Special Interests
Riann has a special interest in sports and has worked with a variety of athletes ranging from Olympic athletes to recreational athletes and weekend warriors.
Education and experience
Obtained a BSc Physiotherapy degree from the University of the Free State. Credentialed Therapist in MDT obtained from the McKenzie Institute International. Riann has 12 years of experience working as a Physiotherapist in South Africa. He obtained a certification in Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy and MDT. He has experience in treating A variety of musculoskeletal conditions varying from acute pain to a more persistent presentation. He has a special interest in sports and has worked with a variety of athletes ranging from Olympic athletes to recreational athletes and weekend warriors.
Hobbies
Running, Hiking or being outdoors. If the weather isn’t great just give me a good book.
Favourite Quote
“We either live with intention or exist by default” - Kristen Armstrong
Meet the Cairns team
About Us
Physio Health Cairns is now part of the Health First Group. We are a team of leading allied health experts offering a range of services across Cairns including physiotherapy, remedial massage, podiatry and more. Our group of health practitioners are chosen for their inclusive, multi-disciplinary approach to healthcare to ensure all of our clients’ needs are met at an exceptional level.
Our Physios service Cairns and surrounding suburbs including Woree, Bayview Heights, Earlville, Mooroobool, White Rock, Bentley Park, Manunda, Portsmith and more.
Please read our COVID-19 guidelines before attending an appointment.
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Meet the team
Karen Winkworth
Physiotherapist
Stacey Morris
Physiotherapist
Sam Marano
Physiotherapist
Riann Aartsma
Physiotherapist
Juliet Ogbu
Physiotherapist
Faith Adeyekun
Physiotherapist
Aminu Sharif
Physiotherapist
Jane McCrum
Remedial Massage Therapist
Kacey Joy
Remedial Massage Therapist
Kayla Harris
Practice Manager
Mandy Stone
Admin
Emma Craperi
Admin
Meet the Cairns team
FAQs
At your first appointment you can expect a thorough examination from our expert physio, they will ask you a number of questions regarding your condition as well as conduct a physical evaluation in order to determine the best course of treatment for you. After this, the remainder of the session will be dedicated to providing the most appropriate treatment and therapy for your condition.
Upon evaluation, our physio will provide you with an in-depth treatment plan that details the exact steps necessary for your recovery and an approximate timeframe.
Plentiful on-site parking is available at our Cairns clinic.
Yes. All our therapists are AHPRA registered and invest their time to complete post-graduate education yearly to further strengthen their education and knowledge.
Yes, you can. All our clinics are equipped with on-the-spot Hicaps payment and claims processing.
All Health First Group physiotherapists are registered NDIS providers, meaning they are able to treat self-managed, agency (NDIA) managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
No, a doctor’s referral is not necessary.
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