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Tom Profile

Qualifications:

  • Doctor of Physiotherapy (Bond University)

  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise & Sport Science, University of Sydney)

  • APA Sports Physiotherapy Level 1

  • Immediate Care In Rugby Level 2

  • Dry Needling

  • SMA Sports Trainer

Tom Sanders

Associate Physiotherapist

Tom is a physiotherapist with a strong background in high-performance sport, musculoskeletal injuries and athlete rehabilitation. He holds a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Bond University and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science) from the University of Sydney.​

 

Tom has worked across elite sporting systems in Australia and overseas, including the Western Force (Super Rugby), Gold Coast Suns (AFLW, VFL, Academy), and Stanford University (NCAA Division 1).

 

His experience spans from the management of acute and chronic injuries to return-to-play planning and performance optimisation for athletes at any level.

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Currently, Tom provides physiotherapy support for The Southport School’s Rugby and Football programs, NSW Junior Rugby Union representative teams, and Gold Coast Suns Academy. He has a special interest in shoulder and lower limb rehabilitation, particularly hamstring and patellar tendon injuries, and integrating strength and conditioning principles into rehab programming.​

 

Tom is known for his clear, comprehensive, approachable style and is dedicated to helping all patients regain confidence, enhance performance, and return to their activities.

 

Outside of the clinic, Tom can often be found on the golf course, kicking a footy about, in the gym, or spending time back home in country NSW, where he has a knack for naming cows.

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