Firstline Physiotherapy, located in Riverwood, provides treatment for pains, injuries, and movement disorders for patients in the South-West Sydney area. Our physio clinic is home to a team of experienced physiotherapists whom all have special interests in conditions relating to the body, muscles, and joints.
Our physiotherapists share more than 15 years of extensive experience & knowledge in manual / manipulative therapy as well as exercise-based interventions. This allows for a more rounded and robust approach towards your treatment ensuring that all aspects are covered.
Our physiotherapists share more than 15 years of extensive experience & knowledge in manual / manipulative therapy as well as exercise-based interventions. This allows for a more rounded and robust approach towards your treatment ensuring that all aspects are covered.
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Growing up I've always been fascinated with the human body, and this passion grew stronger as I started to partake in physical activities such as weight-training and powerlifting in the gym. Through this, I've developed a stronger understanding of human movement, injury management, and injury prevention.
Hamza found his passion for injury management during his early years at university, in which he was regularly involved in physical activity. In doing so, he was able to achieve thorough understanding of injury prevention and recovery.
At Firstline Physiotherapy, Hamza aims to incorporate his extensive knowledge of manual therapy techniques and complement them with simple, yet effective, exercises to help tailor a program that's just right for you.Outside of physiotherapy, Hamza has a passion for creativity and regularly enjoys drawing and video editing in his spare time.
At Firstline Physiotherapy, Hamza aims to incorporate his extensive knowledge of manual therapy techniques and complement them with simple, yet effective, exercises to help tailor a program that's just right for you.Outside of physiotherapy, Hamza has a passion for creativity and regularly enjoys drawing and video editing in his spare time.
Over 10 years practising in private, medical, and hospital settings in multiple positions. In 2009, Michael started working in the field of physiotherapy, quickly discovering his calling and passion in this area of healthcare. He has since pursued further studies to broaden his treatment modalities and optimise his techniques.
Anna has extensive work history in major corporate companies usually within the realm of accounts management. A few years ago, Anna decided she needed to leave the hustle and bustle of her former positions and that is when she took up a role as an assistant practice manager for a specialist doctor that she had known for sometime.
Christine has an ongoing interest in the health field and is currently studying a degree in Health Science. By choosing to work part-time with us, she has taken the initiative to become more actively involved in the field to develop a better understanding of her future career! You'll find her behind the front desk organising your bookings or running around helping out practitioners in the clinic.
Reviews (10)
Alex Gunn
Dec 21, 2021
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Dean Kanonik
Oct 28, 2021
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Had a real issue with my upper back and shoulder(s) and decided to give First Line a go after a lot of research on local physios. Really glad i choose them and Katie was always helpful, informative and after 4-5 sessions, a long standing issue was pretty much totally fixed. I will definitely use them again if anything occurs in the future. Highly recommended!
Alex Pardoe
Oct 21, 2021
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Thank you, Katie! It's amazing to think that my first appointment was only six weeks ago and in that time you've relieved me of constant pain in my lower back, and have helped me to complete 44 miles of running races including two half marathons. I feel 10 years younger! The combination of physio consultations and stretching regime, alongside tactical sports massage was fantastic. Very highly recommended! *****
Steve Baker
Oct 09, 2021
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My first session started with requiring help to stand up and tie shoe laces. After a few minutes of pushing and pulling my lower spine and legs, Katie confidently stated what she thought was wrong and started work. After the second session she signed me off and I walked away with barely a symptom.
A very competent and professional practitioner, I highly recommend Katie Gosling.
A very competent and professional practitioner, I highly recommend Katie Gosling.
Jan Mosiewicz
Oct 08, 2021
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I consider myself fortunate to have met Katie Gosling. Due to a chronic case of spondyloarthritis I have been on the receiving end of a numerous physios and related specialists so sadly I have plenty of experience to fall back on when it comes to assessing treatments and therapists. Katie is excellent, combining care and patience with effective and appropriate treatments. I am very happy to recommend her to others.
Richard D'Souza
Oct 06, 2021
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I'd trust this physio with any injury and can't recommend highly enough; I went to see Katie after pain developed in my forearm and wrist from working at my desk over lockdown. I'd seen several practitioners about it already without much change. She was the first to sit down, look at it, feel about, do some tests, ask questions, figure out what it was and what it wasn't, design a treatment, and make a real plan for recovery. She has a deep knowledge of the human body and of different treatments, and can articulate how everything works to someone clueless like me! It was such a relief to finally
Liz Clare
Sep 18, 2021
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I cannot recommend Katie highly enough, not just for her professionalism and expertise, but for her kindness and empathy which is almost as important.
I had had a problem with my shoulder for a long time but with her help I am now almost pain free and have full usage.
I also had no worries regarding safety and cleanliness, which because of covid I was a little worried about initially but there was no need. I would definitely return if any other problems arise.
I had had a problem with my shoulder for a long time but with her help I am now almost pain free and have full usage.
I also had no worries regarding safety and cleanliness, which because of covid I was a little worried about initially but there was no need. I would definitely return if any other problems arise.
Alan Newbery
Sep 07, 2021
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I can not speak too highly of the treatment I have received from Katie at First Line Physio. After just one session and a week of following her exercise programme, life became bearable again as the excessive pain started to lessen. Now, five sessions later, I have reduced my dosage of painkillers from eight to zero per day! I have no hesitation in recommending
her practice to anyone seeking sympathetic and highly effective treatment
her practice to anyone seeking sympathetic and highly effective treatment
Andrew Viggers
Aug 23, 2021
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Recently started going to First Line Physio to make sure I wasn't doing any damage whilst in the gym and to help with years of being hunched over on a desk.
Katie has been instrumental in improving my posture, back pain and shoulder issues with a fantastic treatment and wonderful attitude and personality. Feel completely relaxed and reassured going for physiotherapy thanks to her with my health massively improving.
The information and treatment that she provides is fantastic, especially the follow up email she provides after a session with advice and visual guidance on stretches/exercises that
Katie has been instrumental in improving my posture, back pain and shoulder issues with a fantastic treatment and wonderful attitude and personality. Feel completely relaxed and reassured going for physiotherapy thanks to her with my health massively improving.
The information and treatment that she provides is fantastic, especially the follow up email she provides after a session with advice and visual guidance on stretches/exercises that
Helen Pardoe
Aug 22, 2021
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Katie has been absolutely brilliant. I couldn't recommend her more. I was in pain with much reduced movement from stiffness in my lower back. Stretching at home and eating painkillers weren't working. Katie talked me through what I was feeling, explained her treatments, putting me at my ease and gave me straightforward exercises to do at home with a really helpful hand out to keep track of progress. The relief after the sessions was immediate. It was really easy to book an appointment online and the pricing structure was transparent. Over the course of a few weeks, and a few set backs on my part
