Matt Fagg - Principal Physiotherapist

Matt grew up in Newcastle and trained and the University of Newcastle, graduating in 2007. After graduating, he worked in Newcastle for several years at Kotara, Broadmeadow and Jesmond before spending the last 5 years working, travelling and playing basketball around various parts of Australia and the world.

Matt has extensive experience as a Physiotherapist, having been a physio for the Newcastle Knights, National Basketball League, National Touch League, NEAFL and various amateur teams for Netball, AFL, Rugby League and Basketball.

Since graduating, Matt has continued his education in Physiotherapy through various courses, inservices and practical experience with some of Australia's leading specialists. Matt is also trained in dry needling and cupping which can complement traditional physiotherapy techniques, especially in relieving muscle spasms and pain.

Matt has a special interest in hip, knee and shoulder conditions, including arthritis and overuse conditions as well as sports injuries. Matt has also been getting great results in relieving neck and back pains and headaches.

Matt is keen and ready to help you, and always puts his best effort into each session. He is interested in a range of topics from sport to travel and world issues and still plays basketball socially. Matt works Tuesday - Friday at Wallsend. Call now or use our online booking service to book an appointment!

Keith Chapman - Senior Physiotherapist

Keith graduated from the University of Brighton with Honours in 1995 and worked in the National Health Service in the UK for six years, as well as being the club physiotherapist for Royston Rugby Union Club.

In 2001 Keith moved to Australia and Newcastle, doing hospital work for a year before merging into private practice. Keith has worked in several physio clinics in the Newcastle area and has vast experience in assessing and treating musculoskeletal conditions. He has worked with Olympic Swimmers, Professional Basketball Players, Champion Runners and countless Local Star Athletes/Sportspeople.

Keith is still a keen learner and regularly attends physio courses to keep updated on the latest developments in the physiotherapy profession. He is trained in Dry Needling and Acupuncture and is a Certified Level 1 Sports Physiotherapist. Keith loves treating Swimming Injuries, Sports Injuries and any conditions in the Knee, Ankle and Foot.

Outside of work, Keith enjoys time with his children and keeping fit with regular gym sessions, swimming and martial arts. He follows EPL soccer and international rugby keenly, and enjoys watching most other sports when he has the time.

Keith gets great satisfaction out of watching his clients move and feel better and loves the local community of Wallsend. Book Online with Keith or call to find a time that suits you: (02) 4023 2797.

Caroline Morrissey - Senior Physiotherapist

We are delighted to welcome Caroline to Fix It Physio in 2019. Caroline brings a wealth of experience and skill to our team, having worked as a physio for over 15 years.

Caroline initially trained in London and began her career in various teaching hospitals, gaining exposure to a lot of great mentors and training programs across a wide range of physio settings. She then progressed into private practice in England, becoming the clinical lead in a high performance centre and upskilling in Pilates, Strength and Conditioning, Biomechanical Assessments and Functional Movement Patterns.

Caroline moved to Newcastle in 2014 and has built a great reputation around town during this time for her proficiency in relieving painful conditions quickly, as well as working on a plan to reach full recovery hence preventing pains from flaring up in the future. Since moving to Australia, she has also trained further in McKenzie Diagnosis and Treatment (A method of helping back and neck pain) and Headache management.

With all her experience, Caroline is great at treating all conditions! Her favourite things to work on are shoulders, neck and back pains and sports injuries and she loves holistic treatment - looking at the full cause of a problem and the full solution which may go beyond just physio treatment and symptom management.

Caroline has 2 young kids and spends most of her spare time running around after them around the beaches and parks of Newcastle! She enjoys staying active and fit herself and is a fan of Rugby Union and Cricket. She has a great passion for travelling and hiking around beautiful parts of the world.

Caroline loves the impact she can make on people's lives and we are now lucky to have her in Wallsend helping our local community.

If you'd like to book with Caroline, you can do so easily 24 hours/day from our booking page. Otherwise, just give us a call during business hours on (02) 4023 2797 and our friendly reception staff will find a convenient time for you.

Lauren Castelijn - Physiotherapist

Lauren joined our team in Feb 2018 and has been going from strength to strength since! Lauren received a scholarship at the University of Newcastle and graduated with Honours, averaging a Distinction throughout her course.

Lauren recently worked as a volunteer in the Philippines, helping set up rehabilitation protocols for professional athletes and gaining valuable experience working with rare conditions, particularly in children. She is actively involved in the community as a Team Leader for WAVE Kids Club as well as various study groups and loves being able to help people.

Lauren grew up a keen gymnast and has also been a Netball player and umpire for years so has a big interest in helping people recover from sporting injuries. Like all of our physios, she has a passion for relieving painful conditions and making a lasting difference in people's lives.

Lauren is great with shoulders, sports injuries and kids.

Lauren is available for bookings on Saturdays at Wallsend - Book Online Now to secure your appointment or Call our friendly reception team.

Adrian Futterleib - Physiotherapist

Adrian joined us in February 2021 after relocating to Newcastle from Sydney with his wife. He is originally from the Taree region and also spent some time living in England. Adrian has previously worked in a Sports Physio clinic in Sydney and brings some valuable experience with him both with sporting injuries and treatment of the general population.

Adrian is still a keen learner and regularly attends physio courses to keep updated on the latest developments in the physiotherapy profession. He is a Certified Level 1 Sports Physiotherapist. Adrian enjoys treating all sports related injuries with a keen focus on the Knee, Ankle and Neck. He also enjoys treating all general conditions and helping people gain greater independence and mobility.

In his spare time, you may find Adrian on a local golf course or at the beach as he is heavily involved in Surf Life Saving. Adrian enjoys a wide range of sports including hang gliding, snowboarding and mountain biking.

Adrian is available for bookings Monday - Thursday at Wallsend as well as every 2nd Saturday - Book Online Now to secure your appointment or Call our amazing receptionists to organise a time for you.

Paddy Stone - Physiotherapist

Paddy is a local, having grown up and studied in Newcastle. He is a keen surfer and enjoys staying fit through gym-based training and social sport.

Paddy has a passion for improving the health of people in the community, and likes to aim for long-term improvements to physical condition so that painful conditions don't return.

Paddy has a background in Surf Lifesaving, Swimming and Rugby League and generally enjoys watching and participating in most sports. He is keen to help people with any conditions and has a passion for continuous improvement to broaden his skills within the profession.

Paddy is available for bookings Tuesday - Friday at Wallsend as well as every 2nd Saturday - Book Online Now to secure your appointment or Call our amazing receptionists to organise a time for you.

Shelby Candian - Physiotherapist

Shelby is a local Newcastle girl, growing up in Kotara and studying at the University of Newcastle. Shelby worked with us for several years as a receptionist and impressed us that much that we hired her as a Physio!

Shelby is an avid dancer and is very involved in her dancing as well as teaching and choreographing for others. She is trained in pre-pointe assessment and loves treating all dance-related pains/injuries. Her other hobbies include reading, listening to music, keeping fit and spending time with family (including her dog Wilson).

Shelby has an interest in Women's Health and Pilates as well as Dancing injuries. She has a great passion for learning and being the best she can be and hopes to continue growing throughout her career and eventually specialising. She prides herself on providing individualised care for all of her patients and really getting to know the person behind the condition.

Shelby is available Monday - Friday at Wallsend - Book Online Now to secure your appointment or Call our amazing receptionists to organise a time for you.