Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2007)
Kevin Sims
Kevin Sims is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian College of Physiotherapists in 2007), a Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist and holds a PhD in physiotherapy. He has spent over 20 years at the forefront of elite Australian sport. His extensive career includes serving as the National Physiotherapy Manager for Tennis Australia and the Case and Rehabilitation Manager for Cricket Australia. Kevin has provided workload guidance and clinical care to National and State teams through numerous Test matches, One-day series, and World Cups.
Kevin has a strong clinical interest in diagnosing and managing complex injuries of the lower limb, with a particular focus on hip pain, groin injuries, and lumbar spine bone stress injuries. His work in the elite cricket environment has also cultivated a specialised skillset in management and rehabilitation throwing-related injuries of the shoulder and elbow, as well as managing the unique rehabilitation needs of adolescent athletes.
Beyond the clinic, Kevin is a dedicated researcher and educator. He has taught postgraduate physiotherapy at the University of Queensland for over 30 years. As a published researcher and book chapter author, Kevin’s work on hip dysfunction and lumbar stress fractures ensures his patients receive care informed by the highest levels of evidence.
Kevin Sims Clinical Areas of Interest
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Rugby
- Lumbar bone stress injuries
- Stress fractures
- Hip pain
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
- Shoulder pain associated with throwing
Kevin Sims Representative Team Experience:
- Tennis Australia (National Physiotherapy Manager)
- Cricket Australia (Case and Rehabilitation Manager)
- Queensland Cricket
Kevin is committed to supporting every patient, from elite athletes to active locals, understand their injury and as they work toward returning to the activities they love. When he’s not at work, he likes to play golf badly or can be found mountain biking through the Brisbane trails. He is currently on the verge of completing all the Great Walks of New Zealand and maintains that you can never go wrong with a Lamington
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Dealing with complex hip, groin, or lumbar spine pain? Book an appointment with Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Kevin Sims at our Bowen Hills clinic today.
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With clinics in Bowen Hills and Woolloongabba, QSMC delivers Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology services across Brisbane, helping patients recover from injury, improve movement, and achieve their health and performance goals.