Currently at Pindari, the principal and sole practitioner is Michael Dufty, Bach.Appl.Sc(Physiotherapy). 

Having graduated from the University of Sydney in 1993, Michael has vast experience in the public and private sectors of physiotherapy.  Michael is also a registered member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).

Michael has worked as a general physiotherapist in a variety of private clinics both in Sydney and abroad in the UK, as well as an orthopaedic clinician at both Canterbury and St George Hospitals.  This included a role as Senior Hydrotherapist at the St George Hydrotherapy Pool.

Michael also has extensive experience in sports physiotherapy, having worked in the NRL with the Illawarra Steelers in 1999, and most notably as physiotherapist to the NRL Referees for 5 years from 2002 to 2006.  The highlights of which were appointments as Head Trainer for the 2004 and 2005 Grand Finals, as well as State of Origin fixtures.

Michael has also enjoyed stints as a physiotherapist and sponsor to local sports teams such as Forest Rangers Premier League, Mortdale Heights Cricket Club, and Grandviews Bowling Club.  Additionally his stint at Brighton Sports Injury Clinic in the UK in 1997/98 complemented a role with Sussex County Cricket in the English Competiton.

As part of Pindari Physiotherapy, Michael has also enjoyed a close working relationship with Peakhurst Touch and Penshurst Youth Cricket Club, of which we are also a proud current sponsor.

Michael's personal sports interests include rugby league, cricket, football, touch and golf.

Michael is primarily a manual therapist.  He specialises in deep soft tissue releases and massage, and has a strong emphasis on stretching and strengthening the body to correct and maintain anatomical alignment.

To complement his manual techniques, Michael has designed several exercise programs for the client to maintain and improve their musculoskeletal health.  Indeed he has also designed this website to enable his clients to easily access these programs through Client Resources.

To achieve the best results, he aims for maximum one on one treatment time, and subsequently appointments are made at 40 minute intervals, not 20 or 30.

Minimal electrotherapy is used, unless indicated in acute injuries where ultrasound or interferential may assist in healing damaged tissue.

Michael's philosophy is total commitment to helping you achieve your goals.  So whether you need an emphasis on manual therapy, exercise programs, or referral onto other health professionals, you can be sure that "customer service" is the priority at Pindari Physiotherapy.