Melissa Clifford
Melissa Clifford
I find it rewarding helping people return to their daily activities whether it be caring for their children, working, sports or other hobbies without discomfort.
Qualifications & Associations
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy | La Trobe University | 2010
- Member Australian Hand Therapy Association
Special Interests
Melissa has a special interest and expertise in treating:
Melissa has expertise in fabricating:
Due to an autoimmune condition, the mobility of my fingers and hands have become quite constrictive. I have been a patient of Melissa Clifford’s from the beginning of my diagnosis and she has managed my condition exceptionally well. Melissa’s professionalism, ability to listen to my feedback and provide suitable hand therapy has been outstanding.
– ELENA R
Experience & Professional Development
Melissa has over 11 years of hand therapy treatment experience:
- Melbourne Hand Rehab – Hand Therapist
- Bendigo Health – Physiotherapist (3 years) including an 8 month hand therapy rotation on the Grade 1 program
Attendances:
- Impact Healthia Conference | 2024
- Hand Faculty Assessment & Management of the Wrist Course | 2024
- Exercise Prescription for Elbow Tendinopathy Workshop | 2024
- AHTA National Conference | 2023 & 2024
- Australian Department of Health, Infection Control Training – COVID 19 – March 2020
- Advanced fracture management workshop | 2019
- GEMt Level 1 dry needling course | 2019
- Management of Common Hands Workshop
- Scar Management from a Therapy Perspective
- Aquatic Physiotherapy in Musculoskeletal Rehab
- Level 1 Lyn Watson Shoulder Course
About Melissa Clifford
My approach to care: I strive to achieve the best possible outcome with a thorough rehabilitation plan for all patients.
I love travelling and exploring the outdoors. I also enjoy crafts such as sewing and crocheting.
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Clinic Locations
Melissa is a Senior Clinician and available for consultation at the following clinics:
HOW CAN WE HELP?
For enquiries and appointments please call 03 9458 5166 or conveniently book online.