Function & Form Physiotherapy & Exercise

About

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Physiotherapy La Trobe University, Melbourne

Graduate Diploma in Exercise for Rehabilitation, Victoria University, Melbourne

Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement), University of Ballarat, Ballarat

ATHLETIC AND OCCUPATIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Rebecca has a keen and continued involvement in sport, exercise and rehabilitation, with particular interest in core stability training and pilates. Rebecca trained as as an athlete  under the Strength and Conditioning Coach at the Victorian Institute of Sport, and later developed weekend seminars and lectured in the instruction of specialized exercise prescription and Fitness Leadership Courses at Holmesglen TAFE.

Rebecca competed as a Track Cyclist for 7 years and 5 years  in Figure Sculpting.  Winning her first competition at the Overall State Titles INBA,   third in the INBA International Natural Olympia in  and winning the ANB Asia Pacific.

Since graduating from  Applied Science Human Movement, Rebecca’s  roles in the fitness industry have included Gymnasium Instructor, Gym Manager, Trainer, and  Co-author of an on line personal training program and application.

A physiotherapist passionate about  Pilates, and registered as a Level 3 Clinical Pilates Instructor, Rebecca has provided physiotherapy sports coverage, pre-season screening, and injury management for numerous sporting groups and teams, from the Western Jets-TAC Cup, Masters Swimming, Hockey, Triathlon, Marathon, Soccer, Cricket, Motor Cross and Rowing.   Rebecca relishes the challenge of technique analysis and understanding each sport and managing the entire fitness and rehabilitation requirements of the individual.

Her physiotherapy techniques rely predominantly on manual therapy and exercise prescription. Rebecca’s a varied back ground  provides her with unique skills in exercise prescription, utilizing strength, flexibility and Pilates principles to analyse occupational and sports related injuries.

Rebecca also develops training programs  to enhance quality of life, stress relief, and promote healthy aging. These programs are structured around injury minimization, addressing each individual’s health requirements including recent surgeries, hospitalizations, illness and overall wellness. Appropriate progression are structured  to reach set goals and keep motivation high.

PRACTICE BEGINNINGS

Function and Form began on the Lower North Shore in 2007 whilst working full time as a Physiotherapist (although also a qualified Exercise Physiologist).  Amongst her physiotherapy patients there was a growing demand to administer a more functional top end rehabilitation following injury or surgery.  Thus began Function and Form Physiotherapy and Exercise North Sydney, a boutique personal training studio for intimate one on one or two on one training sessions, combined with physiotherapy.

Client Type

Sports Physiotherapy for elite athletes in many sports as well as the weekend exerciser, City to Surf Runners, Masters Swimming, Soccer, Tennis and Rowing to name but a few.
Including Sport Specific Injury Management, Preseason Injury Screening, Rehabilitation and Core Strength training programs.
From children with fractures, adolescents with Postural issues, Workplace Ergonomics, Occupational injuries, and Wellness Programs for the elderly.
Nutritional programs to enhance wellness, athletic performance and for weight loss.
General fitness and Weight Loss Training Sessions to promote muscle tone, strength, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and agility.
Pilates both mat and reformer for all ages and abilities.
Function and Form was born from the thought that not only should we be driven to look good, but to have optimal function too.

Expertise

• ANKLE/FOOT: SPRAINS, FRACTURES, MUSCLE TEARS
• KNEE: LIGAMENT RUPTURES- ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL, STRAINS, PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN, FRACTURES, POST KNEE RECONSTRUCTION, ARTHROSCOPE OR REPLACEMENT
• HIP: ARTHRITIS, BURSITIS, POST JOINT REPLACEMENT, ARTHROSCOPE
• LUMBAR SPINE– INSTABILITIES, DISC INJURY, FACET JOINT DISORDERS, SPONDYLOLITHESIS
• THORACIC SPINE/ RIB
• SHOULDER: IMPINGEMENT, BURSITIS, JOINT INJURY, ARTHRITIS, INSTABILITY, POST RECONSTRUCTION
• ELBOW: DISLOCATION, FRACTURE, STIFFNESS
• WRIST: INSTABILITIES, FRACTURES
• NECK/ HEAD ACHE: WEAKNESS, DISC PROLAPSE, POST SURGERY, CHRONIC MIGRAINE/ HEADACHE

Function & Form Physiotherapy & Exercise in North Sydney, Sydney, NSW categorized under specialising in services such as Neck Pain Physio, Sports Physio, Clinical Pilates.

Other services by Function & Form Physiotherapy & Exercise are Joint Pain Physio, Physiotherapy, Soft Tissue Massage, Shoulder injury Physio, Musculoskeletal injury Physio, Back Pain Physio, Pilates Classes.

Call the staff at Function & Form Physiotherapy & Exercise to make a booking with our friendly staff.

Services

RUNNING ANALYSIS
EXERCISE REHABILITATION
POST OPERATIVE REHABILITATION
MODELLING/ CATWALK PREPARATION- NUTRITIO
PILATES
CORE TRAINING FOR ENHANCED ATHLETIC PERF
EXERCISE FOR LONGEVITY AND ENHANCED QUAL
NECK PAIN AND STIFFNESS

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MASSAGE THERAPY

Reviews

“You might do the heavy lifting, but having someone like Rebecca can change the speed and effectiveness of these exercise.

Rebecca takes the time to understand both what you need and want – which is often different. She also takes the time to teach and show you how to exercise properly.

End result – in 5 months, 7% body fat loss, 4kg increase in lean mass.

I couldn’t be happier, and would recommend her to anyone who’s looking for help in recovery, strength and toning, or just a little edge.”

“Rebecca is the best in the business!! She helps keep my family healthy and in good shape.”

“My wife and I have been having PT sessions with Rebecca for over 12 months and under her titulage her combined skillsets of physio and body sculpting and our hard work have really transformed out bodies. I highly recommend her.”

“Rebecca’s diagnostic skills are very impressive. Her passion to her work is evident within minutes of her first consult. I highly recommend Rebecca!”

“Function and Form – is directed by Rebecca Micich – a talented athlete. She is also a fantastic physiotherapist. She has improved my technique, my strength and my form. She is committed and compassionate. She can motivate you and give you the form you need to succeed. She never says “you can’t”, she says “this is what you need to do to achieve that goal”. As a runner, I really appreciate her approach.”