Meet the team

Cathy Tuckey

Owner and Senior Physiotherapist

Cathy has nearly two decades experience working as a Physiotherapist in Private Practice. She completed her degree in New Zealand in 2005 and relocated to Brisbane to begin her career. Over the next 9 years she developed her treatment skills, knowledge and an interest in Dry Needling. She commuted back to Auckland to complete a Post Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture in 2014, before moving over to Perth in 2015.

With her interest in Acupuncture and value for continuing education, Cathy decided to pursue a Research degree investigating the use of Dry Needling for scars. She had two journal articles published and was awarded a Masters of Science in 2023 from The University of Notre Dame Australia.

Her unique blend of treatment styles includes Dry Needling, Western Acupuncture and a wide range of hands-on techniques, this enables her to work with clients presenting with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. 

Cathy treats all areas of the body and has a special interest in treating clients with Jaw pain, Chronic pain conditions and irritable scars.

Cathy spends her free-time with family, her two dogs and loves to be creative in the kitchen and vegetable garden.

 

Dianne Mavor

Senior Physiotherapist

Dianne brings a wealth of experience in physiotherapy from her work across various sites. Before joining Spearwood Physio, she managed her own private physiotherapy clinic and held FIFO roles in iron ore, gas, and coal mines across WA. In addition to her role at Spearwood Physio, Dianne works in the orthopaedics department at SJOG Murdoch, where she provides comprehensive care for clients undergoing joint replacement surgery, knee surgery (such as arthroscopy), sports injury surgery, and spinal surgeries. She particularly values the opportunity to see clients before their operations, helping them prepare for surgery to achieve optimal post-operative outcomes.

Dianne’s expertise extends beyond surgical care, with a special interest in healthy aging, osteoporosis, chronic pain, chronic lung conditions, and scoliosis. Outside of work, she enjoys staying active through walking, swimming, cycling, and gardening, and she is an enthusiastic cook.

Lucien Hamilton

Senior Physiotherapist

Lucien Hamilton is a highly skilled and dedicated physiotherapist who completed his degree at Otago University in New Zealand in 2007. With a solid foundation in private practice, he expanded into occupational physiotherapy while working on a mine site. Additionally, Lucien gained valuable experience as a trade assistant, immersing himself in house renovations and ultimately undertaking his own home renovation project.

Lucien enjoys treating a wide range of conditions affecting various areas of the body, with a particular focus on neck and shoulder issues. He utilizes manual therapy, dry needling, and exercises while continuously exploring ways to optimize recovery and overall health.

In addition to his clinical experience, Lucien has extensive knowledge in occupational physiotherapy, including working with workers’ compensation cases and providing specialized care for individuals in mine site settings. His expertise in this area allows him to effectively assess and treat work-related injuries and facilitate successful return-to-work programs.

As a dedicated father of two young daughters, Lucien understands the importance of family. His passion for the ocean originally motivated his move to Perth. Currently, his hobbies include fishing and boating, and he hopes his daughters will share his passion as they grow up.

 

 

Dana Drage

Physiotherapist

Dana joined Spearwood Physio in early 2023 after graduating from Curtin University in 2022. Her interest in physiotherapy began at age 11 when she received treatment for a sprained ankle. Formerly a professional ballet dancer with Melbourne Dance Company (now Victorian State Ballet), Dana’s dance background fuels her passion for rehabilitation and physiotherapy. As a busy mom of two young children, she understands the importance of nurturing health and well-being.

Dana enjoys working with all patients and a variety of conditions, with a special interest in lower limb and dance-related injuries. She combines her knowledge of strength and conditioning training with manual therapy techniques to ensure optimal recovery and help people return to the activities they love.

Dana offers dance-specific Physiotherapy sessions including WAAPA and Pre-Pointe assessments. She also loves the opportunity to visit dance studios to talk to students about her experiences as a dancer and how her Physiotherapy career enables her to support young dancers.

Daryn Whicho

Physiotherapist

Daryn’s journey into physiotherapy is as inspiring as the care he gives. With a history in elite sports, including time at the Perth Glory FC Academy, Daryn knows exactly what high-level performance demands and why effective recovery is so important.

After dealing with his own injuries and working with top physiotherapists, Daryn was inspired to help others move, perform, and thrive. His personal experiences fuelled his passion for a career dedicated to helping others.

Now a committed Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioner, Daryn has a unique understanding of what combat sports require both physically and mentally. He loves working with athletes in the combat scene and managing all kinds of injuries. By combining his athletic experience with modern physiotherapy techniques, Daryn creates personalised treatment plans that help patients recover faster, train smarter, and perform at their best.

Whether you’re an athlete pushing for peak performance or someone trying to overcome pain and get moving again, Daryn’s compassionate and knowledgeable approach makes even the toughest recovery journeys possible.

Andrew Miller

Massage Therapist

Andrew joined our team at Spearwood Physio in 2023 providing Remedial Massage services. His friendly smile has also been appreciated as part of our reception team from time to time.

Andrew completed his Diploma in Remedial Massage at South Metropolitan Tafe in 2022 and is a member of Massage and Myotherapy Australia (MMA).

Outside of work, Andrew is a student and hopes to one day qualify as a Physiotherapist.

Frequently Asked questions

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