Our Team
There are eleven physiotherapists in residence- Rachel Combe, Jane Deere, Annie Ayres, Gwendalyn Schmidt, Ellie Parnell, Vanessa Tesanovic, Clare Fitzmaurice, Jenny Phillips, Briar Strutton, Alice Adamson and Belinda Robb — all are University of South Australia or University of Melbourne graduates, and are highly experienced in the full range of treatment techniques including gentle mobilisation, massage and ultrasound. With a focus on empowering patients to manage their own rehabilitation, they can prescribe tailored exercises and strategies to build strength and alleviate pain. The principles and benefits of the Pilates method go hand in hand with this self-management approach, preventing further problems and injuries by retraining weakened or misused muscles to work as they should.
We all have additional Pilates post-graduate experience and are Certified Polestar Pilates Practitioners in Rehabilitation. This examination process is stringent and involves 100 hours of lectures as well as 300 hours of practice and observation. The exam is 3 hours and has an 80% pass mark. It is extremely unique to have all staff trained under the same regime and as a consequence clients experience a smooth, consistent approach from all therapists.