Karaitiana Smith
Bachelor of Physiotherapy & Post-Graduate Diploma of Sports Physiotherapy
Karaitiana completed his studies in New Zealand from the University of Otago. He worked as sports medic and established a keen interest in assessing and treating sports related injuries. His subsequent experience in private practice treating a variety of conditions and injuries expanded his passion for working with clientele of all backgrounds.
Karaitiana has recently made the shift over to Melbourne from New Zealand. Bringing with him an extensive knowledge on sports related injuries and his dog Stormi.
He has worked closely with Netball, ice hockey, cross fit and senior rugby teams as the head physio. He is qualified in dry needling and has obtained a certificate in Orthopaedic Manipulative Therapy through NZMPA and a Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine through the University of Otago.
When he is not working, you will find him keeping active in the gym, surfing, and hitting the slopes in the Winter.