Chiropractors
Felicity Gundelach
B.Sc (Anatomy) M.Chiropractic
Felicity has practiced at Coorparoo Chiropractic since 2003, following the completion of her Master of Chiropractic Studies at Macquarie University, Sydney, New South Wales.
Felicity utilizes a variety of techniques to treat spinal and peripheral joint conditions, in order to minimize pain, inflammation and muscle spasm. Techniques used include Diversified Manual, Thompson Drop-piece (specialized table) and Activator (hand-held instrument). Her aim is to restore optimal neurological and biomechanical function to individuals of all age groups and dispositions.
She believes in the importance of the following:
- listening to patients and communicating clearly with them about their bodies and presenting conditions
- educating patients in relation to posture, rehabilitative exercise and modification of problematic behaviours
- establishing an optimal therapeutic relationship wherein outcomes can be achieved and maintained as soon as possible
Felicity was employed by Macquarie University as a chiropractic skills tutor/examiner whilst still a student and graduated with an outstanding academic record.
She has served as an Executive Director on the Chiropractors' Association of Australia Queensland (CAAQ) Executive Committee for four years and is currently an Assessor on Queensland Health's Professional Conduct Review Panel. Felicity is CAAQ's State Media Spokesperson as well as the Newsletter Editor for the Association's quarterly publication.
Felicity is dedicated to her profession and her patients and is motivated to help people help themselves through Chiropractic!
John Worrall
B.App.Sc (Chiropractic) Fellow of the Australasian College of Chiropractic (FACC)
John is a 1985 graduate of the Phillip Institute of Technology, Melbourne, which is now incorporated into the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).
Prior to commencing practice at Coorparoo in mid-1987, John practiced as an associate and locum tenens throughout Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. During this time he experienced many different practice styles and techniques. From that background and with over twenty years of experience to draw from, John utilizes a range of techniques that he feels are the most versatile and effective.
John particularly enjoys working with the elderly and difficult cases.
John has had a very active career in chiropractic politics, serving the Chiropractors' Association of Australia (CAAQ) and Registration Boards in Queensland. He was also on the Council of Chiropractic Education Australasia Incorporated.
In December of 2006, John was awarded a Fellow of the Australasian College of Chiropractic in recognition of service to the profession.
John only sees clients at Coorparoo, but oversees the management of both Victoria Point and Coorparoo Chiropractic Clinics.
In his spare time, John is an avid sports fan and coaches Under 18s AFL at Redland Bombers.
Espen Hjalmby
BAppSc (CompMed-Chiro) MClinChiro
Espen was born and raised in Arendal, Norway and came to Australia in 2005. He was inspired to become a Chiropractor after witnessing the amazing effects it had on his family and friends. After completing a five year degree at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, he has now joined the Coorparoo Chiropractic team.
Espen is a member of the Chiropractic Association of Australia and Sports Chiropractic Australia. He keeps up to date with the latest in sports chiropractic treatment and management to optimize nervous system function, health and performance within the human body.
Espen has been an active and certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor for the last ten years and is still highly involved in the fitness industry.
One of his greatest passions is helping people to understand the significance of looking after their spine and the correlation between chiropractic care, diet, exercise, stress and its effect on overall health in the context of today's busy society. Espen believes this is relevant to people of all ages, from varying lifestyles and differing states of health.
As a chiropractor, Espen utilizes a variety of manual techniques such as Diversified and Gonstead. He also includes muscle work when indicated.