Meet the Team at Acland Street Physio

Most people do not wake up thinking, “I would love to see a physio today.”
Usually, something has gone wrong.

​A knee has started complaining on runs. A back has decided sitting is now a full-contact sport. A shoulder refuses to behave at the gym. Ski season is coming and the body is not quite on board. Tennis, football, Pilates, work, parenting, sleep — something is harder than it should be.

That is where we come in.

At Acland Street Physio, we help people in St Kilda and surrounding suburbs move better, feel stronger and get back to doing the things they actually enjoy.

Whether you are a runner, skier, desk worker, new parent, weekend warrior, gym-goer, junior athlete, dancer, footballer, tennis player or someone who simply wants their body to stop being so dramatic — our team is here to help.

A Team Built Around People, Not Just Body Parts

Acland Street Physio is a boutique physiotherapy clinic in the heart of St Kilda, with a team experienced across sports physiotherapy, running injuries, musculoskeletal care, women’s health, Clinical Pilates, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation.

But we are not just a list of services.

We are a team of physios who like solving problems properly.

We listen. We assess. We explain things clearly. We use hands-on treatment when it helps. We build practical rehab plans that fit real life. We try to make recovery feel less confusing, less overwhelming and — when possible — slightly less boring.

Because good physio should not feel like being handed a generic sheet of exercises and sent into the wilderness.

It should feel like someone has actually understood what is going on and knows how to help you move forward.

Experience, Training and Care You Can Trust

Behind the friendly clinic feel is a team with strong clinical experience, postgraduate qualifications and advanced training across different areas of physiotherapy.

Our clinicians bring together backgrounds in sports physiotherapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, women’s health, exercise physiology, kinesiology, Clinical Pilates, strength and conditioning, running coaching, the McKenzie Method and the Mulligan Manual Therapy Concept.

That mix matters.

A runner with Achilles pain does not need the same plan as someone recovering from surgery. A new mother with pelvic pain does not need the same approach as a footballer returning from a hamstring injury. A desk worker with neck pain may need something different again — and possibly fewer hours hunched over a laptop pretending posture does not matter.

At Acland Street Physio, we look at the person, the injury, the sport, the lifestyle, the goals and the bigger picture.
Then we build a plan that actually makes sense.

Meet the Team

Barry Nguyen

Principal Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Clinical Mentor

Barry founded Acland Street Physio with a clear idea: create a clinic where patients receive thoughtful, experienced and genuinely personalised care.

Barry holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne and has over 20 years of clinical experience in sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. He is also an Athletics Australia accredited Running Coach.

He has a particular interest in running injuries, sports injuries, skiing injuries, tennis injuries, lower back pain, tendon rehabilitation and long-term performance.

Barry’s approach is direct, practical and focused on helping people return to what they love — not just feel better for a few days and hope for the best.

Michael Lee

Independent Senior Physiotherapist

Michael brings a calm, experienced and exercise-focused approach to physiotherapy.

He holds a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Queensland and a Bachelor of Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology from the University of British Columbia.

With his background in exercise physiology, kinesiology and rehab, Michael understands how movement, strength and confidence all fit together.

He has a special interest in musculoskeletal injuries, Clinical Pilates, strength and conditioning, neck pain, shoulder rehabilitation, back pain, lower limb injuries and sports rehabilitation.

Michael is the kind of physio who helps people rebuild properly — step by step, without the panic, guesswork or random YouTube exercises.

He is also an expert at Clinical Pilates and Dry Needling treatments. 

Frederique Labelle

Women’s Health, Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist

Frederique brings a unique blend of women’s health, sports rehabilitation and musculoskeletal physiotherapy.

She is a Sports, Musculoskeletal and Women’s Health Physiotherapist, as well as a Certified Athletic Therapist. Frederique holds a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Bond University, where she graduated with Dean’s List Honours.

Her areas of interest include women’s health, pelvic health, sports injuries, lower limb rehabilitation, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain and return-to-sport care.

Frederique’s approach is supportive, thorough and empowering. She helps patients feel heard, understood and guided — especially when the issue is complex, sensitive or has been brushed off elsewhere.

James Le

Sports Physiotherapist and Strength & Conditioning Coach

James understands what it means to train, compete, get injured and work your way back.

He holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy from La Trobe University and is an Athletics Australia accredited Running Coach. He also has a strong clinical interest in sports and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, especially lower limb and running-related conditions.

With a background in sport and performance, James brings a practical understanding of training demands, rehab progressions and return-to-sport planning.

He is also the Team Physiotherapist at Old Melburnians Soccer Club, giving him first-hand experience with athletes, injuries and those classic “Can I play this weekend?” conversations.

Ivan Leung

Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, Clinical Pilates Instructor
Ivan brings a strong clinical foundation, developed through hospital-based experience in Hong Kong, combined with a passion for active rehabilitation.

He has four years of clinical experience and additional training in the McKenzie Method and Mulligan Manual Therapy Concept. He is currently advancing his expertise through the Master of Sports Medicine at the University of Melbourne.

Ivan has a particular interest in lower back pain, neck pain, shoulder injuries, tennis elbow, chronic pain, post-operative rehabilitation, running biomechanics, racket sport injuries and Clinical Pilates.

He combines hands-on treatment, Clinical Pilates and structured exercise rehabilitation to help people move better, reduce pain and build long-term confidence.

Ivan is also the Team Physiotherapist for Brunswick Football Club’s Under 19s and is fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin.

What We Help With

Our team can support you with:
Sports injuries
Running injuries
Back and neck pain
Headaches
Shoulder, elbow and wrist pain
Hip, knee, ankle and foot injuries
Women’s health concerns
Pregnancy-related pain
Clinical Pilates rehabilitation
Post-operative rehabilitation
Strength and conditioning
Persistent pain
Return-to-sport planning

Basically, if something hurts, feels weak, will not move properly, keeps coming back, or is stopping you from doing the things you care about — we can help you work out what is going on and what to do next.

Why Acland Street Physio?

Because we are small enough to know your story, but experienced enough to manage complex injuries.

We are not a high-volume clinic built around rushing people in and out. We are a team that values proper assessment, clear communication and long-term outcomes.

Our qualifications matter — but only because they help us serve patients better.

They help us assess more thoroughly, explain more clearly, treat more confidently and design better rehabilitation plans.

Whether you are trying to return to running, get through a workday without pain, recover after surgery, rebuild strength, manage a women’s health concern, prepare for ski season, or simply feel more confident in your body again — we are here to help.

At Acland Street Physio, our goal is simple:

To help you move better, feel stronger and get back to doing what you love.

Book With Our Team

If you are looking for a physiotherapist in St Kilda, our team would love to help.

Book an appointment with Acland Street Physio and take the next step in your recovery.

Your body does not need to be perfect.

It just needs the right plan.