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Benjamin Butler-Bonnice

Managing Director and senior PhysiotherapisT

  • Ben is a qualified physiotherapist who completed a Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Physiotherapy Practice at La Trobe University, graduating in 2016.

    Since then, Ben has primarily worked in private practice and during this time also gained experience working with NICA (National institute in circus arts), providing physiotherapy treatment, rehabilitation and strength and conditioning plans to circus athletes.

    Ben’s interest in strength and conditioning stems from a 15yr career as a personal trainer before becoming a physiotherapist. This experience has allowed Ben to provide thorough and comprehensive rehabilitation plans for common sporting, recreational and musculoskeletal injuries.

    Ben has extensive experience in treating people with osteoarthritis, knee pain and knee injuries, as well as neck and back pain.

    Ben believes in an active approach to physiotherapy treatment while incorporating massage, dry needling and mobilisation techniques to decrease pain and improve function.

    When Ben isn’t in the clinic he is spending time with his family and children or coaching at his Jiu-Jitsu club, Jean Jacques Machado BJJ Melbourne which he owns and operates.

    Ben is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and this experience combined with his physiotherapy background has enabled him to treat complex conditions that many BJJ athletes encounter.

    Ben enjoys treating people from all walks of life, from young athletes to seniors, BJJ athletes and folks with common musculoskeletal ailments.

    But also has a keen interest in running strength and exercise classes, providing physiotherapy for knee pain, knee and hip osteoarthritis, neck and back pain and ACL rehab.

    • Master of physiotherapy practice (MPhysioPrac)

    • Bachelor of health science, human anatomy and physiology (BHlthSc)

    • Australian Physiotherapy Association member

    • GLA:D Knee and hip osteoarthritis program qualified

    • Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) - level 1

    • Diploma Sports Coaching and Development

    • Certificate 3 and 4 in Personal Training

    • 15 years experience in personal training aiding clients in weight loss, strength training, sports performance, rehabilitation and lifestyle changes

    • 7 years physiotherapy experience in private practice, circus arts and brazilian jiu-jitsu

    • Has worked with many professional, amateur and recreational athletes and weekend warriors

    • Experience with TAC, workcover, return to work claims

    • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt

    • Climbed Mt Aconcagua (6,961m) in Argentina

    • Reached the Huayna Potosi summit (6088m) in Bolivia

    • Completed an ultra-marathon of 114km raising money for homeless youth in Bendigo

    • Lived in China for 1 year studying martial arts

    • Owns and operates Jean Jacques Machado BJJ Melbourne

    • Proud family man

    • Provide a diagnosis and treatment plan

    • Decrease pain

    • Improve strength and fitness

    • Provide a positive patient experience, satisfaction and understanding

    • Improve the patients overall performance and help them reach their goals

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Leah (Rie) Iwatsuki

Remedial Massage Therapist

  • Leah is a certified Remedial Massage Therapist with a strong commitment to holistic wellness.

    After mastering the art of massage therapy she delved into the realm of clinical aromatherapy, broadening her expertise to offer personalised treatments for every client.

    She is currently studying Myotherapy to expand her skill set even further.

    Beyond her amazing therapeutic work, she finds joy in cooking, practicing Yoga, skincare, climbing and golf.

    She also loves eating comfort food like chips, Pizza with binge watching whatever’s good in the moment.

    Her profound passion for acquiring knowledge and supporting a healthy lifestyle drives her forward in the industry and her profession.

    • Diploma of remedial massage from max therapy institute

    • Diploma of Clinical aromatherapy

    • Moving to Australia from Japan in 2018, learning English to study massage.

    • Studying and becoming a Certified Remedial massage Therapist and Clinical Aromatherapist.

    • In 2013, I had a large tumour removed from my lung, and worked hard on rehabilitation for near full recovery.

    • Post my recovery, I returned to an active lifestyle, successfully obtained my scuba diving license and climbed Mt. Nabewari

    • Decreased aches and pain

    • Improved mobility and movement

    • Stress relief and relaxation

    • Enjoying the activities they love without pain