Health professionals for Lumbago in Attica

Dr Loupas Dimitrios is an Orthopedic Surgeon and maintains a private practice in Chalandri. He graduated from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. He specialized at the University Orthopedic Clinic at KAT Hospital and completed his doctoral dissertation at the Medical School of the University of Athens. He specialized in sports injuries (Sports Injuries Clinic at KAT) and at the Athens Medical Center (under the direction of L. Nikolaou). Additionally, the doctor has worked at the 1st and 3rd IKA Hospitals and has served as Director of the Orthopedic Clinic of the General Hospital of Athens "Evangelismos". He is involved in general orthopedic surgical conditions, with a specialization in disorders of the hand and knee (including knee arthroscopy) and total knee and hip arthroplasties.

Elite Physio Rehabilitation Center is located in Chalandri. It is a fully equipped facility for the rehabilitation of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. The scientific director of Elite Physio is the Physiotherapist Milidonis Dimitris, a graduate of A.T.E.I. Athens and a member of the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists (P.S.F). The team is complemented by Physiotherapist and Clinical Pilates Instructor Evangelinou Valia, also a graduate of A.T.E.I. Athens, and Physiotherapist and OMT - Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Kangiouzis Vasilis. The specialized physiotherapists at Elite Physio are fully qualified in the fields of musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. The center applies specialized assessment and the most up-to-date scientific data, providing a high-level, individualized therapeutic approach.

Holargos Physio Center - Fotiadis Panagiotis is located in Holargos. Fotiadis Panagiotis was born in Piraeus and was an athlete in the Drapetsona basketball team, with a preliminary selection in the national team squad. He studied physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Lamia, attended numerous seminars, and specialized in McKenzie and Bobath techniques. He provided his services to sports clubs in the Fthiotida region and subsequently worked in rehabilitation centers, physiotherapy clinics, sports teams, and nursing homes. Since 2013, he has been part of the surgical rehabilitation team of Mr. Papagiannopoulos (a physician for many years of the Olympiacos basketball team, winning 3 European championships) at the Central Clinic of Athens. The clinic's team is updated daily on new developments in the field through medical websites, scientific journals, and continuous participation in seminars and lectures. They manage orthopedic, neurological, and cardiovascular diseases in adults, as well as specialized strengthening programs for individuals with musculoskeletal problems. They also develop personalized balance and neuromuscular coordination programs for older adults to improve their quality of life and prevent potential falls.

Το Motion Lab είναι ένα σύγχρονο Κέντρο Φυσικοθεραπείας στη Νέα Ιωνία, το οποίο εξειδικεύεται στη φυσικοθεραπεία, την αποκατάσταση τραυματισμών και τη λειτουργική επανεκπαίδευση. Προσφέρονται εξατομικευμένα προγράμματα αποκατάστασης για μυοσκελετικά προβλήματα, με στόχο τη μείωση του πόνου και τη βελτίωση της κινητικότητας και της ποιότητας ζωής. Στο Motion Lab εφαρμόζονται σύγχρονες τεχνικές manual therapy, θεραπευτικής άσκησης και λειτουργικής αποκατάστασης, προσαρμοσμένες στις ανάγκες κάθε ασθενούς. Η προσέγγιση βασίζεται σε επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένες μεθόδους φυσικοθεραπείας και στοχεύει στην αντιμετώπιση της αιτίας του προβλήματος. Ως κέντρο φυσικοθεραπείας στην Αθήνα, παρέχεται ένα περιβάλλον εμπιστοσύνης, όπου η λειτουργικότητα, η ασφάλεια και η ευεξία αποκαθίστανται με συνέπεια.

Ο Κουράτορας Αλέξανδρος, επιστημονικός υπεύθυνος του Motion Lab, είναι απόφοιτος του Τμήματος Φυσικοθεραπείας του ΤΕΙ Στερεάς Ελλάδας (νυν Πανεπιστήμιο Θεσσαλίας) με πολυετή εμπειρία στον χώρο της αποκατάστασης και της λειτουργικής επανεκπαίδευσης. Ξεκίνησε την επαγγελματική του πορεία σε κέντρα αποκατάστασης, όπου ασχολήθηκε κυρίως με τη μετεγχειρητική αποκατάσταση και την επαναφορά της λειτουργικής κινητικότητας ασθενών συμβάλλοντας ουσιαστικά στη βελτίωση της ποιότητας ζωής τους. Στη συνέχεια, ανέλαβε θέση επιστημονικού υπευθύνου σε φυσικοθεραπευτήριο για διάστημα δύο ετών με κύριο αντικείμενο την αξιολόγηση και αποκατάσταση αθλητών καθώς και τη διαχείριση μυοσκελετικών παθήσεων στον ενήλικο πληθυσμό. Έχει σημαντική εμπειρία στον χώρο του αθλητισμού, έχοντας συνεργαστεί με αθλητικά σωματεία, κυρίως ποδοσφαιρικές ομάδες, παρέχοντας υποστήριξη τόσο εντός γηπέδου όσο και κατά τη διαδικασία αποκατάστασης τραυματισμών. Τα τελευταία χρόνια δραστηριοποιούταν αποκλειστικά στον τομέα των κατ’ οίκον θεραπειών προσφέροντας εξατομικευμένη φροντίδα με στόχο την ασφαλή και αποτελεσματική αποκατάσταση στο οικείο περιβάλλον του ασθενούς. Έχει παρακολουθήσει πληθώρα εξειδικευμένων σεμιναρίων στον τομέα των μυοσκελετικών παθήσεων και της σύγχρονης φυσικοθεραπευτικής προσέγγισης ενώ έχει εκπαιδευτεί και στο διεθνώς αναγνωρισμένο πρόγραμμα πρόληψης πτώσεων για την τρίτη ηλικία, Otago. Επίσης είναι μέλος του Πανελλήνιου Συλλόγου Φυσικοθεραπευτών (ΠΣΦ). Η θεραπευτική του προσέγγιση είναι ανθρωποκεντρική και βασίζεται σε τεκμηριωμένες επιστημονικές πρακτικές σύμφωνα με τις σύγχρονες διεθνείς κατευθυντήριες οδηγίες. Στόχος του είναι η ολιστική αντιμετώπιση κάθε περιστατικού με έμφαση στη λειτουργικότητα, την πρόληψη και τη μακροχρόνια ευεξία του ασθενούς. Ως επιστημονικός υπεύθυνος του κέντρου διασφαλίζει την υψηλή ποιότητα των παρεχόμενων υπηρεσιών καθοδηγώντας την ομάδα φυσικοθεραπευτών με βάση σύγχρονες, τεκμηριωμένες πρακτικές. Μέσα από συνεχή εκπαίδευση, συνεργασία και εξατομικευμένη προσέγγιση κάθε περιστατικού συμβάλλει στη δημιουργία ενός αξιόπιστου και αποτελεσματικού περιβάλλοντος αποκατάστασης με κοινό στόχο τη βέλτιστη φροντίδα και αποκατάσταση των ασθενών.

Physiotherapy Rituals is a modern physiotherapy clinic located in Maniatika Piraeus, near the Metro station. It specializes in the rehabilitation of chronic pain, musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries, and postoperative recovery. With hands-on techniques, modern equipment, and personalized strengthening programs, targeted care and substantial relief are provided to every patient. A few words about the team:

Physiotherapy Rituals - Zoumpliou Xrysanthi - Geomelos Anastasios

Physiotherapist, BSc, MSc in Physiotherapy

• BSc in Physiotherapy, A-TEI of Western Greece
• MSc in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit, Netherlands
• Training in Musculoskeletal & Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (E.E.K.I.)
• Specialization: Musculoskeletal conditions & postoperative rehabilitation

Physiotherapy Rituals - Zoumpliou Xrysanthi - Geomelos Anastasios

Physiotherapist, BSc in Physiotherapy

• BSc in Physiotherapy, A-TEI of Thessaloniki
• Training in Musculoskeletal & Traditional Chinese Acupuncture (E.E.K.I.)
• Specialization: Management of chronic pain & musculoskeletal disorders with trigger point therapy

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.

Physio Clinic Konstantakis - Ksenofon Konstantakis operates a private physiotherapy clinic - Physio Clinic Konstantakis in Athens. Concurrently, he is the Physiotherapist for the Panathinaikos basketball team. He is a graduate of the Athens University of Applied Sciences and specializes in musculoskeletal disorders and advanced manual therapy, holding a Master's degree (MSc in Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy) from the University of Birmingham, UK. He has worked in clinics in Helsinki, Finland, and in six hospitals within the British National Health Service (NHS). He has served as a sports physiotherapist for Panathinaikos, AEK, national teams, and the Olympic Youth team. He is a member of the British Association of Chartered Physiotherapists specializing in musculoskeletal disorders (MACP) and the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists (PSF). Within the scope of research, he participates as a speaker at numerous national and international conferences. Additionally, he is a Clinical Instructor for Manual Therapy seminars (OMT-Greece). He holds a degree in biomedical acupuncture and specializes in temporomandibular joint disorders. At Physio Clinic Konstantakis, the most modern, scientifically validated therapeutic methods and specialized techniques are applied for your immediate pain relief. The clinic is trusted for rehabilitation by both professional athletes and recreational exercisers. Drawing on extensive experience in Greece and abroad and with major sports clubs, the goal is to provide high-quality healthcare services based on detailed patient history, clinical examination, treatment, and prompt reintegration into your activities.

Physio Heal Tsomi Despoina is a graduate of the Department of Physiotherapy at the Athens University of Applied Sciences. She also holds a degree in Business Administration from the Athens College of Economics. She has 14 years of experience gained through her work in military and public hospitals (401 General Military Hospital of Athens, 251 General Hospital of Athens, Asklipieio Voula, E.I.A.A), as well as at the University Hospital of Valencia “La Fe,” at the Physis clinic, and with the Llevant sports team in Spain. She has also volunteered at N.N.A and worked as a physiotherapist in private therapy centers. She has been trained in acupuncture therapy, Clinical Pilates, manual therapy, and the Schroth method.

She specializes and has experience in neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and gynecological rehabilitation through accurate assessment. Since 2010, she has been a member of the Panhellenic Association of Physiotherapists (PSF).

Physio Quality Darra Xrysanthi - Georganas Konstantinos is a physiotherapy center located in Pallini. The Scientific Directors are the Physiotherapist Darra Xrysanthi and the Physiotherapist Georganas Konstantinos. Darra Xrysanthi is a graduate of the Physiotherapy Department of TEI Athens. She has experience working for several years in physiotherapy centers, and in recent years has been providing home treatments for the rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, while also working as a Pilates Instructor in a gym. Georganas Konstantinos is a graduate of Physiotherapy from TEI Lamia and has been trained in manual therapy and dry needling. He has extensive experience having worked in physiotherapy and rehabilitation centers and offers home treatment services. In the modern facility of Physio Quality, they professionally manage cases of musculoskeletal, neurological, and other conditions, thanks to their specialized expertise.

Ο Σωτηρόπουλος Γεώργιος είναι Φυσικοθεραπευτής και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό Κέντρο Φυσικοθεραπείας στο Χαϊδάρι. Διαθέτει πτυχίο Φυσικοθεραπείας από το Ανώτατο Τεχνολογικό Εκπαιδευτικό Ίδρυμα Αθηνών και πτυχίο Παραδοσιακής Κινεζικής Ιατρικής από το Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine της Κίνας. Ο ειδικός έχει εργαστεί στο Ιατρείο Πόνου του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Νίκαιας.

Στο ιδιωτικό του κέντρο προσφέρει πλήθος υπηρεσιών, εξατομικευμένες για τις ανάγκες εκάστοτε ασθενούς.

Ruth Morlas is a physiotherapist and the founder of the private physiotherapy center PhysioFuture in Heraklion, Attica. In her modern and fully equipped facility, she offers personalized, patient-centered treatments tailored to each individual’s specific condition and unique needs. Her therapeutic approach combines manual therapy and osteopathic techniques with therapeutic exercise, aiming for optimal functional recovery and an improved quality of life for her patients.

She holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from Universidad de Cantabria, Spain, and an MSc in Osteopathy from the School of Osteopathy in Madrid.

She graduated top of her class and she was awarded a scholarship by Gimbernat University in Barcelona, where she also served as a member of the institution’s University Research Service in Physiotherapy.

She has collaborated with physiotherapy centers in both Spain and Greece and has specialized in various fields and therapeutic techniques. With a dedicated focus on personalized care, she delivers comprehensive solutions to address a wide range of conditions, enhancing her patients' health and quality of life.

Our center caters to individuals who, following accidents or illnesses, require physiotherapy services. We undertake all types of postoperative rehabilitation as well as rehabilitation for neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, cerebrovascular strokes, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, rheumatologic conditions, lymphedema, sports injuries, post-traumatic pain such as lower back pain – sciatica, cervical syndrome, ankylosing spondylitis, and hand injuries.

With over 30 years of experience and active presence in the rehabilitation field, the physiotherapy unit of Physiopolis Kentro Fysikotherapeias Xalandri - Maria Saxa is confident in fully meeting the needs and demands of every case.

The services we offer at our facility are provided by highly trained staff who, combined with the capabilities of the space, comply with the highest standards.

Musculoskeletal rehabilitation (Spine & Pelvis, Shoulder, Elbow - Wrist - Hand, Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot) - Headache - Sports injuries - Orthotic support / Footprint analysis, Neurological rehabilitation Physiotherapy for children & adults Hydrotherapy / Heated pool Therapeutic exercise - Clinical Pilates (mat/reformer) - Clinical Aqua Pilates Chiropractic - Osteopathy Therapeutic massage Acupuncture / Electroacupuncture Equipment: Diapulse pump, Shockwave (radial ultrasound), RF radiofrequencies (Tecar, Indiba), Magnetic fields / Electromagnetic stimulator (papimi), Lymphatic drainage boots, Supportive technology (Compex, Activ5, Biometrics, HandTutor)

Physioaskisis -Afoi Tsiampa is a physiotherapy center located in Chalandri, led by Thanos Tsiampas, who completed his postgraduate studies at the University of Brighton in the United Kingdom. At the physiotherapy center, each patient can receive information on the appropriate rehabilitation and treatment methods for their condition. The center provides specialized services in sports injuries, neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, as well as services for meniscus rehabilitation, mobility restoration due to lymphatic dysfunction, and exercises and techniques to assist patients with chronic respiratory conditions using standard physiotherapy equipment, shockwave therapy, and TEKAR devices. Additionally, it has extensive experience in traumatic brain injuries, as well as orthopedic and rheumatologic disorders.

Το Physiobase Clinic Αραμπατζάκης Δ. - Καναβάς Μ.PT, OMT, MSc εδρεύει στην Ηλιούπολη. Ο Καναβάς Εμμανουήλ με γνώση και εμπειρία στον τομέα της αποκατάστασης ιδρύει το Physiobase. Σπούδασε στο τμήμα φυσικοθεραπείας του Πανεπιστημίου Δυτικής Αττικής της Αθήνας, αποκτώντας τις απαραίτητες επιστημονικές βάσεις. Κατά τη διάρκεια της στρατιωτικής του θητείας, απόκτησε πρακτική εμπειρία εργαζόμενος στο 95 ΤΥΕΘ Ρόδου και στο 414 Στρατιωτικό Νοσοκομείο Ειδικών Νοσημάτων. Μετά την ολοκλήρωση των στρατιωτικών του υποχρεώσεων, συνέχισε την επαγγελματική του σταδιοδρομία εργαζόμενος στο Γενικό Νοσοκομείο “Ασκληπιείο” Βούλας, αλλά και σε διάφορα αθλητικά σωματεία (γυναικείο τμήμα πόλο Εθνικού, ανδρικό ποδοσφαιρικό τμήμα Εθνικού, κλπ) και κέντρα φυσικοθεραπείας που αφορούσαν μυοσκελετικές παθήσεις και μετεγχειρητική αποκατάσταση αθλητών και μη. Είναι μέλος και ακολουθεί το επιμορφωτικό πρόγραμμα σπουδών του Συλλόγου Χειροθεραπευτών-Φυσικοθεραπευτών για τον τίτλο O.M.PT, όπου ειδικεύτηκε στις τεχνικές του manual therapy. Ακόμα, είναι τελοιόφοιτος του μεταπτυχιακού προγράμματος "Άθληση και Υγεία" της Ιατρικής Σχολής. Είναι εθελοντής Φυσικοθεραπευτής των Γιατρών του Κόσμου από το 2020. Ο Αραμπατζάκης Δημήτριος αποφοίτησε από το τμήμα Φυσικοθεραπείας του Πανεπιστημίου Δυτικής Αττικής στην Αθήνα. Ολοκλήρωσε την πρακτική του άσκηση στο Εθνικό Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης ( Ε.Κ.Α.) και αργότερα ολοκλήρωσε τις στρατιωτικές υποχρεώσεις του στο Διακλαδικό Κέντρο Φυσικής Ιατρικής και Αποκατάστασης (ΔΚΦΙΑΠ) του στρατιωτικού νοσοκομείου 414 ΣΝΕΝ , με ειδικότητα του φυσικοθεραπευτή. Έχει παρακολουθήσει το πρόγραμμα εξειδίκευσης Manual Therapy του Συλλόγου Φυσικοθεραπευτών Χειροθεραπευτών Ελλάδος ώστε να ειδικευτεί στην αναγνώριση και επίλυση προβλημάτων του μυοσκελετικού συστήματος. Έχοντας εργαστεί σε ιδιωτικά φυσικοθεραπευτήρια και δημόσιες κλινικές όπως και αθλητικά σωματεία και συλλόγους έχει αποκτήσει μεγάλη εμπειρία και ενδιαφέρον για την αποκατάσταση μυοσκελετικών και ορθοπεδικών παθήσεων και κακώσεων. Από το 2024 είναι συνιδρυτής και φυσικοθεραπευτής στο PhysioBase. Η υγεία του ασθενούς είναι η πρώτη τους προτεραιότητα. Με χρόνια εμπειρίας και εξειδίκευση στην αθλητική αποκατάσταση, προσφέρουν εξατομικευμένες θεραπείες που βασίζονται στις πιο σύγχρονες μεθόδους φυσικοθεραπείας. Δίνουν ιδιαίτερη έμφαση στο manual therapy και προσαρμόζουν τις θεραπείες τους στις μοναδικές ανάγκες κάθε ασθενή, με στόχο την ταχύτερη και ασφαλέστερη αποκατάσταση.

ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is located in Ilisia. ThinkPhysiotherapy - Papazoglou Apostolos is a Physiotherapist who studied Physiotherapy at the Technological Educational Institute of Aegio. He specializes in Physiotherapeutic Evaluation and Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, as well as Neurological Rehabilitation.

Unique Physio Lab Petrou Andreas - Antonopoulos Anastasios Marios is an advanced Physiotherapy center, well-designed and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, aiming to provide optimal services to patients. The center's specialists possess clinical experience in major rehabilitation centers, hospitals, as well as private clinics. Our facility handles musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and sports-related cases. The rehabilitation program is personalized and varies from patient to patient. Based on our clinical reasoning and current literature, our method, in addition to conventional physiotherapy, may include chiropractic treatment, acupuncture, Ergon IASTM Technique, therapeutic exercise, and TECAR therapy, which offers twice as fast recovery and immediate pain relief.

Dr. Antonios Aggoules, MD, PhD, is an Orthopedic Surgeon who maintains a private practice in Neo Psychiko. He holds a doctoral degree from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as a medical degree from the same institution. He completed his specialty training in Orthopedics at the "Asklepieio" Voula Hospital, "P. & A. Kyriakou" Children's Hospital, and "Agios Savvas" Hospital, followed by a fellowship in the Academic Unit of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery at Leeds General Infirmary, funded by a scholarship from the Hellenic Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology. The doctor has extensive experience in sports injuries, trauma, knee surgery, low back pain, neck pain, as well as medical acupuncture, holding certification in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medical Acupuncture from the AcuScience International Postgraduate Center on Acupuncture. He collaborates with renowned private healthcare institutions and simultaneously teaches in higher education. His scientific work includes publications in international and recognized Greek medical journals, as well as numerous presentations at medical conferences on topics related to orthopedics, traumatology, and physical rehabilitation. Finally, he is a member of the Athens Medical Association and former President of its Alternative Medicine Committee, as well as a member of the Hellenic Medical Acupuncture Society.

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.