Luke: Founder & Managing Director of The Biomechanics and The Knowledge Exchange, Senior Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Sports Scientist

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About Luke

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Luke Postlethwaite is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, educator, and the founding director of The Biomechanics, a progressive allied health clinic delivering person-centred, evidence-informed rehabilitation across Melbourne. He is also the founding director of The Knowledge Exchange, a professional development platform for clinicians offering courses grounded in contemporary pain science and biopsychosocial care.

Luke works with a wide range of people from everyday movers and NDIS participants to national-level endurance athletes and world record holders in cycling and triathlon. With a strong background in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, pain science, and strength and conditioning, he’s known for his clear communication, thoughtful programming, and practical approach to complex problems.

Luke is a teaching fellow at Deakin University, where he teaches anatomy, and at Victoria University, where he authored and lectures in the Pain Science unit as part of the postgraduate exercise physiology program. He also presents regularly at national and international conferences and is part of Pain Revolution, a not-for-profit organisation bringing cutting-edge pain education to rural and regional Australia.

He sits on the Pain Advisory Committee for ESSA and is currently developing a musculoskeletal rehabilitation course in partnership with ESSA to support clinicians delivering modern, ethical, and effective care.

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Specialties:

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✔️ Musculoskeletal pain (back, neck, shoulder, etc.)
✔️ Athlete rehab and performance (cycling, running, endurance sport)
✔️ Professional bike fitting and return to training
✔️ Persistent pain and nervous system sensitisation
✔️ NDIS support and long-term rehabilitation

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Qualifications:

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• Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
• Accredited Exercise Physiologist (ESSA)
• Founding Director of The Biomechanics
• Founding Director of The Knowledge Exchange
• Teaching Fellow at Deakin University and Victoria University

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Additional Training:

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• McKenzie Method (Parts A–D)
• Mulligan Concept (Upper and Lower Quadrants)
• Dry Needling and Cupping
• NOI Explain Pain
• Motivational Interviewing in MSK Rehab
• Strength and Conditioning for Rehab and Performance

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Why Work With Luke?

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✔️ Clinical expertise grounded in evidence and empathy
✔️ Deep experience with pain science and long-term rehab
✔️ Athlete-focused care that balances performance and sustainability
✔️ Honest, real-world support with no one-size-fits-all answers

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Book with Luke today to rethink pain, move with purpose, and build confidence in your body.