Who we are
Citrus Rehabilitation is a Canberra-based allied health clinic delivering specialised women’s health care through exercise physiology, physiotherapy and dietetics.
We support strength, confidence, and long-term function through personalised care designed to meet changing bodies, life stages, and goals.
Our approach
The Citrus Way
Our approach is refreshingly different. Everything we do is evidence-based and connected to your real life so movement feels achievable and sustainable. Our take on rehabilitation is that it should show you a brighter path forward, not keep you in a loop, so you can squeeze more out of life.
Our Services
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Exercise Physiology
As accredited exercise physiologists, we combine evidence-based exercise with personalised care to get you stronger, healthier, and keep symptoms and injuries in check.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy uses movement-based care to help reduce pain, restore movement, rebuild strength and stability, and return you to what you love.
Pre & Post Natal Care
We support you with structured exercise throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period so you can feel strong, capable, and confident in your body.
Clinical Pilates (Coming Soon)
From rehab to resilience, clinical Pilates supports recovery, movement quality, and long-term wellbeing.
Dietetics
As registered dietitians, we guide you in using food and nutrition as core ingredients for health and wellbeing.
Welcome To Our Clinic
With private consultation rooms and a fully equipped gym, we offer a safe, uplifting environment where progress and wellbeing are nurtured through expert guidance and a fresh take on rehabilitation.
Our Team
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Founder / Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Kayla Tsakalos
Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) ESSAM Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation
Kayla loves helping people get back to what they love, especially sport, having played in various football codes herself. Well-known for her own “tough trot on the paddock,” Kayla’s expertise lies particularly in musculoskeletal and women’s health care. She’ll also talk endlessly about her dog, Koda, if you let her!
Founder / Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Eiland Kenyon
Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) ESSAM Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation
Having represented Australia in ice hockey, Eiland brings her energy from the rink to the clinic, plus a passion for women’s health, neurological care, and her dog, Blue. She helps clients discover what their bodies can do and find joy in movement.
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Amelia Hayne
Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) ESSAM Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation
Amelia brings steady positivity to every session, with specialisation in paediatrics and oncology. Through movement and conversation, she helps people feel safe and make progress. Amelia’s also always up for a laugh, a good chat, or swapping the latest recipe ideas.
Admin Queen
Laura Hartley
Laura’s a people-person through and through, and is driven by helping others feel good. She’s big on health, movement, and family. Laura keeps active with yoga, Pilates, and her spoodle, Frankie, all while embracing life as a proud mum and grandma.
Practice Momanger
Erin Pittard
Erin has a real knack for supporting others with a background in high-end retail and small business management. When she’s off-duty, you can find her with her beautiful family, at live music events, and flexing her creativity as a professional makeup artist.
Common Conditions
learn moreDisorders affecting bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons can make movement painful and challenging, whether from sudden injuries or longer-term conditions. We use evidence-based exercise and holistic care to help you rebuild strength, improve function, and feel better moving again.
Women have specific biological, social and cultural experiences that influence our health across our life’s seasons. Our approach is personalised, evidence-based, strength-focused and sustainable so that even through changes, you can keep moving and feeling in your element.
Autoimmune conditions occur when instead of protecting against infection, the immune system targets the body’s healthy cells. This can lead to inflammation and other symptoms. Through evidence-based exercise, we help you manage symptoms and support your quality of life.
Disorders affecting the nervous system (the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves) can influence movement, balance, strength, and everyday function. With care and expertise, we can help you manage symptoms, like fatigue and coordination challenges, build functional capacity, and maintain independence.
Mental health challenges can take the spark out of your energy and routine. We use exercise as a practical tool to help rebuild structure, regulate mood, strengthen the body, and create small, steady wins that add up to brighter days.
Metabolic conditions influence how the body processes energy, like an engine that isn’t running efficiently. This can affect strength, stamina, and long-term health. With evidence-based exercise and dietetics, we support metabolic function, healthy habits and body composition so things run more smoothly.
When the respiratory system has to work overtime to deliver oxygen, life can feel heavier and harder. Exercise-based rehabilitation helps strengthen respiratory muscles and lung capacity, taking some of that load off so you can breathe easier and move in greater comfort.
As exercise physiologists, movement is at the heart (pun intended) of how we manage cardiovascular conditions. With structured strength and conditioning work, we enhance heart function and circulation and build endurance so you enjoy life without missing a beat.
Structured strength and balance training is one of the most effective strategies for keeping you sure-footed as you age. Let’s work together to maintain your capabilities, reduce the risk of trips and tumbles, and help you stay active and steady in everyday life.
Exercise can significantly improve the effectiveness and uptake of chemotherapy. It can also ground you during treatment cycles and post-surgery. We individualise and closely monitor your program to help you manage fatigue, keep your strength, sleep better, and feel more capable returning to daily life.
Adolescence is when we lay the building blocks for confident movement. With supervised, age-appropriate training, we help young people develop bone density, coordination, strength and movement skills as well as find a zest for exercise that becomes the foundation for healthy, active lives.
“Citrus Rehab have made a big difference to my positive rehab after a long illness. I feel at home in exercise classes with others who don’t have these challenges. Good balance of personal attention and doing my program . Both Kayla and Eiland are fantastic - motivational, empathetic but always pushing you to your personal best.”
Leanne Ward
“The whole team at Citrus has created such a positive, encouraging environment. I always feel listened to, cared for, and empowered. I’m so grateful for their support and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to any mums-to-be or anyone in need of thoughtful, holistic, expert rehabilitation.”
Alysha Mcfarlane
“Citrus Rehabilitation is phenomenal! I cannot recommend them highly enough. Eiland is truly incredible and she has helped me immensely. I would be lost without her.”
Kate Lynch
FAQs
Get in touchWhile both professions work closely together to support your health and recovery, the way we approach your care can look a little different.
Physiotherapy often focuses on diagnosing and treating acute injuries, pain, and movement limitations through hands on treatment, assessment, and early stage rehabilitation.
Exercise Physiology focuses on using tailored exercise as medicine to help manage chronic health conditions, build strength and confidence, improve long term function, and bridge the gap between rehabilitation and returning to the things they love.
Think of it this way: Physio may help calm things down, while Exercise Physiology helps you build back up. Together they make the perfect blend!
We recommend wearing something comfortable that you can move freely in! Depending on your goals, injury, or condition, your Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist may guide you through a few movement-based assessments to help us better understand how your body is moving and how we can best support you. Think activewear, comfy clothing, and enclosed shoes. Comfort is always best!
Of course, Bubs are always welcome! We understand that flexibility is important, especially during the postpartum season. We simply ask that, where possible, you bring a pram or carrier option to help keep your little one safe and comfortable if we head into the gym space. This also allows your practitioner to focus on supporting you throughout your session.
Absolutely! While Citrus has a strong focus on women’s health, our team is experienced in supporting people of all genders.
Our team doesn’t offer home visits! We’ve designed our clinic space and gym to give you the best possible Citrus experience, with access to all the equipment, movement space, and hands-on support your practitioner may need.
If getting into the clinic is tricky, don’t stress — Telehealth is available across all of our services, so we can still support you from the comfort of home.
Nope! No referral required to squeeze your way into Citrus. You can book directly with any of our practitioners whenever you’re ready.
If you do have a referral from your GP, specialist, or healthcare team, simply send it over toadmin@citrusrehab.com.auand we’ll handle the rest.
Life happens, we totally get it! We simply ask for at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. Cancellations made within 48 hours will incur the full consultation fee.
This gives us enough time to offer your appointment to another client who may be eagerly waiting to squeeze into the clinic, while also helping our practitioners make the best use of their time.
If you’re feeling under the weather, please let us know as early as possible so we can help find another suitable time for you.
At Citrus, we like to keep things smooth, simple, and stress free! While you may not spot a physical receptionist in the clinic, our lovely admin team are working hard behind the scenes remotely to keep everything running seamlessly.
Payments are processed securely through our online billing system, Tyro Health. Your payment details will be entered when completing your initial forms, and your consultation fee will be processed 24 hours prior to your appointment. Once payment has been squeezed through successfully, you’ll receive a receipt via email.
Claiming with private health? Easy, your rebate will be processed before the remaining consultation amount is charged. If you’re using a Medicare referral, rebates are typically back in your account within 24–48 business hours.
Tyro Health is a trusted and secure payment platform. If you’d like to learn more about their security measures, you can read more here:https://www.tyrohealth.com/security/
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Get back to what feels good. Let’s create a personalised plan to help you move better and refresh your zest for life.
