Physiotherapists

Prokopi Nikoletta is a Physiotherapist and the Scientific Director of the private Physiotherapy Center "ProkopiPhysio" located in Ampelokipoi. She holds a degree from the Technological Educational Institute of Physiotherapy, a PhD from the Medical School of the University of Patras, and is a laboratory collaborator at the Department of Physiotherapy of the University of Western Greece. She has received postgraduate training in Gynecological Physiotherapy and is a certified Pelvic Floor Trainer (PFT) for pelvic floor rehabilitation. Additionally, she has specialized in the most modern methods for the rehabilitation of spinal disorders, Respiratory Physiotherapy, treatment of the lower jaw, Dry Needling acupuncture, and Visceral Mobilization (Barral technique, Grenoble, France). She is a member of the European Parkinson Disease Association (EPDA) as well as the Hellenic Society for Parkinson's Disease "EPIKOUROS-kinisi," with extensive experience in the rehabilitation of patients with this condition. Furthermore, she holds certifications in manual therapy techniques and Maitland and Ackermann chiropractic techniques for the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal problems throughout the body. Finally, her clinical experience is notable, having worked in numerous clinics and hospitals such as the University Hospital of Patras, General State Hospital of Nikaia, Iaso General Hospital, and White Cross Athens.

Vogiatzis Xarilaos is a Physiotherapist who maintains a private practice in Thessaloniki. He holds a degree in Kinesiotherapy and Physical Education from the National Sports Academy of Sofia and has earned a PhD from the Department of Physiotherapy at the National Sports Academy of Sofia, Bulgaria. He received training in the Chinese Method and Acupuncture at the Physiotherapy Department of the Postgraduate Training Center of the National Sports Academy of Sofia. Additionally, he holds a diploma in the McKenzie Method for mechanical diagnosis and therapy, a diploma in Sujok Therapy from the Medicum College Free Studies Laboratory, and a diploma in manual Neurotherapy and Visceral Mobilization. He has worked as a laboratory associate at the Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki, as an educator at the 1st Public IEK Thessaloniki, and as a Physiotherapist at the Hellenic Society for the Protection and Rehabilitation of Disabled Children in Thessaloniki. Finally, he regularly attends numerous conferences and seminars and is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists.

Piskopaki Sofia is a Physiotherapy graduate from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, since 2014, and a registered member of the HCPC (Health Care Professional Council) as well as the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists. She operates a physiotherapy center in Heraklion, Crete. In 2017, she completed her Master's program titled "Orthopedic Science and Rehabilitation" with a focus on Manual Therapy at the University of Nicosia. In her pursuit of new physiotherapy techniques, she completed studies in sports rehabilitation through Clinical Pilates and subsequently attended a series of seminars on sports rehabilitation (Sports Physio) at HOMTD in Attica. Her master's in orthopedic rehabilitation motivated her to deepen her knowledge in acupuncture, leading her to complete studies in 2019 entitled "Acupuncture for Health Professionals" at the University of West Attica (PADE). Later, she earned the title of specialized clinical acupuncture instructor. From 2021 to 2024, she served as Director of the Physiotherapy Department at the Metropolitan College of Heraklion. Since December 2022, she holds the OMT (Orthopaedic Manipulative/Musculoskeletal Therapy) qualification from the internationally certified educational organization Hellenic OMTDiploma (IFOMPT approved). Her clinical experience began in 2015, working alongside renowned physiotherapists in Athens who supported her active engagement in the physiotherapy field as well as in seminar education. Consequently, in 2022, she decided to start as a freelancer in Heraklion, Crete, in a 330 sqm facility in Agios Ioannis with 4 treatment rooms and 2 gyms (therapeutic exercise and clinical Pilates). Certified seminars are also held at the same location in collaboration with Hellenic OMTDiploma (IFOMPT approved).

Giannoulakis Dimitris PT, OMPT, NDT is the founder and scientific director of the physiotherapy center Physio Giannoulakis, operating since 2017 in Athens.

He graduated as a physiotherapist in 2008 and is a certified physiotherapist in neurological physiotherapy, sports physiotherapy, and acupuncture.

He has served as a head of rehabilitation centers in Greece and Germany, a permanent collaborator of a private hospital in Athens, and physiotherapist for football teams in Greece and abroad. He is a member of the Panhellenic Physiotherapy Association, a member of IFOMPT (International Federation of Manipulative Physical Therapists), and a member of HPSA (Hellenic Physiotherapy Society of Algology). He holds professional licenses to practice in Greece and Germany. He participates annually in seminars and conferences both in Greece and internationally.

Parasxou Aggeliki is a Physiotherapist who operates a private center in Korydallos. She holds a degree from the Physiotherapy Department of the Technological Educational Institute of Athens, with a specialization in acupuncture from the Hellenic Scientific Society of Algology at the University of West Attica, and training in Mulligan methods (Manual Therapy technique), PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation method), and Taping. Previously, she worked as a physiotherapist in a private physiotherapy clinic, and currently, she serves as the scientific lead physiotherapist at the "Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation" center. Notably, she has attended numerous seminars focused on musculoskeletal and neuromuscular issues as part of her ongoing professional development. Furthermore, she manages cases encompassing the full spectrum of physiotherapy, with particular specialization in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports injuries, and physiotherapeutic assessment and rehabilitation.

Sorras Nikolaos Iatreio Apokatastasis Kai Diaxeirisis Ponou is a Physiatrist and maintains a clinic in Ampelokipoi. He holds the European Diploma in Pain Medicine - Algology (The European Diploma In Pain Medicine Knowledge and Pain Medicine Management from the European Federation of Pain - EFIC) for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain cases. He holds a medical degree from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School and from the Military Officers Corps School. He is the Director of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and was the Head Physician of the football academies of PAE Panathinaikos. He holds a Master's degree in "Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation. Management of Spine-Origin Pain" and the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine. He is also certified in medical acupuncture and auriculotherapy. He specialized in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and the General Hospital "Asklepieio" of Voula, and holds the European title of specialization in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Finally, the doctor is a member of the Athens Medical Association, the Hellenic Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society, and the Hellenic Algology Society.

Giannopoulos Xristos is a Physiotherapist and operates a private physiotherapy center in Galatsi. He holds a degree in Physiotherapy from the Athens University of Applied Sciences and has attended numerous seminars. He possesses extensive experience in the field of rehabilitation, having worked both in Greece and abroad. Specifically, he worked at the Central Hospital of Mikkeli in Finland, gaining experience with a wide range of orthopedic and neurological cases.

Troupi Eleni is a Physiotherapist with a private rehabilitation physiotherapy clinic in Nea Smyrni. She holds a degree from the Department of Physiotherapy at the Athens University of Applied Sciences. She trained at Savonlinna Hospital University Hospital in Finland and subsequently began her postgraduate studies in Sports Physiotherapy at the University of Novi Sad in Serbia. During 2009-2010, she obtained a diploma in neuro-reflex therapy (Manual Neurotherapy) under Nico Pauli, while simultaneously training in acupuncture for musculoskeletal issues, Trigger Point Therapy, as well as mobilization techniques of the spine and peripheral joints (Manual Therapy) using Mulligan and McCarthy techniques. She is also involved in the ultrasonographic evaluation of peripheral joints with musculoskeletal ultrasound. Finally, she has participated in numerous conferences, seminars, and workshops in Greece and abroad and is a member of the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists, the Panhellenic Union of Physiotherapy Laboratory Technicians, and the European Society of Shoulder and Elbow Rehabilitation.

Physiospot - Iatridou Georgia is a Physiotherapist, PhD holder from the Medical School of the University of Ioannina, and founder of the Physiospot Physiotherapy Center in Neo Psychiko. She graduated with Honors from the School of Physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Central Greece. During her studies, she received awards from the State Scholarships Foundation (IKY) and in 2003 was awarded the Excellence Award of the Hellenic Scientific Society of Physiotherapy by the former Minister of Health, Mr. Nikitas Kaklamanis. She earned her master's degree with Honors from the Department of Physical Education and Sport Science at Democritus University of Thrace, specializing in the Prevention, Intervention, and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries. She specialized (2011-2013) in Biomedical Acupuncture through the Hellenic Scientific Society of Algology, and in 2017 obtained a Chiropractic Diploma from the Ackermann College in Sweden. She pursued further training in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound at the University of Essex, United Kingdom, becoming the first Greek graduate of the department with a specialization in musculoskeletal ultrasound. Finally, she specialized in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation using modern INDIBA activ radiofrequency technology, serving as an official trainer of this therapeutic method in Greece. Throughout her professional career (2003–present), she has specialized in the rehabilitation of orthopedic and rheumatological conditions, sports injuries, and postoperative rehabilitation of knees, shoulders, and the spine. G. Iatridou possesses significant research work in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. She has delivered presentations and lectures at international and Greek conferences, as well as publications in reputable international journals.

The physiotherapy center has been operating since 2012 in the area of Agios Stefanos. The scientific director, Mr. Gkaveras Vasilis, is specialized in the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory disorders, as well as therapeutic exercise and acupuncture. Vasilis Gkaveras is a graduate of the Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Athens, Department of Physiotherapy. He has attended numerous conferences, both as a participant and as a speaker. Since his graduation in 2007, he has been continuously enhancing his education by attending seminars in his field of expertise. He has completed seminars in Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF 1, 2, 3a), myofascial trigger point therapy (Trigger Point Therapy 1, 2), dry needling (Dry Needle Therapy 1), and sports taping (Medical Taping), qualifications that make him specialized in musculoskeletal and neurological cases. In 2012, he completed the two-year first cycle of postgraduate studies at the Greek Association of Manual Therapy Physiotherapists, obtaining the title of Manual Therapist, internationally recognized by IFOMT. Regarding his professional experience, he has worked in several physiotherapy clinics in Athens (ARCOS Rehabilitation Center, OSTEO-PHYSIO Therapy Lab, 401 General Military Hospital of Athens), as well as at the municipal polyclinics of Agios Stefanos, through volunteer work. At the beginning of 2013, he founded the physiotherapy center "Physiopulse." Finally, he also provides home treatment services.

The Modern Physio Path Physiotherapy Center is located in Paleo Faliro. It is a contemporary and comprehensive physical rehabilitation unit, housed in a specially designed and fully equipped space. The experienced, certified physiotherapists Michalis Strigos and Vaggelis Alexandridis provide excellent quality services, with the fundamental principle of complete patient recovery. Their process begins with taking the patient's history, followed by evaluation, treatment proposal, and rehabilitation. The Center offers the following services: Diamagnetic pump, Winback Tecar Therapy, Sports Physiotherapy, Manual Therapy, Therapeutic exercise, Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training, custom-made specialized orthotic insoles, Compex SP 6.0 Electrotherapy, Amimed Electro-stimulation, Vald Forcedecks Dynamometer platforms, Air Compression Therapy System (Pressotherapy), Therapeutic massage, Kinetic Flossing, Kinesio Taping, and Athletic taping. At Physio Path, they believe that every patient has their own unique path to recovery, which they create through detailed and personalized evaluation. The combination of clinical experience, up-to-date scientific evidence, and the goals of each patient guides them towards an effective and rapid return to daily life and sports activities.

Physioworx is a modern physiotherapy center located in Argyroupoli. A space fully equipped with a comfortable and friendly environment. Karanastasis Stauros Msc - Physioworx Physiotherapy holds a master's degree (MSc) from the Medical Department of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He is a graduate of the Physiotherapy Department of the University of Patras as well as the Democritus University of Thrace (Department of Physical Education and Sport Science) with a specialization in Training and Rehabilitation of Musculoskeletal Injuries & Diseases.

He has many years of experience working in physiotherapy and rehabilitation centers.

The center offers physiotherapy services including:

·        Development of therapeutic plans

·        Postoperative rehabilitation

·        Therapeutic massage

·        Acupuncture

·        Therapeutic exercise

Kosmas Anargyros is a Physiotherapist and operates his physiotherapy clinic in Kolonos. He holds a degree in Physiotherapy from the Higher Technical Vocational Institute of Patras - Aegean Branch. In his pleasant and fully equipped facility, a wide range of conditions are treated using modern techniques and methods. Beyond physiotherapeutic assessment and rehabilitation, the physiotherapist specializes in sports injuries and neurological rehabilitation. He has been providing contemporary and high-quality physiotherapy services at his private practice in Kolonos since 2015 to the present.

Ο Γεωργόπουλος Χρήστος είναι Φυσικοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικά κέντρα φυσικοθεραπείας από το 2009, έχοντας αναλάβει περισσότερους από 11000 ασθενείς, στην Καλλιθέα, στο Περιστέρι και στη Νίκαια. Είναι ιδρυτής των φυσικοθεραπευτηρίων στην Καλλιθέα και στη Νίκαια Αττικής (2017 και 2019 αντίστοιχα), συνεχίζοντας το όραμα παροχής μιας συνεχώς εξελισσόμενης θεραπείας που ξεκίνησε με το φυσικοθεραπευτήριο ΕΞΕΛΙΞΗ στο Περιστέρι, το οποίο ίδρυσε μαζί με τον κύριο Φουφόπουλο Νικόλαο το 2010. Σπούδασε στο τμήμα Φυσικοθεραπείας του Α.Τ.Ε.Ι Αθηνών, από όπου αποφοίτησε το 2009 με βαθμό 8,3. Κατά την διάρκεια αυτών των σπουδών του, ασκούσε την Φυσικοθεραπεία, έχοντας ήδη το πτυχίο του βοηθού Φυσικοθεραπευτή από το 2003 (Τρίτο ΤΕΕ Περιστερίου με βαθμό Άριστα 19). Το 2010 ολοκλήρωσε τη μεταπτυχιακή του εκπαίδευση με επιτυχία στις εξετάσεις για την εφαρμογή της μεθόδου McKenzie από το Ελληνικό Ινστιτούτο McKenzie, σε συνεργασία με το Πανεπιστήμιο του Otago στη Νέα Ζηλανδία. Το 2013 ολοκλήρωσε μεταπτυχιακό πρόγραμμα ειδίκευσης επιπέδου Master Of Science με τίτλο Άσκηση και Υγεία στο τμήμα ΤΕΦΑΑ του Πανεπιστημίου Θεσσαλίας. Το 2014 ξεκίνησε Διδακτορική Διατριβή στο Εθνικό και Καποδιστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών με αντικείμενο τον Ηλεκτρικό Νευρομυϊκό Ερεθισμό (ΗΝΜΕ). Όντας τελειόφοιτος Διδάκτωρ το 2019 εξετάστηκε στις Πανελλήνιες εξετάσεις για την εισαγωγή στην Τριτοβάθμια εκπαίδευση και εισήχθη στο τμήμα της Ιατρικής Σχολής Αθηνών ΕΚΠΑ (βαθμολογία 19,6). Το Νοέμβριο του 2023 ολοκλήρωσε τη διδακτορική του διατριβή και ορκίστηκε Διδάκτωρ του Εθνικού και Καποδιστριακού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών. Έχει 18 δημοσιεύσεις σε περιοδικά και συνέδρια, έχει συμμετάσχει σε 11 σεμινάρια, έχει συμμετάσχει σε περισσότερα από 27 συνέδρια και έχει αναλάβει περισσότερα από 11.000 περιστατικά. Ο κ. Χρήστος Γεωργόπουλος καθορίζει, εποπτεύει και συμμετέχει ενεργά στο πλάνο θεραπείας κάθε ασθενή, εξετάζοντας τον ασθενή, εκπαιδεύοντας και συμβουλεύοντας τους φυσικοθεραπευτές της ομάδας ώστε να παρέχεται φυσικοθεραπεία υψηλού επιπέδου βάσει της εμπειρίας αλλά και των κατευθυντήριων οδηγιών με στόχο να θεραπεύουμε κάθε φορά όχι την πάθηση αλλά τον άνθρωπο που αναζητά την βοήθειά μας με στόχο να αποκτήσει καλύτερη ποιότητα ζωής.

Athanasiou Martha is a Physiotherapist. She holds a degree from the Department of Physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Patras and completed her clinical practice at the Attica General Hospital KAT. She is specialized in exercise, certified as a Pilates Instructor (AF Studies - PMA), in Clinical Pilates (KEDIVIM Epimorfosis - EOPPEP), and as a Personal Trainer (HNFC - NASM). Additionally, she holds a diploma in Biomedical Acupuncture from the University of West Attica and has been trained in Manual Therapy at a school certified by the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT), deepening her expertise in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal disorders. Currently, she is a postgraduate student at the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, enrolled in the program "Algology: Pain Management - Diagnosis and Treatment - Pharmacological, Interventional, and Other Techniques," aiming at the treatment of acute and chronic pain. She has worked in physiotherapy centers, private clinics, and provided home-based therapies. Her goal is the management and treatment of acute and chronic pain through a holistic and individualized physiotherapeutic approach. Through comprehensive medical history taking and detailed clinical evaluation, she designs and implements personalized treatment programs tailored to the needs and objectives of each patient, aiming to improve functionality and quality of life.