Allsports Paediatric Physiotherapy offers physiotherapy services exclusively to children from infancy to adulthood (0-18yrs). Our aim is to optimise your child's physical development and functional performance throughout the various stages of their development..

Services delivered at Allsports Paediatric Physiotherapy include:

• Developmental assessments  
• Hard Core Kids®        

-    Motor development and co-ordination classes

-    Cardio classes

-    Pilates classes

• Treatment of  musculoskeletal and sporting injuries
• Treatment of infant postural conditions
• Minimising pain and impact on physical function related to growth and growth  
• Treatment of  posture related pain
• Management of spinal pain and conditions including scoliosis
• Management of orthopaedic conditions  
• Core strength training and sports conditioning
• Chest physiotherapy

Allsports Paediatric Physiotherapy provides the physiotherapy program for The Glenleighden School.  The Glenleighden School is a school for children with Primary Language Disorders.  This program is developed based on the physical profiles of each child and aims to optimise the education outcomes for each student.

Allsports Paediatric Physiotherapy now offers consultations at Max’s House in Red Hill.  Bookings for our Red Hill room can be made by calling 32781008.  The address of Max’s House is 131 Arthur Tce, Red Hill.

Hard Core Kids® is a unique physiotherapy based exercise program for kids, from 3-18yrs. Hard Core Kids® was developed by our Managing Partner Nicole Haynes to create a fun, dynamic exercise environment for children targeted to optimise their physical development.

We have a variety of classes to suit the child at their various levels of development.  Hard Core Kids – Motor Development -  This class is for toddlers through to around 13 yrs and aims to facilitate and optimize postural control, core stability, motor development and co-ordination in growing children.

Hard Core Kids®-Cardio – This class is for children 6yrs and over and aims to develop a child’s endurance and fitness.  It may be used as part of a weight management program for overweight or obese children.

Hard Core Kids®- Pilates – This class is for older children and provides specific core stability training, postural education and motor control.

Initial individual assessment by one of our physiotherapists is required for all children to determine suitability prior to enrolment in classes. The classes are then incorporated into an indivdualised program to address the specific needs and goals of your child. Classes run parallel to the school terms and in addition we offer holiday programs throughout the year.

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Staff

Nicole Haynes

Nicole has enjoyed working with children for many years.  Before becoming a physiotherapist Nicole completed a Bachelors Degree in Human Movement Science and spent a number of years working as a personal trainer which included developing school gym programs and implementing strength programs for children with disabilities..  Nicole has also worked as a swimming instructor/coach and spent 4years abroad working as a nanny.

Upon completion of her physiotherapy degree Nicole followed her passion to become the managing partner of the Allsports Paediatric clinic at Sherwood; with the aim to provide physiotherapy services exclusively to children.

Nicole provides physiotherapy services for children of all ages. She has developed and coordinates Hard Core Kids^® which is a unique class-based program specifically designed to optimise the physical development of children.  Nicole understands the impact a child’s physical profile may have on all areas of a child’s development and enjoyment of life.  She gets immense satisfaction from helping children achieve their potential.

Elise Alexander

Elise initially joined the Allsports Physiotherapy team in 2005 whilst still a student at the University of Queensland.  After graduating as a Physiotherapist, she accepted a position co-located at the Indooroopilly and Sherwood clinics where she was treating both adult musculoskeletal and paediatric populations. Since 2010 she has been able to pursue her passion in paediatric Physiotherapy, working full time at Allsports Paediatrics at Sherwood.

As part of her role, Elise also works one day a week at Glenleighden School in Fig Tree Pocket - a school for children with primary speech disorders. There she is enjoying the opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team to provide the best outcomes for children with special needs. She has found it very rewarding to see the benefits of Physiotherapy in not only improving a child’s physical ability and self-esteem, but also translating to improvements in other areas of life such as fine motor, speech and social skills.

Elise has a vested interest in postural awareness, especially within the adolescent population. She has experience treating teenagers, especially those with posturally-related neck and back pain or scoliosis. Last year, she was involved in the introduction of a Pilates-based HCK ™ class to specifically target these patients. She is confident that promoting good postural habits early in life will help to prevent the occurrence of ongoing neck or back pain in adulthood.

Kajal Patel

Kajal has always had a passion for working with children.  She graduated from the University of Queensland with a Masters in Physiotherapy Studies and also holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, from the University of Alberta, in Canada. 

Kajal has experience with musculoskeletal injuries working on the field with junior (6-21yrs) rugby league teams.  Her areas of interest include musculoskeletal management, injury prevention and developmental exercise prescription.

Kajal previously worked as the Children’s Activity Coordinator for the University of Alberta, organising a variety of sports including wall climbing, fitness programming, swimming and gymnastics for children 4-18 years of age.  She developed and implemented a Fun and Fitness initiative for primary school children stressing the importance of physical activity and healthy nutritional practices. She also has a keen interest in sports and recreation and has gained valuable experience in exercise prescription and healthy lifestyle management as a Kinesiologist and certified personal trainer working with both adult and paediatric populations. 

Kajal strongly believes that all children should have the opportunity to participate in physical activities and is excited to be involved in helping children achieve this goal. 

Hours of Opening:
By appointment Mon - Sat
Hard Core Kids® Classes - after school and Saturday mornings

Contact
P: 3278 1008
F: 3278 2320
Email: Sherwood@allsportsphysio.com.au