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About Us

Supporting the Rhodes community with personalised physiotherapy, psychology and allied health services to help you live an active, healthier life.

Why Choose Bodyfocus Physiotherapy In Rhodes

Our elite group of health professionals establish a relationship built on trust with every patient and work with you to find a solution to the challenges you face. Restoration of function is the key objective — to get you back to doing the things you love. 

Our key to success is our individualised hands-on approach to both rehabilitation and exercise prescription, to help injured and healthy athletes alike. By the conclusion of your rehabilitation program, you will have the strength needed to safely resume your regular activities, as well as the knowledge of self-rehabilitation techniques to minimise the risks of re-injury.

We have been proudly servicing the Rhodes community as well as the surrounding communities of Liberty Grove, Newington, Meadowbank, Concord, Concord West, Ryde and Putney since 2005.

 

Our Vision

To be a trusted leader in personalised physiotherapy care, helping people move with confidence, recover fully, and live with less pain. We aim to deliver evidence-based treatment with genuine care, supporting long-term health, strength, and wellbeing in our community.

Who We Treat

Our physiotherapists have extensive training and experience in treating athletes from a wide variety of disciplines, including the Rugby, Soccer, Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, tennis, Crossfit and more. Not an athlete? Well, the good news is you don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from receiving world class injury rehabilitation. We also love treating anybody who wants to overcome their pain or injury. Building off our broad base of experience, your rehab program will be tailored specifically to you and your individual goals. Our mission is to help restore your prior level of function whether you are post-operative, a weekend-warrior or a professional athlete.

Meet the Team

Our highly trained health professionals use a wide variety of techniques designed to restore function, range of motion, flexibility, resolve injury, alleviate pain, and many other benefits. At Bodyfocus, we pride ourselves in the utilization of many different manual/hands-on skills that we use to treat soft tissue and joint problems, pain, injury, various diseases, and musculoskeletal dysfunctions.

Oscar Y Sports Physiotherapist Rhodes Waterside

Oscar
Senior Mens Sports & Musculoskeletal Physio

B.App. Sci (Physio)
Languages Spoken: English & Turkish

With nearly 30 years of clinical experience, Oscar is a highly experienced principal physiotherapist at Bodyfocus, known for managing complex and persistent musculoskeletal conditions. He has worked with professional athletes across soccer, mixed martial arts, and boxing, and is frequently trusted with cases involving long-standing pain, recurrent injuries, and failed prior treatment.

Oscar’s approach integrates advanced clinical assessment, hands-on therapy, and structured, progressive strength-based rehabilitation. Drawing on a lifelong background in resistance training, Greco-Roman wrestling, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he applies a precise, evidence-informed methodology focused on restoring function, resilience, and long-term performance.

Oscar has a particular clinical interest in complex lower back, neck, shoulder, and knee conditions, as well as sports and martial arts–related injuries. His treatment philosophy is built on three core principles: patient education, targeted manual therapy, and individualised exercise prescription. His focus is not short-term symptom relief, but durable outcomes that allow patients to return confidently to work, sport, and daily life.

Oscar specialises in treating men, helping them overcome pain, rebuild strength, and maintain long-term musculoskeletal health—whether recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or optimising physical performance.

For bookings, you can call (02) 8732 8888, or email us at info@bodyfocusphysioclinic.com.au for enquiries.

Bella Bozzi ACL Physiotherapist Rhodes Waterside

Bella
Senior Sports & Musculoskeletal Physio
Women's NRL Bulldogs Team Physio

Doctorate of Physiotherapy
(Macquarie University)
Languages Spoken: English

Bella Bozzi is a highly skilled physiotherapist who graduated with a Bachelors of Clinical Science and a Doctorate of Physiotherapy (Macquarie University). With years of experience in elite sport, ranging from the A league Womens, A league Men’s and National football teams, Bella specialises in musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries. She not only aims to assist patient’s recovery but their return to pre-injury sporting levels and achieve all goals. Bella has a background in football (soccer) and NRL, currently working with senior Canterbury Bulldogs Women’s Rugby League team. She also has a level 1 accreditation in Strength and Conditioning. Bella is passionate about helping people return to sport and exercise, using gym based, functional exercises and manual therapy to optimise recovery and promote performance. Bella holds qualifications, including APA Dry Needling Level 1, Sports Taping, Cupping, Floor & Reformer Pilates and Strength and Conditioning. She is registered with AHPRA and APA.

Gary Ng – Founder, Syntony Bodywork

Gary Ng
Remedial Massage Therapist
New Client Offer: 1hr Massage $80 (Save $40)

Founder, Syntony Bodywork (Independent Partner)
Languages Spoken: English

Meet Gary – Accredited Massage Therapist

Gary Ng is the founder of Syntony Bodywork, an independent structural therapy clinic based within our shared space. He works with professionals, athletes, and busy parents who are dealing with chronic tension, postural strain, and stress-related discomfort.

Gary’s clinical approach is grounded in a simple principle: a stressed body cannot be forced to relax. Rather than starting with deep pressure, he focuses first on calming the nervous system, helping the body shift out of “fight or flight” mode. Once the body is at ease and muscles stop guarding, Gary applies precise, targeted techniques to release tension, improve posture, and restore natural alignment.

Whether you’re experiencing tech neck, persistent lower back discomfort, or simply feel physically run down, Gary’s goal is to help you move more freely, feel lighter, and function at your best.

Services Provided by Syntony Bodywork:

  • Structural Alignment (60 mins) – $120
    A full-body session focused on postural correction and deep tissue release.
  • Systemic Reset (90 mins) – $200
    A comprehensive session designed to calm the nervous system and support full-body restoration.

Ready to reset your body? Book your session here: Book Online

Matt Lum Physiotherapist in Rhodes Waterside Shopping Centre 2138

Matt L
Senior Sports & Musculoskeletal Physio

Master of Physiotherapy
The University of Sydney
Languages Spoken: English, Basic Cantonese

With over 10 years of experience as a Physiotherapist, I’m dedicated to helping patients achieve their goals, improve mobility and lead a healthy and active lifestyle. I am passionate about keeping you doing what you love, for as long as you can and not let the little niggles get the way. I am well adapted in injury rehabilitation, post operative care and manual therapy. I aim to ensure my approach is personalized, and that each treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs and is goal centred.

I believe in a holistic approach to Physiotherapy, combining hands-on techniques with strengthening exercises and education to give you the right tools to empower you throughout your recovery. Whether you’re recovering from an acute injury or dealing with long-term pain, I will work closely with you to guide you back to function.

Outside the clinic, I’m passionate about golf and calisthenics/gymnastics, so I understand firsthand the importance of maintaining strength, flexibility, and overall body performance. I have previously trained in Muay Thai and Boxing. These hobbies also influence my approach to rehabilitation and fitness, as I integrate functional exercises and mobility work to enhance long-term results.

I’m committed to supporting you on your journey to better health and look forward to working together to help you achieve your full potential!

michael physio rhodes

Michael Ragusa
Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Languages Spoken: English

Michael Ragusa is a physiotherapist with a strong background in sport, strength training and injury rehabilitation. As a former amateur Muay Thai competitor and strength coach, Michael brings firsthand experience of the physical demands of training and the challenges that can come with injury.

He has a particular interest in working with athletes involved in martial arts, Muay Thai, MMA, football and soccer, helping them recover from injury, build strength and return to the activities they enjoy. His approach is centred around understanding each patient’s goals and providing practical, evidence-based care tailored to their needs.

Michael values open communication and collaboration, working closely with patients to develop a clear plan for recovery and long-term physical performance.

Outside the clinic, Michael stays active through training on the mats, hiking and fishing, keeping connected to the active lifestyle that informs his approach to physiotherapy.

Ready to get started?

Book an appointment with Michael at Bodyfocus Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic in Rhodes.

Paul Salviani

Paul Salviani
Registered Psychologist
AHPRA Registered | SIRA Accredited

Founder, Salviani Pyschology (Independent Partner)
Languages Spoken: English

Paul Salviani- AHPRA & SIRA-Accredited Psychologist 

Paul Salviani is an AHPRA-registered, SIRA-accredited psychologist with more than a decade of clinical experience, providing evidence-based psychological support to adults across New South Wales. Since 2013, he has helped people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, adjustment difficulties and the emotional challenges that often accompany workplace injuries, motor vehicle accidents and prolonged recovery.

With extensive experience supporting WorkCover and CTP clients, Paul understands the psychological impact that injuries and insurance claims can have on everyday life. He also works with Medicare-referred and private clients and provides comprehensive psychological assessments, including ADHD, cognitive (IQ), adaptive functioning and autism-related assessments.

Paul takes a practical, compassionate and collaborative approach to care. He creates a supportive, judgement-free environment where clients can better understand what they’re experiencing, develop effective coping strategies and work towards meaningful, lasting change. Whether you’re struggling with stress, persistent emotional challenges or adjusting to life after an injury, Paul is committed to helping you move forward with confidence.

Book an Appointment with Paul

If you’re ready to prioritise your mental wellbeing or need support during your recovery, you can book directly with Paul online.

Paul offers appointments for WorkCover, CTP, Medicare and private clients, with both in-person consultations in Rhodes and secure telehealth appointments available across New South Wales.

Take the first step towards better mental wellbeing. Book Online

 

You can book your physiotherapy appointment online with us here. We now also offer online Physiotherapy Telehealth consultations.

Our Promise

We will treat you as an individual and your experience will be as unique as you are! You will always receive personalized 1 on 1 attention and we guarantee that you will never feel like “just another patient” in a patient-mill.

We will not only service you, but also empower you to continue your therapy independently by providing you with an education on the foundations of rehabilitation. We love nothing more than seeing our patients to the finish line.

man shoulder treatment physio

What makes Bodyfocus Physiotherapy Service Different?

Our elite group of health professionals establish a relationship built on trust with every patient and work with you to find a solution to the challenges you face. Restoration of function is the key objective — to get you back to doing the things you love. Its professional care delivered with personal empathy.

A Bodyfocus Physiotherapist’s goal is to break the cycle of injury to prevent future re-injury. It’s a comprehensive, evidence-based approach. You’ll receive quality one-on-one time with true experts in the musculoskeletal field. Often times it can be a collaborative effort between your Bodyfocus Physiotherapist and other health professionals – they do whatever is necessary to get you on the quickest path to recovery.

They are focused on targeting & eliminating the root cause of your pain or injury, not simply addressing the symptoms. This approach is built on a treatment process developed by industry-leading healthcare professionals and proven through years of evidence-based research. The approach is comprised of direct engagement with injured tissues through mechanical stimuli and manual interventions to initiate tissue re-modelling—turning movement into tissue healing. Movement is health.

Providing physiotherapy in Rhodes since 2005.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Isabel Armsworth Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Australian Catholic University)

Isabel’s interest in physiotherapy started at a young age after watching her mother practice and seeing first-hand the influence Physiotherapists can have on their patient’s lives. This inspired her to undertake a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Australian Catholic University.

Isabel uses a combination of soft tissue release, taping, exercise therapy, dry needling and joint mobilisation during her treatments. She has experience in teaching mat and equipment Pilates and believes that exercise is a real healer. Her clinical experience has led to an interest in pre and post-natal musculoskeletal pain, as well as headaches and neck pain. Isabel is passionate about helping patients reach their goals.

Outside of work, you can find her playing softball, which she’s played at a competitive level since the age of 10! She also enjoys travelling, reading and cooking, in particular, baking.

Kevin Wong - Physiotherapist & Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP)

Masters of Physiotherapy (University of Sydney)
Bachelors of Exercise Physiology (University of New South Wales)

Kevin is a detailed yet easy-going individual who enjoys combining his experience working as a physiotherapist and exercise physiologist to treat patients with a combination of manual therapy and exercise medicine. He has had previous experience in private practices in Castle Hill and Parramatta, within the aged care industry as well as providing sports coverage for the Western Sydney Twos Blues. These opportunities have provided him with experience in treating patients from all walks of life, from centenarians to front-rowers. 

Kevin has had previous experience in powerlifting and understands the common injuries of the gym-goer. He combines his knowledge of anatomy and exercise programming so that you are able to continue training around the injury instead of taking time off and losing your progress. He is able to assess and analyse your form to implement changes which will aid in reducing pain and improving performance.

Kevin grew up playing plenty of basketball before exploring the sports of bouldering, surfing, snowboarding and boxing. Currently he is focussed on Brazilian jiu jitsu and competes regularly through out the year. He understands the unique nature of the grappling sports and will apply his knowledge and experience to treat your conditions and optimise your performance.

He has completed advanced training in:

  • Trigger Point Dry Needling Level 1
  • Prehab101 by Jacob Harden
  • Coaching Explosive Speed Course by the Academy of Sport Speed Australia

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