Jonathan Tan

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) with Distinction

Master of Clinical Physiotherapy (Sports and Exercise) with Distinction

Associations

Titled Member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists

Australian Physiotherapy Association Member

Sports and Exercise Physiotherapy Association Member

Bio

Jonathan is the Principal Practitioner and managing partner at Lifecare Point Walter. He joined Lifecare in 2011 after graduating from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy). Jonathan is recognised as an APA Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists. This level of post-graduate training makes Jonathan an expert in sports injury management and complex presentations. Jonathan was awarded the Dr Diana Hopper Award from the Australian Physiotherapy Association which recognises the Master of Clinical Physiotherapy (Sports) graduate with the highest clinical results at Curtin University for the year 2022.

Jonathan has been the Senior Physiotherapist for East Fremantle Football Club’s League & Reserves teams in the 2016, 2017 and 2022 seasons. Additionally, he has served as East Fremantle Football Club’s Colts Physiotherapist in 2013 and 2019. Jon continues assist with the physiotherapy management of East Fremantle’s Football Club providing support to all levels of the program. He has a passion for injury management across all forms of sport, injury prevention and facilitating return to competition.

Jonathan also has a strong interest in the management of low back pain, neck pain, headaches and dizziness. He believes in providing evidence-based treatment through manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation for his clients. Jonathan has previously served as a member of the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Committee of WA, in which he has assisted in the organisation and delivery of professional development to members of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Away from work, Jon enjoys keeping active with a long-term goal of completing a full marathon. He has a love for travelling and following all forms of sport!