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My practice philosophy is rooted in a strong belief in impairment-based reasoning, integrated with a biopsychosocial approach to care. I advocate for the principles of regional interdependence and the interconnectedness of biomechanics and kinetic chain links, emphasising the importance of understanding these concepts for effective treatment. Education plays a crucial role in my practice, as I strive to enhance compliance and foster independence by empowering individuals with knowledge, particularly in pain management. I support controlled and planned load management as essential for both injury recovery and performance training, and I firmly believe in the value of holistic, patient-centred care. Additionally, I challenge the perspectives of those who rely solely on evidence-based practices without recognising the inherent limitations of the evidence base, and strive instead for a more comprehensive approach to healthcare.
Samuel Stewart has worked with Chinese Weightlifting for 7 years. Working with the Chinese National Weightlifting Team during both the Paris and Tokyo Olympic preparation cycles. This work has included coordinating treatment, rehabilitation, and training plans for athletes throughout the training and competition cycles, as well as domestic and international travel for team competitions and training camps.
He has also worked with the Beijing Weightlifting team at the Beijing Xiannongtan Sports Technology School for both the 2021 and 2025 Chinese National Games.
Prior to working in China, Samuel held multiple Physiotherapy roles in private practice, corporate health, home visits, private hospitals, indigenous community work, hydroptherapy, and sports teams. Including state women's Gridiron, club women's soccer, club men's football and cricket.
Samuel also coached athletes from junior to master's levels privately across a multitude of sports.
He has taught across multiple subjects within the Health Sciences at the University of South Australia. Teaching in various formats, conducting student examinations and supervising student placements.
Samuel is a Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist through the Australian Physiotherapy Association. As well as an Accredited Exercise Scientist through the Exercise and Sports Science Australia, a Level Two State Weightlifting/Sports Power Coach through the Australian Weightlifting Federation and a Level One Strength and Conditioning Coach through the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association.
He has a Master of Sports Medicine from the University of Melbourne. Along with a Master of Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement and Health Studies) from the University of South Australia.
Samuel is passionate about education and helping other professionals thrive. As well as aiding teams in developing coordinated systems that generate meaning, purpose, and cohesion to drive high-performance success.
Outside of work, he enjoys scuba diving when he gets the opportunity and was previously an avid obstacle course racer, though he has fewer opportunities to race now.
One of his favourite quotes remains "The Man Who Does Not Read Has No Advantage Over the Man Who Cannot Read" - Mark Twain
