Chigwell Osteopathy & Physiotherapy Clinic

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As company director and co-founder Robert is part of the driving force behind our multidisciplinary approach. Robert has been strongly influenced by his mother, a chartered physiotherapist with 40 years’ experience. Robert graduated as an Osteopath in 2000 and subsequently furthered his education with several postgraduate courses, notably in medical acupuncture, electrotherapy and clinical Pilates (the latter with the renowned Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute). As well as treating sports injuries and tension headaches, Robert’s other main area of special interest is the management of patients with chronic low back pain and neck pain associated with disc problems.

Ann is our head physio and the clinic manager at Chigwell. Ann used to work for the prestigious and world renowned “Bobath Centre”, she has many years experience as both a physiotherapist and a physiotherapy manager in the NHS and private sectors. Ann, who is Robert’s mother, works closely with our osteopaths and they with her, she helps coordinate the smooth running and patient management at all our clinics.

Rodrigo is an enthusiastic, confident, hardworking, and ambitious practitioner who is passionate about his work. Rodrigo has a strong personal interest in wellbeing and the workings of the human body, he has been involved in with sports and fitness since the age of 18 when he took a four-year degree in physical education, subsequently qualifying in massage therapy, personal training, Pilates and most recently as an Osteopath. Rodrigo works at our Woodford Clinic on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Ben is one of our most senior osteopaths, having worked at our Chigwell clinic for over 7 years. Ben is recognised by all (major) medical insurance companies including BUPA. Having supplemented his osteopathic training with post graduate courses in medical acupuncture and electrotherapy, Ben is able to offer treatment for a wide range of conditions using a combination of various approaches. His special interests lie in classical osteopathy and treatment of the elderly.

Juan has been working at Spine Plus since 2013! Juan is a highly qualified and experienced osteopath, who is key member of the Spine Plus team. Juan has built a strong reputation for excellent hands-on therapy combined with a multidisciplinnary approach for treating back pain, sports injuries and other muscle and joint problems. Juan is currently our head trainer for clients requiring one to one corrective exercise, or who need to build their core strength and spinal stability.

Akin originates from Turkey and in 2018 graduated from the University College of Osteopathy with a Masters in Osteopathy.  From a young age, he knew he wanted to be an osteopath having been treated by one following several injuries after a horse riding incident.
Additionally, he has many years experience in sports massage, medical acupuncture/dry needling, Kinesio and active taping which he can use to enhance his osteopathic treatments. Akin always aims to provide therapy with both enthusiasm and professionalism in an effort to encourage wellness in all his patients.

As a highly experienced and qualified Postural Alignment and Corrective Exercise Specialist, Veena’s work involves identifying muscular imbalances in the body and then designing personalised corrective exercise programs. Veena is highly passionate about her work and is a valuable source of feedback and advice to the rest of our clinical team.

Gloria is a highly qualified and experienced Physiotherapist. Prior to joining Spine Plus, Gloria worked as a part time physiotherapist at The Holly Private Hospital for 15 years. She was also a Senior Lecturer / Team leader at the University of East London working to deliver the Physiotherapy Undergraduate and Post – Graduate programmes. 

Gloria has extensive experience having worked alongside many Consultants and GP’s in private practice (Musculoskeletal, Out Patient and In-patient) and is thereby able to deliver the highest commitment to quality and best clinical practice. 

Gloria has a Master’s Degree in physiotherapy, with extensive learning and knowledge at Post Graduate level of Musculoskeletal dysfunctions – Sports and Injuries. Gloria is a member of the several professional bodies such as the HPC (Health Professionals Council), the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapists in the UK) and is also currently pursuing a part time Doctorate Degree in Physiotherapy.