Mark Macdonald

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Physiotherapist and Clinic Owner

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Join date: Jan 4, 2022

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Mark Macdonald is the Owner and Principal Physiotherapist at Winston Hills Physiotherapy Centre in Sydney’s Hills District. Since graduating from the University of Sydney in 1998, Mark has built extensive experience in sports physiotherapy, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, chronic pain management and performance-based physiotherapy.

With extensive experience treating athletes, active individuals and everyday patients, Mark is known for combining hands-on physiotherapy treatment with evidence-based rehabilitation programs designed to achieve long-term results — not just short-term pain relief.

Mark has a particular interest in:

Sports injury rehabilitation
Knee pain and lower back pain
Running and football injuries
Golf physiotherapy and swing-related injuries
Strength and conditioning-based rehabilitation
Chronic pain management
Biomechanical assessment
Recovery optimisation and sleep health

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Jun 9, 2026 ∙ 2 min

5 Common Causes of Knee Pain We See at Winston Hills Physio

Knee pain affects people of all ages, from young athletes through to older adults wanting to stay active. While many people assume all knee pain is the same, there are actually several different conditions that can cause discomfort, stiffness, swelling, or difficulty moving. Here are five of the most common causes of knee pain we see at Winston Hills Physiotherapy Centre. 1. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee) Patellofemoral pain typically causes pain around or behind the kneecap....

Jun 5, 2026 ∙ 2 min

Why Your Knee Pain Isn't Getting Better (And What To Do About It)

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy. Whether you're an active golfer, a weekend runner, a gym enthusiast, or simply trying to keep up with everyday life, persistent knee pain can be frustrating. Many people expect knee pain to settle with rest, ice, or a few stretches. Unfortunately, that's often not enough. If your knee pain has been hanging around for weeks or months, there is usually an underlying reason why it isn't improving. Common Reasons Knee Pain...

May 4, 2026 ∙ 2 min

Preventing Lower Back Injuries in Golfers

Author: Mark Macdonald, BAppSc (Physiotherapy) Lower back pain is by far the most common ailment suffered by golfers of all ages. Based on data collected at TPI from over 31,000 golfers, 28.1% of all players deal with lower back pain after every round. Lower back pain is also the most common complaint seen amongst professional golfers on all tours (data suggest over 23% play with lower back pain). With golf though, the lower back is rarely the original cause of the pain. It might be the...