Get to know our dedicated staff

  • Dr. Rodney Rowe - Sports/Structural Osteopath DIRECTOR/OWNER

    Dr Rodney Rowe Director/Owner of East St Kilda Sports & Spinal Clinic is an osteopath, rehabilitation consultant, sports and massage therapist who has a diverse practice background. Rodney has a Bachelor of Clinical Sciences in Osteopathy and a Master of Health Science (Osteopathy).

    He has been a qualified osteopath and massage therapist for fifteen years. Rodney has a special interest in using a wide range of treatment modalities in the care of musculo-skeletal conditions, and takes a holistic approach to the treatment of his patients. He was previously registered with Sports Medicine Australia, and previously worked for Sandringham Dragons in the Victorian State Football League and for Old Brighton Grammarians at A Grade Amateur level. Rodney also lectures at University.

    Rodney Rowe has traveled the world extensively as an osteopath. He has worked at the prestigious 'Island Sports Medicine Centre' in Guernsey as well as in 'The Orchard Road Clinic' in Singapore. Dr Rodney Rowe is currently qualified in Osteopathy, Pilates, Massage, Dry Needling (acupuncture) and expert Rehabilitation.

    Rodney is a member of the Australian Osteopathic Association.

  • Dr Luke Dewberry - Osteopath

    Luke Dewberry is a qualified and registered Osteopath with a keen interest in sports and exercise rehabilitation. Luke utilises a variety of hands-on treatment techniques, as well as dry needling, myofascial cupping and taping in an evidence-based manner to achieve optimal results.

    Having worked as a fitness professional for nearly ten years, Luke has a strong focus on exercise prescription, as well as activity and behavioural modification to both assist recovery and injury prevention. He has completed post-graduate training in several of his treatment techniques, and has a bachelor's degree in Psychology incorporating elements of sports psychology, and draws on these experiences to treat each patient as a unique person needing a unique strategy towards better health.

    When not in the clinic, Luke conducts personal training sessions, small groups for strength and conditioning and self-myofascial release classes as owner/director of Evidence Based Health and Performance. He also competes at an elite level in squash, and likes to get outdoors and in the gym during his free time.