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      At Subiaco Women’s Health, we understand the unique demands, goals and needs of women throughout the life stages. All our physiotherapists have extensive experience and expertise in the area of women’s health and are dedicated to providing wholistic, personalised care.

      • Mansi Aghera Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

        Mansi Aghera

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        Mansi is a Continence and Pelvic Health physiotherapist, who has completed her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy majoring in Continence and Pelvic Health at Curtin University. She has 7 years of experience in physiotherapy, having worked at SportsMed Subiaco (now Subiaco Women’s Health) for the last 4 years.

        She provides both outpatient services and inpatient maternity services. Outpatient services include private physiotherapy consultations, clinical pilates, antenatal pilates classes and antenatal pool classes. Mansi is experienced in working with women during pregnancy and postnatally and is passionate about helping women return to exercise safely post birth and achieve their goals. She treats pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions (sacroiliac joint pain, low back/sciatic pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, and coccyx pain), rectus abdominis diastasis/abdominal separation, breastfeeding issues (cracked nipples, blocked ducts, and mastitis). Mansi also specialises in the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction, and pelvic organ prolapse in adults at all life stages.

        Mansi’s treatment approach is evidence-based and holistic, with a focus on empowering patients with knowledge so they can take charge of their own symptoms.

        Whilst Mansi is not at work, she enjoys camping and 4WD adventures, cooking and reading.

        Qualifications and Experience

        • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
        • Masters in Continence and Pelvic Health

        Clinical Interests

        • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal pain
        • Antenatal and postnatal care
        • Pelvic Health
        • Persistent pain conditions
        • Spinal pain

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Urinary and faecal incontinence
        • Pelvic organ prolapse
        • Sexual dysfunction and persistent pelvic pain
        • Overactive bladder
        • Constipation/defecation dysfunction
        • General musculoskeletal physiotherapy
        • Pregnancy and postpartum specific care
        • Antenatal Pilates class assessments
        • Rehabilitation/Clinical Pilates assessments and classes
      • Elyse Schweitzer Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

        Elyse Schweitzer

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        Elyse graduated from Griffith University (QLD), with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy in 2015. Since then, Elyse has worked extensively as a Physiotherapist and a Clinical Pilates Instructor in a Sports and Women’s Health area in Melbourne and Perth.  

        Elyse has studied the Masters of Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health at Curtin University.  Elyse is passionate about pelvic health, especially through pregnancy and the postnatal period. She has a keen interest in helping women return to exercise and sport after having a baby. 

        She also has a special interest in assessing and treating the pelvic and lower back pain. Elyse uses a combination of hands on therapy, education and exercise prescription to get the best possible outcome for her clients.

        In her spare time, Elyse enjoys pilates, going to the gym, reading a good book on the beach and spending time with friends, family and two dogs. 

        Qualifications & Experience

        • Bachelor of Exercise Science
        • Masters of Physiotherapy
        • Master of Clinical Physiotherapy – Continence & Pelvic Health Major

        Clinical Interests

        • Pelvic health
        • Antenatal and postnatal care 
        • Pelvic pain 
        • Clinical pilates 
        • Breast conditions – mastitis, blocked ducts and cracked nipples 

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Antenatal and postnatal assessments 
        • Antenatal and postnatal musculoskeletal conditions 
        • Rectus abdominis diastasis (abdominal separation) 
        • Breast conditions – cracked nipples, mastitis, blocked ducts 
        • Pelvic pain – dyspareunia, endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain
        • Pelvic organ prolapse 
        • Urinary incontinence 
        • Overactive bladder and cystitis 
        • Bowel dysfunctions – constipation 
        • Pre and post pelvic surgery care – pelvic organ prolapse repair, hysterectomy 
        • Clinical pilates assessment and classes 
      • Jess Crage Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health)

        Jess Crage

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        Jess Graduated from Curtin University with a Bsc Physiotherapy. Since graduation she has worked
        both in both maternity and rehabilitation settings in public health and private practise. Her
        experience and interest are in assisting women during the antenatal and postnatal period. As a
        mother of 3 she empathises with her clients and feels it is a great privilege to be able to work with
        them on their own perinatal journey. She has undertaken further studies in pelvic health and also
        works with the management of bladder and bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain and pelvic organ
        prolapse.

        Qualifications and Experience

        • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
        • More than 15 years clinical experience
        • DMA Clinical Pilates
        • Certificate of Physiotherapy Management of the Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
        • Certificate of Physiotherapy Assessment and Management of the Complex Female Bladder Dysfunction

        Clinical Interests

        • Musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction during the child bearing years
        • Management of bladder and bowel dysfunction
        • Management and rehabilitation of pelvic floor dysfunction
        • Management of pelvic pain and pelvic organ prolapse
        • Rehabilitation classes for older clients
        • Keeping clients of all abilities active
      • Rebecca Jayaprakash Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health)

        Rebecca Jayaprakash

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        Rebecca graduated from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) in 2018, and is a member of the Vice Chancellor’s list, which recognises students in the top 1% of their course for excellent academic achievement. Rebecca is currently in the process of completing her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy (Continence and Pelvic Health Major), after developing a special interest in Women’s Health. 

        Rebecca has 5 years of clinical experience working as a Physiotherapist having worked at some of the most reputable clinics in Sydney. Rebecca is a certified Pilates clinician through the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and is experienced in running clinical Pilates classes and prescribing individual therapeutic exercises based on each patient’s presentation. Rebecca is also competent in Dry Needling (certified by the Australian Physiotherapy Association), which she incorporates into her treatment as necessary. 

        Rebecca is passionate about helping women through the life stages achieve their goals by tailoring treatments to each individual and basing her management on the latest evidence and research. Rebecca is experienced in treating pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions such as lower back pain and pelvic girdle pain. She is also competent in providing physiotherapy services for pelvic floor conditions such as incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain. Additionally, Rebecca will be able to assist patients manage inflammatory conditions of the breasts and rectus abdominus diastasis. Rebecca will be available for 6-week postnatal checks to address any pelvic floor concerns and help women return to exercise safely. 

        Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys dancing, practising Yoga and spending time with her family and friends.

        Qualifications and Experience

        • Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy)
        • In progress: Master of Clinical Physiotherapy (Continence and Pelvic Health Major)
        • Clinical Pilates (APPI)
        • Women’s Health Through the Life Stages Level 1 (APA)
        • Dry Needling Level 1 (APA)

        Clinical Interests

        • Antenatal and postnatal care
        • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions 
        • Rectus abdominus diastasis 
        • Clinical Pilates and exercise during pregnancy and in the postnatal period
        • Management of osteoporosis
        • Pelvic health

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Pregnancy and postnatal musculoskeletal conditions
        • Urinary incontinence
        • Pelvic organ prolapse 
        • Overactive bladder
        • Breast conditions – mastitis, blocked ducts, cracked nipples 
        • Sexual pain and dysfunction
        • Rectus abdominus diastasis 
        • Clinical Pilates assessment
      • Emma Bolton Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health)

        Emma Bolton

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        Emma graduated from Curtin University in 2012 and has since worked in public hospitals and private practice in a variety of clinical areas. Emma’s interest in the field of pelvic health started whilst working on the obstetric and gynaecology wards and further grew after the birth of her first child. Emma has completed post graduate qualifications in this field and is passionate about empowering, educating and assisting women in their rehabilitation journeys with bladder, bowel, pelvic floor or postnatal concerns.

        Outside of work, Emma enjoys running, playing basketball and spending time with her three young children at the beach, on the trails and camping.

        Qualifications and Experience

        • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
        • Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy (Continence and Women’s Health)

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Urinary and faecal incontinence
        • Overactive bladder
        • Constipation
        • Pelvic organ prolapse
        • Pelvic floor concerns in pregnancy and postpartum
        • Breastfeeding issues (cracked nipples, blocked ducts, mastitis)
        • Rectus abdominis diastasis
        • Sexual pain and dysfunction
      • Lucy Tangney Physiotherapist (Pelvic Health)

        Lucy Tangney

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        Lucy has been practicing Women’s Physiotherapy for 17 years and has a strong sense of compassion for and gains enjoyment from helping women through all life stages. 

        Prior to Physiotherapy, Lucy studied Psychology and Human Movement and then worked in the fields of Health Promotion, Human Resource Management and Injury Management before returning to study Physiotherapy which she completed in 2003. Initially working as a Musculoskeletal Therapist as well as doing Exercise Rehab with Seniors, she was introduced to Women’s Health shortly after the birth of her first baby. Since then she has worked extensively in both inpatient and outpatient settings.  In 2015 Lucy completed postgraduate courses in Women’s Health and she continues to actively participate in professional development. She has clinical experience treating a range of conditions including all antenatal and postnatal, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain, sexual pain, and bladder and bowel conditions. Lucy loves helping women return to exercise after baby!

        When relaxing Lucy enjoys playing floorball, running, extend barre and pilates, walking her dog, reading and spending time with her family and friends.

        Qualifications and Experience

        • Bachelor of Science (Psychology/ HM)
        • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
        • Certificate of Physiotherapy Management of the Pelvic Floor Dysfunction 
        • Certificate Of Physiotherapy Assessment and Management of the Complex Female Bladder Dysfunction

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Antenatal and postnatal assessments
        • Ante and postnatal musculoskeletal conditions 
        • Rectus Abdominus Diastasis (abdominal separation)
        • Breast conditions (cracked nipples, mastitis, blocked ducts)
        • Postnatal 6 week checks
        • Pelvic pain
        • Sexual pain
        • Pelvic organ prolapse
        • Return to exercise 
        • Bladder and bowel dysfunction
        • Pelvic floor weakness
      • Anna Forward Pelvic Health Physiotherapist

        Anna Forward

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        Anna is an APA Women’s, Men’s and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She has 7 years of clinical experience in physiotherapy and has completed her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy at Curtin University, specialising in Continence and Women’s Health. She is passionate about providing a holistic, patient-centred, evidence-based approach with every client. She enjoys supporting women throughout their perinatal journey. She provides inpatient maternity care, outpatient appointments and antenatal and postnatal pool classes.

        Anna is experienced in assessing and managing a variety of physical conditions, including: pregnancy-related back and pelvic girdle pain (including sacroiliac and sciatic pain, pubic symphysis dysfunction, tailbone pain), rectus abdominus diastasis, breastfeeding issues (such as cracked nipples, blocked ducts and mastitis), prolapse, lower urinary tract symptoms, anorectal symptoms (including faecal incontinence and constipation) and pelvic pain (including dyspareunia and persistent pelvic pain conditions). She is also experienced in treating men with lower urinary tract symptoms, particularly after treatment for prostate cancer.

        Outside of work Anna enjoys spending time with friends and family, attending Pilates and spin classes and walking her dog, Molly.

        Qualifications & Experience

        • Bachelor of Physiotherapy
        • Master of Clinical Physiotherapy – Continence and Pelvic Health Major

        Clinical Interests

        • Women’s and Men’s Pelvic Health

        Gladly accepting referrals for

        • Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions
        • Rectus abdominis diastasis
        • Breastfeeding issues (cracked nipples, blocked ducts, mastitis)
        • Pelvic organ prolapse
        • Dyspareunia and persistent pelvic pain
        • Urinary and faecal incontinence
        • Overactive bladder
        • Constipation
      • Carolyn Bendall Physiotherapist

        Carolyn Bendall

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        Carolyn had a variety of interesting positions such as verbatim Court Reporter, PA to News Director at Channel 7, Perth, PA to Managing Director of Bastable Advertising and Marketing, London before embarking on a degree in Physiotherapy at Curtin University. She graduated in 1990.

        In 2006, Carolyn commenced working with SportsMed Subiaco and is one of the Subiaco Women’s Health team members. She enjoys treating inpatients on the Maternity wards as well as outpatients. One of her particular loves is taking the postnatal pool classes with parents and babies. In addition, Carolyn takes antenatal pool classes, women’s fitness pool classes and Osteogym classes. She strongly believes in the adage, “if you don’t use it, you lose it”.

        When not at work, she likes walking, either at the beach or in the foothills, cycling, drawing and painting (oils), learning French and Italian and cooking.

        Qualifications & Experience

        • Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) Curtin University, WA
        • DMA Clinical Pilates
        • 25 years experience

        Clinical Interests

        • Women’s Health – inpatients and outpatients
        • Hydrotherapy
        • Osteogym
        • Pilates

        Personal Interests

        • Tennis
        • Walking
        • Dancing
        • Oil Painting
        • Cooking
      • Carissa Kezic Physiotherapist

        Carissa Kezic

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        Carissa joined the Subiaco Womens Health Physiotherapy (Previously Sportsmed Subiaco) team 5 years ago.  She has a Bachelor of Science degree (2008) and a Masters in Physiotherapy (2012).  As a new graduate she relocated to Port Hedland where she worked in a private practice treating a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions.  She then worked in the occupational physiotherapy field for several years before starting a family.  Following this she realized her passion is in women’s health physiotherapy and began working on the maternity wards at SJOG Subiaco.  She now works weekends as an inpatient physiotherapist and spends her weekdays looking after her 4 young children. 

      • Ellen Mitchell Physiotherapist

        Ellen Mitchell

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        Ellen graduated from Curtin University in 2011 and has spent most of her career working at St. John of God Subiaco Hospital in the ICU, and on general medical, surgical and respiratory wards.

        In 2018 she completed her Masters in Clinical Physiotherapy at Curtin University, specialising in Continence and Women’s health. During and after her postgraduate studies she has worked on the maternity ward and in the outpatient setting as a women’s, men’s and paediatric pelvic health Physiotherapist. Including running antenatal and postnatal pool classes. 

        Ellen is a mother of 3 and has been on and off maternity leave for the past 4 1/2 years working on the weekends on the maternity ward and in the ICU at St. John of God Subiaco Hospital. Most of her time away from the hospital is spent with her 3 kids and the rest of her family. 

      • Leanne Zappia Massage Therapist

        Leanne Zappia

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        Qualifications & Experience

        • Diploma of Remedial Massage, Central TAFE
        • Diploma of Applied Science in Medical Radiography, RMIT, Victoria
        • Over 15 years of massage experience
        • 20 years of experience working as Medical Imaging Technologist
        • Massage coverage for the Hopman Cup, Surf LIfe Saving Championships, Touch Football State Titles
        • Qualified provider for health fund rebates

        Clinical Interests

        • Trigger point therapy
        • Deep tissue techniques
        • Sports massage (pre and post-event)
        • Lifestyle maintenance
        • Post-surgical massage

        Professional Memberships

        • Member, Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT)
        • Member, Sports Medicine Australia (SMA)

        Personal Interests

        • Family
        • Scuba diving & snorkelling
        • Nutrition & fitness
        • Outdoor activities