Dr Kane Fraser - Chiropractor/Podiatrist
After running multiple successful clinics in the country Kane Fraser moved back to Melbourne in 2022 and took over Chiropractic Helps, now operating as Kew Chiropractic.
Kane’s chiropractic journey began when he was a teenage athlete. After a poor performance at an event due to lower back and leg pain, Dr. Fraser (Chiropractor & Podiatrist) had his first consultation with his local chiropractor. After nearly immediate pain relief and resultant improvement in performance Kane realised the benefits of chiropractic. Having played every sport as a child and being an AFL footballer (Hawthorn/Sydney), Dr. Kane Fraser (Chiropractor & Podiatrist) has had the opportunity to work with some of the elite practitioners in the industry, allowing him to gain valuable knowledge to pass on to his patients.
With over 20 years of clinical experience as a Chiropractor, Kane utilizes many treatment modalities, including massage, dry needling, trigger point therapy, activator and blocks to treat the cause of the pain or condition.
Kane Fraser has a special interest in gait analysis of the pelvis and lower limb. So much so that he went back to university and is also a qualified podiatrist in Kew these days too.
Education
Kane Fraser graduated from RMIT University as a Chiropractor and completed his post graduate studies in Podiatry
Career
Kane Fraser established multiple clinics in the country and has recently established Kew Chiropractic Clinic
Professional Achievements
- Professional footballer for Hawthorn/Sydney
- Chiropractor at Splendor in the Grass and Bluesfest
- Ironman Triathlete
- Cyclist A Grade in Europe
Therapist Qualifications
- Bachelor in Sport Science
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science)
- Bachelor of Chiropractic Science
- Postgraduate in Podiatry
Dr Peter Ganakas - Chiropractor
Dr. Peter Ganakas has over 15 years of experience working in the healthcare industry. During his studies and after graduating in 2004, Peter worked with Victorian Soccer Teams, spending over a decade as the Chiropractor and Head Medical Staff for several sporting clubs. In addition to treating athletes, Peter has also been the emergency chiropractor for entertainers performing in Melbourne while on tour.
Peter isn’t just your traditional Chiropractor. In addition to spinal manipulation, he uses soft tissue techniques and trigger point dry needling to alleviate surrounding muscle/fascial tension and prescribes exercises and nutritional support to strengthen and restore function.
Peter has a special interest in low back, hip and pelvic conditions. He has helped many patients with conditions related to this area but strongly believes it is just as important to recognise conditions that need to be referred for alternative or surgical intervention.
Education
Peter graduated from RMIT University as a Chiropractor with special interests in sporting injuries. Peter completed his certification as a sports trainer and massage therapist while at university and was able to gain invaluable experience working with sporting teams.
Career
Peter started private practice as soon as he completed his university degree in Prahran. After having two beautiful girls, Peter decided to practice closer to home and joint the team at Kew Chiropractic.
Professional Achievements
- South Melbourne Soccer Club (2006)
- Whittlesea Stallions SC (2001-2003)
- North Coburg Football Club (2000)
- Fawkner SC (2004)
- Kingston SC (2005)
- U14 VIC State Soccer Team (2002)
- U15 VIC State Soccer Team (2003)
Entertainer involvement while on tour in Melbourne:
- Nikelback (2009 & 2011)
- Rihanna (2012)
- Five Seconds Of Summer (2013)
- John Cleese (2014)
- Post Malone (2019)
Therapist Qualifications
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Clinical Science)/Bachelor of Chiropractic Science (RMIT University)
- Trigger Point Dry Needling- Pain management & Sports injuries (GEMT)
- Certificate in Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (ACNEM)
Malvern Chicksen - Massage Therapist
As a retired ultra marathon runner, Mal understand the need for muscle therapy and has over 20 years experience treating as a massage therapist.
Mal follows the philosophy that therapy is most successful when people are treated as whole human beings, not as individual parts, and his work is focused on finding and treating the root causes. His own personal injuries from ultra-distance running have given him an understanding of issues such as stress and over-use related injuries. He is proficient in deep tissue and sports massage, as well as manual lymphatic drainage and clinical massage.
Education
- Malvern completed his remedial Massage Diploma at MMIT
Career
- Remedial massage therapist at multiple medical clinics
- member of a team of therapists at the International Soccer Sevens
- Principal massage therapist for Cirque du Soleil when they performed in Hong Kong
Running achievements
- 250km Sahara Sand Marathon
- 160km Rockies Colorado
- Several Oxfam 100km trail walker in Hong Kong
Therapist Qualifications
- Diploma in Remedial Massage