Jeremy Whaikwa

Physiotherapist — Fit Physiotherapy Qld

Jeremy Whaikawa is the founder and head physiotherapist at Fit Physiotherapy Qld, operating from the True Health Heals clinic in Inala, Brisbane. With more than a decade of clinical experience, Jeremy works with patients across a range of musculoskeletal concerns, including back pain, neck pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, sports injuries, and work-related injuries. His approach combines manual therapy, exercise prescription, and patient education, with each treatment plan tailored to the individual's assessment findings and goals. Jeremy believes the patient is an active participant in their own recovery, and he places a strong emphasis on equipping patients to understand and care for their condition over the long term.
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Personal

  • Born in Australia, raised in Northland, New Zealand from age two
  • Ancestry: Māori (paternal) and Australian (maternal)
  • Sports background: rugby, touch, bodybuilding
  • Began physiotherapy studies in 2008; graduated 2011 with a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
  • AHPRA-registered as a physiotherapist since 2017
  • Founded Fit Physiotherapy in 2012

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy), AUT University
  • AHPRA Registered Physiotherapist
  • Member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association
  • Primal Movement Chains (Dr Perry)
  • Be Activated Levels 1 and 2 (Douglas Heel) — completed multiple times
  • RPR Levels 1 and 2
  • RockTape
  • Western Acupuncture and Dry Needling — including segmental needling
  • Photobiomodulation, Australian Institute of Laser Therapy
  • First Aid

Continuing Education

  • Jeremy has attended workshops and seminars on a range of topics to support his clinical practice, including the Wim Hof Method.

Achievements

  • Joint recipient of an award for highest academic results among Pacific and Māori Physiotherapy students over the four-year programme, Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
  • Mr Physique, Counties Manukau 2017
  • Provincial rugby representative


Clinical Experience

Jeremy works with patients across a broad range of musculoskeletal presentations, including:


Repetitive Loading and Strength-Based Concerns

  • Powerlifters, bodybuilders, and others experiencing lower back, hip, or shoulder strains and overuse injuries.


Sports Physiotherapy

  • Athletes and weekend warriors across rugby, netball, basketball, tennis, bodybuilding, and other sports.


Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

  • Including rotator cuff repairs, ACL reconstructions, pectoralis major repairs, biceps tendon repairs, and hip or knee replacements.


Work-Related Injuries

  • WorkCover, repetitive strain injury, office and desk-related discomfort, tennis elbow, bursitis.


Older Adults

  • DVA-funded clients, falls prevention, osteoarthritis-related concerns, and sciatica.


Chronic Conditions and Funded Programmes

  •  NDIS-funded clients, Chronic Disease Management Plans (EPC), Medicare-funded sessions for chronic pain.


Athletes 

  • Working with athletes across a range of disciplines including bodybuilding, powerlifting, rugby, and rugby sevens — supporting recovery, injury rehabilitation, and physical preparation.

Fit Physiotherapy Qld provides physiotherapy services from the True Health Heals clinic in Inala. All physiotherapy services are delivered by AHPRA-registered physiotherapists. Principal Physiotherapist: Jeremy Whaikawa (AHPRA Registration No. PHY0002129140).