Brendan is an experienced paediatric Physiotherapist, having spent over sixteen years working at the Royal Children’s Hospital, and another fourteen in private practice, treating children and adolescents with a range of conditions.

Brendan’s particular expertise is child and adolescent musculoskeletal issues such as back, knee and heel pain and sporting injuries, including children with persistent pain. Other interests include advising families on developmental issues like developmental delay (eg late to crawl or walk, frequent falls, clumsy child) and concerns such as plagiocephaly, flat feet, knock knees, and torticollis/wry neck. Children and adolescents requiring rehabilitation following trauma, fractures and surgery would also benefit from Brendan’s expertise and he also has experience with complex conditions such as scoliosis.

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B. (Physio) M. Clinical Physio (Continence and Women’s Health) MACP APA Titled Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapist (as awarded by the APA) Advanced Practice Physiotherapist Elise is a highly experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and Lecturer at The University of Melbourne. Elise has a particular interest and extensive experience in the areas of pregnancy and postnatal care, urogynaecology and obstetric perineal trauma. She has previously worked in hospital-based maternity, urogynaecology clinics and private sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy practices for more than 15 years, and has been involved in teaching and developing the educational curriculum for the Master of Physiotherapy (Pelvic Health), Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy) and Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Exercise and Women’s Health) and speciality content in the Doctor of Physiotherapy program at The University of Melbourne. Elise’s teaching, research and clinical interests include the conservative management of pelvic floor dysfunction, persistent pelvic pain, including Endometriosis, mastitis and the role of exercise in optimising health outcomes.

Faculty Positions Lecturer and Co-ordinator Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Programs, The University of Melbourne https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/435144-elise-fraser

Professional Memberships Australian Physiotherapy Association (Awarded APA Titling in Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapy) Continence Foundation of Australia (CFA) International Continence Society (ICS) Pelvic Pain Victoria (PPV)

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Adriane graduated from Curtin University (Perth WA) in 2013. She has worked in the private practice setting since and developed great experience in treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal disorders.

Adriane completed her Postgraduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation in 2018. She is passionate about helping women return safely to an active lifestyle post-natally. She loves treating pregnancy related musculoskeletal conditions, including pelvic girdle and SIJ pain, and pelvic floor dysfunction. She also has special interest in treating all continence and bowel dysfunction in men and women of all ages.

Adriane stays up to date with the latest research and literature to provide the best care for all her patients. She is endorsed in Dry Needling treatment and has experience in Pilates, which she particularly likes to use in the rehabilitation of her patients, when appropriate. She has also completed the Level 1 course in Life and Wellness Coaching (WCA) and believes in adopting a holistic approach to managing an injury.

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B Physio Post Grad Cert Physio (Continence & Women’s Health) Alison completed her Bachelor of physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne in 2009 and more recently her Grad Cert in Pelvic Floor and Womens Health. She has traveled and worked extensively through the UK and Australia in both private and public hospitals and private practice.

Alison has experience working with football/netball teams and dancers in injury prevention and management and has a keen interest in helping people of all levels to achieve their maximum function.

She uses a combined musculoskeletal, exercise prescription and clinical pilates approach in her treatment. She has a special interest in chronic pelvic pain, neurological and vestibular rehabilitation.

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Josh is a Physiotherapist with over 15 years experience in private practice. Josh graduated from the University of South Australia with a Master Of Physiotherapy (Graduate Entry) in 2005 after previously completing a Bachelor of Podiatry in 2001.

Josh’s practice has a focus on manual and exercise therapy incorporating holistic care. He places great emphasis on having his clients be an active participant in their therapy to optimise their treatment outcomes.

Josh has undertaken further training in the fields of CranioSacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation which looks to address correction of connective tissue restrictions throughout the body and the implications they have on dysfunction of the musculo-skeletal, nervous, vascular, cardio-respiratory, digestive and endocrine systems. Josh’s special interest areas include pelvic and spinal disorders, lower-limb problems due to his background in Podiatry, headaches and migraines, jaw problems and chronic pain syndromes.

Josh has also recently completed a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture at RMIT University in 2022 as well as having undertaken training in Integrated Dry-Needling techniques.

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Ellen is a passionate physiotherapist with an interest in Women’s Health. She graduated from La Trobe University in 2011 and went on to complete post graduate training in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy (Melbourne University) in 2016. Ellen is experienced in management of complex pelvic floor conditions including pelvic pain, incontinence, fitting of pessaries and pre and post-natal care. Ellen has a holistic approach to management of dysfunction, and has undertaken further training in ConnectTherapy with Canadian physiotherapist Dr LJ Lee. Ellen draws on this training in patient assessment, treatment and exercise prescription to provide optimum patient care.

Outside of work, Ellen enjoys chasing around her energetic sons, running and cooking. She understands the frustration of injury to function and the impact on quality of life and will work with you towards your rehabilitation goals.

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Brendon is a physiotherapist with extensive experience in chronic pain and neurological conditions. He is internationally recognised as a leading clinician and educator in these areas, in particular complex pain conditions with neuropathic contributions.

Brendon is a faculty member of the Neuro Orthopaedic Institute (www.noigroup.com), teaching courses to health professionals including: Explain Pain; Explain Pain: Stroke and Neuro Rehab; Graded Motor Imagery. See his profile and current course schedule here www.noigroup.com/instructor/brendon-haslam/

Brendon is a Research Fellow at La Trobe University and the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, University of Melbourne. His research looks to further understand the contributions towards complex pain conditions, enabling the development of effective treatment strategies.

He has been awarded titling by the Australian Physiotherapy Association in both Pain and Neurological Physiotherapy, and is a Member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists.

Professional Memberships: Australian Physiotherapy Association Australian Pain Society International Association for the Study of Pain Neuropathic Pain Special Interest Group (IASP) Stroke Society Australasia World Stroke Organization

Faculty Positions: Faculty - Neuro Orthopaedic Institute Overseas Specialist Faculty - Singapore Post Graduate Allied Health Institute

Publications: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4289-9328?lang=en

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B. Physio (hons.) M. Sports Physiotherapy

Rhiarna is an APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist who has worked in private practice since 2007.

At Inner North Physiotherapy she works with people who have musculoskeletal conditions, particularly focussing on knee and other lower limb injuries. She is also a PINC certified physiotherapist- assisting women at varying stages of cancer diagnosis and treatment. Rhiarna consults as an in-house physiotherapist for one of Melbourne’s leading knee surgeons, where her role involves participating in shared treatment decision making, reviewing rehabilitation progress, and testing readiness to return to sport and activity.

She is currently a team physiotherapist and national classifier with Wheelchair Basketball Australia and Para-badminton Australia. Previously she has worked within soccer (Victorian Premier League, W-League, and a short placement with New York City FC), gymnastics (including Australian nationals, World Cup and Commonwealth Games) and Ultimate Frisbee (World Games and World Championships).

Rhiarna values ongoing education and enjoys teaching on lower limb courses for the Australian Physiotherapy Association, and as part of GP professional development programs. She is involved in knee oriented research projects at Swinburne University and The University of Melbourne. She also does some work at the Epworth hospital with acute inpatients following orthopaedic surgery.

Rhiarna loves getting to know and work with a diverse range of people. She’s passionate about educating and empowering individuals, and helping them get back to the activities that are meaningful to them. She understands that prioritizing and understanding a person’s unique situation is just as important to their wellbeing as treating their particular injury.

Outside of work, Rhiarna enjoys hiking, cycling, West African percussion, travelling to places off the beaten track, and spending time with her little family.

Rhiarna is available in clinic Tuesdays and Fridays.

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Ramsey Ezzat is a Canadian physiotherapist with 14 years of clinical expertise treating a diverse range of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions. He recently moved from Vancouver to Melbourne with his family and is excited to be part of the team at both Clifton Hill Physiotherapy and Inner North Physiotherapy. Ramsey brings an active treatment approach that combines hands-on care with innovative exercises. He is passionate about empowering patients to maximize their health. Ramsey graduated from the University of Saskatchewan (Canada) in 2007. He is a Fellow in the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physical Therapists, an internationally recognized designation that requires extensive hands-on training and recognizes advanced skill in using manual therapy and exercise to treat orthopedic problems. He has also done further training in the management of chronic pain and treatment for vertigo and dizziness. . Ramsey has competed as a triathlete and distance runner for the last 20 years. He has run races from 10km to 50km as well as 6-8 day stage races in the European Alps and Colorado Rockies. Although he still enjoys running, his current athletic passion is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

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B Physiotherapy DMA Clinical Pilates Unit A + B

Michelle completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Australian Catholic University (North Sydney). Her holistic treatment style is a combination of hands-on therapy, Clinical Pilates, patient education and prescriptive injury prevention exercises; all of which she tailors to the individual’s work, sport and life requirements.

Michelle has a keen interest in all aspects of stage production, having had physiotherapy residencies in professional theatre (The Book of Mormon, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, West Side Story etc) giving her the opportunity to refine her TMJ and Vocal physiotherapy skills; as well as treating all off-stage crew and orchestra. After taking Sue Maye’s (Australian Ballet) courses, she understands the complex demands of dancers’ hips, ankles, and feet as well as a personal understanding of the high demands of aerial arts. Michelle has 20 years of personal performance experience across jazz, tap, contemporary, salsa, tissu, static trapeze, lyra and pole.

She has also worked in aged care, giving her an insight and passion for reducing pain and maintaining mobility, function and independence in the older and elderly population.

Michelle enjoys treating all people, and injury types across all sports and vocations; whether big or small, long or short term pain she selects relevant techniques and methods for each individuals’ needs.

Outside of the clinic Michelle enjoys dancing, eating, live music and dreams of surf and the sun.

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Sallie is a founding director of Clifton Hill Physiotherapy, Clifton Hill Pilates & Rehab and Inner North Physiotherapy. She is a highly experienced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and Associate Professor at the Latrobe Sports and Exercise Medicine Research Centre at Latrobe University. She is internationally recognised as a leading clinician, researcher and educator in the diagnosis and management of anterior knee pain. Sallie also has a particular interest in spinal pain and has post graduate qualifications in Manipulative Physiotherapy. In addition she has many years experience working with sporting teams and athletes.

Sallie is a regular lecturer and supervisor to post-graduate physiotherapy students at the University of Melbourne. She has over 50 publications in international peer reviewed journals and has co-authored seven book chapters on anterior knee pain and one on core stability including every edition of the most popular sports medicine text of all time (Brukner and Khan Sports Medicine). Sallie has been invited to speak both Nationally and Internationally on the topic of knee pain, and has received numerous awards for her research.

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Claire completed both her Doctor of Physiotherapy and Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne. She has a comprehensive and professional understanding of musculoskeletal injuries and utilises manual therapy techniques and tailored exercise prescription to help get her clients back doing the important things in life.

Claire also has a keen interested in Women’s Health and has experience in the assessment and management of pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions such as pelvic girdle pain, back and neck pain. She is also passionate about enabling clients to remain fit and active during pregnancy and beyond.

Claire has undertaken additional training in Clinical Pilates, equipping her with advanced skills which she utilises in clinical practice. Claire is committed to providing the highest standard of individualised and evidence-based treatment to assist her patients in achieving better health or performance.

Outside of physiotherapy, Claire enjoys keeping fit and active and spending time with her friends.

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Aaron came into physiotherapy from a background in sleep science and psychological research. He completed his Bachelor of Science and Psychology Honours at Swinburne University of Technology and his Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. During this time, he accrued a number of publications in psychological research journals.

Aaron has a comprehensive understanding of the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and pain. He utilises an active, goal focused approach including manual therapy, exercise and self management techniques to help clients get back to the meaningful things in life.

Aaron has a particular interest in treating back pain, tendinopathy and helping clients reach their fitness goals so they can live the life they want.

Outside of work, Aaron enjoys rock climbing, training for rock climbing and camping trips (for rock climbing).

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