MAD Physiotherapy Abbotsford
REcover Faster. Move Better. Stay Active
Physiotherapists with elite sports backgrounds using active rehab techniques inc. massage, dry needling & cupping.
Ample private parking at rear, 2 hour parking out front, close to Collingwood Train Station and bus stop.
“If you want to be a better athlete, return to sport or activity sooner or just be healthier for life, we exist with the primary aim of optimising your health and performance.” John Nicolosi (Founder)
John chats about our Philosophy
Struggling with Pain or Injury?
Whether you’re recovering from an injury or just not moving like you used to, we help active people get back to doing what they love.
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Pain, tightness or reduced mobility holding you back?
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Struggling with sport, gym or daily activity?
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Ongoing aches, sprains, or muscle strains that won’t go away?
We work with active people of all levels to improve movement, reduce pain, and prevent further injury.
Why Choose Us as your Physio?
We’re not your average physio clinic. Our team has elite sports backgrounds and understands what it takes to keep you moving.
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Physios with experience in professional sport and performance
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Full gym access for active rehab and movement assessments
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Tailored, hands-on treatment – no cookie-cutter protocols
What to Expect
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Assessment of your movement, strength and injury history
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1:1 sessions with an experienced physio
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Hands-on treatment – including soft tissue work, needling, cupping
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A personalised rehab and strength plan to match your goals
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Progress tracking to help you return better than before
Our Physio Services
Injury Management & Rehabilitation
Comprehensive assessment and treatment to address the root cause of injuries and facilitate recovery.
Post-Operative Physiotherapy
Tailored rehabilitation programs to restore function and strength following surgeries like ACL reconstructions and shoulder repairs.
Running Assessments
Detailed evaluations of running mechanics to enhance performance and prevent injuries.
Strength & Conditioning
In-Person Performance Training
Small group sessions focusing on strength, speed, and flexibility, suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Online Training Programs
Access to over 30 programs via an app, covering performance, rehabilitation, and general health needs.
Common Injuries Treated
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Back pain and injuries
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Neck pain
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Achilles tendinopathy
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Running injuries
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Shoulder injuries
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Knee injuries (ACL, PCL, MCL, meniscus, patella, bursitis)
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Post-surgical rehabilitation
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Calf/hamstring/quad injuries
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Hip pain
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Elbow injuries
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Chronic pain
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Long-term unresolved injuries
Our Physios
James Elwin
Physiotherapist (B.Physiotherapy)
Olympic Lifting
Crossfit/Functional Fitness
Football/Cricket
James is a keen footballer in winter and cricket physio in Summer and is also a competitive Olympic lifter and Crossfit gym owner.
Key Areas:
Hamstring injuries
Calf injuries
Quad strains
Shoulder injuries
Back pain/injuries
achilles
Side strains
Samuel Toll
Physiotherapist (B.Sci, D.Physiotherapy)
Distance Running
Track and field
Team sports
Sam is an elite distance runner and well know member of the running community (10km PB of 30:33min).
Key Areas:
ACL injuries
Calf injuries
Runners knee (Patellofermoral)
Achilles tendinopathy
Hamstring tendinopathy
IT band syndrome
Stress fractures/reactions
Running assessments
Lydia McCloskey
Physiotherapist (B.Sci, D.Physiotherapy)
Weightlifting
Crossfit/Functional Fitness
MMA / Jiu Jitsu
Lydia is a national level weightlifting athlete & University of Melbourne graduate who has been with the clinic for 4 years.
Key Areas:
Post surgery rehab
ACL injuries
Back pain/injuries
Shoulder injuries
Hip pain
Neck pain
Hamstring injuries
John Nicolosi
Director (B.Physio, M.ExSci)
Sprinting
Track and field
Strength and conditioning
John is a former sprinter and current Olympic sprint coach who travels the world for athletic events.
Key Areas:
Long term/chronic unresolved soft tissue injuries
Running assessments
Calf injuries
Quadricep strains
Hamstring tendinopathy
Achilles
IT band syndrome
Jack Williams
Director / Head of Education Services (B.Physio, M.ExSci)
Yoga
Strength and conditioning
Fascial manipulation
Jack loves to solve problems that other practitioners can’t, he is also qualified in fascial manipulation.
Key Areas:
Chronic pain & long term unresolved pain/injuries
Elbow
Shoulder
Spine
Hip
Knee
Tom Templeton
Head of Sports Performance Training (B.ExSci)
Rowing
MMA
Hockey
Football
Track and field
With 10 years of coaching experience, Tom has extensive knowledge in the development of sports performance across adult and youth sports preparation.
Key Areas:
Developing sports performance
Strength training
Speed, power and agility
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Hands-on Approach
We use deep tissue massage, fascial manipulation, soft tissue work, friction techniques, dry needling, cupping and other mobilisation techniques with the aim of getting you back to your peak faster.
Fully Equipped Physio Center
We are a fully equipped physiotherapy and sports and conditioning centre which allows us to assess your movement and strength as part of the rehab process.
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How We Treat
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Keeping active people moving
The one thing that active people have in common is they want to continue their sport.
Other practices refer their most difficult cases to us
When cases are too difficult to diagnose, they send patients to us.
Tailored approach to your specific problems
We treat each case individually and don’t stick to strict protocols like other practices.
Hands on physios - gym & massage
We have an on-site gym and use manual techniques (inc dry needling & cupping).
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Improving the Industry
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Our other services
- Running assessments
- Strength and conditioning
- Post operative physiotherapy
- Online athletic training
We teach the industry
Our aim is to make healthcare better, which is why we train physios and other healthcare professionals both in person and online via our own education platform.
MAD Track Team
We run our own track team which has included athletes who have competed at the Olympics and World Championships.
Fascial manipulation
We employ fascial manipulation where appropriate, which is a hands-on technique that focuses on the bodies connective tissue.