Meet the team

Our philosophy
We are your local, passionate, caring and hard-working Kew physiotherapists, osteopaths, massage therapist, yoga and Pilates teachers. Your body type, injury, pain response and even personality will guide us to figure out the best treatment plan for you.
"Understanding why pain is happening helps to settle any fears and work towards better movement. Pain is normal and many of us may experience it daily. Don't fear pain, try to work with it and figure out what your body wants to communicate with you."
Whether you are here for osteopathy, physiotherapy, massage treatment, yoga, Pilates or a Get Strong movement session, you will get the impression that we are keen on getting things moving and getting you feeling stronger in a way that is functional for you.

Oliver Humphrey
Physiotherapist and sports massage therapist
Oliver holds a bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from Oxford Brookes University. Oliver has experience treating a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. In addition to his physiotherapy credentials, he is a strength coach and also a sports massage therapist.
His current focus beyond physiotherapy includes gaining knowledge in nutrition and broadening the ways in which he can support people in achieving their best health.
Oliver has a keen interest in lower limb management, particularly focusing on the leg's shock absorption and how it can improve posture and function to address issues such as knee, hip, and lower back pain. Oliver also has a special interest in the movement patterns of the pelvis and hips, as these areas are often linked to sciatica symptoms and other movement-related
issues.
Taking a holistic approach to treatment, Oliver will assess you and your movements to understand how it works as a whole, using targeted exercises and manual therapy, including massage to restore movement and achieve pain-free mobility.
He has experience working with sports teams like Oxford Harlequins RFC and rowing programs at Twickenham Rowing Club and Oxford Brookes University. Oliver has been a competitive athlete himself, qualifying for the GB rowing team and competing in national events like the Ghent Regatta. Having sustained a meniscal injury, he has personal experience with
rehabilitation, which gives him a deep understanding of recovery. He is committed to helping individuals, whether they are athletes or those with long-term injuries, return to peak condition.
“I am passionate about helping people reach their highest potential and enjoy all the activities they love, whether that’s pushing themselves in sports and the gym or being able to move comfortably and pain-free in everyday life, as I do.”
Call or text Oliver at 07724687329 or email info@getstrongphysio.com.
Demet Karabork
Physiotherapist and massage therapist
Demet has a bachelors degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. She is also a massage therapist covering Sports Massage and Lymphatic drainage techniques. Demet is a UK trained CranioSacral therapist, and she is about to complete a degree in Osteopathy.
Extensive work experience covers every age group and activity level: children to elderly; athletes to disabled. She tailors her treatments by using a variety of evidence-based approaches, considering the dynamics of the human body, mind and soul. Her holistic approach encourages her patients to achieve their healthiest self.
Her methods include: osteopathic techniques, sports massage, lymphatic drainage techniques, medical acupuncture, mobilisation of joints, and use of therapeutic exercises. Demet is also interested in chronic pain, postural disorders and the effect of the psychological conditions on the human neuromusculoskeletal system.
I am passionate about helping people improve their movement, and to be in less pain, the human body is a fascinating piece of machinary, and the way it can adapt never ceases to amaze me.
Call or text Demet on 07552 597 251 or email info@getstrongphysio.com.

Claire Slater-Gallon
Registered Osteopath & Physiotherapist BSc (Hons)
Claire Slater-Gallon is a physiotherapist and osteopath. She finds that the two disciplines really compliment each other. "Because I am both a physio and an osteopath, I always get asked what the difference is, the short answer is, the two disciplines use slightly different techniques for example, physiotherapists may use more exercise therapy and osteopaths may use more joint mobilisations". The long answer can be found here.
Having worked in the Kew and Richmond area for over 10 years Claire sees a lot of runners and has a keen interest in treating running injuries especially foot and ankle problems, and knee pain and injuries, such as ACL issues, and the rehab post injury or surgery. Claire has recently completed a Level 4 Strength and Conditioning qualification and recommends booking personal training with her to get your strong, for your goals.
Claire is also passionate about helping people realise their full potential, fear plays a big role in the return to activity such as sports or even just walking. Pain, or the fear of falling can really limit a person's rehab potential. Movement tends to gravitate towards safe, slow, and predictable, which is perceived as less harmful. Your movement and your belief in how you move is essential in keeping you strong and resilient for sports, for walking, and for life as you age.
Claire also runs a business called Roll Your Shoulders, which involves a visit to your workplace to teach you to move!
I believe that the feet and toes play an essential part in your overall movement. There are many bones and joints in the feet and they each need movement. When they move well they are strong enough to walk, run, jump and stop you from falling. When they don't move well or you aren't connected to them, they become weak and it can effect your overall movement and stability.
Claire has taught foot and ankle techniques to first team physiotherapists at Premier League Football clubs. She also teaches Running and Your Big Toe to London Marathon runners with the charity Meningitis Research Foundation.
One of Claire's proudest acomplishments was being a lead physiotherapist treating dancers and musicians at the 2012 London Olympics Opening and Closing Ceremonies.
Call or text Claire on 07811 454 495 or email info@getstrongphysio.com.