Petra earned her Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the University of Canberra and has gained extensive experience in both private practice and hospital settings. She has worked with athletes and individuals of all backgrounds, including with football teams in the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) and the Victorian Football League (VFL), in particular the Sandringham Zebras. This experience has given her a deep understanding of the physical demands of sports and the importance of rehabilitation.
Petra has a strong interest in Women’s Health, along with extensive experience in managing both acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries, especially those affecting the neck, back, hip, and knee. She is passionate about helping her patients recover and return to activities they love, whether that’s sports or daily tasks. Petra is also GLA:D trained, providing evidence-based treatments for individuals with hip and knee osteoarthritis, focusing on improving function, reducing pain, and enhancing quality of life.
In addition to her clinical work, Petra leads group and one-on-one Clinical Pilates sessions. She offers pre and post-natal Pilates classes, helping women during and after pregnancy to improve strength, flexibility, and overall well-being. Petra integrates physiotherapy with exercise-based rehabilitation, guiding patients from injury recovery to ongoing maintenance, with an emphasis on pain relief, strength, and injury prevention.
Outside of work, Petra enjoys hiking and participating in sports like swimming, running, and netball. She stays active and finds joy in maintaining a healthy lifestyle while inspiring others to do the same.
