Pinnacle Rehab and Performance
Sports Rehab
for Athletes & Active People.
Pinnacle Rehab and Performance is a Sports Chiropractic and Performance rehabilitation clinic in Melbourne - for active people who want to get out of pain and back to performance. Combining clinical assessment, hands-on treatment, and evidence-based strength programming — so you move beyond pain relief and back to performing at your best.
Injuries we work with most
Low back pain & lumbar disc injuries
ACL, MCL sprains & post-surgical rehab
Patellofemoral pain syndrome
Meniscus injuries
Gluteal & hamstring tendinopathy
Ankle sprains & Achilles tendinopathy
Rotator cuff injuries & shoulder pain
— Primary Focus
01. WHO IS IT FOR
Rehab that goes beyond pain relief.
If you're an active person or athlete who's been told to "rest and see how it goes" — there's a better path. Standard rehab and traditional clinics often stops when the pain stops. At Pinnacle Rehab and Performance, we continue until you've fully returned to your sport or activity, with the strength and capacity to stay there.
Athletes returning from lower limb or back injuries
Active individuals stuck in the cycle of re-injury
People who want to understand why they're injured, not just get short-term relief
Anyone who wants performance-integrated rehab, not passive treatment
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Recurrent injuries are often a signal that the root cause wasn't fully addressed. Our assessment process looks beyond the site of pain to understand movement, load, and strength deficits that leave you vulnerable.
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Every client receives a structured, phased program with clear milestones — from pain reduction through to full return-to-sport readiness. Not session-by-session guesswork.
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We work with your training and sport goals from day one, not as an afterthought once pain settles. Performance is built into the rehab process.
02. HOW IT WORKS
What Happens
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We listen to YOUR story to understand exactly what you’re looking for and understand your history, pain points, and your end goal. That way we know exactly how to help you.
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We look at your entire body and movement patterns to determine what the root cause of your pain is (not just where it hurts). We look at what is actually holding you back.
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Hands-on treatment combined with targeted exercises to reduce pain and restore range of motion and basic function.
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We develop a plan with you to get you to where you want to be - outlining every step and milestones. While setting achievable goals - to help keep you consistent.
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With proper coaching - we help you develop proper movement patterns (ex. squat, hinge, deadlift) so you are better prepared for your activity/sport. That way you can move better and be stronger.
Our programs are individualised and delivered via our training app (TrainHeroic) with detailed instructions.
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Get back to the sport, workout or activity that you want to do better and stronger than when you walked in. With the option of continued care to build resilience and performance.
03. WHY PINNACLE REHAB AND PERFORMANCE
Not all rehab is
built the same.
Here's how Pinnacle Rehab and Performance compares to the traditional approach — and why the model matters for athletes and active people who want to stay active and come back stronger.
| Pinnacle Rehab & Performance Recommended | Typical Chiro / Physio Clinic |
Personal Trainer / S&C Coach |
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| Dedicated 1-on-1 care Full session — no sharing |
Every session is 60min and 1-on-1 — your practitioner is with you the entire time
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High-volume model or short 20-30min appointments | 1-on-1 attention, but no clinical qualification to assess injury |
| Holistic full-body assessment Root cause, not just symptoms |
We assess the site of pain and the whole system — movement, load, and contributing factors
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Assessment often limited to the symptomatic region only | Fitness-based assessment — not designed for injury evaluation |
| Structured rehab roadmap Clarity from session one |
A clear phase-by-phase plan from your first visit — you always know where you're headed
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Session-by-session approach — no programme structure communicated | Training plan available, but not built around clinical recovery stages |
| Sport & performance integration Return to sport — stronger |
Rehab is bridged directly into sport-specific loading, movement, and performance goals
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Discharge often at "pain free" — without sport-specific return-to-performance criteria | Sport-specific programming available, but not integrated with injury management |
| Dual clinical + S&C expertise Diagnosis meets programming |
(Sports) Chiropractic qualification combined with an S&C background — both in one practitioner
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Clinical expertise only — performance programming requires a separate referral | S&C expertise only — injury assessment and clinical diagnosis outside scope of practice |
Comparisons reflect general service model differences and are not intended to discredit other practitioners or professions. Individual clinical outcomes vary depending on each person's presentation, history, and engagement with their management plan. All care provided at Pinnacle is evidence-informed and within the scope of practice of a registered AHPRA chiropractor.
04. OUR EXPERTISE
What We Treat. Performance-focused rehab.
From neck pain to foot injuries, we target the root cause(s) so you can move without limits.
Including lumbar disc injuries, facet joint irritation, SI joint dysfunction, and chronic non-specific low back pain. Management targets load tolerance, movement quality, and long-term strength.
Lumbar Disc
Facet Joint
Chronic LBP
SI Joint
Gluteal tendinopathy, hip flexor strains, hip impingement (FAI), labral injuries, and groin-related conditions. Rehabilitation addresses hip loading strategies, strength, and movement mechanics.
Impingement
Gluteal Tendinopathy
Labral Tear
Hip Flexor
Rotator cuff strains and tears, shoulder impingement, AC joint sprains, and glenohumeral instability. Rehabilitation focuses on rotator cuff strength, scapular control, and sport-specific loading.
Rotator Cuff
AC Joint
Instability
ACL and MCL sprains and tears, meniscus injuries, patellofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendinopathy, and post-surgical knee rehabilitation. Return-to-sport criteria driven by strength symmetry and functional testing.
ACL
MCL
Patellar Tendinopathy
Runner’s Knee
Meniscus
Lateral ankle sprains, Achilles tendinopathy/ruptures, plantar fasciitis, peroneal tendon injuries, and chronic ankle instability. Progressive loading and return-to-sport programming are central to management.
Ankle Sprains
Achilles Tendinopathy
Chronic Instability
Hamstring strains (grade I–III), proximal hamstring tendinopathy, and quadriceps injuries. Progressive loading and eccentric strengthening are key to managing these conditions in active individuals.
Proximal Tendinopathy
Hamstring Strain
Quad Strain
05. ABOUT US
A Chiropractor who also knows how to train you.
Meet Ray “the Rehab Chiro”
Born in Toronto, Canada and now residing in Melbourne - Ray got his Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology (aka Exercise Science) at the University of Waterloo before attaining his Masters of Chiropractic at Macquarie University. Ray also has experience working with athletes (high-school to professional level) as a Strength and Conditioning Coach.
Over the years, Ray has worked with hundreds of people — from everyday gym-goers to athletes competing at the highest level — with one goal: Bridge the Gap from Injury to Performance.
What makes his approach different is the integration of both skill sets (Strength and Conditioning and Chiropractic Care). Clinical assessment and diagnosis inform a rehabilitation process that is genuinely progressive and performance-oriented — not generic exercises handed to you on a sheet.
He has a clinical interest and focus on helping individuals with:
Low Back Pain
Tendinopathy (ex. Jumper’s knee, Achilles Tendinopathy)
Knee Pain/Injuries (ex. ACL tears and Meniscus tears)
Lower Limb Injuries
Hip Pain (ex. Impingement), Foot/Ankle Pain (ex. ankle sprains)
Athletic Development and Performance
Outside of clinic - you’ll find Ray training, taking photos, reading, listening to podcasts and drinking lots and lots of coffee.
06. COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
Questions about sports chiropractic, injury management or how Pinnacle Rehab and Performance can help you? — answered directly.
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We offer a range of solutions depending on your needs such as:
Treatment and rehab for low back pain pain, knee pain (ex. tendinopathy, ACL rehab)
Rehab for athletic injuries.
Strength and Conditioning.
Online/Telehealth Consultations for rehab.
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A sports chiropractor has training and experience focused on musculoskeletal injuries in active individuals and athletes. At Pinnacle Rehab and Performance, this is combined with a strength and conditioning background — meaning rehabilitation is performance-integrated from day one, not just pain management. Sessions focus on load, movement quality, and sport-specific capacity, not passive treatment alone.
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The key difference is the integration of clinical and evidence-based chiropractic care with a genuine strength and conditioning background — and the structure of sessions.
Every appointment is 60 minutes, 1-on-1, with the same clinician. Rehabilitation is structured across clear phases with objective milestones, with the goal of full return to sport and performance — not just pain relief.
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Our primary focus is low back pain (acute and chronic) and lower limb injuries — which includes ACL and MCL sprains and tears, meniscus injuries, patellofemoral pain syndrome, patellar tendinopathy, hip pain, gluteal tendinopathy, hip impingement, hamstring strains and tendinopathy, ankle sprains, Achilles tendinopathy, and plantar fasciitis.
We also treat shoulder injuries including rotator cuff strains and impingement.
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It varies by individual and condition. Most clients achieve full recovery in about 6-12 weeks, and many choose to continue with ongoing training for long-term performance.
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Each session is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one care with your therapist - that way your appointments are not rushed and you have the highest quality of care.
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Yes. Online rehab consultations are available for those outside Melbourne or who prefer remote access.
Online sessions include full assessment, program design, and ongoing coaching support via the TrainHeroic app.
These are available across Australia and around the world.
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Many of our clients come to us after traditional PT hasn’t helped. We focus on finding and treating root causes — not just symptoms — and create a plan tailored to your body and goals.
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We believe everybody should get world-class care and would love to be a part of your recovery journey. We work with clients of all activity levels and ages—ranging from 12 to 80.
If you have a body—you are an athlete! It is all about the “Athletic Mindset.”
We want to inspire you to live an active lifestyle. help you reach your goals, and get you back to the activities you love without any pain or limitations.
START HERE
Let’s Move Better. Perform Better. Experience Better.
Book a FREE 30-minute Discovery Call. No obligation — just a clear conversation about your injury, your goals, and whether we are the right fit.
07. LOCATIONS
Two Melbourne Clinics.
East Brunswick
Unit 102/6 Bluestone Way Brunswick East, VIC, 3057
West Melbourne
45 Batman St. (Inside Project Better) West Melbourne, VIC, 3003