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Founder/Principal Physiotherapist

Hi, I’m Sandra,

the curly-haired paediatric physiotherapist behind The Curly Paeds Physio!

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I am an APA Titled Paediatric Physiotherapist.​​

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My Qualificiations: 

Bachelor of Applied Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy Practice.

Master of Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice. 

Currently a PhD Student

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Memberships/Registrations:

  • Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) Member

  • Member of the Australian College of Physiotherapists 

  • Deputy Chair of Victorian APA Paediatric Physiotherapy Group 

  • Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registered 

  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)​

  • NDIS Worker Screening Check 

My Story

I completed my undergraduate degree in physiotherapy in 2019, and in 2023, I graduated with a Master in Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working across both the public and private sectors, including within the NDIS system supporting children with a wide range of needs, abilities, and goals.

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I started The Curly Paeds Physio because I wanted to offer more personalised, relationship-based care, where families have direct contact with their physio, feel truly heard, and are empowered to make informed decisions about their child’s care. I believe in quality over quantity, in listening first, and in tailoring every session to the individual child. For me, it’s not just therapy, it’s a partnership built on trust, play, and purpose.

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My clinical passion lies in infant physiotherapy and early intervention, supporting babies and toddlers during the most critical stages of motor development. I also love working with children with neurological, genetic, and developmental conditions, helping them build the skills and confidence to participate in everyday life.

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I have a deep interest in assistive technology (AT) and love finding the right equipment that promotes comfort, safety, and participation in daily routines. Whether it’s a walker, supportive seating, or standing frame, I work closely with families and suppliers to ensure the AT we prescribe is functional, child-centred, and empowering.

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My practice is guided by the WHO-ICF model, always focusing on function, inclusion, and participation. I speak Arabic at a conversational level and am proud to support families from diverse cultural backgrounds, creating a welcoming space where they feel comfortable, respected, and understood.

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I’m committed to continuous learning and have completed extensive further study including:​

  • Introduction to the Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination – 2023

  • Hugh Williamson Gait Lab – Gait Course – August 2023

  • Understanding and Supporting Nonverbal Autism (Online Course) – September 2023

  • Infant Physiotherapy (Western Kids Health, Nicole Pates) – February 2024

  • MSK Paediatric Physiotherapy (Western Kids Health, Nicole Pates) – February 2024

  • Neurological Sensory Motor Developmental Assessment Course – July 2024

  • Basic General Movements Assessment Course – February 2025​

  • Advanced General Movements Assessment Course - February 2026

 

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Thanks for stopping by. I can’t wait to be part of your child’s journey!

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