Meet our Physiologists
What we do
Live Well Rehab offers physiology and dietetic services for a wide range of common health conditions, injuries and rehabilitation needs.
Physiologists are Qualified Health Professionals
The advice and treatment provided at Live Well Rehab incorporates advanced scientific understanding of the role that nutrition and exercise play in human health.
Our onsite facilities include exercise equipment so you practice prescribed exercises with your physiologist to ensure you learn correct exercise techniques for your treatment.
Appointments Available – No Referral Required
You may be referred to us by your doctor but you are also welcome to organise an appointment without a referral.
Meet our Physiologists
Brendan McCannAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement Studies). AEP ESSAM
Previous Work in the field: Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach Queensland Reds 2010-11. Assistant Cardiac Technician Princess Alexandra Hospital 2008.
Exercise Physiologist since: 2011
Speciality areas: Post-operative musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Management of chronic diseases in particular osteoarthritis, heart disease & chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Falls prevention.
Most satisfying thing about your job: Seeing clients arrive at the clinic in debilitating pain and leaving with a smile on their face and a spring in their step. The best thing about my job is the people that I get to work with. Meeting all these interesting and lovely clients and helping them to reach their fitness and functional goals makes me love coming to work.
Health care tip: Exercise shouldn’t be a chore. Make it fun.
Mick GrayPractice Manager Lawnton
Qualifications: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Science, ESSA Member, Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Previous Work in the field: Strength and conditioning rugby coach in UK military.
Exercise Physiologist since: 2014
Speciality areas: Chronic disease management, Cardiac rehabilitation and metabolic conditioning, Post-operative musculoskeletal rehabilitation, Falls prevention.
Most satisfying thing about your job: Helping clients’ improve their quality of life through exercise and seeing them reach their health and fitness goals.
Melinda WeaverAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology, AEP ESSAM
Exercise Physiologist since: April 2013
Speciality areas: Prescribing clinical physical activity, lifestyle and behavioural modification in the prevention and management of injuries as well as chronic diseases.
Most satisfying thing about your job: Being able to maximise a client’s ability to move and function by eliminating their pain and symptoms, enhancing their quality of life and enabling them to manage their symptoms independently.
Caitlyn HuthAccredited Exercise Physiologist
Qualifications: BClinExSc ESSAM AEP
Previous Work in the field: Practical work experience at University of the Sunshine Coast Gymnasium, Sporting Wheelies and Disabilities Association, Respiratory Investigation Unit (Prince Charles Hospital) and Live Well Rehab.
Exercise Physiologist since: December 2015
Speciality areas: Providing education and personalised exercise prescription for active lifestyle changes in the management of chronic diseases, pain management and falls prevention.
Most satisfying thing about your job: Helping people to understand that exercise is not just for “fit” people, it’s about having the healthy and happy body that everyone deserves.
Emma ElsAccredited Exercise Physiology & Practice Manager
Qualifications: Bachelor of Human Movement Science (Industry-Co-op), Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Pilates core rehabilitation module. AEP ESSAM
Previous Work in the field: Hydrotherapy, chronic disease management. Tai chi for arthritis, Facilitator for lighten-up to a healthy lifestyle program, Falls prevention, facilitation of staff wellness programs, Exercise interventions for frail aged and 18 years plus with a moderate to severe disability cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease.
Exercise Physiologist since: 2009
Speciality areas: Low back pain, Chronic disease management, exercise interventions for the frail aged, falls prevention
Most satisfying thing about your job: I love to see people take control of their health and reach their goals. It’s great to watch my client’s recognise the benefits that exercise has in managing their conditions and the difference it makes to their quality of life.
KAYLA THORNHILL
Accredited Practicing Dietitian
Masters of Nutrition and Dietetics (Distinction) – University of Wollongong
Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Distinction) – University of Wollongong
Book a consultation with Kayla so you can improve your health together.
A bit about Kayla.
What sectors do you have experience in?
I am continually expanding my expertise and would love to help you achieve the healthiest version of yourself, creating realistic dietary goals.
What do you enjoy to do with your time?
I am often seen going to the beach, the park or for bush walks with the family. I try and make the most of the beautiful Queensland weather and get outdoors throughout the days. If I’m not out and about I am usually grocery shopping as I enjoy cooking and creating new innovative recipes. After all, I became a Dietitian because I LOVE food, not because I want to scare people from it
Diet tip?
Your body is the most important vehicle you’ll ever own, nourish it and it’ll get you to your dreams.
Wian Van Heerden
Accredited Exercise Physiologist
Qualifications: BClinExSc ESSAM AEP AES
Previous Work in the field: Rugby League Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Diabetes Educator since: 2017
Speciality areas: Chronic disease management, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, lifestyle and behavioural change to positively impact quality of life.
Most satisfying thing about your job: Seeing people return to the activities they love after overcoming a debilitating condition.
Health care tip: Move as well as you can, then move as often as you can.
