Adam Richardson
18 Monk Street ,WA
Summary
Extensive knowledge and skills in clinical assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries of acute and chronic onset.
Extensive knowledge of exercise and the ability to make the exercise appropriate for the age, condition and strength of the patient.
21 years experience as a Physiotherapist/Sports Physiotherapist
31 years experience in the fitness and allied health industries.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Physiotherapist
West Coast Health And High Performance
03.2021 - Current
- Educate patients regarding injury prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
- Design treatment programs (mainly exercise) to restore mobility, maintain and improve physical functioning to alleviate pain and prevent recurrence of musculoskeletal injuries.
- Conduct clinical assessment and evaluation to determine appropriate prognosis of musculoskeletal injuries.
- Manage acute however more often chronic pain such as back, knee, hip, shoulder and neck conditions.
- Conduct off site rehabilitation programs at gyms or home visits.
- Interact with other Health Practitioner such as Orthopaedic Surgeons, GPs and Massage Therapists.
Sports Physiotherapist
Physical Solutions
06.2006 - 02.2021
- Educated patients regarding injury prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
- Designed treatment programs (mainly exercise) to restore mobility, maintain and improve physical functioning in preparation or after Orthopaedic Surgery in both the elderly and young.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine appropriate prognosis of musculoskeletal injuries (primarily conditions requiring Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Managed surgical conditions such as back (microdiscectomy and fusion), knee and hip.arthroplasty, shoulder arthroscopy and cervical spine (disc replacement and fusion)
- Interacted with other Health Practitioner such as Orthopaedic Surgeons, GPs and Massage Therapists.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Physiotherapy
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC10.2012
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
Curtin University
Perth, WA04.2003
Bachelor of Science - Physiologoy
University of Western Australia
Perth, WA04.1996
Skills
- Injury Diagnosis
- Mobility Improvement
- Therapeutic Massage
- Injury Prevention
- Therapeutic Exercise
Essential Requirements
AHPRA Registration
PHY0001535302
Valid until 30/11/2023
National Police Clearance
Valid from 23/03/2023
Drivers Licence
HR Class
Expiry 30/12/2025
References
Mr. Sebastian Dearle
Caloundra Movement Lab
68 Bulcock Street
Caloundra QLD 4551
sdearle90@gmail.com
0424 440 743
Known: 16 years
Mr. Rui Mo
Rehabilitation Consultant
Recovery Partners
ruimo@rrp.com.au
0407 500 675
Known: 6 years
Timeline
Sports Physiotherapist
West Coast Health And High Performance
03.2021 - Current
Sports Physiotherapist
Physical Solutions
06.2006 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports Physiotherapy
La Trobe University
Master of Science - Physiotherapy
Curtin University
Bachelor of Science - Physiologoy
University of Western Australia
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