APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, MPhty (Musculoskeletal), MPhtyB ExSc, DPT, B.ExSc, Watson Headache® Certified Practitioner
"I am an out-of-the-box thinker with an atypical mindset, goal-driven and exceptionally productive. I find myself to be an innovator, creative and inspiring, which aids in the treatment success of my patients."
In his spare time, Zac enjoys working out at the gym, baking cakes, golfing, and spending time with his wife and 2 children.
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Whilst working at Sports Lab as a sports and remedial massage therapist since 2011, Zac graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree from Macquarie University in 2017. He spent six years working at Sports Lab, primarily in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Since 2018, Zac has focused on treating and managing chronic conditions, particularly headaches, migraines, and TMJ disorders. This interest led Zac to undertake further studies, where in 2022, Zac became certified under Dean Watson and was awarded as a Watson Headache Practitioner; and also furthered his career by completing the Mulligan Orofacial/TMJ course.
In 2022 Zac also completed his Graduate certificate in musculoskeletal physiotherapy at La Trobe University and is due to complete his master's in musculoskeletal physiotherapy in 2024. Alongside Headache, Migraine and TMJ disorders, Zac is keenly interested in complex Musculoskeletal pathologies, including shoulders, ankles, hips, knees and all spinal conditions. Zac prides himself on taking an evidence-based and individually-tailored approach to assess and manage an array of musculoskeletal conditions, particularly Headache, TMJ and Vestibular disorders.
As part of the management team, Zac he prides himself on strong leadership traits and skills that ensure the clinic's success. He ensures patient expectations are met and displays leadership qualities.
Physiotherapist &
Business Development Manager
Special Areas of Interest
TMD (temporomandibular dysfunction) of the jaw joint and muscle pain, clicking jaw, clenching, and bruxism (night bruxism).
Headache & Migraines
Complex Headache-related conditions.
Vestibular related conditions.
Sport and Musculoskeletal conditions of the shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle.
Spinal pathologies.
Degrees / Qualifications
MPhty Musc (Latrobe)
MPhtyB ExSc (WSU),
Doctor of Physiotherapy (Mq),
Watson Headache® Certified Practitioner
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- La Trobe University - Masters of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- La Trobe University - Graduate Certificate Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Certified Watson Headache Practitioner
- Maquarie University - Doctor of Physiotherapy
- Western Sydney University - Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
- Australian College of Natural Therapies - Adv.Diploma of Sports and Remedial Massage
- Western Sydney University - Bachelor of Network Engineering
- The Watson Headache® Institute Level 1 Foundation 2020
- The Watson Headache® Institute Level 2 Consolidation 2021
- The Watson Headache® Institute Level 3 Certification 2022
- Mulligan Concept - Orofacial/ TMJ certification 2023
- Mulligan Concept Pelvis 2024
- Lyn Watson Shoulder level 1
- Australian Physiotherapy Association Sports Physiotherapy Level 1 & 2
- Liberty Place – Business Development and Corporate
Experience
- Sydney Uni AFL
- The Next Step Dance Acadamy
- GWS AFL Academy
- NSW Swimming
- Sydney Uni AFL
- The Next Step Dance Acadamy
- GWS AFL Academy
- NSW Swimming
Professional Associations
Australian Physiotherapy Association
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Watson Headache Institute
Mulligan Manual Therapy Concepts
Other team members
Tom Brydson
David Pugh
Alison Ferris
Matt McCutcheon
Zac Moukaddem
Jessica Cassidy
Matt McFadden
Dawn Pugh
Tessa Barry
Jacqui Brydson
Francesca "Frankie" Faulkner
Suzy Gellert
Helen Gibson
Dave Johnson
Jinoo Lee
Kaitlan Merhi
Freddie Mitchinson
Keiran Qaium
Courtney Horton
Kevin Wilson lay
Nathan Zhu
Greg Sher
Luke Ross
Shannon Hurvitz
Vera Kinzel
Danielle Jolly
Anel Radford
Emma Breslin
Max Ephraim
Phillip Donaldson
Daniel Nolan
Tori Thompson
Matias Tuset
Russell Stokes
Anneliese Johnson
Hannah Baker
Karen Hale
Michelle Katsaounis
Farrah Kayyal
Eleanor Clark-Burton
Tiahna Ruane
Rosie Sharpe
Edward Yi
Ryan Boot
Robynne Jeftha
Rachel Malone