Ayana Thomas

• Performed comprehensive patient assessments and formulated effective, clinically reasoned treatment plans.
• Collaborated with physiotherapy team to provide effective service and involvement in development and implementation of departmental policies.
• Provides Pre and Post Rehab Treatment Program for patients who had undergone Orthopedic surgery (e.g. Total knee replacements, Total Hip replacements, Rotator cuff tendon repair, ACL reconstruction)
• Handles variety of caseloads such as Sporting injuries, Work-related injuries, Cervicogenic dizziness, Vertigo and TMJ dysfunctions.
• Provided patients with pain management techniques, including Soft tissue release, manual therapy and therapeutic exercises
• Exposed to wide range of Case load (e.g. NDIS, MAIC patients, Workers compensation patients, Enhanced Primary Care plan patients and DVA patients)
• Evaluated patient need for rehabilitative equipment and mobility aids to improve safety and functioning within home.
• Maintained clinical professional development by incorporating new treatment trends and research.
• Exhibited competence in Musculoskeletal & Neuromuscular assessment techniques and skills to accomplish patients maximum rehabilitation.

• Reviewed patient medical history and referral notes from other medical practitioners to understand health problems and suggest appropriate physiotherapy regimen to facilitate movement for daily activities.
• Evaluated effectiveness of treatment plans and implemented modifications.
• Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
• Demonstrated proper form and monitored patients during exercises.
• Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
• Updated and maintained notes to reflect on patient progress and treatments.
• Provides Pre and Post Rehab Treatment Program for patients who had undergone Orthopedic surgery (e.g. Total knee replacements, Total Hip replacements, Rotator cuff tendon repair)
• Balance and Falls risk Assessment and management

• Plan, prepare, or carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring holistic care for athletes and optimal outcomes.
• Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
• Designed individualized home exercise programs for continued progress outside of therapy sessions.
• Administer manual exercises, massage, or traction to help relieve pain, increase athletes’ strength, and prevent any further injury.

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• · A dedicated Sports Physiotherapist who handles National Athletes. Expose to different kind of sports and musculoskeletal injuries.
• Provides Pre and Post Rehab Treatment Program for the National athletes to prevent any further injuries.
• Also design Sports specific strength and conditioning program for various sports. Well trained for BLS and First Aid skills for sports injury cases.
• Evaluated athlete progress regularly through objective measures and functional testing to determine readiness for return-to-sport activities.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on industry trends and best practices

• ·A dedicated Physiotherapist responsible in managing in-patient and out patient caseloads in hospital setting. Performing Assessment in patients who had Neurological and Orthopaedic cases eg.Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Shoulder surgeries, Joint replacements, ACL Reconstruction, Cervical and Lumbar spinal fusion
• Conducted Community/Home visits for elderly patients with wide range of cases from eg. Post Operative condition and Neurological conditions (eg. Stroke, TBI and Post op CABG)
• Formulates and design treatments including education for Post Op orders, Therapeutic exercise programs and collaboratively working as part of a Multidisciplinary team.
• Instructed patients in safe and effective way of mobilising and negotiation of stairs
  and other walking equipment prescribed for their treatment in preparation for discharged planning.
• Helped patients adapt to use of braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic/orthotic devices if required.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with complex conditions.
• Facilitated successful discharges from rehabilitation facilities through close collaboration with patients, families, and medical teams during transition planning processes.
• Participated in ongoing professional development to stay informed of advancements in physiotherapy practice and improve service delivery.