Our Team

Krishna Prakash

Director and Senior Physiotherapist

Krishna studied Physiotherapy at Melbourne University and brings 20 years of clinical experience to Core and Motion Malvern. He has worked as a senior physiotherapist at Maroondah Hospital, as well as working at sports medicine clinics from Vermont to Port Melbourne. He has provided services to Victorian state representative teams at nationals in both Soccer and Hockey. Krishna has been the Director of Core and Motion Malvern since its opening in 2014.

Krishna has travelled extensively – working in the UK for 2 years, and utilises various techniques including Dry Needling, Shockwave and is a GLA:D and Onero Practitioner.

Now he is settled in Melbourne, and is a proud father to Siya and Ishaan. He can’t stop talking about them and looks forward to the different challenges fatherhood brings.

Areas of interest including but not limited to :
– Osteoporosis Treatment (ONERO Program)
– Shockwave
– Dry Needling
– Pilates Training
– Running Assessor (GAIT Check)
– Adolescent Sport Injuries
– Post Op Rehabilitation
– Remedial & Deep Tissue Massage
– Chronic Back Pain Issues

Shiv Prakash

Director

Shiv studied Physiotherapy at Melbourne University and has developed a keen interest in Spinal Physiotherapy, Sports Physiotherapy and Chronic Pain Management. Shiv prides himself on keeping up to date with the very latest research and techniques to ensure a consistently high level of patient care.

He has completed several additional courses, such as dry needling, gym rehabilitation and Clinical Exercise techniques. Socially, Shiv is involved locally in soccer, cricket and Kung Fu. An exercise fanatic, he will also be spotted on the running track or in the gym each day. Shiv has embraced his ‘inner nerd’; he is a movie buff with a love of computer games and reading. The best way to understand Shiv’s dedication to Physiotherapy is that he views his work as a lifestyle choice, not a job. He loves meeting new people and helping them achieve their individual goals.

Areas of interest including but not limited to :
– Osteoporosis Treatment (ONERO Program)
– Shockwave
– Dry Needling
– Pilates Training
– Running Assessor (GAIT Check)
– Adolescent Sport Injuries
– Post Op Rehabilitation
– Remedial & Deep Tissue Massage

* Senior physiotherapy rate may apply

Although Shiv can be found most of the time treating at Core and Motion Mitcham, he also spends time here in Malvern and Brighton treating and leading the team.

Tanya Todd

Senior Physiotherapist

Tanya graduated from the Doctor of Physiotherapy course at The University of Melbourne after completing an undergraduate degree in Health Sciences – Clinical Myotherapy at Southern School of Natural Therapy.

She is fascinated by how the body works, how it breaks down and what physiotherapy can do to aid recovery, believing that helping people of all ages achieve optimal physical health and wellbeing makes every day as a physiotherapist rewarding and fulfilling. Her special interests include rehabilitation both from musculoskeletal and neurological injury, Women’s Health and the benefits of Clinical Exercise across all three of these areas.

Tanya has lived in the Malvern area for over 15 years so feel free to come up and say hello if you see her outside the clinic. When not working she is frequently found cycling, weight training at the gym or swimming laps in the pool. She also enjoys reading, playing the piano and trying not to completely destroy her garden. 

Areas of interest including but not limited to :

– Hip Pain 
– Neck Pain
– Dry Needling 
– Pilates Training
– GLAD Program Training
– Post Op Rehabilitation
– Soft tissue and Joint movement Massages
– Headache Management 
– Vertigo & Dizziness Management (Vestibular Balance Disorder Treatment)

and etc.

* Senior Physiotherapy Rates may apply.

Sean Chua

Physiotherapist

Sean completed both his Bachelor of Science (majoring in human physiology) and Doctor of Physiotherapy at The University of Melbourne. 

Sean has always been interested in how the body moves and works, injury prevention, maximising athletic performance, and healthy aging. 

Sean’s area of interest includes, but is not limited to:

• Shoulder, knee, ankle and tendon injuries
• Management of lower back pain 
• Post-op rehabilitation
• Hydrotherapy 
• Strength and conditioning
• Remedial and deep tissue massage, as well as joint mobilisations 
• Osteoporosis Treatment (ONERO Program)

Outside of work, Sean is also a fitness enthusiast, and you can find him in the gym coaching fitness and martial art classes. Sean also enjoys exploring cafes and restaurants with friends around Melbourne. 

Mitchell Gleeson

Physiotherapist

Mitchell completed a Bachelor of Health Science (Anatomy and Physiology) at Monash University, followed by a Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. With a strong background in sports and fitness, Mitchell has a particular interest in sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and return-to-sport rehabilitation.

Having worked in the fitness industry for over a decade, Mitchell brings a comprehensive approach to physiotherapy, with a focus on exercise prescription to optimise client recovery and quality of life. He is passionate about empowering clients to regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love, whether that be sports or daily life.

You can mainly find him working at our clinic in Malvern and sometimes in Brighton East. His areas of interests include but are not limited to :

– Management of Lower Back Pain

– Knee Injuries

– Hip Injuries

– GLAD (Osteoarthritis Management)

– Pilates Training

– ONERO (Orthopaedic Rehabilitation)

– Remedial & Deep Tissue Massage, etc.

Outside of the clinic, Mitchell enjoys playing football, golf, and tennis, and is committed to maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. He brings this personal passion for sport and fitness to their physiotherapy practice, ensuring clients achieve their best possible outcomes.

Veronica Goldring

Physiotherapist

Veronica studied an undergraduate of Biomedical Science at Monash University, followed by a Doctorate of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. Veronica has experience across the lifespan through working in aged care and private practice as well as completing an internship at the Melbourne Victory Youth Academy in 2021. She also completed a strength and conditioning course through the Australian Strength & Conditioning Association (ASCA Level 1).  Veronica uses a combination of exercise prescription, education, and hands on therapy to achieve the best outcomes for her clients.

Apart from her passion to support and treat people in the healthcare background, she loves playing soccer and futsal. She was introduced to these sports when she was 8 years old by her dad, and now she enjoys playing with the local soccer club’s teammates and attends social competitions with friends to play futsal.

Although Veronica can be found most of the time treating at Core and Motion Brighton at the Classic Residence, she also spends time treating in Malvern as well.

Areas of interest including but not limited to:

– Knee injuries

– Ankle injuries

– Sport related injuries

– Shoulder injuries

– Post-op rehab

– Strength & Conditioning

– Osteoporosis Management (ONERO Program)

– Lower back pain and etc.

Serene Wong

Physiotherapist & Exercise Scientist

Serene completed a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and a Master of Physiotherapy, joining Back in Motion in 2023. A warm and dedicated physiotherapist, she is passionate about helping people move with confidence and live pain-free.

Leveraging her extensive background in sports science and personal training, Serene takes a holistic and practical approach to care, with deep expertise in Clinical Pilates, general conditioning, and core stabilisation classes. She applies her skills to a range of clients from paediatrics to geriatrics, managing sports injuries and chronic pain.

Serene invests a lot of her consultation time in education about posture, biomechanics, and the significance of resilient core control for long-term health. While highly skilled in Women’s Health, her core focus is always on empowering clients through movement. Serene is also fluent in Chinese, enabling her to support clients from diverse backgrounds with empathy and expertise.

Key Areas of Expertise:

• • • Clinical Pilates & Core Stabilisation
    • Sports Injury Management
    • Paediatrics & Geriatrics
    • Chronic Pain Management
    • Women’s Health
    • Postural & Biomechanical Education

Camilla Clunies-Ross

Receptionist

Camilla recently just finished year 12 and will be starting a teaching course this year (2024) at Deakin university as it has always been her dream to care for and teach young children.

She love to go for runs and spend as much time as she can with her family and friends when she is free.

She is very creative and love to paint and draw whenever she can.

You will mainly find Camilla at our Malvern Clinic and also our Brighton East Clinic occasionally.

Fred Goode

Receptionist

Fred joined the Core and Motion team in January 2024, and is currently studying Architecture at Monash University.

Fred enjoys spending time with his friends and family, fencing, or engaged in a variety of artistic endevours.

You’ll find Fred at our Malvern clinic, and he’s always keen for a conversation.

Jessica Pappas

Receptionist

Isabella Moffat

Receptionist

Isabella joined our team at Core and Motion Malvern as a part time receptionist in March 2022. Curently she is mainly handling and taking over more responsibility at our Brighton Classic Residence by dealing with invoicing errors, debt collection and etc.

Isabella is currently studying Commerce and Engineering at the University of Monash and is interested in a career in robotic/software engineering.

In her spare time, she enjoys running, shopping, and spending time with her friends.

You will mainly find Isabella at our Brighton Classic residence and our Malvern clinic occasionally.

ELLA CRUMP

Administration

Ella is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (Sports Management) and is passionate about sport, especially AFL and basketball. Residing in Hawthorn East, she is eager to grow her career within the sports industry. In her spare time, Ella enjoys staying active by doing Pilates, spending time with family and friends, and heading to the beach.