The Physiotherapy Team

ANN MCLAUGHLIN, MCSP, HCPC

ANN MCLAUGHLIN, MCSP, HCPC

Having qualified as a Physiotherapist many years ago, I worked at Barts and later Great Ormond Street Hospital giving me wide experience in Orthopaedics, rehabilitation following neurosurgery, post natal exercise and management of acute respiratory conditions.

I then changed direction and worked in the independent sector starting my practice in Ealing over 50 years ago. The practice has grown over time and moved into our present location 23 years ago. There are 5 therapists and a team of 3 who run our office.

My involvement is now as practice principal and I oversee the running of the clinic.

TIM KNIGHT, MCSP, HCPC

TIM KNIGHT, MCSP, HCPC

Tim graduated from La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia in 1992.  He worked for five years in NHS physiotherapy before moving into private practice.

He has also worked with several sports teams including London Welsh Rugby football Club.

He has undertaken post-graduate training in Pilates and acupuncture and is a member of the Association of Charted Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine, Hydrotherapy and Acupuncture.

Tim is a highly experienced practitioner whose special interests include the treatment of back and neck pain and sporting injuries with a particular interest in shoulder rehabilitation.

In his spare time, Tim enjoys spending time with the family, swimming and going to the gym to keep fit, watching rugby and cricket and still playing the occasional game!

TOM WIDMER, MCSP, HCPC

TOM WIDMER, MCSP, HCPC

Tom graduated from the University of Sydney, Australia in 2017 with a master’s degree in physiotherapy and a bachelor’s degree in exercise and sport science. He spent his first year working in private practice in Sydney. Tom also spent time working as a physio for state rugby union and Australian rules football clubs in Sydney, gaining vital experience in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of sporting injuries.

Tom relocated to the UK in 2018 and has been a member of our practice ever since. He has undertaken further post graduate training in sports taping and biomechanical running gait analysis, allowing him to conduct detailed running assessments in our clinic gym on the treadmill.

Whilst Tom enjoys treating a majority of musculoskeletal ailments, he has a special interest in treating knee, elbow and spinal pain. He thoroughly enjoys treating weight training and other gym related injuries.

Tom uses a range of manual therapy (hands on) techniques to assist with treating his patients symptoms, as well as providing individually tailored exercises in order to optimise their recovery and rehabilitation.

MICHELLE HARFORD, MCSP, HCPC

Michelle Harford

Michelle graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Plymouth University in 2018 and prior to this had graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Exercise Science Health and Rehabilitation from Bournemouth University in 2008. Michelle completed her NHS rotations in Trauma and Orthopaedics, Medical, Neuro rehab and Musculoskeletal Outpatients.

In 2020 she moved to London to specialise in Orthopaedics at South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre. Throughout her NHS career, Michelle has worked in private practice with a keen interest in treating patients with back and neck pain. Michelle currently works in Musculoskeletal outpatients, and part time in private practice joining us here at the clinic, assessing and treating a wide range of conditions.

She is passionate about whole body health, with the key focus to raise the standard of our health and vitality. 

Michelle has lived in France and Canada; she enjoys travelling and being with friends.

SARA LUMLEY, MCSP, HCPC

SARA LUMLEY, MCSP, HCPC

Sara is our dedicated home visit physio. She qualified from Guy’s Hospital School of Physiotherapy in 1975 and since graduating she has gained a broad experience in all areas of physiotherapy.  

After many years combining working in the clinic and providing domiciliary care, Sara is now concentrating solely on Elderly care and rehabilitation following joint replacement and falls. She offers a personalised rehabilitation plan to provide advice and training on the use of aids; exercises to improve balance; activity tolerance; outdoor mobility and training for carers and family members.

She is able to visit you at home or nursing/residential homes.

PRIYANKA SIVANUPANDIAN, MCSP, HCPC

After qualifying with a  Bachelor's in Physiotherapy (BPTh) degree from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences Priyanka went on to pursue an Msc in sports physiotherapy from Cardiff University.  Priyanka has worked for 5 years in various areas of physiotherapy in the UK and India.

Priyanka is particularly interested in sports injuries, knee, shoulder and spinal problems, post-operative rehabilitation and foot biomechanical assessment. Priyanka has additional training in Kinesio taping, yoga and pilates.

Priyanka also specialises in treating all obstetric (pregnancy-related) conditions and gynaecology (vaginal, bladder) conditions.

Outside of work Priyanka is an avid traveller and enjoys pilates and swimming.

Specialist Advisors

SIAN KNIGHT, MCSP, HCPC – WOMEN’S HEALTH

SIAN KNIGHT, MCSP, HCPC

Sian is our specialist Women’s Health Physiotherapist.   She graduated from Cardiff School of Physiotherapy in 1991 and has gained extensive experience working in several NHS London hospitals, community trusts and the private sector. 

Sian has completed post-graduate training with POGP in various aspects of women’s health physiotherapy and specialises in the treatment and management of stress urinary incontinence, urinary urgency, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain. 

Along with her private sector work Sian continues to work as a women’s health physiotherapist in the NHS, maintaining clinical best practice through her working relationships with gynaecologists, continence nurse specialists and other women’s health physiotherapists.