Movement& athleticoptimisation
Perth’s premier boutique health care practice for active individuals and athletes. Sports chiropractic, physiotherapy, exercise physiology, sports massage and lifestyle medicine.
The practice
We look after the whole person, not only the area that hurts. Prevention, rehabilitation and optimisation of how you move, designed around your life and your goals.
Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve optimal health, longevity and physical performance through personalised care and guidance, with long-term outcomes that support injury prevention and faster recovery.
What we do
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Assessment and treatment to prevent injury, rehabilitate it and get you moving well again, with a clear plan from the first visit.
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Exercise built around your capacity, rebuilding mobility, stability and strength before you return to full activity.
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Neuromusculoskeletal care for active people and athletes, focused on how you move rather than only where it hurts.
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Soft-tissue work to ease load, support recovery and keep your training on track.
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Sleep, stress, nutrition and daily habits, because lasting results depend on more than the session.
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Objective testing of movement, strength and capacity, so weak links are found before they become injuries.
Also: Sports injury rehabilitation · Dry needling · Movement optimisation · Performance care · Nutrition & supplementation · Virtual health · Mentorship
Move well.Then move further.
The team
Meet the practitioners behind Health and Performance Space.
Dr Michael Prößler
Titled Sports & Exercise Chiropractor
B.Sc. (Anat./Phys.), M.Sc. (Chiro), ICSC
Dr Michael Prößler is a Titled Sports & Exercise Chiropractor and the director of Health & Performance Space.
He is an expert in neuro-musculoskeletal health with a special interest in human performance and lifestyle medicine and is one of Australia’s leading athletic therapists.
He regularly consults with top performers from across different disciplines, including strength and power sports, combat sports, physique competitors, track and field, as well as first responders, business executives, and highly motivated individuals seeking to optimise their health and physical performance.
With 30 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, Michael can frequently be found sharing his knowledge at seminars and workshops and is a highly sought after mentor to health and fitness professionals.
Fun factWhen he’s not at work, he’s listening to podcasts at double speed.
“I have a strong belief that using a preventive approach to healthcare is the best way to achieve long-term health and vitality”
Vihang Iskande
Exercise Physiologist · Senior Strength & Conditioning Coach
B.Sc. (Ex.Sc), M.Sc. (Ex.Rehab.), AES, AEP
Vihang is an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP), exercise scientist (AES) and senior strength & conditioning coach at HPS. Vi has almost 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry with his forte in injury prevention and rehabilitation through strength training.
His adaptive training style coupled with his knowledge on functional anatomy and movement has seen him successfully rehabilitate his clients, helping them build the necessary long term resilience required prior to returning to the activities they love.
Fun factTrains for powerlifting, Olympic weightlifting and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in his spare time.
“Correcting movement dysfunctions and building optimal tissue resilience is the key to resolving common sports and training injuries”
Michael Gordon
Senior Physiotherapist
B.Sc. (Physio), APAM
Mike has 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry in Perth. As a senior physiotherapist, he has developed a reputation for his expertise in managing athletic injuries and his commitment to helping clients achieve their health and fitness goals.
He’s worked with a diverse range of clients, from dancers and gymnasts to strength athletes and martial artists. He has also got a special interest in chronic pain management and is no stranger to ACL and rotator cuff injuries – he’s seen his fair share!
Mike’s own experience with chronic pain fuels his passion for exercise and helping others achieve their health goals. He strongly emphasises lifestyle management and self-care as crucial components of the healing process. With his unwavering dedication to personalised care, you can rest assured that you will be in capable hands.
Fun factWhen not in clinic, Mike enjoys spending time with his wife and kids, working on cars, and training himself.
“Your health is an investment, not an expense”
Lawrence George
Remedial Massage Therapist
With a wealth of experience, Lawrence specialises in assisting athletes at various levels, including national powerlifters, Muay Thai fighters, jiu-jitsu practitioners, competitive dancers, and Australian Football players. Beyond sports, he extends his expertise to clients from diverse backgrounds, helping them alleviate daily discomfort and pain.
Employing a blend of deep tissue and trigger point therapy, along with techniques like PNF stretching, MET and dry needling, Lawrence’s treatments target specific areas of pain and surrounding tissues, facilitating the recovery process.
Clients can anticipate personalised care, comprising focused treatments and if necessary, corrective exercises to enhance overall well-being.
Fun factCompetes in armoured MMA.
“Motion is Lotion”
Kate Proessler
Client Care Coordinator
Meet Kate, our exceptional Client Care Coordinator at Health and Performance Space. With a background in business management and a passion for health and wellbeing, she is a valuable asset to our team.
Having recently completed her health science degree, Kate enjoys going to the gym, outdoor walks and has a special love for dogs. Her dedication and friendly demeanour make her an inspiring member of our staff.
In the past, Kate ran a busy personal training business, where she established herself as a qualified personal trainer and certified nutritional food coach.
Fun factWas a successful natural bodybuilding competitor.
“Empowering minds, transforming bodies”
Marie-Lucienne Richardson
Allied Health Assistant
Meet Lucie, our passionate Allied Health Assistant at Health and Performance Space.
A busy mum of four with a background in aged care, Lucie has channelled her love for fitness and health into a rewarding career. After completing her Allied Health Assistant Certificate, she is committed to supporting clients in achieving holistic wellness.
Lucie’s personal journey of overcoming personal challenges through prioritising health and fitness, drives her dedication to helping others. She has a deep love for training.
Fun factHas found her passion in Hyrox training, a sport that combines her strength, endurance, and competitive spirit.
“Transforming challenges into strength, one step at a time.”
The HPS approach
“It is our passion to design custom treatment and recovery strategies that will allow you to thrive and reach your full potential.”
Individualisation
Each case is different from another, therefore your client journey always begins with a thorough health and medical history, followed by a comprehensive neuromusculoskeletal and lifestyle examination.
Case management
Based on the objective findings of the initial evaluation, we will decide on the best course of action for you to reach your good outcome. At this stage a short care trial may be recommended or a referral to a more suitable health professional will be made if necessary.
Intervention
To achieve our clinical objectives and client goals, we do utilise a multitude of modalities to reach these outcomes. The aim here is to not only make you feel better but also to clear you from your pain & dysfunctions and move you one step closer to resuming full activities.
Integration
Prior to returning to full activities it is important to integrate the changes that have been achieved this far. Therefore, at this stage we will thoroughly evaluate your physical capacity, making sure that we have a good foundation of mobility, stability and strength.
Optimisation
This is where we discuss maintenance and preventive strategies for long term sustainability of your results. This step is vital in supporting a client in their further journey and will not only empower but provide a client with the necessary tools to be back in control of their health.
Education
Education empowers our HPS community to regain control of their long term health and wellbeing. Along their journey, we will teach them about the fundamental principles of human function and equip our clients with the necessary lifestyle interventions to succeed. We also offer in-house education and mentorships to health and fitness professionals.
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