Eliza Whitford

Physiotherapist

Eliza Whitford is an avid recreational runner and a former competitive dancer with a clinical interest in rehabilitating overuse and running-related injuries. Having worked as a physiotherapist with Athletics Victoria for juniors Track and Field national championships and several VAFA football clubs, Eliza has gained exposure to a diverse range of sports-related injuries and has developed expertise in strength-based athletic development.

Drawing on her own experience as a dancer, Eliza has encountered her fair share of injuries over the years. Her understanding gained through rehabilitation and recovery has fostered her passion and interest in working closely with individuals who share a love for fitness and a focus on injury prevention. Eliza is dedicated to working with clients to help them optimise their health and athletic performance. Eliza achieves this through a combination of strength and conditioning exercises, as well as hands-on treatment. In addition, she possesses a keen interest in dance-related injuries that impact the back, pelvis, hip, and knee, particularly in cases involving hypermobility.

Eliza has completed a Doctor of Physiotherapy from The University of Melbourne and a Bachelor of Health Sciences from La Trobe University.

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Qualifications

Doctor of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science (Hons), Latrobe University
Reformer Pilates Instructor, KX Pilates
Ante and Post-natal Pilates certificate, Unite Health

Passions

Women’s Health
Knee and hip injuries and management
Dancing and hypermobility related injuries
Strength and conditioning programming for elite athletes or runners
Tendinopathy (Patellar and Achilles)

ABOUT Eliza Whitford

Eliza Whitford has completed a Doctor of Physiotherapy from the University of Melbourne and a Bachelor of Health Sciences from Latrobe University. In addition to her qualifications as a trained Pilates instructor, Eliza is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to achieve their unique rehabilitation goals utilising a combination of strength and conditioning and hands-on treatment.

As a former competitive dancer, Eliza has a keen interest in hypermobility and the prevention of dance associated injuries. Eliza is also particularly focussed on the management of musculoskeletal sports injuries, such as knee and hip-related pain. Outside of work, Eliza enjoys going to the gym, trying her hand at pottery and exploring new local cafes.