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Adela Lofts

Adela Lofts

Grad Dip PT, MCSP HCPC, AACP

Adela completed her training at the Middlesex Hospital in London qualifying as a Physiotherapist in July 1992. She then started her career at the Mayday Hospital in Croydon, where she secured a broad grounding in many different physiotherapy disciplines, eventually leaving as a Senior Physiotherapist to pursue a career in private practice. Starting at the Wimpole Street Physiotherapy Clinic, then progressing to the Milligan & Hill Physiotherapy Clinic in the City, a large practice specialising in sports and work-related activities. Adela initiated and ran a proactive occupational upper limb clinic, making available a variety of treatment modalities including Pilates, acupuncture, and various aspects of ergonomics advice. Adela holds memberships with the CSP, OCPPP and AACP (acupuncture).

Now based at Wimbledon Physiotherapy, Adela’s enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions (both in adults and children). Adela continues to further her studies with special interests in sports and occupational injury rehabilitation. She is available for appointments on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Adela also holds a Certificate in Kids Back 2 Sport Assessment.

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