Heidi graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Health Science degree, majoring in Movement Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy.
Heidi is interested in all musculoskeletal injuries in particular dance related injuries and rehabilitation. Having over 17 years of dance expertise herself, Heidi understands the strength and rigor that is required and enjoys completing thorough dance, technique and flexibility enhancement and pre-pointe assessments. She also has a strong interest in individualized exercise based therapy and technique corrections to aid with injury prevention and rehabilitation.
Heidi also has a particular interest in womens health physiotherapy which involves treatment and management of issues associated with incontinence, urinary urgency, pelvic floor dysfunction, pre, during and post-natal rehabilitation. Treatment techniques include pelvic floor activation and strengthening, bladder behavioural re-training and individualised pilates based exercise programmes.
Heidi is also a Cecchetti Associate Ballet Teacher, as well as a modern expressive teacher and receives great satisfaction seeing her students have fun and improve.
Outside of work, she loves to dance, travel the world and relax at the beach.
How can this event help me?
Navigating a rheumatology diagnosis can feel like learning a whole new language. ESR, CRP, seronegative, seropositive—what do they all mean, and why do they matter? With medical appointments often packed with information, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by unfamiliar terms and test results.
Join Dr Armando Faigl in our upcoming Lifestyle Event for an informative session where we break down the most common words and phrases used in rheumatology. We’ll help you understand the language of your condition so you can feel more confident in your healthcare journey. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have been managing your condition for years, this session is designed to provide clarity and answer your questions.
Armando will be exploring the following key areas:
This session will help make rheumatology language clearer and more approachable, giving you the confidence to navigate your healthcare with greater understanding. Join us on Wednesday, 30th April at 8:00 PM AEST for this live virtual event. As always, we welcome your questions and discussions to make this an engaging and supportive experience for everyone.
