Meet the Scoliosis SOS Team
The Scoliosis SOS Clinic is staffed by a dedicated team of qualified scoliosis consultants, ScolioGold therapists, patient care coordinators and support staff. We work hard to ensure that every treatment course delivers the best possible results for our patients – read on to find out more about us, or contact us now to arrange a consultation.
Anna Arnold
ScolioGold Therapist
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Anna Arnold
ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Therapy from University of East London
- CSP Associate (A009762)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Emergency First Aid in Sport
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Annie Bass
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
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Annie Bass
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Rehabilitation from University of the West of England
- Registered with the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers - BASRaT (REH002872)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Active Young People Leadership Award
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Attended the 45th British Scoliosis Society Annual Meeting in Liverpool, 2023
Ben Lock
ScolioGold Therapist (Kingston & London Clinics)
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Ben Lock
ScolioGold Therapist (Kingston & London Clinics)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport Rehabilitation from St Mary's University, Twickenham
- Registered with the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers - BASRaT (REH005962)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- First Response Emergency Care
- National Pool Lifeguarding Qualification
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Chrissy Pilcher
Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
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Chrissy Pilcher
Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
- Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Science from Brighton University
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Exercise Science from Bournemouth University
- Chartered Physiotherapist, registered with CSP (092574), HCPC (PH101500) & AACP (15748)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- APPI matwork L1 (Pilates)
- Integrated Myofascial Therapy: Level 1
- Mulligan Concept, Mobilisations with Movement: Level 1
- Trained in the Combined Approach to the Sacroiliac Joint
- Licensed in Western Medical Acupuncture for Musculoskeletal Pain Conditions
- Attended 13th international SOSORT conference, Banff, Canada 2016
- Guest lectures at various undergraduate physiotherapy programmes & the School Nurses Forum
Daisy Mayhew
Office Manager & Senior Patient Care Coordinator
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Daisy Mayhew
Office Manager & Senior Patient Care Coordinator
- Qualifications in Photography & Sociology
- Experience in advising patients through their scoliosis treatment options
- Responsible for patient enquiries and treatment bookings
- Patient liaison for medical insurance claims
- Manages patient communications
- Attended the 57th Scoliosis Research Society Conference in Stockholm, 2022
Danielle Clark
Financial Manager
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Danielle Clark
Financial Manager
- Manages the clinic's accounting & finances
- Extensive experience in customer service & administration roles
- Patient liaison for medical insurance claims
- Level 2 in Bookkeeping from AAT
- Attended the SOSORT International Congress in San Sebastian (Spain) 2022
Dylan Barry
Deputy Office Manager & Patient Care Coordinator
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Dylan Barry
Deputy Office Manager & Patient Care Coordinator
- Qualifications in Business Studies & Sports Science
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Experience in customer service & administration
- Oversees exercise equipment ordering & distribution
Ella Morley
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Bristol Clinic)
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Ella Morley
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Bristol Clinic)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport Rehabilitation from University of the West of England
- CSP Associate (A007961)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Trained in Therapeutic Massage: Level 1
- First Aid Qualification
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Ellie-Mai Paphiti
Administrator
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Ellie-Mai Paphiti
Administrator
- Experience in a variety of customer service environments
- Greets and welcomes patients visiting the clinic
- Helps patients with making & changing their appointments
- Coordination of patients’ equipment & insoles
Erika Maude
Clinic Principal & Founder
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Erika Maude
Clinic Principal & Founder
- Diagnosed with scoliosis aged 11, wore a Boston brace from 13-15 years old, but condition progressed and was offered spinal fusion for a 42 degree curve, refused surgery in favour of non-surgical scoliosis management in 2002
- First hand experience of using exercise-based therapies for over twenty years
- Trained under Dr Manuel Rigo & Dr Hans Rudolf Weiss at their respective clinics
- Voted East of England Young Businesswoman of the Year for 2007
- Scoliosis story featured in a number of national and local publications
- Guest appearances on BBC Breakfast (twice) and Radio 4 - Women's Hour
- Subject of a BBC One documentary on community finance for business start-ups
- On the Board of the Educational Committee, SOSORT
- Presented at 7th, 8th, 11th & 16th SOSORT conferences in Canada, USA & Europe, 2010, 2011, 2014 & 2019
- Presented at 40th British Scoliosis Society meeting 2016
- Invited Guest Speaker for 42nd British Scoliosis Society meeting in Belfast, 2019
- Attended 4th - 16th international SOSORT conferences, 2007 - 2019
- Certified in SEAS method course: Part I & II
- Training in Spiral Stabilisation
- Attended the 17th International Phillip Zorab Symposium in London, 2022
Eve Gallagher Byatt
ScolioGold Therapist
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Eve Gallagher Byatt
ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Science from University of Portsmouth
- CSP Associate (A009869)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- FFA 3 - Emergency First Aid at Work
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Georgia Pearch
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
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Georgia Pearch
Consultant, Team Lead & Senior ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Sports Therapy from University of Kent
- CSP Associate (A008524)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- FA Level 2 Emergency First Aid in Football Qualification
- Player for Gillingham Women’s Football Club
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Attended the 57th Scoliosis Research Society Conference in Stockholm, 2022
Georgie Frere
Consultant & Clinical Manager
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Georgie Frere
Consultant & Clinical Manager
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Physiotherapy from Cape Town University, South Africa
- Chartered Physiotherapist, registered with CSP (097085) & HCPC (PH106467)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Dry Needling Levels 1 & 2
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture
- Training in Spinal Manipulation Techniques
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Guest lectures at various under & post-graduate physiotherapy programmes
- Presented research papers at SOSORT International Congress, 2017-2022
- Attended the 17th International Phillip Zorab Symposium in London, 2022
Greg Dunnage
Office Manager
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Greg Dunnage
Office Manager
- Qualifications in Communication & Culture, Theatre Studies and English Language
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Experience in a variety of customer service environments
- Greets and welcomes patients visiting the clinic
- Helps patients with making and changing their appointments
- Coordination of patients’ equipment & insoles
Finty Ilsley
ScolioGold Therapist (Kingston & London Clinics)
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Finty Ilsley
ScolioGold Therapist (Kingston & London Clinics)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Science with Professional Placement from University of Bath
- CSP Associate (A009786)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- National Pool Lifeguarding Qualification
- United Kingdom Cheerleading Association – Leadership Coach
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Henry Firth
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Manchester Clinic)
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Henry Firth
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Manchester Clinic)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Liverpool John Moores University
- CSP Associate (941817)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Extensive experience coaching children in fitness activities
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Kylie Hobson
Clinic Development Manager & Senior
Patient Care Coordinator
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Kylie Hobson
Clinic Development Manager & Senior
Patient Care Coordinator
- Qualifications in Health & Social Care and Psychology
- Extensive training in reading X-rays
- Education in LBG & Quadrastep Orthotics
- Experience in advising thousands of patients through their scoliosis treatment options
- Actively raises awareness of spinal conditions for early detection & treatment
- Attended 8th international SOSORT conference in Barcelona, 2011
Lewis Chappell
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Bristol Clinic)
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Lewis Chappell
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Bristol Clinic)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Therapy from University of Gloucestershire
- CSP Associate (A008486)
- Insured member of the Society of Sports Therapists
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- FA Level 1 football Coaching
- FAA Level 2 award in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation (QCF)
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- International diploma in Myofascial Cupping Therapy
- Attended the SOSORT International Congress in San Sebastian (Spain) 2022
Luke Smith
ScolioGold Therapist
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Luke Smith
ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Science from University of St Mark and St John
- CSP Associate (A009808)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Personal Trainer Certification (CIMPSA endorsed)
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Max O’Rourke
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Birmingham Clinic)
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Max O’Rourke
Senior ScolioGold Therapist (Birmingham Clinic)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Therapy from Hartpury University
- CSP Associate (A009073)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Qualified in Taping
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Attended the National Spine Network Annual Meeting in Birmingham, 2024
Mia Vyner
ScolioGold Therapist
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Mia Vyner
ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Joint Honours Degree in Psychology and Sport & Exercise Science from Newcastle University
- CSP Associate (A009855)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Emergency First Aid at Work
- Qualified in Taping
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
Rosie Tipper
ScolioGold Therapist (Birmingham Clinic)
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Rosie Tipper
ScolioGold Therapist (Birmingham Clinic)
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sport and Exercise Science from Sheffield Hallam University
- CSP Associate (A009074)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Level 1 children's athletics coach
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Attended the National Spine Network Annual Meeting in Birmingham, 2024
Scott Palmer-Elder
Senior ScolioGold Therapist
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Scott Palmer-Elder
Senior ScolioGold Therapist
- Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Therapy from Edge Hill University
- Registered with the Society of Sports Therapists (SST22951)
- Certified in the ScolioGold method
- Accredited LBG Practitioner & Orthotic Insole Prescriber
- Qualified in Medical Acupuncture / Dry Needling
- Experience in Injury Prevention and Management
- Qualifications in Biomechanics & Kinesiology
- Sports Massage Therapist
- Safeguarding Training in association with NSPCC
- Emergency First Aid at Work
Yasmin Poku
Patient Care Coordinator
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Yasmin Poku
Patient Care Coordinator
- Qualifications in Music, English Language and Literature
- Experience in advising patients through their scoliosis treatment options
- Responsible for patient enquiries and treatment bookings
