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Matthew Hocking is a Lecturer in the Master of Physiotherapy program at Flinders University, specializing in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and clinical education at the Bedford Park campus. He serves as Clinical Educator in Flinders' Health2GO Clinic and coordinates key topics including Musculoskeletal Practice 1 (PHYT8001) and Clinical Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Biomechanics (PHYT2003).
His educational background includes:
- Master of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement and Health Studies) with Honours
Hocking's research focuses on musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries, with particular emphasis on adolescent athletes, persistent pain mechanisms, and evidence-based patient education. He integrates clinical reasoning and interprofessional practice frameworks to develop patient-centered rehabilitation approaches, especially in Australian Rules Football talent pathways.
His professional recognition includes:
- University of South Australia Medal (2012)
As an educator, he teaches across multiple physiotherapy courses including Professional Practices in Health Systems, Complex Case Management, and advanced Musculoskeletal Practice. His clinical supervision in the Health2GO Clinic bridges academic theory with community-based patient care, emphasizing exercise rehabilitation and pain neuroscience education. Hocking maintains active clinical experience from private and public practice settings in Australia and England.
He contributes to Flinders' Health2GO Clinic as a core teaching facility where students gain hands-on experience in musculoskeletal assessment and management under his supervision.
