About Us
Our Sports Physiotherapy Team
James Grierson
APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist / Director
Sports Physiotherapist Fremantle Dockers
James is an enthusiastic sports physiotherapist with over 10 years experience in the field. He currently works full time with the Fremantle Dockers AFL side and brings this expertise to his patients at the practice.
Completing his undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Perth James has been granted the title of "APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist."
He has previously worked in New York City at a multi-disciplinary sports medicine clinic as well as held roles at the WACA, Western Bulldogs & East Perth Football Club.
James is happy to see all types of problems at the clinic but has special interest and expertise in:
- ACL Rehabilitation - Calf & hamstring injury prevention - Hip & groin pain - Post operative programming - Load management strategies
When not working James enjoys family time with his wife and daughter, training for triathlon and connecting with his football club Trinity Aquinas FC where he is an A grade premiership player.
Get in contact with James directly at james@wasportsmed.com.au
Leon Vogels
APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist / Director
WAIS Provider & Senior Australian Rowing Physiotherapist
Leon has a post graduate qualification with a Masters Degree in Sports Physiotherapy from La Trobe University in Melbourne (2007).
Completing his undergraduate training in Perth with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy 1998), Leon then spent 11 years in Brisbane working with various sporting teams including the Brisbane Lions AFL Team, The Australian Triathlon Team and Queensland Triathlon and Rowing as well as a physiotherapist at Australian Team Headquarters, London and Rio Olympics.
Leon is currently one of the Physiotherapists for the Senior Australian Rowing Team, WAIS Cycling & Rowing.
In addition to standard Physiotherapy, Leon also provides Bike Fits – Biomechanical Assessments of Cycling, having worked with Pro-Tour cycling teams and Australian Team members.
Get in touch with Leon at leonvogels@wasportsmed.com.au
Nina Crowhurst
APA Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist
WAIS Preferred Provider & Clinical Pilates Instructor
Nina is an APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) and a Masters of Sports Physiotherapy from Curtin University. She has extensive Sports Physiotherapy experience and has previously worked as Physiotherapist for West Coast Fever Netball, Australian Under 21s Netball Squad, Tennis Australia and the Hockeyroos. She continues to be a WAIS Physiotherapist for Hockey and Netball.
Nina combines a holistic treatment approach with manual therapy and exercise prescription to ensure all contributing factors are properly addressed. She has a particular interest in lower limb kinetic chain issues, load management, rehabilitation of injuries through to high level performance, strength and conditioning and injury prevention programs.
In addition to standard Physiotherapy services, Nina also has a special interest in running and performs Running Analysis in the clinic. An Accredited Athletics Australia Running Coach, Nina combines her Sports Physiotherapy skills with her running knowledge to allow for comprehensive treatment of all running issues.
Personal interests include endurance sports – long distance running and triathlon, basketball and the gym.
Reach out to Nina at nina@wasportsmed.com.au
Tom Valentine
Senior Physiotherapist
Head Physiotherapist East Perth Football Club & Basketball WA Provider
Tom completed his undergraduate physiotherapy studies and is currently completing his Masters of Sports Physiotherapy at Curtin University.
He has a passion for helping his patients with a combination of exercise rehab and hands on therapy to improve pain and performance. He enjoys helping patients take control of their injury to allow them to return to an active lifestyle and achieve their goals.
He currently he works as Head Physiotherapist for the East Perth Football Club and as a preferred provider for Basketball WA.
In 2020 Tom completed research into the rehabilitation of hamstring injuries working closely with the Fremantle Football Club medical team.
Tom enjoys treating all sports injuries along with key interests in:
- Low back pain - Hip & groin pain - Shoulder injuries
- Adolescent/growth related injuries - Post op knee and ankle rehab
Personal interests include social running/swimming events and playing football at Trinity Aquinas where he is the league captain.
Get in contact with Tom at tom@wasportsmed.com.au
Emma Boyes
Physiotherapist
Head Physiotherapist East Perth Colts, BWA Provider & Clinical Pilates Instructor
Emma is a motivated Physiotherapist who completed her studies at Curtin University. She enjoys connecting with her patients to understand their goals and interests. She has a strong background in Yoga & Clinical Pilates and utilises these methods throughout her rehabilitation of injury. Emma is also DMA Clinical Pilates trained.
Emma has particular skills in treating:
- Women's Health - Knee Pain - Paediatric & Adolescent injuries - Ankle sprains
Throughout her studies Emma has worked with the East Perth Football Club where she developed a passion for Sports Physiotherapy. Emma currently works with the WA state Basketball teams and is the Head Physiotherapist for the East Perth Football Club Colts team.
In her down own time Emma is diligent with her own Yoga & Pilates practices, looking after her indoor plants and reading new evidence related to the Physiotherapy practice.
Get in contact with Emma at emma@wasportsmed.com.au
Dr Matthew Bagg
Senior Physiotherapist
Head Physiotherapist Peel Thunder Football Club & PhD
Matt is a Physiotherapist and Scientist who has recently joined the WASM Physiotherapy team. Matt works in clinical and scientific capacities across several areas; particularly cycling, low back pain, Australian-rules football, and medical evidence synthesis. Matt has published research in leading scientific medical journals and worked for several amateur and professional sporting clubs.
Presently, Matt is Head Physiotherapist at Peel Thunder Football Club and responding to examiners’ comments on his PhD thesis.
Matt is available at WASM on Monday and Thursday 7am-12pm.
Get in contact with Matt at matthewbagg@gmail.com
Admin Team
Our admin team Kym, Dee and Gabi have a wealth of experience working in the medical field. They have a close understanding of our practice and our practitioners areas of expertise so if you have any queries reach out to them at info@wasportsmed.com.au or call on 08 6311 9787.