MyoMatters

Overhead pressing often gets labelled “risky”, but what if it’s simply misunderstood? In this episode, we are joined by Luke Troiani from Avia Performance to explore a smarter, performance-driven approach to overhead shoulder assessment and loading. Luke shares why overhead capacity is a key marker of shoulder resilience — not something to avoid — and how clinicians can confidently return clients...

This month, we are giving one of our very own members the microphone. Ketan is a proud MA member, a Myotherapist and owner of Vitality Health and Performance, whose path into myotherapy was shaped by more than 15 years in mechanical and automotive engineering — and a deep respect for structured problem-solving and precision. Originally from Coventry in the UK and now based in Melbourne, Ketan brin...

In this episode of Myo Matters, we’re joined by Alison Chesterman, certified Prosthetist Orthotist and part of the team behind OPEDucate — the education platform from OPC Health and OAPL. We chat about why our partnership with OPC matters (now in its fourth year), how OPEDucate came to life, what makes it different, and how MA members can use it to support clinical thinking and professional growth...

Get to Know Your New CEO: Scott Bumpstead Welcome back to Myo Matters! In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Bumpstead, the new CEO of Myotherapy Association Australia (MA). Scott shares his leadership journey across health, education, fitness and the not-for-profit sector, including roles with AUSactive, ACHPER Victoria, and the Science Teachers Association of Victoria. With a background in appl...

Join Jordan—Strength and Conditioning coach and Clinical Myotherapist—as she dives into the science, strategy, and real-world essentials of training through peri- and menopause. With postgraduate qualifications in Exercise Rehabilitation, Sport Science, and a Master’s in Strength and Conditioning, Jordan brings a practical, evidence-based lens to one of the most important stages of women’s health....

Today we’re joined by none other than our 2024 Myotherapist of the Year, Steph Abu Awad. Steph is not only an incredible practitioner, but also a proud business owner who has built a thriving career in myotherapy. Steph is a Myotherapist and Rehab/Strength Coach with a degree in Exercise Science and over 8 years of experience across private practice and high-performance settings. She is the founde...

In this episode, Nadine Holgate, an Occupational Therapist and founder of Neurolinks , shares her expertise on the complex world of Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and its often “hidden” impacts. Nadine unpacks what an ABI is, how it can occur, and the profound ways it can affect thinking, behaviour, and communication. Through her 25 years of experience, Nadine offers valuable insights into the cognit...

Talking Sleep with Moira Junge. Join us as we chat with Moira Junge from the Sleep Health Foundation about sleep, why it matters, how it impacts health, and what Myotherapists need to know for themselves and their clients. Make sure you check out the free resources provided in the show notes! Moira Junge - My Story Of Grief, Sleep, And The Paths They’ve Led Me On | Griefline Cognitive Behavioural...

In this episode, we chat with Haydn Gambling and dive into the powerful technique of Counterstrain — a gentle, non-invasive manual therapy that’s gaining traction in the world of myotherapy. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or just starting out, understanding how Counterstrain works can elevate your clinical outcomes and expand your treatment options. Tune in and discover why Counterstrain...

Informed Consent In Dry Needling —an area that can raise unique challenges and responsibilities for myotherapists. Bodine is a Soft Tissue Therapist and Director of Education for ACE. He holds a Master of Educational Neuroscience and an Advanced Diploma of Health Science (soft tissue therapy).  Recently, Bodine led an in-depth industry review exploring how informed consent in dry needling is curre...

On this episode we are joined by Keira Donegan, the Managing Editor of the Australian Journal of Dementia Care , Australia’s only dementia-specific journal. Since 2012, the AJDC has been a vital platform for bridging the gap between research and practice, sharing practical, evidence-based insights from experts around the world. We chat about what dementia is, how to understand the early signs, how...

Melinda is a certified practicing nutritionist and qualified counsellor working in private practice in Sydney’s inner west. She lectures in clinical nutrition, she at Torrens University, she is passionate about food as medicine and adopts a ‘food first’ approach to managing health and wellbeing wherever possible.  She is a member of the Polio Australasia Clinical Advisory Group and an approved pra...

Kimberley is a senior marketing, communications and stakeholder engagement professional with 15 years of experience across multiple industries including tourism, business events, government, aviation and professional services.  As the Head of Marketing and Communications for Cyber Wardens, she is passionate about raising awareness around the importance of small business cyber security and empoweri...

Today we are focusing on the relationship between exercise, movement and eating disorders and how this may present clinically with physiotherapist, Rebecca Gawler. In particular, we discuss how to assess, support and refer clients who exhibit signs and symptoms of a dysfunctional relationship with exercise and/or an eating disorder. Bec is based in Melbourne and provides compassionate, inclusive,...

Welcome to the next episode of MyoMatters. Today we welcome Dan Rothenberg to the podcast.  Daniel Rothenberg is a Sports Chiropractor and Strength & Conditioning Coach who is passionate about helping people with chronic pain rebuild their body so they can get back to feeling confident and regain their health and longevity.  Dan owns Scope Sports Injury & Exercise Clinic, which he opened t...

Welcome to the next episode of MyoMatters.  Today we are focusing on pelvic health with Marnie Poiner, a Brisbane based Physiotherapist and the director of The Healthy Peach Physio. Marnie treats a variety of pelvic health conditions, with experience in treating persistent pelvic pain and sexual functioning issues. Marnie completed her Master of Science in Medicine (Sexual and Reproductive Health)...

Insurance is often a topic we ignore because it isn’t the “fun” part of business. However, it is a vital part of insuring safe and informed practices. We are joined by BMS to get into the nitty gritty of your insurances. This episode touches on the basics of allied health insurances, how you can mitigate risk and taking the right action in the event of a claim.  Note that any advice provided by BM...

Welcome to the next episode of MyoMatters. This podcast is with Catherine Doonan from COSBOA (Council of Small Business Organisations Australia). Throughout her career, Catherine has been dedicated to bringing together varied groups—government agencies, industry associations, and business owners—to ensure their voices are central in decision-making processes.   Currently, as Head of Engagement at...

MWax is proudly Australian owned and has supported the therapy and sports profession markets for over 19 years. Renee, Brad and their team put their experience in the manual therapy industry, their ideas and knowledge into creating the perfect lubricant for manual therapy treatment. They started out making it in the staff kitchen and gradually moved into a fully dedicated production facility.  Fro...

In this episode, we have James McQuie, the General Manager of OPC here to talk to us. OPC are one of our proud partners for 2024 and we can’t wait to hear what James has in store for us today.  James joined OPC Health or Orthotic & Prosthetic Centre as it was known, in 1992 as a Sales Consultant. OPC was both an Orthotic/Prosthetic clinic and a distribution business that had been established i...

Welcome to the next episode of MyoMatters. Today we are focusing on all things hygiene, the good, the bad and the ugly.  Meet Ibrahim Samaan, the visionary Ahpra-registered physiotherapist behind Purifas — a groundbreaking healthcare company on a mission to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections, while simultaneously revolutionising comfort during therapy treatments. We are proud to p...

Dr Calum Downie (PhD) is a highly qualified and experienced presenter in areas included ageing, exercise, anatomy, and biomechanics. He has more than 19 years’ experience in the fitness industry and has spent over 17 years in the education of exercise science and physical health professionals at all levels. He has also spent over 13 years in ageing research. Today Calum discusses the key factors r...

Steve is a Sports Physiotherapist and has over 20 years of clinical experience. He is a Director of RockTape in Australia and is the lead instructor for the Australasian team of RockTape instructors. Steve owns and runs the Waurn Ponds clinic of the Marna Physio Group in Geelong. This ensures he stays up-to-date with all things patient-related. Steve talks to us about the evolution of RockTape and...

Madelaine is a Mother, a Myotherapist and a Personal Trainer who is passionate about women’s health. With over a decade of experience in women’s health, Madelaine initially began her journey as a personal trainer, specialising in pre and postnatal fitness and recovery. As her passion grew, she integrated her Myotherapy skills, focusing on pregnancy, postpartum and c-section rehabilitation. In Marc...

Today we chat with Sally Mason from MIMT in Melbourne. Sally has been in private practice and running her own business since 2010. She has been a teacher at MIMT for 10 years and recently worked at the 2024 Australian Open Tennis Tour in Melbourne. We chat to Sally about how she become involved with Tennis Australia and how she brought her myotherapy skill set to Australian and international tenni...