Kirstie Tyson is the principal physiotherapist at SurfEdge Physiotherapy, and has a passion for sports physiotherapy and a commitment to working closely with patients to guide them through their recovery. With over 22 years in elite sport, including 15 years as a physiotherapist, Kirstie has worked with a diverse range of athletes, including professional dancers, acrobats, surf life savers and teams in sailing, softball, marathon, triathlon, and cricket. Kirstie holds degrees in Sport and Exercise Science (UniSC), and a Doctor of Physiotherapy (Bond).

Kirstie takes a meticulous, data-driven approach to physiotherapy, ensuring thorough assessments and accurate diagnoses. She strongly believes that “if you aren’t measuring when assessing, you’re guessing,” and integrates hands-on techniques with tailored exercises to help patients recover and build strength. While based on the Sunshine Coast, Kirstie has worked in Brisbane and Melbourne, building strong relationships with many specialists, doctors, and sports teams to ensure the best outcomes for her patients.

Her areas of expertise include lower limb injury rehabilitation, particularly knee injuries and ACL-specific rehab. She has presented research at national and international conferences on ACL injury management, and has undergone advanced training in areas such as concussion management, vertigo management, headache and migraine management, dry needling and western acupuncture, advanced shoulder and hip injury management, brain endurance training, sports vision assessment, neuroperformance training and strength and conditioning. Outside of work, Kirstie enjoys an active lifestyle, regularly participating in sailing, surf lifesaving, and other outdoor activities. On weekends, she can often be found volunteering at Alexandra Headland surf club, spending time with her family and dog at the beach, or staying fit through gym training, walking, and swimming.

Kirstie is available Tuesdays and Every second Thursday at Ninox Chancellor Park.