Meet the Team
Kevin Abel MSc, MCSP
Clinical Director
Head Physiotherapist and APPI Pilates Instructor
Originally from the North West of Ireland, Kevin has been working in professional sports for the last 15 years.
Working with Premiership Footballers, All Blacks, World Champions and Olympians in multiple sports, he is passionate about getting his patients to a point where they can manage their own condition and get back to what they love.
When not at work, Kevin is a big fan of the outdoors and can often be found hiking in the Dales, Wild Swimming, or Skydiving over the Yorkshire coast.
Clinical Interests
- Sports Injuries
- Spinal Pain
- Human Movement
- Paediatric Sports Injuries
- Acupuncture
- Clinical Pilates
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Lucy Gittens BSc (Hons), MCSP
Senior Physiotherapist and APPI Pilates Instructor
Originally from Cheshire, Lucy currently works in both private practice and the world of professional sport.
A competitive mountain biker and self confessed adventure seeker, Lucy knows only too well how injuries can have an impact on you and your performance.
Lucy is passionate about preventing injuries and taking care of her clients holistically, helping to create positive lifestyle changes.
Clinical Interests
- Sports Injuries
- Low Back Pain
- Human Movement
- Yoga and Pilates
- Growth Related Issues
- Positive Lifestyle Changes
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Katy Stroomer, BSc (Hons), MCSP
Senior Physiotherapist, APPI Pilates Instructor and PINC&STEEL certified Cancer Rehab Therapist
Originally from Hertfordshire, Katy moved to York to study Physiotherapy and has been working in private MSK clinics in Yorkshire since graduating in 2018.
Katy's aim in practice is to empower patients to have the physical ability to do whatever they want to do, to the best of their abilities - pain free!
Katy is also a PINC & STEEL certified Cancer Rehab Therapist, with over three years experience assessing and treating females affected by cancer, during and after treatment, both in classes and 1:1 sessions.
When not at work Katy can be found in the gym, in a Pilates class, on a hockey pitch, or drinking cocktails!
Clinical interests:
- Pilates
- Female cancer rehabilitation
- Low back pain
- Exercise rehabilitation
- Prevention of de-conditioning in elderly patients
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Dr Vani Grewal (PT), MSc, MCSP
Physiotherapist
Originally from India, Dr Vani holds the title of Doctor of Physiotherapy. Such is her passion for education she came to the UK to study for her Master’s in Sports and Exercise Medicine. She has worked in both private practice and hospital settings, gaining experience in treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Vani takes a holistic approach to treatment, combining hands on techniques with movement based therapy to help her patients return to what they love doing. Known for her empathetic and caring nature, Vani goes above and beyond to make sure her patients feel supported and confident throughout their recovery process.
Outside of work, Vani is a big animal lover, enjoys coffee spots with friends, staying active with yoga, and unwinding with her favourite tv shows!
Clinical interests:
- Low back Pain
- Acupuncture
- Exercise Rehabilitation
- Postural Correction
- Sports Injuries
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Connor Janes, BSc (Hons), MCSP
Physiotherapist
Originally from Middlesbrough, Connor is the latest addition to the Athletica Physiotherapy team.
Having completed his Undergraduate studies, Connor opted to undertake a further Masters Degree in Strength and Conditioning. With experience as a fitness professional Connor is passionate about devising bespoke rehabilitation plans to help patients get back to their best. Exercise medicine is seen as the future of holistic healthcare and Connor is steering his education, personal and professional development to be at the forefront of this movement.
Away from the clinic Connor is involved in grassroots and development football. With experiences as a coach, scout and has even taken the referees course such is his passion for the beautiful game.
Clinical interests:
- Sports Injuries
- Strength and conditioning
- MSK injuries
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