
BRIDIE NICHOLSON
APA Titled Sports & Exercise Physiotherapist
Professional Education
- Master of Physiotherapy (Sports)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Team Involvement
- Brisbane Roar A-League Football
- ParaSTART Paralympic swimming development program
- Canadian Basketball
- Villanova College Lead Physiotherapist
Areas of Interest
- Concussion
- Shoulder injuries and post-operative rehabilitation
- Rugby and Football injuries
- Knee pain
About Bridie
Our Sports Physiotherapist Bridie Nicholson is a highly respected APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist based in Brisbane. With over seven years of experience, she has worked across various sports disciplines, providing expert care to athletes and individuals alike.
Professional Background
Education: Bride has completed her undergraduate Bachelor of Physiotherapy and continued her education with a Master of Physiotherapy (Sports). This gives her the accredited title of APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist.
Experience:
Head Physiotherapist for Brisbane Roar Women’s A-League Team (2021–2024)
Consultant for UQ ParaSTART Paralympic Swimming Development Program
Lead Physiotherapist for Villanova College Contact Sports
Clinical Educator and Anatomy Tutor at The University of Queensland
Experience with NHL players, Canadian Basketball, elite boxers, para-swimmers, and more
Areas of Expertise
Shoulder pain and post-operative rehabilitation
Knee and low back pain management
Sports injury prevention and rehabilitation
Adolescent injury management
Individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
Treatment Philosophy
As a Sports Physiotherpist Bridie Nicholson is passionate about delivering high-quality physiotherapy care to all individuals, not just professional athletes. She emphasizes patient-centered care, taking the time to understand each person’s unique needs and goals. Her approach involves collaborative treatment planning, ensuring that patients are active participants in their recovery journey
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional life, Bridie enjoys spending time at the beach, hiking, and chas recently competed at Hyrox Brisbane



