BACK IN STRENGTH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Director
- Founder
- Physiotherapist
Anne founded Back In Strength in 2011. After many years of manual therapy and sports medicine, Anne became passionate about long term resolution of painful conditions through evaluating muscle balance, flexibility, and above all, control of stability systems in the body - preventing unwanted and inappropriate movement. This led Anne to implement Pilates and core control training in addition to treatment of spinal pathology and pain, as well as sports and work injuries.
She has an interest in back pain and has built a reputation on rehabilitating lower back pain. Anne has success with other spinal conditions, such as chronic neck pain, shoulder and knee pain.
Anne enjoys living with her husband on their farm, surrounded by their abundance of animals.
*Please note that Anne is not currently taking bookings.
Qualifications Areas of Interest
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Graduate Certificate Pilates Method
Master Science (Biomechanics)
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- Meet Physiotherapist
Brie is originally from Launceston, Tasmania. She studied a Bachelor of Physiotherapy at James Cook University in Townsville, graduating in 2012. Since then Brie has completed studies in Pilates through Polestar and her Graduate Certificate in Women's Health and Exercise. She is currently completing her Master of Physiotherapy in Pelvic Health. Before moving to Canberra in January 2023, Brie also worked in Sydney, then Darwin, and then Sydney again!
Brie loves coffee and enjoys reading, watching horror movies, and is very passionate about Women's and Men's Health!
Qualifications Areas of Interest
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, James Cook University
Graduate Certificate in Physiotherapy (Exercise and Women's Health)
Clinical Pilates (Polestar Rehabilitation course)
Job Titles:
- Client Experience Officer
Charlotte is Canberra born and bred. She has a Bachelor of Arts from the Australian National University and a Graduate Diploma of Communications from Deakin University. While studying, Charlotte worked in hospitality and then retail, moving into retail management for a few years before finally landing a job in Administration/Marketing at Back In Strength in April 2023!
Hannelie was born in South Africa in Pretoria and completed her Bachelors in Physiotherapy at the University of South Africa in 1995. Over the last 20+ years, she has been working as a Physiotherapist in mostly Private Clinics. She did some travelling in her career, which led to her working in America for two and a half years. In 2002 Hannelie immigrated to Australia and has made it her home.
Her Interests are problems involving the spine, pelvis and the extremities. Looking at the whole-body picture trying to find the main issues to make treatment as effective as possible. Hannelie has done various courses over the years to strengthen her manual therapy technique toolbox to allow her to address various problems. She also has a keen interest in Pilates Rehabilitation and prescribing individualised exercise programs.
Currently Hannelie enjoys working part time and loves being a mum to four beautiful children.
Qualifications Areas of Interest
Qualifications
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of South Africa
Dry Needling
Clinical Pilates (Polestar Rehabilitation course)
Redcord®, Certified Redcord® Neurac Provider (CNP)
Clinical Interest: Hannelie is interested in the spine, pelvis, hip and SIJ
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- Meet Physiotherapist
James completed a Bachelor of Medical Science in 2015 and then went on to complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2024. Before becoming a Physiotherapist, James worked in the Public Service for two years after graduating from his first degree. He joined the Back In Strength team in September 2024.
James chose Physiotherapy because he loves jobs where he can actually interact with people. He also loves lifting, which meant he was already thinking in the biomechanics space.
Clinical Interests: Injury rehabilitation, acute injuries & hips & lower back pain.
Job Titles:
- Client Experience Officer
Born and bred in Adelaide, Jane and her husband arrived in Canberra for an 18 month posting 30 years ago…..and never left! With over 30 years experience in customer service within the banking/finance, retail & trade industries, Jane arrived at Back in Strength in 2015.
She has a passion for helping people and enjoys seeing the improvement of client's movement as they progress through their journey at BIS.
In her spare time, Jane loves gardening, good food/wine, good company and Cats.
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- Meet Physiotherapist
Jenna was born in Taiwan and completed a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy at Chang Gung University. She worked as a Physiotherapist in Taiwan for a year before moving to Canberra and completing her Masters in Physiotherapy at the University of Canberra. Since completing her Masters this year, Jenna began working with Back In Strength in October of 2024.
Jenna likes playing badminton and bush walking with friends. She also loves baking, especially cheesecakes!
Languages:
English
Job Titles:
- Lovely Staff and Very Helpful Advice and Rehab Help
Job Titles:
- Physiotherapist
- Meet Physiotherapist
Shirley graduated from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University with BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy in 2002. She began her work in a private clinic for four years, and then began working in a private hospital in 2006. With over 20 years experience in Hong Kong, Shirley made the move to Canberra with her family in 2022.
Shirley has worked in private hospitals for more than sixteen years, making her interests very diverse. Shirley has an interest in all kinds of Musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in helping clients resolve their neck pain. In addition to Musculoskeletal conditions, Shirley also has an interest in pre and post operative Physiotherapy treatment such as total knee replacement, ACL/PCL repairs and more.
With further professional development and training in Pilates studies, Shirley has kicked off to integrate Pilates into her daily treatment plan. She hopes that by combining her hospital experience, her manual techniques, and her Pilates training, that she can provide a holistic treatment to all her patients.
Languages:
English