Motion Health
Underwood
At Motion Health Rehab & Performance Underwood, we’ve built more than just a clinic, we’ve built a place where recovery meets performance. Our goal has always been simple: help people move better, live pain-free, and perform with confidence, no matter where they’re starting from.
We see a wide mix of clients each week. Some are everyday people dealing with aches or chronic conditions, others are NDIS participants working toward independence, and many are athletes chasing that extra edge. What ties them together is the need for care that goes beyond a quick fix. That’s what we deliver.
Our team of physiotherapists, exercise physiologists, and dietitians bring years of experience, including time with professional sporting clubs like the Brisbane Roar. They take the time to uncover the root cause of pain, then build a plan that blends treatment with education so results last.
Whether it’s hands-on physio, dry needling, a nutrition plan, or a tailored exercise program, you’ll find more than just services here, you’ll find a community invested in your health. At Underwood, we’re about progress you can feel today and performance that lasts for the long run.
Trusted by all major Australian health funds
Team Members
Physiotherapy
Emily Lin
Physiotherapist
BPHTY
Fluent in both English and Mandarin, Emily graduated from Bond University with a Doctor of Physiotherapy and is passionate about helping people move with confidence and achieve their health goals.
Emily has experience across women’s health, orthopaedics, geriatrics, and private musculoskeletal practice. She provides evidence-based care through comprehensive assessment, exercise prescription, manual therapy, and patient education, tailoring treatment to each individual’s needs.
Emily has a particular interest in helping people improve mobility, regain independence, and return to the activities they enjoy, with a clinical focus on women’s health and geriatric rehabilitation. She is known for her warm, compassionate approach and enjoys building genuine relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Outside the clinic, Emily trained in Latin dance for over seven years, developing a strong appreciation for movement, body mechanics, and the body’s ability to recover and perform.
Mitchel White
Physiotherapist
MPHty
Mitchel is a Physiotherapist who graduated from University of Queensland, with experience supporting individuals across a range of musculoskeletal, sports, and neurological settings. He is passionate about helping people through injury rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, and improving overall movement and performance.
His clinical interests include sports rehabilitation, post-operative care, musculoskeletal conditions, and neurological rehabilitation. Mitchel takes a patient-centred approach, focusing on helping individuals move better, recover efficiently, and return to the activities they enjoy—whether that’s getting back to sport, returning to the gym, or improving day-to-day function and confidence.
Alongside his physiotherapy career, Mitchel has a strong sporting background, currently playing AFL with the Wilston Grange Gorillas. He has also competed in cricket and soccer, and has over two years of experience as a sports trainer working with junior AFL and NPL teams across Brisbane. These experiences have shaped his practical and performance-focused approach to injury management.
Outside of the clinic, Mitchel enjoys training in the gym, playing AFL, and heading to local markets for a coffee, which continues to fuel his passion for health, movement, and an active lifestyle.
Edgar Tang
Physiotherapist
MPHty
Edgar is an experienced physiotherapist with over four years of experience working with elite-level athletes. After graduating from the University of Queensland with a Master of Physiotherapy Studies, he worked as Head Physiotherapist for Eastern Suburbs FC and more recently as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Queensland Firebirds Pathways program. Edgar is passionate about helping people move better and return to the activities they love. He has a particular interest in post-operative rehabilitation and takes a detailed, evidence-based approach to return-to-sport testing to ensure athletes return to optimal performance. Edgar is an ASCA Level 1 accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach, allowing him to integrate strength and performance principles throughout rehabilitation. Outside of work, Edgar enjoys heading out for a fish and fuelling up with a good flat white.
Jacob Grasser
Senior Physiotherapist
BPHty
Jacob is a dedicated Physiotherapist and a Griffith University graduate, with a strong background in musculoskeletal pain management and sports injury rehabilitation. With over four years of experience as a sports trainer for AFL teams, he combines hands-on athlete care with clinical expertise. Outside of work, Jacob maintains an active lifestyle through basketball and strength training in the gym.
Brandon Nguyen
Physiotherapist
BPHty (Hons)
Brandon Nguyen is a physiotherapist who graduated from the University of Queensland in 2021 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. He has experience managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with particular interest in sports rehabilitation, gym-related injuries, and migraine/headache treatment. Brandon has completed the Level 1 Foundation Course with the Watson Headache® Institute, enhancing his clinical skills in assessing and managing headache-related disorders. He understands the importance of working toward your goals and is committed to keeping you active and fit throughout your rehabilitation. His approach combines hands-on therapy, tailored exercise programs, and practical self-management advice. Outside the clinic, Brandon enjoys hitting the gym, playing basketball, and watching new movies.
Jacob Richardson
Physiotherapist
BPhty
Jacob is a Physiotherapist with experience working across a range of musculoskeletal and sports-related settings, supporting individuals through injury rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, and performance-based training. His clinical interests include musculoskeletal conditions, sports performance and rehabilitation, and post-operative care, with a strong focus on helping people move better, recover efficiently, and return to what they love doing —whether that’s returning to sport, getting back into the gym pain-free, improving day-to-day movement, or building strength and confidence in themselves. Before and alongside his physiotherapy career, he played high-level football (soccer) in Queensland and has over three years of experience as a sports trainer, working with multiple sporting clubs across football, rugby league, AFL, and gridiron. These experiences have shaped his practical approach to injury management, which a strong focus on creating sustainable results for those he treats. Outside the clinic, he enjoys training in the gym, running, hiking, and four-wheel driving, which continues to fuel his appreciation for movement and performance.
Lamir 'Lamb' Gokul
Physiotherapist
( Physiotherapy Manager )
BPHty, BBus
Lamir spent the early part of his 20’s heavily involved in the world of BJJ and boxing. After completing his Bachelor of Business, he was forced to take a break from combat sports to undergo two shoulder surgeries. Experiencing the highs and lows of the rehabilitation process is what drove Lamir to pursue a Bachelor of Physiotherapy, where he received the prestigious Griffith University Award for Academic Excellence. Lamir has extensive experience working with elite and modern-day athletes, as well as acute and chronic injuries. His areas of interest are neck pain, whiplash, workplace injuries, and sports injuries.
Hassan Imran
Senior Physiotherapist
( Co-Founder of Motion Health )
BPHty
Hassan is an experienced senior physiotherapist with extensive expertise in sports rehabilitation. He has worked with athletes from top teams like the Brisbane Broncos, Brisbane Roar, and Brisbane Heat, giving him a deep understanding of the importance of returning to play both quickly and safely. Beyond sports, Hassan is passionate about helping everyday individuals live pain-free and improve their long-term health, empowering them to move with confidence and vitality.
Mitch Polak
Senior Physiotherapist
( Co-Founder of Motion Health )
BExSc, MPHty
Mitchell founded Motion Health in 2023 with the vision of redefining what it means to live and move well for life. Built around the concept of longevity, Motion Health was created to bring together a passionate team focused on problem-solving sustainable health solutions that empower people to do what they love for life. Across the past nine years of clinical practice since graduating from his Master of Physiotherapy, Mitchell has combined his experience in clinical care, business ownership, and elite sport including his work with the A-League men’s Brisbane Roar to develop a holistic and forward-thinking approach to health. Mitchell believes true health is built on longevity. His philosophy focuses on empowering people to move with purpose, build resilience, and create sustainable systems that support lifelong wellbeing. He works closely with every individual to identify goals, address underlying issues, and establish habits that promote lasting results rather than temporary relief. He enjoys helping clients recover from injury and strengthen their bodies to prevent future setbacks. With a particular interest in shoulder and lower limb sporting injuries from running and football, Mitchell’s approach is centred on education, movement quality, and developing lifelong strength and mobility.
Exercise Physiologist
Nasser El-shaer
Exercise Physiologist
AEP, AES, ESSAM
I’m an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with experience across both clinical and NDIS settings, working with individuals living with metabolic (Diabetes, Chronic Kidney Disease) Neurological, Cardiovascular, and Respiratory conditions. My passion lies in helping people improve their performance, health, and overall quality of life through tailored, evidence-based exercise programs. I specialise in sports performance, metabolic health, neurorehabilitation, and cardiorespiratory conditioning, drawing on my clinical background to deliver programs that are both effective and sustainable. Before becoming an exercise physiologist, I competed for QLD as a 100m sprinter and played competitive level touch football, football, Rugby and Basketball. These experiences gave me a deep appreciation for the power of movement and performance training, and they continue to inspire the way I work with my clients. I’m committed to helping people reach their goals, whether that means returning to sport, improving daily function, or simply feeling stronger and more confident.
Emily ward
Exercise Physiologist
AEP, AES, ESSAM
As an elite touch football athlete, I developed a passion for exercise and performance which inspired me to pursue a career as an Exercise Physiologist. I have a strong interest in athletic rehabilitation and performance and have worked with athletes across a range of sports, gaining a solid understanding of how to help them return to the sport they love safely and effectively. Beyond working with athletes, I enjoy helping people of all ages feel stronger, more confident and empowered through movement. I take pleasure in being part of each client’s journey, supporting them to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Known for a friendly, chatty nature and a love for good banter, I aim to create a positive, motivating and engaging environment for every client. Outside the clinic, I can be found on the footy field, chasing new fitness challenges to compete in and spending time with family and friends.
Rohan Giritharan
Exercise Physiologist
AEP, AES, ESSAM
Rohan is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who loves helping people move better, recover well, and perform at their best. Since graduating from UQ with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology in 2021, he has worked in private practice and with semi-professional sporting clubs, including the Brisbane Lions Academy and Norths Devils rugby league, where he gained valuable experience in both rehab and strength and conditioning. His main passions are musculoskeletal rehab, athletic performance, post-op recovery, and return-to-work programs. Whether it’s an athlete getting back on the field or someone rebuilding strength after injury, Rohan’s goal is to make the process supportive and rewarding, while challenging people to exceed their own expectations. When he’s not in the clinic or training in the gym, you’ll usually find Rohan playing cricket, travelling, watching sport, or unwinding with his guitar.
Hayden Kitchin
Exercise Physiologist
Hayden is an enthusiastic Exercise Physiologist dedicated to helping people achieve their health, fitness, and performance goals. With a strong interest in musculoskeletal rehab and athletic performance, he enjoys working with both competitive athletes and recreationally active individuals, guiding them on their journeys to hit new personal bests in the gym or on the field, reach new levels of fitness or return from injury. He gained experience as a strength and conditioning coach working with the UQAFC Division 1 senior men’s team through the 2025 season.
Hayden also finds chronic disease management highly rewarding, helping less active people find their own passion for movement, health and fitness. With longevity and sustainability at the forefront of his approach, Hayden empowers his clients to lead healthier lives.
Outside of work, Hayden enjoys training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, strength training in the gym, working on trading financial markets and relaxing in his downtime. Whether in the clinic, on the mats, in the gym, or studying the markets, Hayden is driven by a passion for growth, performance, and helping others reach their potential.
Dietician
Ellena Burnett
Senior Dietitian
BHsc Mj Niutr, MDietst
Ellena graduated with a Master of Dietetics Studies from the University of Queensland in 2017. Since then, she has built a rewarding career in private practice, working with clients to support a wide range of health goals. Her expertise includes managing chronic health conditions, guiding body composition changes, providing pre- and post-operative care, and addressing issues like female health, gut health, daily performance, corporate wellness, and sports performance. As an accredited Sports Dietitian, Ellena has had the privilege of working with athletes of all ages, from adolescents to masters’ athletes, across various sports. Her practice approach is centred around empowering clients, helping them take an active role in their care while working collaboratively to achieve their unique goals. Outside of work, Ellena enjoys spending time with her family, experimenting with new recipes and food products, and getting outdoors with her young son.
Chelsea Creighton-Balfour
Dietitian
BNutr&Diet(Hons), APD
Chelsea is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a passion for supporting women’s health, mental health, and performance across all stages of life. Alongside her clinical training, she draws on her lived experience with neurodivergence and chronic illness—allowing her to deliver care that is patient-centred, validating, and grounded in real-world understanding. Chelsea is committed to helping clients build sustainable habits and feel confident navigating food, health, and performance. As a national-level pole dancer and former strength and conditioning coach, Chelsea understands first-hand the demands placed on active women and athletes. She is passionate about helping clients fuel confidently, train well, and feel strong in their bodies, blending evidence-based practice with a deeply empathetic and inclusive approach.
Muhammad Qureshi
Dietitian
BNutr&Diet(Hons), APD
Muhammad is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who graduated with Honours from Queensland University of Technology (QUT). He has expertise in managing a range of chronic medical conditions, including type 2 diabetes and hypercholesterolaemia, and supports clients with weight management—whether it’s weight loss, weight gain, or optimising body composition. With a South Asian background, he brings a culturally inclusive perspective to his practice and understands the unique dietary challenges faced by diverse populations. His approach is evidence-based and patient-centred, focusing on practical, sustainable dietary changes tailored to each individual’s lifestyle—supporting meaningful improvements in health and the achievement of long-term goals.
