Michelle Istria
APA SPORTS + EXERCISE physiotherapist
Michelle balances her clinical hours with her Sports Physiotherapy roles across the following sporting teams:
2016 - current. Senior Physiotherapist, Brisbane Bullets (NBL)
2019 - current. Program Physiotherapist. GQ/HPC Women's Artistic Gymnastics
2018 - Youth Olympics. Argentina. Australian Team Physiotherapist, Australian Medical Headquarters
2015 - current. Gymnastics QLD. Team Physiotherapist. National Championships
2017- current. Southern Districts Spartans (QBL). Team Physiotherapist
Since moving with her family to Australia in 2013, Michelle has continued her work in sports physiotherapy and commenced work in private practice. Her unique experience and enthusiasm for her profession has been recognised by all esp. in the elite sport, gymnastics and dance communities.
Michelle has completed a Masters in Sports Physiotherapy and enjoys the challenge of combining her experience with an evidence based approach to ensure optimal client outcomes.
Her dynamic presenting style has meant Michelle is regularly asked to present on post graduate sports physiotherapy courses and to sporting organisations.
Michelle has previously worked for many years in professional sport including:
Wigan Warriors Rugby League (3 years). Team Physiotherapist
Sale Rugby Union (4 years). Team Physiotherapist
Cirque de Soleil (8 years). Head Physiotherapist for travelling show (Europe, Asia, North America)