About Us
Core Concussion Clinic, powered by Core Active Health, provides evidence-based concussion assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-activity care for athletes, students, and active individuals of all ages.
Our experienced physiotherapy team combines advanced concussion management strategies with extensive sports rehabilitation experience to support recovery from acute and persistent concussion symptoms.
We provide a comprehensive approach to concussion care, including multimodal baseline testing, cervical spine assessment and treatment, vestibular and balance rehabilitation, exercise-based rehabilitation, and structured return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways.
With a strong background supporting community sporting clubs, schools, and athletes across a wide range of sports, Core Concussion Clinic is passionate about helping individuals recover safely, confidently, and return to performing at their best.
733 Pennant Hills Road, Carlingford, NSW, AU
Concussion Services
Baseline Testing
Concussion Treatment
Return to Play/Work/Learn
Hours of Operation
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Clinicians:
- Kathleen Lau.PhysiotherapistBAppSc (Physio) Hons, M.HlthSc (ManipPhysio), M.HlthSc (SportPhysio), APAM, APA Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, APA Sport & Exercise PhysiotherapistAcupuncture/DryneedlingCognitive AssessmentCognitive RehabExercise RehabMyofascial ReleaseNeck RehabNeuropsychological AssessmentVestibular RehabKathleen is a Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 25 years of clinical experience working across private practice, hospital settings, and sporting environments. She has extensive experience in managing complex musculoskeletal conditions and sporting injuries, with a strong focus on rehabilitation, recovery, and helping individuals return to the activities they love. Kathleen takes an evidence-based and individualised approach to concussion care, guiding patients through assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways. As Director of Core Active Health in Sydney, she is passionate about providing high-quality care that helps people move confidently and achieve their health and performance goals.
- Jason Lee.PhysiotherapistBSpExSc, MPhysio, APAMAcupuncture/DryneedlingCognitive AssessmentCognitive RehabExercise RehabMyofascial ReleaseNeck RehabNeuropsychological AssessmentVestibular RehabJason is a Physiotherapist with a background in Sport and Exercise Science and a strong interest in sports injury rehabilitation, performance, and return-to-sport management. He works with athletes across a range of sports, including his role as Physiotherapist for the Pennant Hills Demons Australian Rules Football Club. Jason has a particular interest in objective testing and using data to guide rehabilitation and performance outcomes. Jason takes an evidence-based approach to concussion care, supporting patients through assessment, rehabilitation, concussion testing, and safe return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways. He is passionate about helping individuals recover effectively and return confidently to their best.
- Lauren Cain.PhysiotherapistBAppSc (Physio), MSportsPhysio, APAM, Director - Core Active Health, Adjunct Clinical Supervisor, Honorary Clinical Lecturer, APA Sports & Exercise PhysiotherapistAcupuncture/DryneedlingCognitive AssessmentCognitive RehabExercise RehabMyofascial ReleaseNeck ManipulationNeck RehabNeuropsychological AssessmentVestibular RehabLauren is a Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience working with athletes and active individuals across community, competitive, and high-performance sporting environments. She has extensive experience in AFL and field sports, including her role working with premier division athletes, with a strong focus on concussion management, safe return to sport, and performance-based rehabilitation. Lauren takes an evidence-based and individualised approach to concussion care, guiding children, adolescents, and adults through assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways. As Director of Core Active Health, Lauren is passionate about leading a team that provides high-quality care to help people move confidently and perform at their best.
- Betty Zhang.PhysiotherapistBExSpSc, MPhysio, APAMBetty is a Physiotherapist with a background in Exercise and Sport Science and experience working with athletes across a wide range of sports. She has worked with AFL, soccer, basketball, rugby, netball, gymnastics, and running athletes, with a strong focus on injury rehabilitation, exercise-based management, and helping individuals return to performance. Betty takes an evidence-based and individualised approach to concussion care, supporting patients through assessment, rehabilitation, and return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways. She is passionate about empowering patients with the knowledge and confidence to achieve their goals and return to the activities they enjoy. TREATMENT SERVICES: Acupuncture/ Dry Needling, Cognitive Assessment, Exercise Rehab, Myofascial Release, Neck Rehab, Neuropsychological Assessment, Vestibular Rehab, Cognitive Rehab
- Jorden Pavlovski.PhysiotherapistBHumSc, MPhysio, APAMJorden is a Physiotherapist with a background in Human Science and experience working with athletes across AFL, swimming, athletics, netball, and basketball. Drawing on his own experience as a national-level swimmer and coach, Jorden understands the demands of sport and the importance of structured rehabilitation. Jorden takes an evidence-based approach to concussion care, supporting patients through assessment, rehabilitation, and safe return-to-school, work, exercise, and sport pathways. He is passionate about working collaboratively with patients to help them recover and return confidently to the activities that matter most. TREATMENT SERVICES: Acupuncture/ Dry Needling, Cognitive Assessment, Exercise Rehab, Myofascial Release, Neck Rehab, Neuropsychological Assessment, Vestibular Rehab, Cognitive Rehab
