Shaun Yao

Why do you do what you do?

What continually motivates me is the remarkable adaptability of the human body. Regardless of age, background, or physical condition, people can improve their strength, function, and quality of life with the right guidance and training. Being part of that process—helping patients realise their potential and regain confidence in their bodies—is why I do what I do.

What makes you passionate about your Physiotherapy

I am passionate about physiotherapy because it allows me to make a big difference in people’s quality of life. I find it deeply rewarding to support individuals in achieving their physical goals, restoring function, and maintaining independence as they age. My primary professional interests are in exercises therapy. Prior to my physio career, I spent over ten years working in the fitness industry, where I saw firsthand how targeted strength training can significantly improve function, reduce risk of injury, and enhance overall quality of life. Further, recent studies in medical field strongly recommend strengthening is one of the biggest key factor for both rehabbing and prehabbing. I have strong experience in identifying risk factors of injury, movement analysis, exercise prescription, and coaching correct technique to improve muscle control and strength. I am skilled at adapting exercises to suit individual needs and stages of rehab, allowing patients to achieve optimal training and recovery outcomes. I also have experience in strength and conditioning, which enables me to not only address pain and injury, but also help patients and athletes safely return to high-level physical performance following treatment.

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