Get to know the Action Physio team

Meet our new Physiotherapist, Mauro!

Tell us about yourself...

I like to keep myself physically busy with road cycling and mountain biking. I believe in keeping a healthy body and mind with all forms of exercise from gym, functional training and recreational sporting activities. When I’m not being physically active the remainder of my time is spent with my family and friends eating out or hiking or exploring the outdoors. A hobby I enjoy is roasting my own coffee or experimenting with cooking up different meals. 

What made you want to become a Physiotherapist?

I had an interest in the functioning and mechanics of the human body. I was looking for a profession where I could be physically active and educate people with the benefits of exercise. Taking this into account it lead me down the path of physiotherapy which allowed me to improve my knowledge of the human body improve my physical capabilities and help others achieve their goals by overcoming their injuries or improving their knowledge. 

How long did it take you to study and where?

4 year honour degree at The University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa.

One Year Post graduate course with an interest in Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapy

Variety of Courses with an interest in Musculoskeletal injuries predominantly in spinal injuries. 

What is your favourite part of the Job?

Helping patients with their injuries and to achieve their goals. Enjoy rehabilitating and helping patients improve their exercises.

Hardest part of the Job?

Breaking down misconceived belief ideas about their injuries/pathology and creating a new belief system especially with chronic pain patients. 

What is your favourite meal/food and place to eat in Newcastle?

I enjoy all types of food and always happy to try something new creating new experiences. 

Nagisa, Bella Italia, Coal and Cedar