Jeremy Whaikwa

Jeremy is a highly qualified and experienced physiotherapist based in Brisbane, Australia. He has a passion for helping people achieve their health and wellness goals through a combination of manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Jeremy has developed a particular interest in treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, such as back pain, neck pain, and sports injuries. He is committed to providing a holistic approach to treatment, taking into account each patient's unique needs and circumstances. Jeremy is known for his compassionate and patient-centered approach, and his ability to help his patients achieve their goals in a safe and effective manner. He continues to stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field of physiotherapy to provide his patients with the highest quality care possible.

Personal

  • Born: Brisbane, Australia
  • Ancestry: New Zealand (Maori) and Australian
  • Sports: Rugby, Touch, Body building
  • Jeremy started Physio in 2008, graduated in 2011 with a bachelor of health science (Physiotherapy) 
  • Founded Fit Physio in 2012


Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) - AUT University
  • Primal movement Chains (Dr. Perry)
  • Wim Hoff technique (Wim Hof) 
  • Be Activated Level 1 & 2 (Douglas Heel) x 2 
  • RPR Level 1 & 2 
  • Rock tape 
  • Acupuncture and Dry needling
  • First Aid
  • Member of Australian Physiotherapy Association
  • Rocabado technique training (Sue Lister)
  • Photobiomodulation (Australian Institute of Laser Therapy)


Achievements

  • Mr. Physique Counties Manakau 2017
  • Highest grades for Pacific/Maori Physiotherapy student over 4 years
  • 2 year voluntary mission: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints - Philippines Manila Mission
  • Provincial rugby representative

Experience

Repetitive Lifting

  • Power lifting
  • Body building
  • Lower back, hip and shoulder strains and sprains


Sports Physio

  • Sport  of life
  • Weekend Warriors
  • Rugby, netball, basketball, tennis, Body building ...


Post surgery rehab

  • Rotator cuff repairs,
  • ACL reconstructions
  • Pec Major repairs
  • biceps tendon repairs,
  • Hip and knee replacements ...


Work injuries

  • WorkCover
  • Repetiitive strain injury
  • Accidents, office and desk pain, tennis elbow, bursitis...


Elderly Care

  • DVA
  • Falls prevention, osteoporosis, OA, sciatic ...


Health Conditions

  • NDIS
  • Chronic disease management plans (EPC)
  • Medicare
  • Fatigue, anxiety, depression, weight loss, chronic pain ...


Athletes

  • Performance enhancement
  • NZIFBB champs, world record power lifters, international rugby and rugby 7's ...