At recentre Health, we offer physiotherapy services for children aged between 5-18 years old, focused on musculoskeletal and soft tissue injuries. Our team of highly trained physiotherapists provide comprehensive care to help children and young adolescents recover from injuries, regain mobility, and improve their overall physical health.
Common Conditions we treat:
Our physiotherapists are experienced in treating a wide range of conditions in children and adolescents, including:
- Sports-related injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Overload injuries
- Fractures and stress fractures
- Joint pain or stiffness
- Osgood-Schlatter disease
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Sever`s disease
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Ankle sprain
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Low back pain
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Shin splints
Specialist Care:
Please note that our physiotherapists are able to treat musculoskeletal injuries and do not treat developmental and neurological conditions or any cases which may require more specialised intervention. If your child needs care for such conditions, we recommend consulting with a paediatric specialist.
Booking a Children’s Physio Appointment
We have a team of physiotherapists who are skilled in working with children and young adults. Their expertise ensures that your child receives care and treatment tailored to their unique needs. Please see below for more information about the physiotherapists who offer musculoskeletal treatment to children.
- Katelin Horan can treat ages 5 years and over
- Kirby Birch, Tanya Chumak and Anne Keng can treat ages 12 years and over
You can book an assessment online with your chosen practitioner, please book this under the child’s name rather than the parent or guardian. If you are claiming through BUPA or AXA PPP please contact our reception team on 020 8672 4455 to book your appointment. You will need your membership number and pre-authorisation code.
- If booking with Katelin Horan or Tanya Chumak – select Assessment Physio at booking
- If booking with Anne Keng or Kirby Birch – select Assessment Senior Physio at booking
If you have any questions or queries about specific conditions we are able to treat in children, please get in touch with us at info@recentre-health.co.uk
Our Children’s Physiotherapists
KATELIN HORAN MCSP
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (distinction)
- Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience (BSc)
- Foundation for dry needling
Katelin has been the sole physiotherapist within a high school where she assessed, treated, and completed rehabilitation with paediatric clients. She has also been a part of a private orthopaedic hospital team, where she has experience with lower limb operative clients from day 1 post-op. Some of these clients were followed and treated by Katelin from day 1 to discharge one year later (particularly ACL reconstructions!).
Katelin has a holistic approach in collaboration with clients, where the best practice and research is always considered. She practices hands-on treatments like dry needling, joint mobilisations, and massage. She also has a large interest in rehabilitative exercises and general fitness.
Katelin enjoys travel, exploring new places and is excited to see and experience your part of the world! She also has a big interest in the gym (including crossfit and weightlifting), sports, hiking and running.
KIRBY BIRCH MCSP
- Bachelor of Health Science (Latrobe University)
- Masters of Physiotherapy Practice (Latrobe University)
- Graduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy (University of Melbourne)
- APA Dry Needling Physiotherapy Level 1
- DMA Clinical Pilates: Unit A + Unit B
- Level 1 Mat + Reformer Pilates
Age range: 12+ years old
Kirby is an experienced Physiotherapist from Melbourne, Australia, graduating from Latrobe University in 2017. Kirby has spent the majority of her career working within the private practice field, however she has also gained valuable experience across the private hospital, community and aged care sectors. Moreover, she has expanded her skill set through additional qualifications in Clinical Pilates and Dry Needling, and university level qualifications in the Women’s Health field.
Kirby has always been passionate about all areas of Women’s Health, leading her to pursue a Graduate Certificate in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy to specialise in this area. Kirby has special interests in treating women throughout the child bearing years, with particular skill and experience in managing pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy and post natal abdominal separation. Kirby also holds a keen interest in the management of pelvic floor dysfunction in pelvic pain conditions (e.g. vaginismus, sexual pain and endometriosis). Kirby is passionate about educating and empowering women, to help them achieve optimal pelvic health in all stages of life. Additionally, Kirby maintains a keen clinical interest in managing neck-related pain and headaches, and enjoys utilising a combined approach of manual and exercise therapy to help her clients achieve their goals, no matter how big or small.
Kirby has recently moved to London with her partner to gain international work and life experience, and to continue her passion for travel. Outside of the clinic, Kirby enjoys keeping active, being outdoors, going to markets and seeing more of what this great city has to offer.
ANNE KENG MCSP
- Doctor of Physiotherapy (hons)
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology (hons)
- APPI Clinical Pilates – Equipment (Level 1)
- Lower Limb Rehab Specialist
Age range: 12+ years old
Please note Anne is currently not accepting any new BUPA patients
Anne originally hails from Canada but she lived the bay side dream in Australia for five years before moving to London in 2018. She graduated as a Doctor of Physiotherapy with honours from the University of Melbourne in 2016 and relocated to London to further her adventures.
She has worked in private practice since graduating, treating a multitude of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. She was the team physiotherapist for a National Premier League soccer team as well as an Aussie-rules football team.
Anne has a special interest in treating sports and lower limb injuries, particularly the knee after having torn both ACL’s herself. She completed working a season in Japan as a snow sports physiotherapist.
Anne has a holistic approach to treatment and uses a combination of manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation. She is committed to developing rapport and trust with clients and enjoys promoting a collaborative approach to help them through their rehabilitation and achieve their personal health and fitness goals.
Anne is an avid traveler and is keen to explore all of London’s sights on her bike! She enjoys staying active by playing basketball and climbing the occasional mountain or ten.
TANYA CHUMAK MCSP
- Bachelor of Kinesiology
- Master of Science in Physiotherapy
Age range: 12+ years old
Tanya is originally from Calgary, Canada. She is a former professional ballerina and had a fulfilling ten-year career dancing with the New York Theatre Ballet and the Alberta Ballet. During that time, she also developed a keen interest in injury and recovery and completed her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology at the University of Calgary. She then moved to London to pursue a master’s degree in physiotherapy and graduated from Brunel University. Tanya has experience working in private practice and treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions and sporting-related injuries.
Tanya’s previous experience as an elite-level athlete has given her a unique perspective for understanding the body’s physical and mental demands. She has personally had several acute injuries including an ACL tear and understands the rehabilitation process from a patient perspective. She enjoys treating all injuries but has a special interest in lower limb injuries, particularly knee injuries such as patellofemoral pain, ITB syndrome and post-operative ACLs. She also enjoys working with runners and utilises running analysis to help guide her treatment approach. As a former dancer, Tanya can offer a unique service to all dancers combining her expertise in dance and rehabilitation.
Tanya strongly believes in finding the root cause of an injury and the importance of returning to pre-level function stronger and with more education and knowledge. Although she no longer dances, Tanya enjoys running, weightlifting, and CrossFit. She is comfortable with all aspects of the gym and often incorporates gym technique into her treatment approach.
She believes in an individualised approach to treatment and adopts a person-centred approach for optimal results. She feels that exercise is a key component to recovery and combines this with manual therapy, education, and injury prevention to ensure long-term success.
