About Us
About Us
THE AF WAY
What drives
our mission
.
At AF Physiotherapy our goal is to help you reach your full potential. Our physiotherapists are experts in assessing and diagnosing your pain experience, then getting you pain free in the shortest amount of time possible.
- What’s going on
- Advise you on what we can do for you
- How long this will take to get back to what’s meaningful to you
- What strategies you can use for yourself
During your one-on-one consultations, treatments may consist of a wide range of techniques including; education and reassurance, an individualised exercise program, cognitive therapies, manual therapies, taping and stretching.
THE AF WAY
What drives
our mission
At AF Physiotherapy our goal is to help you reach your full potential. Our physiotherapists are experts in assessing and diagnosing your pain experience, then getting you pain free in the shortest amount of time possible.
- What’s going on
- Advise you on what we can do for you
- How long this will take to get back to what’s meaningful to you
- What strategies you can use for yourself
During your one-on-one consultations, treatments may consist of a wide range of techniques including; education and reassurance, an individualised exercise program, cognitive therapies, manual therapies, taping and stretching.
MEET THE OWNER
Faz Shirazi
.
As the owner & head physiotherapist, Faz’s passion for connecting with people drives his work as a physiotherapist in Hurlstone Park. With nearly a decade of experience, he brings a deep understanding of human nature and a commitment to promoting health, fitness, and rehabilitation in the local community.
Faz has successfully treated individuals with a variety of conditions, recognising that everyone’s journey to better health is unique. His empathetic and modern approach has earned him the trust and loyalty of his clients and peers respectively.
During his three years with the South Sydney Rabbitohs (NRL), Faz honed his skills by managing sports-related injuries for elite athletes, further enhancing his expertise in handling both acute and persistent conditions.
Accreditations
Masters in Physiotherapy UTS 2020
Bachelor in Health Sciences Usyd 2018
Diploma in Health & Fitness Tafe-NSW 2013
Diploma in Sports & Remedial Massage Tafe-NSW 2014
Strength and Conditioning Level 1 ASCA 2022
Active Release Therapy certified ART 2015
MEET THE OWNER
Faz Shirazi
As the owner & head physiotherapist, Faz’s passion for connecting with people drives his work as a physiotherapist in Hurlstone Park. With nearly a decade of experience, he brings a deep understanding of human nature and a commitment to promoting health, fitness, and rehabilitation in the local community.
Faz has successfully treated individuals with a variety of conditions, recognising that everyone’s journey to better health is unique. His empathetic and modern approach has earned him the trust and loyalty of his clients and peers respectively.
During his three years with the South Sydney Rabbitohs (NRL), Faz honed his skills by managing sports-related injuries for elite athletes, further enhancing his expertise in handling both acute and persistent conditions.
Accreditations
Masters in Physiotherapy UTS 2020
Bachelor in Health Sciences Usyd 2018
Diploma in Health & Fitness Tafe-NSW 2013
Diploma in Sports & Remedial Massage Tafe-NSW 2014
Strength and Conditioning Level 1 ASCA 2022
Active Release Therapy certified ART 2015
OUR ETHOS
Biopsychosocial
approach
.
The biopsychosocial model acknowledges the patient as a whole person, which encapsulates their social, cultural, and environmental context that shapes an individual’s response to illness.
The Biopsychosocial model was first conceptualised by George Engel in 1977, suggesting that to understand a person’s medical condition it is not simply the biological factors to consider, but also the psychological and social factors.
The Three Components
- Bio: physiological pathology
- Psycho: thoughts emotions and behaviours such as psychological distress, fear/avoidance beliefs, current coping methods, and attribution
- Social: socio-economical, socio-environmental, and cultural factors such as work issues, family circumstances, and benefits/economics
OUR ETHOS
Biopsychosocial
approach
The biopsychosocial model acknowledges the patient as a whole person, which encapsulates their social, cultural, and environmental context that shapes an individual’s response to illness.
The Biopsychosocial model was first conceptualised by George Engel in 1977, suggesting that to understand a person’s medical condition it is not simply the biological factors to consider, but also the psychological and social factors.
The Three Components
- Bio: physiological pathology
- Psycho: thoughts emotions and behaviours such as psychological distress, fear/avoidance beliefs, current coping methods, and attribution
- Social: socio-economical, socio-environmental, and cultural factors such as work issues, family circumstances, and benefits/economics
THE HOW
Implementing
a biopsychosocial approach
.
The use of the biopsychosocial model as a clinical practice guide in physiotherapy allows our physiotherapists to be aware of all the factors that influence the patient’s state of health.
Using issues of persistent pain as an example, your physiotherapist will firstly focus on increasing your overall functional capacity. This typically involves increasing strength, mobility, and endurance while decreasing stress, anxiety, and/or pain. Depending on the type of condition, duration of symptoms, and patient-specific circumstances, different levels of care can be selected to treat your persistent pain experience.
Most patients who experience an injury or trauma, experience a good outcome following treatment. However, sometimes psychological and social factors interact with your physical dysfunction. This requires a more in-depth rehabilitation process to restore your full function. Clinicians at AF Physiotherapy have the knowledge and tools to help you throughout your journey.
THE HOW
Implementing
a biopsychosocial approach
The use of the biopsychosocial model as a clinical practice guide in physiotherapy allows our physiotherapists to be aware of all the factors that influence the patient’s state of health.
Using issues of persistent pain as an example, your physiotherapist will firstly focus on increasing your overall functional capacity. This typically involves increasing strength, mobility, and endurance while decreasing stress, anxiety, and/or pain. Depending on the type of condition, duration of symptoms, and patient-specific circumstances, different levels of care can be selected to treat your persistent pain experience.
Most patients who experience an injury or trauma, experience a good outcome following treatment. However, sometimes psychological and social factors interact with your physical dysfunction. This requires a more in-depth rehabilitation process to restore your full function. Clinicians at AF Physiotherapy have the knowledge and tools to help you throughout your journey.