With 21 years of extensive experience as a Physiotherapist, Claire is a seasoned professional dedicated to enhancing women’s health and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Armed with dual Bachelor of Science degrees with honours in Physiotherapy and Sports Therapy and remedial massage, Claire’s career trajectory has evolved to prioritise women’s health in the latter half.
Claire’s expertise is underpinned by her postgraduate certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne. Her areas of focus include pregnancy and postpartum care, bladder and bowel continence issues, pelvic organ prolapse, and pelvic floor disorders. She employs a multifaceted approach encompassing education, manual therapy, dry needling, rectal balloon therapy, real-time ultrasound, and movement-based rehabilitation.
Claire has undertaken extensive further training in pelvic health, including advanced training in vaginal pessary management and fitting, overactive bladder and prolapse management, and advanced bowel management techniques including biofeedback therapy, rectal balloon therapy and visceral mobilisation.
She has also completed advanced training in pelvic floor assessment for return to exercise, allowing her to support women in safely returning to the activities and sports that are important to them. This includes assessment of pelvic floor function and long-term pelvic floor risk, helping women make informed decisions about exercise both following pregnancy and at other stages of life.
As an APPI Pilates instructor with a decade of experience, Claire seamlessly integrates Pilates into her rehabilitation practice, catering to both men and women. Her holistic approach emphasises aligning therapy with clients’ real-life objectives, ensuring realistic and effective treatment outcomes. As a mother of two, Claire’s personal journey fuels her commitment to supporting women through the perinatal period, facilitating their physical and mental restoration while navigating work-life-family dynamics.
Claire’s favourite forms of movement include resistance training, Pilates, and running, reflecting her dedication to maintaining an active lifestyle. Trust Claire to guide you on your journey to holistic wellness with her wealth of experience, compassionate care, and tailored treatment approaches.