Physiotherapist · Sports, Musculoskeletal & Post-Operative · Evolutio Richmond
Kelsi brings a Master of Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney, a background in elite athletic training, and Clinical Pilates certification to her work at Evolutio. She sees patients across sports injury, return-to-sport, post-operative rehabilitation, lower back pain, and chronic pain.
About Kelsi
The kind of physio you'd send someone you really care about.
Kelsi grew up in Canada and completed her Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia, where she also worked as an Athletic Trainer for UBC Varsity teams across softball, football, rugby, and field hockey. She was recognised with the Bob Hindmarch Award for Leadership within Varsity Athletics, which tells you something about how she operates in a team environment.
Before physiotherapy, she worked as a Certified Kinesiologist in Vancouver and spent two years as a yoga facilitator for the LoveYourBrain Foundation, working with people affected by traumatic brain injury. She then completed her Master of Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney before joining Evolutio in Richmond.
Since arriving in Australia, she has provided on-field physiotherapy for the Sydney Convicts rugby club, volunteered at Arc'teryx trail races including the Mount Buffalo 42km and 100km events, and continues to volunteer with Adaptive Climbing Victoria. Outside the clinic she's most at home in the mountains, which means she genuinely understands what it takes to push your body and what it costs to be sidelined. What to look for in a physiotherapist
Specialisations
Kelsi's background spans elite athletic training, community physiotherapy, and post-operative rehab. She brings genuine breadth alongside real depth in sports injury and lower back management.
Kelsi has extensive on-field and clinical experience managing sports injuries from acute presentation through to full return to play. She has worked across rugby, trail running, softball, field hockey, and football, and understands both the physical and psychological demands of competitive sport.
Evolutio servicesLower back injuries are one of Kelsi's particular strengths. She manages a broad musculoskeletal caseload including post-operative orthopaedics, chronic back pain, workplace injuries, and motor vehicle accident rehabilitation. She is experienced with WorkCover, TAC, NDIS, and EPC clients.
Kelsi has strong experience in post-surgical rehabilitation, including ACL reconstruction, shoulder, knee, and ankle procedures. She guides patients from early post-operative care through to full return to activity.
ACL rehab at EvolutioKelsi has particular strength managing injuries of the shoulder, knee, and ankle, drawing on her athletic training background and clinical experience across multiple sports and surgical presentations.
Kelsi has completed formal training in concussion management and is experienced in guiding athletes through graduated return-to-sport protocols following head injury. She understands both the clinical complexity and the competitive pressures athletes face during recovery.
Kelsi is trained in dry needling (Level 1, Parts A & B) and holds advanced taping qualifications through both Sports Medicine Australia and UBC. She integrates these as part of a broader evidence-based treatment approach rather than as standalone interventions.
Dry needling at EvolutioAdditional Qualification
Kelsi is a certified Stott Pilates Reformer practitioner (Merrithew, 2022) and integrates Clinical Pilates into her rehabilitation programmes. Rather than a generic approach, she tailors Pilates-based work to each patient's goals, capacity, and lifestyle. It's a useful tool for lower back rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, and building the kind of functional strength that reduces reinjury risk.
Qualifications
FAQ
Everything you need to know about booking with Kelsi and what to expect.
Book with KelsiWhat does Kelsi specialise in?
Sports injury and return-to-sport rehabilitation, lower back pain, post-operative rehabilitation, musculoskeletal physiotherapy, concussion management, and Clinical Pilates. She is also experienced with WorkCover, TAC, NDIS, and EPC clients.
Does Kelsi do Clinical Pilates?
Yes. Kelsi is a certified Stott Pilates Reformer practitioner and integrates Clinical Pilates into her rehabilitation approach, tailoring programmes to each patient's goals, capacity, and lifestyle. It's particularly useful for lower back rehabilitation and post-operative recovery.
Is Kelsi good for post-operative rehabilitation?
Yes. Kelsi has strong experience in post-surgical rehabilitation, including ACL reconstruction, shoulder, knee, and ankle procedures. She manages patients from early post-operative care through to full return to sport or activity.
Can Kelsi help with concussion recovery?
Yes. Kelsi has completed formal concussion management training and is experienced in guiding athletes through graduated return-to-sport protocols following head injury, balancing clinical requirements with the reality of competitive sport.
Is Kelsi good for trail runners or outdoor athletes?
Yes. Kelsi is an outdoor athlete herself and has volunteered as a physiotherapist at Arc'teryx trail races including the Mount Buffalo 42km and 100km events. She understands what it means to push your body in that context and what recovery genuinely requires.
What treatment techniques does Kelsi use?
Manual therapy, exercise prescription, Clinical Pilates, dry needling, advanced sports taping, and structured rehabilitation programming. Everything is tailored to the individual presentation rather than applied generically.
How do I book with Kelsi?
Book online directly into Kelsi's calendar, call 03 9100 3798, WhatsApp +61 430 436 531, or email info@evolutio.com.au.
Our Team
Evolutio is a multidisciplinary sports physio clinic in Richmond. Kelsi works collaboratively with the team — if she thinks someone else is better suited to your injury, she'll say so.
Service Areas
Centrally located in Richmond, easily accessible from across inner Melbourne.