APA Titled Sport & Exercise Physiotherapist

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science)
• Master of Physiotherapy
• Master of Sports Physiotherapy
• Australian Track & Field Level 2 Coach
• Australian Strength & Conditioning Level 2 Coach

Melissa enjoys collaborating with a vast patient population, educating each individual on how to achieve their rehabilitation goals. She has developed a treatment style through experience and post graduation education that involves a combination of manual therapy and exercise prescription.

Melissa has extensive experience working in Track & Field as an athlete, coach and physio. She has coached at a number of World Athletic events including the Tokyo 2021 Olympics an the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Her goal is to one day move into a physiotherapy role with the Australian Team.

Outside of work Melissa enjoys living an active lifestyle, spending time with her husband, son and two dogs, Fergie and Lola.

Specialisations

• Sporting injuries
• Lower limb tendon rehabilitation
• Intergrated dry needling
• Return to run/performance programs
• Exercise prescription for children, adults and the elderly

Experience

• 2021 Tokyo Olympic Games Australian Coach

• 2022 Commonwealth Games
  • 2019 & 2022 World Athletics Championships
  • Athletics NSW Physiotherapist
  • Athletics NSW Target Talent Program Hurdles Coach
  • Albion Park White Eagles Football Club Physiotherapist (2014-2018)