Hernan Pavez Zapata

Hernan Pavez Zapata graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelors in Exercise Science and Masters in Exercise Physiology before completing a Masters in Physiotherapy at La Trobe University.

During University Hernan studied a variety of health-related fields including human anatomy, nutritional sciences and biomechanics. He also has clinical experience working with athletes in Hernan developed a passion for hand therapy during his final year at University after breaking his wrist when doing Olympic Weightlifting.

He consulted with Action Rehab to allow him to return to and exceed his pre-injury lifts. Seeing the high level of knowledge and skill in the Action Rehab team, he was inspired to specialise in upper limb rehabilitation Hernan believes his passion for hand therapy grew from his personal experience with his own rehabilitation as well as in the sport of Bouldering where he has grown his interest in hand rehabilitation.

Hernan strives to help patients return to their pre-injury level, whether that be work, sport or anything that is important to them. Hernan particularly enjoys staying up to date with the latest in hand therapy research and developing tailored rehabilitation programs for his patients.

Outside of work you’ll find Hernan in the gym, bouldering, running or skatejoring with his dog Ollie the Border Collie. Luckily for Action Rehab, Hernan now dedicates his time supporting people to overcome their upper limb injuries.