Do you have a sporting injury or want to perform better? 

Whether you play footy, netball, train in the gym, or follow the black line at your local pool, injuries are a common part of staying active. 

We understand how important sport and exercise are, not just physically, but mentally. That’s why our focus is on modifying your activity, not stopping it altogether. Wherever possible, we’ll keep you training in a safe and structured way while you recover. 

Role of your sports physio

At Bodyfit Physio, we go beyond just treating pain. We assess how you move, train, and recover to understand why your injury occurred in the first place. This includes movement analysis, strength testing, and reviewing your training load and technique. From there, we create a tailored plan combining hands-on treatment, targeted exercise, and guidance around training and performance, so you can return stronger and more resilient than before. 

We work with a wide range of active individuals, from social sports players and competitive athletes to runners of all levels, gym-goers, swimmers, cyclists, team sport athletes, and adolescents and children involved in sport. 

Common Sports Injuries We Treat:  

  • Muscle strains and ligament sprains  
  • Tendon injuries (e.g. Achilles, patellar)  
  • Running-related injuries  
  • Knee, ankle, and shoulder pain  
  • Overuse injuries  
  • Post-surgical rehabilitation 

Meet your running physio Hilary

With a wealth of experience in running, including participation in cross-country and international competitions as a Division 1 College Runner in the USA, Hilary is your go-to for all physiotherapy-related inquiries concerning running injuries and workout plans. Whether you’re a casual jogger or a competitive athlete, Hilary is here to help you achieve your running goals. Find more information about Hilary

Hi, I’m Hilary.  

Since I was a little kid, I’ve been passionate about running. I’ll always remember sitting in the stands of the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne as an 8-year-old watching the track, knowing this was the sport I wanted to try. Fast forward 20 years and my love for running is stronger than I could have ever imagined back then.  

more about Hilary

My relationship with running has evolved over time, starting from the fun days of little athletics where I realized my talent, to the more serious phase in secondary school competing nationally and eventually moving to the USA for Division 1 college running at 19.  

My journey in running hasn’t been entirely injury-free, and from those experiences, I gained a tremendous admiration for physiotherapists and the role they could play in someone’s life. Navigating the challenges of not being able to run due to injury brought me to where I am today, establishing myself as a physiotherapist treating all kinds of sports and running-related issues. Over time, I became a big believer in running recovery, as opposed to taking a break from running due to injury. So, whether you are young, old, fit, injured, or an elite athlete I want to help you get back to running – whether that is to achieve personal milestones or to compete at nationals! 

Meet Ben: your physio for sport and performance

With a strong background in hockey and a lifelong passion for sport, Ben is your go-to physiotherapist for managing sport-related injuries and improving performance. Drawing on his own playing experience and evidence-based treatment, he helps athletes recover well, stay consistent, and keep performing throughout the season.  Find more information about Ben

Hi, I’m Ben.  

I’ve always been passionate about sport, growing up playing and watching everything from footy to hockey. Weekends were spent at local grounds, and I was always curious not just about how athletes performed, but how their bodies allowed them to do it. 

more about Ben

That interest led me into physiotherapy, where I now combine my love of anatomy, performance, and hands-on treatment to help athletes stay strong, recover from injury, and perform at their best. 

Hockey has always been a big part of my life, progressing from local club games to representing school and club teams at higher levels. Like many athletes, I’ve also dealt with my share of injuries, time on the sidelines, and the challenge of working back to full fitness – experiences that shaped how I approach rehab today. 

Today, I work with athletes across a range of sports, with a particular understanding of the physical demands of field hockey. The repeated sprint efforts, rapid changes of direction, stick skills under load, and the toll that long seasons can take on the body. I focus on active rehab and smart load management to help you get back on the field feeling confident and ready to perform. Whether you’re returning from injury, aiming to cement your spot in the firsts, or chasing representative honours, my goal is to help you get back on the field, stronger, more resilient, and ready to perform. 

What to expect

Rehabilitation and education are essential to your rapid recovery. Our physiotherapists use an evidenced based approach to rehabilitation. Your physio will provide you with an individualised exercise program, appropriate progressions and a return to sport plan. We work with you to make your personalised plan easy and effective.  

Do you want to improve your performance? Our digital dynamometry enables accurate monitoring of strength. A personalised program can improve your power, speed, endurance or accuracy. Reach the top of your game.  

are you ready to improve your health?

Choose your physiotherapist

Hilary McAdam (she/her)

Hilary is currently travelling the world! She will be available for Telehealth from November.

BSc, MPhysioPrac

Paediatrics, Pilates, Running or Sports injuires, General physio

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Olivia Ganci (she/her)

BBMed MPhysioPrac

Paediatrics, Lower Limb injuries, Falls and Balance, General physio

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Ben McQueen (he/him)

BAppSc, MPhysioPrac

Sports Injuries, Running, Dry Needling, General Physio, Hypermobility/EDS

 

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Emilija Olsen (she/her)

BAppSc, MPhysioPrac

Ante/Post natal, Hypermobility/EDS, Dance and Performing Arts, Dry Needling, General Physio.

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Holly Shuttleworth (they/them)

DPT, BSc

Hypermobility, HSD, EDS, LGBTQIA+ Health, General Physio

 

 

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frequently asked questions

do I need a referral for physiotherapy?

No referral is needed for Physiotherapy. GPs frequently recommend physiotherapy, but a referral is not needed unless you are receiving funding under a GP management plan, GPMP (or Team Care Arrangement, previously known as an EPC). See the next answer for more details about the GPMP.  

what should I expect in a physiotherapy assessment?

The first question we ask is “What are your aims for physiotherapy?”

We want to work with you in a way that is most helpful for you. Your physiotherapist will take a detailed history, asking you a number of questions about what has been happening for you. They will conduct a thorough assessment of your joints, posture, strength and any specific activities and movements that are relevant to your issue. 

Common management approaches we use:

  • Problem solving around how to best manage your symptoms / issues
  • Sharing exercises that you can do at home so that you can help yourself
  • Hands on treatment to improve your symptoms and mobility
  • Supervised specially tailored exercise with our Pilates equipment to help you build specific strength in a supported environment if you and your physio think this would be helpful for you.

is physiotherapy covered under medicare?

Physiotherapy is only covered under Medicare under a GP management plan, GPMP (or Team Care Arrangement, previously known as an EPC). This is a specific program for people who have a chronic and complex medical condition. It provides a rebate of $57 for up to 5 sessions total per calendar year for allied health services such as Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Podiatry and more. Your GP can tell you if you are eligible for the plan. We have limited bulk billing appointments available for concession card holders.

      can I use my private health insurance?

      The majority of our clients are privately funded. Many have private health insurance which can be claimed on the spot with our HICAPS terminal.

          can I access physio under NDIS, workcover, TAC, DVA

          Yes we are able to bill directly for NDIS,  Workcover, TAC, DVA.

              what should I bring with me / wear

              It is helpful for you to bring any relevant letters or reports regarding your issue or investigations you have had done.  

              Ideally wear clothes that allow you to move and allow the body part you would like addressed to be seen. We have shorts available in case you forget. Avoid dresses for low back pain, collars for neck pain and jeans for knee pain.  

              If you have a foot or running issue, please bring your usual shoes.