MEET THE TEAM
Chiropractor
Dr Luke Veverka
Dr Luke is the visionary behind The Good Joint and an esteemed head practitioner. With a Master of Chiropractic and a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science from Macquarie University, Luke refined his craft at a distinguished sports injury clinic in Sydney before establishing his practice on the Gold Coast in 2021.
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Dr Luke specialises in sports injury assessment and treatment, manual therapy, concussion management, rehabilitation, and therapeutic exercises. He seamlessly integrates his athletic background with an expert understanding of human anatomy. His clientele ranges from novices to elite athletes, all of whom have reaped the benefits of his guidance in injury recovery and performance optimisation.
Dr Luke's commitment to ongoing education is scored by his impressive certifications, including Complete Concussion Management Practitioner, FIFA sports medicine diploma, and Titleist Performance certifications.
Luke has resolved many complex injuries, from young athletes to world champion fighters.
Beyond his dedication to serving athletes, Dr Luke is deeply invested in restoring individuals plagued by historical and poorly managed injuries.
Under Dr Luke's leadership, The Good Joint has become synonymous with unparalleled care, where a fusion of expertise and passion fosters limitless healing possibilities.
Chiropractor
Dr Connor McLoughlin
Meet Dr Connor, the friendly and patient chiropractor with a Master of Clinical Chiropractic from CQU (Central Queensland University). Being a Burleigh local, Dr Connor leads an active lifestyle and understands the importance of giving back to our bodies.
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Meet Dr Connor, the friendly and patient chiropractor with a Master of Clinical Chiropractic from CQU (Central Queensland University). Being a Burleigh local, Dr Connor leads an active lifestyle and understands the importance of giving back to our bodies.
With a passion for educating patients on long-term health management and injury prevention, Dr. Connor's expertise in biomechanics ensures peak physical performance for his patients.
Driven by the belief that movement is medicine, Dr. Connor's dedication shines through in his commitment to holistic patient care. With an acute eye for biomechanics, Dr Connor guides patients towards optimal health and athletic excellence.
Trust Dr. Connor at The Good Joint to unlock your potential and elevate your sports performance.
Chiropractor
Dr Wes Gould
Dr. Wes Gould, a highly skilled chiropractor at The Good Joint, has a solid foundation in chiropractic care. His journey began with a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science at Murdoch University, Perth, and was further strengthened by a Master of Clinical Chiropractic at Central Queensland University.
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This extensive education and training ensure that you are in the hands of a trusted and knowledgeable professional.
Dr. Wes Gould has a rich background in competitive sports, particularly Surf Lifesaving, which he pursued while growing up in Western Australia. His passion for sports led him to relocate to the Gold Coast, where he successfully qualified for the Nutri-Grain Surf Ironman series while completing his chiropractic studies.
Dr. Wes Gould's personal experience in pushing his body to its limits, particularly in competitive sports like Surf Lifesaving, gives him a unique understanding of the critical connection between a balanced, well-aligned body and peak physical performance. This understanding allows him to empathise with athletes and confidently provide the holistic treatment required for optimal performance.
Committed to continuous learning, Dr. Wes Gould is fascinated by the links between prevention, treatment, recovery, and body optimisation for performance. He strives for excellence in treating each patient, integrating his knowledge of chiropractic care, nutrition, and recovery to help them achieve their health and performance goals.
Physiotherapist
Dr Victoria Lohman
Meet Victoria, a dedicated Physiotherapist at The Good Joint.
With a Doctor of Physiotherapy degree and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Movement Science, Victoria brings a wealth of expertise to our team.
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Originally from the USA, Victoria's background as an ex-NCAA collegiate volleyball player from Penn State University reflects her deep passion for fitness and sports and the strong sense of community they foster.
Victoria's clinical experience spans various sports, including rugby and Australian Rules Football (AFL). She has worked with prestigious teams such as Perth's Super Rugby Pacific team, The Western Force, Bond University Rugby Union Club, Ballina Bombers AFL, and the World Surf League (WSL) Gold Coast Pro. Her academic qualifications and hands-on experience equip her with the knowledge and skills to address various musculoskeletal issues.
Victoria's philosophy revolves around helping individuals improve their quality of life by building confidence in the gym and creating resilience for everyday life. She believes in looking at the full picture of human health, focusing on overall well-being rather than treating symptoms or injuries.
Victoria's core values align with individuals taking the initiative towards improving their health, making her a compassionate and dedicated clinician.
Manual Therapist
Adrian Ponti
Meet Adriano, our dedicated Physiotherapist here at The Good Joint.
Hailing from Rome, Italy, Adriano brings a wealth of international experience and a passion for alleviating pain and promoting movement to our team.
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Specialising in manual therapy, exercise interventions, and spinal rehabilitation, Adriano takes a structural and functional approach to treat all musculoskeletal conditions.
Adriano's journey as a physiotherapist has taken him across the globe, from studying Occupational Therapy in Rome to pursuing Physiotherapy in Amsterdam.
His qualifications include:
HVLAA Manipulations certificates from the European Academy of Osteopathy.
FIFA Diploma of Football Medicine.
Chronic Pain Management certificate from the University of Minnesota.
With a background in physical and occupational therapy, Adriano excels in assessing and treating patients based on their specific functional tasks.
Adriano's expertise lies in breaking down pain-related activities, allowing for a systematic approach to rebuilding and restoring function.
Osteopath
Dr Daniel Kirkbride
Dr. Daniel Kirkbride is different from your average osteopath and strength coach.
With a background in biomechanics, strength & conditioning, and exercise rehabilitation, Daniel embraces a holistic view of the body.
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He believes that all systems are interconnected, and to create lasting change, we must look beyond the presenting symptoms or pain.
Daniel's coaching philosophy is all about removing the guesswork and empowering you with the skills and knowledge needed to optimise your health and performance in the long term. He's passionate about helping individuals discover how to function at their full potential and understand what best suits them regarding movement, nutrition, and recovery.
Join Dr. Daniel Kirkbride on a journey to unlock your true potential and achieve lasting results in your health and performance.
Myotherapist
Elsa Thompson
Meet Elsa, the newest addition to The Good Joint community as a Myotherapist. A thorough, passionate Myotherapist with eight years of experience in private practice,
Elsa is driven by an unwavering passion for assisting people in attaining optimal movement and well-being.
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With nearly a decade of experience, Elsa has devoted her career to relieving pain and enhancing movement functionality. Her diverse background in clinical practice allows her to treat a wide range of clients, from desk workers to tradies, as well as athletes, local AFL players, and elite NRL athletes.
Elsa brings a wealth of expertise in deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, lymphatic massage, dry needling, cupping, exercise prescription, stretching, and pilates to the esteemed team at TGJ. She conducts thorough assessments, discusses outcomes and goals, and tailors treatments using various modalities such as dry needling, cupping, myofascial release, DIP, longitudinal gliding, exercises, and stretches.
Elsa prides herself on teaching clients how to move their bodies with low-impact exercises that are safe and effective. Additionally, Elsa is a pre-and post-natal specialist and excels in sports massage. She is working with the Gold Coast Titans to provide soft tissue release massage, demonstrating her commitment to excellence in her field.
Remedial Massage
Anthony Harder
Meet Anthony, the head Strength & Conditioning Coach and Massage Therapist at The Good Joint.
Anthony's approach to treatment revolves around optimising biomechanics through a hybrid of manual therapy techniques and specific positional exercises.
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With extensive experience in athletic conditioning and massage therapy, Anthony brings a unique blend of expertise to our team.
Anthony holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta and has excelled as a head Strength & Conditioning coach at multiple levels, including high school, state, and collegiate.With a decade of experience in the private sector, Anthony has honed his craft working with diverse individuals. Anthony focuses on athletes who partake in athletics, American football, rugby, ice hockey, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and skiing.
Naturopath
Zoe Keleher
Meet Zoe, our esteemed Naturopath here at The Good Joint.
With a degree qualification in clinical Naturopathy, Zoe's expertise lies in athlete health and performance, neurophysiological conditions, autoimmune disease, and gut health.
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Zoe is a degree-qualified clinical Naturopath who brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. Her experiences with health challenges over her lifespan have shaped her into an evolving practitioner, ensuring a unique perspective in her approach to natural health.
Zoe's passion lies in merging the latest scientific research with the intricacies of natural health. She focuses on developing effective and realistic treatment goals and strategies incorporated into everyday life.
Zoe highly values client empowerment and education, allowing individuals to control their health journey. Her areas of interest include athlete health and performance, mood and behavioural concerns, sleep disturbances, energy support, autoimmune conditions, digestive health and gut microbiome.
Clinical Nutritionist
Tracy O’brien
Meet Tracy O’Brien, our dedicated clinical nutritionist at The Good Joint. Tracy is passionate about harnessing the power of food as medicine to support the body as nature intended.
Having personally navigated the nutritional demands of athletic endeavours, Tracy empathises with the unique dietary needs and potential obstacles her clients might face.
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Tracy’s passion for nutrition is deeply rooted in her Italian heritage. Inspired by her Nonna’s love for homegrown produce and traditional cooking methods, Tracy learned the value of nutritious food from a young age. This early exposure to the healing nature of food, combined with a lifelong love for sports, shaped her holistic approach to nutrition.
Throughout her youth, Tracy was actively involved in various sports, including cricket, gymnastics, AFL, tennis, soccer, and netball. These experiences and her journey as a mother of three led her to explore new challenges like running, obstacle courses, figure sculpting, and boxing. Each pursuit deepened her understanding of optimal nutrition for athletic performance and recovery.
Having personally navigated the nutritional demands of athletic endeavours, Tracy empathises with the unique dietary needs and potential obstacles her clients might face. She is committed to providing practical and tailored nutritional advice to support clients at different life stages. Tracy’s enriched understanding of dietary and lifestyle choices, especially as a parent of teenagers, equips her with valuable insights to help her clients achieve their health and performance goals.
Exercise Physiologist
Alex Butchies
Meet Alex, an Exercise Physiologist with a unique focus on challenging clinical populations. With a background of four years dedicated to working with war veterans, Alex has honed his clinical skills and approach to chronic disease management, where he starts with the root of any patient's problem, which is mental health.
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Alex's expertise was shaped through collaboration with talented clinical psychologists and physiotherapists during his tenure with war veterans. In a collaborative environment, Alex emphasised the interconnectedness of physical and mental health, highlighting the importance of holistic management.
In addition to his clinical work, Alex has been deeply involved in competitive submission grappling since 2015. This demanding sport requires physical prowess and mental fortitude, providing Alex with firsthand experience in performance and recovery strategies.
Recognising the critical role of mental health in overall well-being, Alex prioritises addressing patients' mental health before addressing their physical pain. He firmly believes that mental and physical health are intertwined and works closely with individuals to ensure a holistic approach to their care.
Furthermore, Alex collaborates with the Mens Medicine Community, a Gold Coast-based movement that supports and empowers individuals facing mental health challenges.
By integrating his expertise with an all-inclusive approach, Alex aims to provide comprehensive support to his patients, helping them navigate life's challenges and achieve optimal well-being.
Stretch Therapist
Miria Woodroff
Introducing Miria, an esteemed Massage Therapist with a remarkable 15 years of experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coach in the Military.
Miria specialises in Myofascial Stretch Sessions and stretch therapy offering a unique approach to addressing the root causes of discomfort and restricted movement.
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Miria's extensive military career involved training some of the world's most elite defence force personnel. Upon relocating to Australia, she retrained as a movement therapist, excelling in her field. Her diverse clientele includes NRL, NRLW, NZ 7's, development athletes, professional skateboarders, and everyday athletes, all benefitting from her dedication to ensuring longevity and peak performance in their athletic pursuits.
Miria's treatment approach adopts a systems approach, allowing the body to guide the treatment plan and address the source of pain or dysfunction for lasting results.
Miria integrates movement and soft tissue techniques, bridging the gap between rehabilitation, reconditioning, and high performance. She is passionate about movement and balances her role as a mother of three boys and a wife.
Miria understands the value of time and aims to maximise each session to expedite progress towards your goals.
Personal Trainer
Emma Young
Introducing Emma, our dynamic Personal Trainer at The Good Joint. With certifications in Cert three and four in Fitness and currently pursuing a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree, Emma brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role. She incorporates sport-specific training methods and focuses on injury prevention.
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With two years of coaching experience, Emma has helped numerous clients achieve remarkable weight loss, strength, and running results. She prioritises improving confidence in the gym through technique correction and emphasises the importance of addressing holistic factors for long-term progress.
Emma's extensive sports background, including soccer, long-distance running, sailing, and more, provides her firsthand experience in athletic performance and recovery strategies. She incorporates sport-specific training methods and focuses on injury prevention.
In her spare time, Emma enjoys various outdoor activities, works as a disability support worker, and is an NDIS-registered PT. Her approach to training involves analysing techniques and providing personalised programs to address clients' goals while emphasising empowerment and education for lasting results.
Personal Trainer
Nathaniel Ellis
Meet Nathaniel, our esteemed Personal Trainer at The Good Joint. Specialising in holistic lifestyle and integrative movement coaching, Nathaniel brings a wealth of expertise to our team. He believes in empowering his clients with the knowledge and skills to sustain their progress for life, ensuring lasting health and vitality.
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With a background in high-performance sports, Nathaniel is passionate about helping novice to elite athletes reach their highest potential through a holistic approach. Through comprehensive assessments, Nathaniel identifies areas of life that may be causing problems or blocking progression for his clients. He then implements practices and tools that not only address immediate concerns but also foster long-term well-being. By focusing on holistic solutions, Nathaniel alleviates the risks of injury, complements the adjustments made by our Chiropractors, and corrects imbalances in both life and the body.
Currently studying with the Chek Academy, a prestigious institute focusing on a multi-modality system, Nathaniel is dedicated to continuous learning and growth. He holds certifications in Certificate three and four in Fitness, Scientific Back Training, Scientific Core Conditioning, and Holistic Lifestyle Coaching. Nathaniel's commitment to ongoing education reflects his curiosity about movement and his desire to understand how the mind, body, and spirit work together.
In Nathaniel's philosophy, he embodies the proverb: "Give a Man a Fish, and You Feed Him for a Day. Teach a Man To Fish, and You Feed Him for a Lifetime." He believes in empowering his clients with the knowledge and skills to sustain their progress for life, ensuring lasting health and vitality.
Personal Trainer
Jade Hinde
Meet Jade, our dedicated Personal Trainer at The Good Joint. With an active background centred around natural health, Jade employs a holistic approach with her clients. She seeks to understand their imbalances comprehensively and works with them as a whole, addressing underlying issues rather than simply treating symptoms.
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Meet Jade, our dedicated Personal Trainer at The Good Joint. With a profound passion for merging lifestyle and movement medicine, Jade is committed to guiding her clients along the optimal path to health and wellness. She firmly believes in the body's capacity to heal under the right circumstances, and she empowers her clients to tap into this natural healing ability as they work towards their goals.
Drawing from an active background centred around natural health, Jade employs a holistic approach with her clients. She seeks to understand their imbalances comprehensively and works with them as a whole, addressing underlying issues rather than simply treating symptoms.
Through her own personal experiences, Jade has cultivated a deep appreciation for corrective and functional exercise. She understands the transformative power of feeling strong, mobile, and healthy, and she is dedicated to empowering her clients to achieve longevity and enhance the quality of their movements and everyday life.
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