Michael Stovell
Senior Physiotherapist | Inglewood
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Hi I'm Mike,
I grew up in Perth and have always had a strong interest in how the body moves and performs. That curiosity led me into the world of physiotherapy and podiatry, and I’ve been fortunate to turn it into a career spanning more than 40 years.
I first began practising in 1984 and became only the second person in Australia to obtain dual qualifications in both Physiotherapy and Podiatry. I’m especially passionate about movement and motion analysis, helping people understand how even small changes in movement can make a big difference in how they feel and perform.
Along the way, I’ve completed further studies in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy and Advanced Sports Rehabilitation, and I’m currently undertaking a Master’s in Sports Medicine. I’ve also enjoyed contributing to the profession as a Curriculum Committee member at Curtin University’s School of Physiotherapy.
A bit of a biomechanics nerd, I was one of the first practitioners in Australia to use computer motion analysis in clinical practice — starting back in 1986 — and I’m looking forward to introducing the next generation of this technology in early 2026.
Over the years I’ve worked with a variety of state league sporting teams, and had the privilege of serving as Sports Physiotherapist for the Great Britain Paralympic Wheelchair Basketball Team in the lead-up to the World Cup.
Outside of work, I enjoy staying active, keeping up with the latest in sports science, and spending time writing. My children’s book, “Quade the Quokka and the Quest for Quiet,” is set to be published soon — a creative project I’m really proud of.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Bachelor of Podiatry
Postgraduate Studies in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy
Advanced Sports Rehabilitation
Currently completing a Master’s in Sports Medicine
Interests: Musculoskeletal Conditions, Lower Limb (Hip, Knee, Foot & Ankle) and Shoulder Pain, Lower Back Pain and Dysfunction, Movement and Motion Analysis