Jess McDonald

Jessica McDonald

– Physiotherapist, Bundall, Gold Coast, QLD

To enquire regarding an appointment, please call Sorrento Clinic on 07 5655 6361 or email Jessica.mcdonald@corehealthcare.com.au.

Are you struggling with pain, recovering from an injury, or looking to enhance your physical performance? Meet Jessica McDonald, a highly skilled and experienced APA Titled Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, dedicated to helping you move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

With over 10 years of experience, Jessica has worked with elite athletes, orthopaedic surgeons, and everyday individuals striving for recovery and peak physical health. She holds a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Master of Physiotherapy and furthered her expertise with postgraduate studies in Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy at Griffith University.

Jessica has extensive experience working with elite athletes, both domestically and internationally. She has provided physiotherapy support for basketball, soccer, AFL, rugby, cricket, and was the physiotherapist for the Australian Olympic Kayaking team, assisting them on their journey to Tokyo 2020. She specializes in treating shoulder injuries, neck and lower back pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, chronic pain conditions, and sports injury management.

Her knowledge extends beyond sports injuries to specialized rehabilitation and pain management. She also offers advanced acupuncture and dry needling for all injuries, as well as migraines, jaw pain, and nerve pain.

Jessica is a sessional staff member at Griffith University, where she supervises Physiotherapy students as a clinical educator, helping to shape the next generation of physiotherapists.

Primarily located at Core Health Care Bundall, Jessica has recently returned from maternity leave and is also available for consultations at Sorrento, Southport – Spine Centre, and Mermaid Beach. She combines her passion for physiotherapy with her background as an elite gymnast and love for CrossFit, giving her a deep understanding of movement, strength, and athletic performance.

Take control of your recovery and performance today with expert physiotherapy care tailored to your goals.