About
About Jo Venter
Jo has worked as a Biokineticist, Sports Scientist and Exercise Physiologist for the past 25 years, and specialises in lower back rehabilitation. Some of his areas of expertise include:
Clinical Treatments
In Australia, Jo has owned 3 successful Exercise Physiology businesses in NSW. These practices have allowed him to assist patients with a range of injuries and diversify his skillset to assist these patients whether they are from the Workers Compensation Scheme, DVA, Medicare, Private patients and many suffering from PTSD.
Post Surgery Rehabilitation
Jo worked alongside a leading Neurosurgeon, Dr Marc Coughlan, on the Central Coast, NSW. This opportunity allowed him to specialise in spinal rehabilitation and injury prevention. Jo gained insight into all spinal surgeries and injuries. With this comprehensive understanding he is better able to identify potential risks, help prevent injuries before they occur and optimise the rehabilitation outcomes.
Delivering Workplace Training
When working in South Africa, Jo managed and developed Wellness and Injury Prevention Programs in companies such as Mercedes Benz. Jo has also had extensive experience in delivering preventative and rehabilitation programs within the mining sector, helping the mining companies to reduce employee injuries and increase productivity.
Master Clinician
Master Clinician Jo Venter has achieved the highest level of clinical expertise, with Professor McGill's full confidence in his ability to assess pain mechanisms. He guides patients on how to eliminate the root cause of their pain and build a foundation for pain-free movement. As one of only 16 Master Clinicians with BackFitPro worldwide, Jo is the sole representative in Australia. Patients travel to see Jo from all across Australia, and in some cases he travels to south east Asia to treat patients.
PTSD Rehabilitation for First Responders
Jo works closely with psychologists and psychiatrists to offer a safe and professional environment in which individuals suffering from PTSD can get active. All rehabilitation programs are tailored to the individual's personal physical needs, taking previous and current injuries into consideration. This ensures they will have the best possible outcome and benefit for their health, fitness and mental wellbeing.
Formal Qualifications
BA, Human Movement Science. BA (Honours), Sports Science. BSc (Honours), Biokinetics. Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). McGill Master Clinician
Mr Venter is an excellent back pain clinician.
"He has studied with me for a number of years obtaining the designation "Master Clinician" in the McGill Method. He has an unwavering passion for helping people who are suffering needlessly. I can highly recommend him”
Stuart McGill, PhD
Distinguished Professor Emeritus
Get in touch
Jo offers in person consults in Kalamunda, mobile service, and virtual consults. The initial 10 minute call is complimentary.
What is the McGill method?
All back pain has a cause. Professor McGill dedicated 32 years to investigating how the spine works, the mechanisms of pain, and proven ways to eliminate pain and restore pain-free activity.
As seen on Huberman
Dr. Stuart McGill's very informative interview with Peter Attia MD
I can’t recommend him highly enough.
“I came to Jo in pain, limited in movement and weak. He has carefully guided me to pain free movement and a marked reduction in my sensory symptoms. I am now back to almost all of my pre-injury activities – stronger and moving better – without the need for back surgery. I can’t recommend him highly enough.”
Dr Mark Perrin
Cardiologist
Formal qualifications
BA, Human Movement Science. BA (Honours), Sports Science. BSc (Honours), Biokinetics. Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP). McGill Master Clinician
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