Marianna Bernal Arteaga
Principal Physiotherapist/Director
Marianna is the owner of PrimeBody Physiotherapy. With more than 15 years of experience in both Australia and abroad, she is deeply committed to supporting the community through personalised, evidence-based care. Marianna is passionate about helping individuals recover and reach their goals by combining targeted treatments with tailored exercise programs.
She strongly advocates for early intervention and preventative approaches; yet is equally dedicated to managing and improving long-standing injuries with expertise.
She brings a rich and diverse background, having built her experience across a wide range of settings- including hospitals, community centers, private practices, not-for-profit organisations, occupational health centres and consultancy services.
Marianna has developed a keen interest in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, particularly post-operative recovery and autoimmune-related disorders.
Her approach to rehabilitation is grounded in Clinical Pilates, which she integrates as a core framework to support movement, build strength and enhance long-term outcomes
Postgraduate Courses
- McKenzie Level A Lumbar spine- McKenzie Institute
- Functional Capacity Assessment Certification (license OD0423324)- WorkHab
- Advanced Manual Therapy Associates: Treatment of the Pelvis and Lumbar Spine- Barbara Hungerford
- The complete shoulder- Jared Powell
- Occupational Health level 1- APA
- GLA:D (Good Living with Osteoarthritis: Denmark) certification
- Explain Pain and Graded Motor Imagery- Tim Cocks and David Butler NOIGroup
- APPI Matwork Pilates certification level 1-3 - AAPI Healthgroup
- APPI Reformer, Cadillac and Wunda chair certification level 1-3- AAPI Healthgroup
- Fundamental concepts in pain: The biopsychosocial experience of pain- APA
- Rehabilitation and Return to Work Coordinator course (RRWC)- WorkCover QLD
- Early screening to prevent progression of acute pain to chronic conditions- APA
- Shoulder Instability- APA
- Level 1 Dry Needling Course- GEMt
- Shoulder dislocation assessment and management- APA
- Pain management through the cancer journey- Mater Public Hospital/APA
- Functional Postural Habituation Certification- Bachmann Foundation
- Propioceptive Neurological Facilitation (PNF) level 1-2- Hampstead Hospital (SA)
- K-taping International Certification- K-taping Academy
- Graduate Diploma in Paediatric Neurology- Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara (MEX)
Katharine Duggan
Allied Health Admin Officer
Katharine is a born and raised Brighton resident, a skilled and experienced professional with a diverse background that encompasses various industries and roles.
She has recently joined the team to change her pace and enjoy a better work-life balance. When Katharine isn't working hard in the clinic, you'll find her in the kitchen baking or at a local coffee shop.
"Where clinical care meets active recovery"
It's a reflection of our philosophy. We go beyond diagnosis and passive care, taking an active role in your recovery journey. With personlaised treatment plans, we are committed to helping you rebuild your strength, restore well-being and reclaim your prime body
