LAVANYA VENKATACHELLAM
Flat 3, 159 The Vale, London,United Kingdom
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in manual therapy techniques, MSK Physiotherapist with expertise in anatomy and rehabilitation, skilled in patient assessment and therapeutic interventions. Proficient in 3D analysis software for sports performance and experienced in various dance styles, enhancing mobility and quality of life for patients. Certified yoga instructor specialising in Hatha and Ashtanga Vinyasa, with additional training in mat Pilates. Strong communication skills and adept in MS Office and social media management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior MSK Physiotherapist
Ascenti
London, London
02.2023 - Current
- Liaised with external physical therapy providers to meet care continuity requirements.
- Devised treatment plans to target patient pain and improve physical conditions.
- Monitored patient conditions, adapting treatment plans for improved outcomes.
- Improved patient joint mobility through bespoke exercise programmes.
- Used massage and muscle manipulation techniques to provide therapeutic relief.
- Educated patients on condition prevention techniques to minimise requirements for repeat care.
- Work as blue badge assessor under council of Essex county as part of Ascenti. Involves assessing and making recommendation on whether applicant is eligible for blue badge.
- Handled large caseload of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care pathways and improve clinical outcomes.
Physiotherapist
Neha Sujhani - Les danseus academy of ballet
Pune, India
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered holistic personalised treatment plans for young dancers
- Evaluated senior dancers for any musculoskeletal. imbalances that may lead to injuries and provided pre-habilitation for them. This was done as part of company policy to minimise injuries and maximise performance.
- Created pointe - readiness evaluation sheet for academy and conducted evaluation on dancers who were considered ready to go on-pointe.
Physiotherapist
Dr Tariq Shaikh - Iphysio clinic
Pune, India
06.2020 - 04.2021
- Performed detailed and relevant assessment by examining musculoskeletal system using techniques of palpation, manipulation, special tests and diagnostic tools.
- Developed treatment plans for patients which was tailored for each of patient individually depending on diagnosis.
- Handled large caseload of over 20 patients per day with musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions.
- Involved in maintaining records as well as helped in management aspect of clinic
Sports Physiotherapist
Iphysio - Decccan gymkhana basketball
Pune, India
02.2021 - 02.2021
- Worked as on-field sports physiotherapist for U21 Girls and Boys State level Basketball Championship and involved in treating injuries on field and get players back on court as soon as possible.
- Used techniques of dry needling, therapeutic taping, manual therapy manipulations and cryotherapy for immediate pain relief.
Education
Master of Science - Musculoskeletal sport sciences and health
Loughborough University
Loughborough, United Kingdom12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
DESociety's Brijlal Jindal College of Physiotherapy
Pune, Maharashtra03.2020
Skills
- Manual therapy involving techniques of Maitland Kaltenborn
- Adept in use of 3D analysis softwares for sport and performance analysis ( siliconcoach, Vicon Nexsus)
- Skilled in using MS Office and other softwares and social media platforms
- Trained in Contemporary, Ballet, Bharatanatyam and Kathak dance styles Worked as assistant teacher for Ballet and Contemporary
- Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, vinyasa flows, dance yoga, anatomy and philosophy behind yoga ( completed teacher training from Yoga Alliance, USA)
- Trained in mat pilates (Certification course)
Certification
- Myofascial Release and IASTM certification
- FAW/UEFA Pitch Side Trauma Certification ( Sept 2024 - Sept 2026)
- Pilates-Mat series
- Pointe shoe fitting and pre pointe assessment certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor - 500 hrs TTC under Yoga Alliance USA
- Motor Relearning Programme certification
- Traumatic Brain injury - Effect on Cognition and its assessment certification.
Additional Information
- Foot Posture Index in Ballet dancers
- Effect of textured insoles on Dynamic balance in active population.
- Hip strength and knee pain - A correlational study in Bharatanatyam dancers
Licenses
- HCPC Registration Number - PH130806
- MCSP-Registration Number - 116290
- MSOTPT - Maharashtra State Occupational therapy and Physiotherapy council- 2020/10/PT/008781
- IAP - Indian association of Physiotherapists -49989
- Intermediate Trauma medical management in football-September 2024-2026
Timeline
Senior MSK Physiotherapist
Ascenti
02.2023 - Current
Sports Physiotherapist
Iphysio - Decccan gymkhana basketball
02.2021 - 02.2021
Physiotherapist
Neha Sujhani - Les danseus academy of ballet
06.2020 - 08.2021
Physiotherapist
Dr Tariq Shaikh - Iphysio clinic
06.2020 - 04.2021
Master of Science - Musculoskeletal sport sciences and health
Loughborough University
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
DESociety's Brijlal Jindal College of Physiotherapy