MEET THE TEAM
Kim graduated in Sports Therapy in 1990. She then went on to set up her own private practice at Withdean Sports Centre and a few years later at the Dolphin centre in Haywards Heath.
She worked as Sports Therapist to Sally Gunnell during her athletic career, travelling abroad with her and other Team GB members. She has worked with U18 England girls volley ball team, and Hove rugby club men's and ladies teams, Preston Bowls club and currently works with Phoenix Colts athletic club, and other community sports clubs.
Kim has a particular interest in preventative treatment through muscle activation testing and specific functional training techniques.
Her treatments includes; Advanced soft tissue manipulation (an important part of her treatment), Myofascial techniques, kinesiology, Maitland and Mulligan joint mobilisations, kinesio taping (Rock tape), ultrasound, interferential, individualised rehabilitation for both sport and occupational, Thai massage and Thera flex treatment. Kim is also available for home treatment.
Kim is an active sports person enjoying endurance events, she is a passionate skier and ski tourer having completed the Haute Route Mountain biking - South Downs one day event and Exmoor challenge.
Athletics was her main sport as a youth, which gives her a particular interest in working with athletes.
KIM TREATS AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE
Former senior lecturer in Sports Therapy at The University of Chichester (10 years). Nik has treated at Sussex Injury Clinics for over 25 years and has over 20 years’ experience of pitch side and clinical therapy for Brighton Rugby Club and Hove Rugby Club , including women’s county games. His qualifications also include a Biology degree with the Open University, which he undertook to further his understanding and interest of the human body.
The many treatment techniques include advanced soft tissue manipulation, Maitland and Mulligan joint mobilisations, muscle energy/ Muscle Activation techniques (Doug Heel Be Activated), kinesio taping (Rock tape certified, level 1 & 2), Shock Wave, Ultrasound, Muscle Stim, Interferential and Tens, individualised rehabilitation for occupational, sport, pre and post-surgery.
Nik is a keen sports participant, participating in a wide range of different activities, including some extreme sports and walking his two chocolate Labradors.
NIK IS CURENTLY TREATING AT HOME (HOVE PARK AREA).
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Ella Trott graduated from London Metropolitan University in 2019 with MSc Sports Therapy. Before completing her masters, she graduated from the University of Portsmouth in Sports and Exercise Science with a 2:1.
Since summer 2020, Ella has been the Lead Sports Therapist for Haywards Heath Rugby Club providing pitch side first aid, treatments and rehabilitation plans to players. Ella has also worked with Football, Hockey and Netball teams.
Ella has worked at sporting events such as the London Marathon, Brighton Marathon, London Triathlons and long-distance cycling events providing pre and post event massage, treatments and recovery advice.
Treatments available with Ella include: muscle activation, sports massage (deep tissue, frictions, trigger pointing and myofascial release) Maitland joint mobilisations, Shockwave Therapy, Ultrasound Therapy, Theraflex treatment, sports taping and rehabilitation programmes tailored to an individual's sport and lifestyle.
Ella is an active person playing netball for Brighton Netball Club, rock climbing and strength training at the gym.
ELLA TREATS AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE
Angelo Serra, Chartered Physiotherapist - MSc (Hons) and Sports Therapist - BSc (Hons)
Angelo graduated in Sports Therapy in 2018 at the University of Chichester and has completed a Masters (MSc) in Physiotherapy at the University of Brighton.
Angelo has had experience working within team sports (rugby and football) and within a clinical setting as Graduate Sports therapist. Before starting his Masters in Physiotherapy, he worked for a year within NHS looking after the population more at risk of falls within the community setting.
During his rotations, he has broadened his knowledge in cardiorespiratory and neurological rehabilitation as well as orthopaedic and musculoskeletal. Angelo has a deep interest in tennis-related injuries and rehabilitation with tennis being his new favourite sport (closely followed by football and rugby).
Angelo's treatment techniques include Maitland and Mulligan joint mobilisations, advanced soft tissue manipulation and myofascial release, the Graston technique (to reduce adhesions and increase flexibility of stiff joints), M.E.T. (Muscle Energy Technique), Sports Taping, electrotherapy modalities and individualised rehabilitation programmes including pre and post surgery.
He was head therapist for Portsmouth Football Ladies team and has provided pitch side first-aid for Hove Rugby Team during training and match days.
Angelo loves to be active by training at the gym and playing weekly sport including Football and Tennis.
ANGELO TREATS AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE
James Hirst graduated from the University of Chichester in Sports Therapy.
During his studies James has had experience working within team sports which include Football and Volleyball and working with the England University Football Team providing pre and post event massage, managing injuries and providing treatments alongside providing pitch side first aid during matches.
Treatments available with James include: Sports massage (deep tissue, frictions, trigger point release), Maitland joint mobilisations, Shockwave Therapy, Ultrasound Therapy, sports taping and rehabilitation programmes tailored to an individual's sport and lifestyle.
James is an active person who enjoys various sports including football, running, cycling, climbing and paddle boarding. James has completed the London to Brighton bike ride five times and will be taking part in the Brighton marathon in April 2025.
JAMES TREATS AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE
Richard Pryer, Podiatrist.
Richard is a qualified podiatrist with an honours degree in Podiatric medicine from the University of Brighton and specialises in all areas of footcare from corn and callus removal, verruca treatment and the diagnosis and management of a range of musculoskeletal conditions. An avid sports fan, Richard has also been part of the medical team for the Brighton Marathon.
Richard has helped to establish the Laser Fungal Nail clinic at Withdean Sports Complex and is an expert in fungal nail conditions, qualified in the use of cutting edge technology like the Lunula cold laser and Clearanail micro-drilling technique.
Richard is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a member of The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists. He is looking forward to meeting you at the Withdean Treatment Rooms!
RICHARD TREATS AT THE BRIGHTON CENTRE
