Behind Your Recovery at Active Physiotherapy Mackay

Deputy Principal Physiotherapist – BSc(PT)Hons

Special Interest: Complex Shoulder Conditions

Ginny Erichsen is a highly experienced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with 30 years of clinical practice across university teaching hospitals and private practices in both England and Australia.

As Deputy Principal Physiotherapist at Active Physiotherapy, Ginny plays a key leadership role, managing a team of 15 clinicians, coordinating professional development, mentoring staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care across the team.

Ginny has developed a strong clinical focus in the assessment and treatment of complex shoulder conditions. Her interest began during her time working alongside orthopaedic shoulder surgeons in the UK, where she gained valuable experience observing surgeries, participating in outpatient clinics, and contributing to research. This interest has continued to evolve through ongoing postgraduate study and clinical collaboration with shoulder surgeons and referrers.  Today, Ginny’s caseload predominantly consists of complex shoulder presentations, with referrals from Brisbane-based and local surgeons, GPs, and other allied health professionals.

• Pre- and post-operative shoulder rehabilitation
• Shoulder injuries and persistent shoulder pain
• Neck-related conditions
• Whiplash-associated disorders

Senior Physiotherapist – BPhty, GCertPF, MCouns GDipDiv

Dale moved to the warm climate of Mackay in 2017 after spending the previous eight years in Tasmania. Her main area of interest is in pelvic floor dysfunction which usually involves very intimate areas of people’s lives that can be embarrassing to discuss – urinary incontinence and bladder dysfunctions, faecal incontinence, dysfunctions moving bowels, sexual dysfunction, pelvic pain, pelvic organ prolapse. She really enjoys being able to support people and help remove barriers to being able to fully enjoy their lives. Dale has also completed a Masters of Counselling working part time as a counsellor as well as using these skills within physiotherapy practice to support the psychological impacts of health dysfunctions.

Dale has worked in a wide variety of physiotherapy positions: hospital, private practice, Education Queensland, Aged and Disability Services. While living in the Northern Territory Dale was awarded a Churchill Fellowship in 2006 to study the Indigenous application of the Ponseti method of managing club foot which was a very rewarding experience travelling to both Iowa and Uganda. In her own time she loves to read, go camping, play the piano, flute and cello, walk, and discovering about people’s life journeys.

Special Areas of Interest:

• Pelvic floor dysfunction

Chris is a North Queensland local who has been practicing physiotherapy in the Mackay region since graduating from James Cook University in 2010.

In this time he has gained vast experience in Musculoskeletal, Occupational and Orthopaedic physiotherapy. He has remained committed to his ongoing professional development, having completed countless courses in the musculoskeletal physiotherapy field through the years he has practiced. He is excited to be brought into the active physiotherapy team as a senior physiotherapist.

His interests range from sporting injuries to work injuries, and he has a keen interest in post-operative recovery.

Chris is a former member of the Australian swimming team and while his years of competitive sport are behind him, he still enjoys an active lifestyle. In his spare time he would often be seen attending his gym, hiking, camping or free-diving.

Special Areas of Interest:

• Sporting injuries
• Acute and workplace injuries
• Orthopaedic and post-op recovery
• All other MSK; including shoulders, elbows, knees and ankles

Jemma graduated from James Cook University in 2018 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. Having moved to Mackay once completing her study, Jemma enjoys getting away in her spare time camping, surfing and spending time at the beach. Jemma also loves playing sport, including AFL and beach volleyball.

Currently, Jemma works in both our Mackay and Sarina clinics, enjoying helping both communities to achieve their best health outcomes. Her approach to treatment is very individualised and focuses on understanding clients goals to create personalised treatments.

Jemma enjoys treating a mixed caseload of general musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions. She also has a special interest in Neurological physiotherapy and rehabilitation, working with many clients on NDIS.

The rest of Jemma’s caseload consists of women’s health physiotherapy. This includes pregnancy related conditions, post natal recovery such as abdominal separation and return to sport, bladder and bowel disorders, and prolapse (including pessaries).

She has completed a number of post graduate courses to expand her knowledge and assist in enhancing patient outcomes.

Special Areas of Interest:

• Dry Needling / Western Acupuncture
• Rheumatology conditions such as Arthritis, Lupus, hypermobility
• Womens Health physiotherapy including bladder, bowel, pelvic pain and pessary fittings
• Pre and post-natal physiotherapy including abdominal separation and return to sport
• NDIS and Neurological Physiotherapy (APA Level 1 Neurological Physiotherapy)
• General musculoskeletal physiotherapy

Steve moved to Mackay with his wife and daughter in 2020. Since arriving in sunny Queensland both he and his wife have welcomed another two beautiful children into their family.

Steve loves helping people and is passionate about all things health and physiotherapy and he loves to learn. After starting at Active Physio in 2020 he hit the ground running completing a Bachelor of Social Sciences with a major in Behavioural Studies (2020-2022).

He has completed extensive professional development to advance his clinical skills in the management of spinal conditions, acute sporting injuries and rehabilitation and has completed courses specifically aimed at assessing and treating persistent pain, headaches, conditions of the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, foot/ankle and temporomandibular joint (jaw). He has also completed additional training in clinical Pilates.

Steve understands that there is a person attached to the painful shoulder, knee or hip. He understands that everybody’s pain and rehabilitation journey is unique and should be tailored in such a fashion.

Steve enjoys treating all types of conditions and has a particular interest treating shoulders, headaches, jaw pain, knees and conditions of the spine (neck and back pain). He is specifically interested in how mechanics of the spine can contribute to and influence other areas of the body.

Steve is currently studying his Masters in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy through La Trobe University.

When he’s not studying or attending courses Steve enjoys spending time with his family, spending time outdoors, going to the gym, drinking coffee and watching NBA and AFL. Two of his greatest achievements include trekking to Mt Everest Base Camp and completing the Melbourne half marathon.

I am Anmol, I completed my Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy (Honours) from CQU. After completing my senior secondary education with medical subjects in India, I moved to Australia to pursue my interest in Physiotherapy. With special interest in musculoskeletal conditions and neurological physiotherapy, I am dedicated to helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals and improve their quality of life. I look forward to working collaboratively with our clients and utilising evidence-based practices to provide the best care possible.

B.HlthSc, M.ClinExPhys, PGCert Oncology Rehabilitation

Dylan is an experienced and passionate Accredited Exercise Physiologist with a Bachelor of Health Science, a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Oncology Rehabilitation.

With a strong sporting background as a long-distance runner, including marathons and ultra-marathons, Dylan brings both personal and professional insight to his practice. He has a particular interest in oncology rehabilitation, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, and designing exercise programs that are both evidence-based and highly personalised.

Dylan specialises in working collaboratively with individuals to help them achieve meaningful outcomes—whether they are managing a long-term injury, returning to sport, or looking to build strength and capacity. His approach is thoughtful and adaptive, ensuring exercise is tailored to each person’s condition, goals, and capabilities.

He also provides sports-specific strength and conditioning programs across a range of disciplines, including basketball, football (AFL and NRL), soccer, and endurance sports. Dylan is committed to helping people—whether athletes or members of the general population—train smarter, move better, and get the best out of themselves.

Alex started with Active Physiotherapy in 2022 in the role of Therapy Assistant. Since starting, she has been assisting the physiotherapists with their National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) patients, helping them improve through exercise and hydrotherapy programs.

This experience has sparked a strong passion for helping people improve their strength, mobility, and achieve their goals. Alex is currently studying Sport and Exercise Science and is about to begin her Master’s in Exercise Physiology to further her skills and knowledge in the field.

Outside of work, Alex enjoys playing hockey, spending time outdoors exploring, or hanging out with her dogs and family. She looks forward to meeting all kinds of people, expanding her knowledge, and helping as many people as she can.