5 /5 Danielle Jarvis: Finding a physiotherapist who truly understands a dancers body and the dance choreography required to perform is rare. We were incredibly fortunate to find Natalie Mikic at Symmetry Physiotherapy in Ascot Vale. The team/staff at the clinic are so welcoming and friendly.
We initially went to Natalie for a pre-pointe assessment, a crucial first step for any ballet dancer. It was during this thorough and insightful evaluation that we first saw her expertise in action.
When my daughter Tayla’s first knee injury struck, there was no question who wed turn to. I was straight on the phone to Natalie, her personal service is just beyond. Natalies dance background shone through in her treatment plan. She didnt just focus on the injury itself; she looked at the underlying cause, addressing technique and muscle imbalances to prevent future issues. She guided my daughter Tayla through a long full recovery, giving her the confidence to return to the studio and perform on stage once again.
A year later, the devastating blow of knee injury number two occurred. While we were heartbroken, we also knew exactly where to go. The strong relationship Natalie had already built with my daughter meant we bypassed the initial fear and uncertainty. Natalie not only provided exceptional treatment but also became a trusted mentor, helping my daughter navigate the emotional and physical challenges of a second recovery. Natalie was also amazing keeping Tayla’s dance teachers updated on her step by step recovery. Her unwavering support and specialized knowledge, born from her own experience as a dancer, were the keys to my daughters successful and confident return to the stage. Natalie is more than a physiotherapist; shes an indispensable part of my daughters dance journey and now considered a true friend and part of our dance family. We also shared lots of laughs too which made Tayla more comfortable during treatments.
Natalie has also supported and treated other dancers from Anderson Dance Company in Moonee Ponds too. I strongly believe she’s a true miracle worker and highly recommend her as a confident, trustworthy and supportive physiotherapist.