• 'On the day' appointments
• Accept All health Insurance
• Accepts All Health Funds
• Book Online
• Bus stop
• Comfortable waiting room
• Female Practitioner
• Free parking
• GP Nearby
• Male Practitioner
• Open weekends
• Pharmacy nearby
• Pram friendly clinic
• Short waiting time
• Toilets

• Achilles Pain
• Achilles Tendinopathy
• Ankle Injury
• Back Pain
• Chronic Back Pain
• Dancers
• Hip and lower back pain
• Hip Knee Foot Pain
• Knee Injury
• Musculoskeletal Injury
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
• Neck Pain
• Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
• Pelvic Floor Prolapse
• Pelvic Pain
• Pregnancy Care
• Pregnancy Massage
• Prenatal Massage
• Remedial Massage
• Shoulder Pain
• Sports Injuries

Recovering from pain or an injury can feel like a never-ending cycle. Movement Laboratory can help you move better and live pain free.

At Movement Laboratory Physiotherapy & Pilates, we believe in preventative healthcare, and provide Physiotherapy and Clinical Pilates services in the Inner West of Sydney.

Our team specialises in Musculoskeletal, Chronic Pain, Pelvic Health and Dance Physiotherapy. Our physiotherapists are also experienced instructors in delivering Clinical Pilates and Rehab classes.

Our diverse but targeted skillset, combined with our background in teaching, makes us a unique group of physiotherapists working together to help you move better without pain.

Our mission is for you to leave our care as a more knowledgeable mover with the skills and awareness to take care of your body for life.

Our Services:
Musculoskeletal & Sport Physiotherapy
Women's Health Physiotherapy
Men's Health Physiotherapy
Dance Physiotherapy
Pregnancy & Postpartum Care
Clinical Pilates

• Accept All health Insurance

Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Initial $140, follow up $125

Womens/Mens Health Physiotherapy Initial $170, follow up $130

Winnie Wu - Dance Physiotherapist & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Provider Number: 478829EB
Female - Cantonese, English
Qualifications: B.App.Sc Physiotherapy (University of Sydney, Aust) B.Sci Anatomical Sciences (University of Bristol, UK) Graduate Certificate Pelvic Health (University of Melbourne, Aust) Masters of Pelvic Health (University of Melbourne) – completing
Winnie is the founder of Movement Laboratory and is our principal physiotherapist and team leader. Her special interests are in treating dance & women’s health issues. Her role in the clinic is to lead with mission, vision, and purpose; thus she is evenly divided between treating, mentoring, and business development. She is currently completing her Masters in Pelvic Health & Incontinence at the University of Melbourne.

Following a successful dance career, Winnie moved into physiotherapy. As a physio, dancer and Pilates instructor, she has been passionate in working with dancers since early in her career. She has collaborated with schools and companies including Cirque du Soleil, McDonald College, Brent Street, Sydney Pole, and many others, treating dancers from ballet to Latin to pole to hip hop.

In 2018, Winnie started further training in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. She discovered her love in helping women with pregnancy care and recovery, incontinence, prolapse, pain, and a range of other conditions related to pelvic floor dysfunction. Her main interest lies in treating pelvic pain conditions.

Winnie brings the same level of care to all her patients. She is a firm believer that quick fixes do not last, and lasting fixes are not quick. She adapts her systematic, persistent and caring treatment approach to educate and guide you through your rehabilitation.

Outside of the clinic, Winnie enjoys a quiet read, travelling, architecture, and spending time with her 2 girls.

Katy Mackay - Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist & Performance Coach and Trainer

Provider Number: 5712293B
Female - English
Qualifications: Doctorate of Physiotherapy – Macquarie University Clinical Pilates – APPI Personal Training Cert 4Women through life stages Level 1,2 — Australian Physiotherapy Association Pelvic Health Level 1,2 — Australian Physiotherapy Association Pelvic Pain –Women’s Health Training Associates Advanced Assessment Skills (Ultrasound) — Sydney Pelvic Clinic Research Updates 2022 — Women’s Health Training Associates
Katy graduated with a Doctorate of Physiotherapy from Macquarie University after working for ten years in the fitness industry as a personal trainer and movement coach. She is passionate about working with women and has worked with patients in all stages of their pre and post natal rehab.

Katy’s treatment approach focuses on gradually building strength and re-training movement patterns in a safe and comfortable environment so patients gain confidence to achieve their long term goals. As a physiotherapist, she utilises manual therapy techniques such as joint mobilisation, dry needling and Active Release Therapy (ART) as well as education, movement re-training and exercise therapy.

Katy is trained in Clinical Pilates with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI).

Outside the clinic, she is passionate about positive psychology and philosophy. She loves cooking, yoga, pilates, beach workouts and meditating.

Lauren Cameron - Pelvic Health Physiotherapist & Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Provider Number: 6222288W
Female - English
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hon) University of Newcastle Member of Australian Physiotherapy Association Member of Women’s Health Training Associates
Lauren grew up in Newcastle and recently made the move to Sydney to pursue her career as a pelvic health physiotherapist. During her time in Newcastle, she was practising musculoskeletal and pelvic health physiotherapy in a large multidisciplinary private practice. Her main interest is in postnatal recovery and helping women return to exercise and movement they love.

As a keen sportsperson and a pianist, Lauren grew up mastering the mind body connection in her own pursuits. She now adopts a holistic, wellness based approach to managing her patients’ health problems. She is trained in Clinical Pilates and integrates it with her treatment plans. She is a firm believer in treating not only the diagnosis, but whole person, and taking into account all aspects that lead to better quality of life for her patients.

Outside of the clinic, you’ll find her soaking up the Sydney sun. She is an AFL player and have a love for all things in the gym, as well as pilates, yoga, running and swimming.

Anastasia Sotnikova - Dance Physiotherapist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist & Registered Exercise Physiologist

Provider Number: 6434421J
Female - English, Russian
Qualifications: Master of Physiotherapy (University of Sydney) Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) (Honours) (University of Sydney) Clinical Pilates (Equipment and Mat work) – APPI Certificate III and IV in Fitness (Personal Training) Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) Level 1 Sports Trainer (Allied Health)
Anastasia is an Exercise Physiologist and a Physiotherapist. Anastasia attended a performing arts high school, danced competitively (National level), and trained in commercial and classical dance styles. Being a performer and dance teacher, she understands first hand the importance of Physiotherapy for dancers to prevent and treat injuries. ⁠

Anastasia obtained her Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) and Masters of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney. Upon completion, she was awarded the University Medal and First-Class Honours Award for academic excellence. ⁠
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Anastasia is passionate about effectively treating musculoskeletal injuries, dancers and women’s health conditions among performing artists and athletes. She is experienced in teaching Clinical Pilates studio classes as well, and loves to combine her exercise physiology and Physio knowledge into her classes!⁠

Outside of work, Anastasia leads an active lifestyle and enjoys coastal hikes, pilates, swimming, rock climbing and of course anything dance related!

Alannah Mackay - Musculoskeletal & Women's Health Physiotherapist

Provider Number: 6212553Y
Female - English, Russian
Qualifications: Bachelor of Physiotherapy (ACU) Member of Australian Physiotherapy Association Clinical Pilates (PilatesITC) Education: Musculoskeletal and Sports SIJ, Pelvis and Hip Mastery Series – Australian Physiotherapy Association Lumbar Spine Mastery Series – Australian Physiotherapy Association The Cervical and Thoracic Spine Mastery Series – Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports Trainer Level 1 – Sports Medicine Australia Pelvic and Women’s Health Introductory Women’s Health Physiotherapy Level 1 – Australian Physiotherapy Association Women Through the Life Stages Level 1 – Australian Physiotherapy Association Pelvic Health Level 1 – Australian Physiotherapy Association Clinical Pilates Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork and Reformer – PilatesITC Pre and Postnatal Women’s Health – Australian Pilates Method Association
Alannah is a musculoskeletal physiotherapist interested in treatment of spinal, pelvic, and hip pain. She has also received training in treating women’s health conditions and helps women through all life stages with their wellbeing and health.

Alannah graduated with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University, after working five years in the fitness industry as a Clinical Pilates Instructor. Her warm, welcoming and enthusiastic character enables her to build great rapport with her clients to deliver holistic patient centred care.

Alannah combines her use of evidence based manual therapy skills and exercise rehabilitation knowledge, including the application of Pilates principles to help her clients achieve long-term results to improve overall quality of life. She is trained with PilatesITC and is a certified Pilates instructor.

Outside of the clinic, Alannah enjoys beach walks with her dog Beau and staying active with Pilates and strength training.

Rafki Thahir - Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist & Men's Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

Provider Number: 5494665J
Male - English
Qualifications: Master of Physiotherapy (Western Sydney University) Bachelor of Health Sciences & Medical Science (Western Sydney University) Myofascial Massage (Endeavor College of Natural Health) Comprehensive Rehabilitation Pilates (Polestar Pilates) Education: Myofascial massage – Endeavour College of Natural Health TMJ, cervical spine and intro to cranial techniques – Francine St. George Complete and advance lumbar spine and pelvic – Aust Specialist Physiotherapy Education Comprehensive studio rehabilitation Pilates – Polestar Pilates Musculoskeletal segmental and dry needling – Trevor Montgomery Connect Therapy Part 1 – Linda Joy Lee Connect Therapy Part 2 – Linda Joy Lee Connect Therapy Part 3 – Linda Joy Lee
Rafki graduated with a Master of Physiotherapy from Western Sydney University after completing his Bachelor of Medical science and Graduate Certificate of Human Movement Science. His treatment approach is heavily shaped by years of training with Connect Therapy during his career.

Rafki is our neck, rib cage, spine and pelvis guru! He loves treating complex chronic conditions. He focuses on a holistic approach – treating the cause of pain and optimising body movements with neuroplasticity and retraining techniques. Rafki is the best manual therapist in the clinic. He is patient, caring and attentive. He also utilises dry needling and Shockwave Therapy to manage soft tissue injuries when applicable.

Rafki trained as a Clinical Pilates instructor with Polestar Pilates. After manual therapy, he uses movement education extensively to ensure patients form long-lasting habits that result in real changes and prevent a relapse of chronic pain.

For leisure, Rafki enjoys basketball, soccer and martial arts, and is the proud father of two!

Michelle Love - Remedial Massage Therapist

Provider Number: A205266A
Female - English
Qualifications: Diploma of Remedial Massage (Advanced Rehab) from QAcademy Sunshine Coast A Diploma of Health (Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies) from The Australian Shiatsu College in Melbourne Cert Dry Needling QAcademy Sunshine Coast, Adv Dip Myotherapy at QAcademy - currently completing
Michelle is an experienced remedial massage therapist with over 20 years in the field. She has a passion for helping you feel your best with a keen interest in Women’s Health.

Her approach to Remedial Massage is centred around customised treatments that take into account each patient’s unique needs and goals. Whether you are seeking relief from chronic pain, looking to improve physical performance, recovering from injury, or simply looking for a way to unwind and de-stress, she will work with you to develop develop a treatment plan that is tailored to your needs.

She has extensive training in Remedial, Pregnancy, Relaxation, and Hot Stone Massage. She incorporates Dry Needling, Cupping, Shiatsu and Reflexology Therapies in her sessions.

As a lifelong student of the body, she is currently studying an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy, and am integrating these advanced techniques into her treatments. Her goal is to help clients achieve optimal health and wellbeing, leaving each session feeling renewed and rejuvenated.

Shannon Nutt - Physiotherapist

Female -
Qualifications: Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) First Class Honours
Shannon graduated from The University of Sydney in 2021 with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy), First Class Honours and the University Medal. She is an ex-elite Track and Field athlete which drew her towards physiotherapy from a young age.

Shannon completed her graduate year at St Vincent’s hospital, whilst also gaining experience working part-time in a private practice in Bondi, which solidified and broadened her physiotherapy skills. She is passionate about using movement to empower people and improve their well-being. Shannon is also qualified in APPI Clinical Matwork and Reformer Pilates, as she believes this is a strong adjunct to manual techniques.

Outside of the studio Shannon’s hobbies include growing her charity advocating for improved mental health, swimming at the beach and fashion.