MEET THE TEAM
WHEN LONDONERS GET TOGETHER...
In 2016 - Nic, Jonny & Mani were working together as senior Physiotherapists in a busy NHS outpatient department in East London.
They started LDN PHYSIO with the aim to offer a tailored, quality physiotherapy service to Londoners; and grow as clinicians, as well as business owners.
THE CURRENT LDN TEAM
is a mix of carefully selected people helping us deliver on that same mission.
JONNY SUMNER
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
& DIRECTOR
Jonny is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 8 years experience and a wealth of knowledge across a broad range of sporting injuries.
With experience at a Premier League football academy and at the IAAF World Athletic Championships 2017, London, Jonny has treated athletes at the highest level. Jonny’s knowledge doesn’t stop there.
He specialises in the treatment and management all musculoskeletal injuries but has a keen interest in injuries of the lower limb and coaching footballers to ultra-marathon runners back to their best.
Jonny will identify your diagnosis, work with you to create a tailor-made rehabilitation program and get you back to your activity as soon and as safely as possible.
IBBY ABUCAR
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
After graduating from the renowned St George’s (University of London), Ibby has gained extensive experience in both the NHS and private sector.
She is now a specialist MSK physiotherapist with over 8 years of experience and continues to develop her skills via courses/updates such as Shoulder Rehab and Aquatic Therapy (foundation level). The next stage of her professional development revolves around all things Pelvic Health!
In addition, she is a qualified acupuncturist via the AACP and in particular has a keen interest in fracture rehab having worked in many a busy NHS fracture clinics. She has managed patients ranging from acute sporting injuries to chronic back pain and always adopts a holistic approach to her treatments.
Ibby is also fluent in Dutch, Somali and a touch of Hindi.
NIC COLOMBO
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
& DIRECTOR
Nic is a Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 8 years experience. After graduating with a first class honours Bachelor of Physiotherapy in 2012, he then went on to work in a wide variety of clinical settings, ranging from some of the largest NHS trusts in London to professional sports clinics, and has gained extensive experience at assessing and treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
His passion for physiotherapy, particularly sports physiotherapy, stems from a successful swimming career in France his home country where he competed at national level. His special interests include post-operative and return-to-sport rehabilitation, and he particularly enjoys working with swimmers and runners of all levels.
He also has a keen interest in physiotherapy in the workplace and has undertook extra training in office health & ergonomics. He has run on-site clinics in companies of all sizes including some of the biggest corporations and enjoys helping businesses improve workplace productivity and well-being.
MARSHALL
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Marshall has a wealth of experience spanning over 10 years within the fitness industry. Having worked with many different types of people to help educate and inspire their fitness journey, Marshall takes great pride in applying his passion and expertise in physical training to all clients. He has studied a wide variety of fitness disciplines, including but not limited to Power lifting, Olympic weight lifting, Yoga, Boxing, Spinning and Kettle Bells. His experience has included working with very high profile members of Government, Press correspondents and Police during his time as a Master trainer at the In House Parliamentary Gym.
Marshall lives and breathes his craft, and can often be found rock climbing or taking part in
Duathlons and fitness challenges at weekends. Marshall’s friendly and relaxed nature allows him to connect with all walks of life. His keen eye for technique and creative exercise planning, coupled with his passion for coaching, truly shines through when teaching on both a personal level or a group setting, providing maximised results for all his clients.
MANI MATHARU
SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
& DIRECTOR
Mani is a senior musculoskeletal Physiotherapist working in East London. His work across different NHS trusts and specialities has enabled him to grow his experience in treating patients with varying conditions.
His special interests include nutrition, return to sports and calisthenics.
Prior to entering the world of physiotherapy, Mani studied Neuroscience where he was passionate about neural plasticity, motor imagery and neurodegenerative disorders. He feels that his extensive research into sleep, stress and motivation play a large part in the rehabilitating patients back to full fitness.
RUTH MEEHAN
CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER
Ruth has been a leading figure of our online workout series during lockdown and her gruelling routines and unwavering smile have earned her a strong fanbase amongst our LDNers.
Ruth is passionate about bringing the best out of everyone in her classes, encouraging you to dig deep and trust your own ability. She makes a mission to push you into your very best to help increase your strength, motivation & energy, not only during her workouts but also in your everyday life.
She's made the "strong body starts with a strong mind" motto hers - and it never makes as much sense as when she takes you through her finishers!
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THE LDN DIFFERENCE
TRULY TAILORED INTERVENTION
Our clinicians will go above and beyond to ensure you get the best out of your intervention. With experience as senior clinicians in the NHS, in private clinics, Premiere League clubs and in some of the biggest firms in the City - we're confident with can get you back on track towards achieving your own unique goals as soon as feasible.
INNOVATIVE REHAB EXPERIENCE
Our systems are simple and effective, and our treatments based on the latest evidence. Book, pay, change appointments in 2 secs. Forget stickmen drawings, we'll get you on our exercise app which integrates with your phone, smartwatch and allows communication with your physio when not in clinic.
SUPPORTIVE & LISTENING
We want your experience to be as seamless as possible. Because results only come with commitment, we support you when you leave the clinic too. Stay in touch with your clinician via video, email or messenger; get the answers to your questions as soon as they come up and stay on track in between sessions.