Non-Surgical Back Pain Treatment: What Actually Works
For years, many Australians believed that if back pain became serious enough, surgery was the only real solution. That thinking is quickly changing. In 2026,…
For years, many Australians believed that if back pain became serious enough, surgery was the only real solution. That thinking is quickly changing. In 2026,…
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At some point, you realise that telling yourself it’ll get better just isn’t working anymore. That persistent ache in your lower back you’ve been ignoring,…
Millions of Australians experience lower back pain at some point, sometimes briefly, sometimes for years. The tricky part is that the causes are rarely simple.…

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Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.
Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).
In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.
Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.
Qualifications and Experience
