Simon Kitenge

I am a physiotherapist with a strong interest in musculoskeletal assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, with a particular focus on sports injuries and return-to-sport rehabilitation. Holding a previous degree in Sports Therapy, I bring a broad understanding of injury management, exercise prescription, and performance-focused rehabilitation to support optimal patient outcomes. Passionate about teaching, mentoring, and supporting the development of colleagues and students, with experience in educational settings that has strengthened my leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Experienced in working with individuals across all age groups, from pediatrics to adults, adapting communication and learning approaches to meet diverse needs

MSK Physiotherapist at Ashlins Natural Health (2025-02 – Present)

• Independently managing a caseload, providing initial assessments, and tailored treatment plans
• Administering strength, mobility, and balance tests during clinic and home settings
• Educating patients regarding reducing pain cycles and independently improving the rehabilitation process
• Staying up to date with current research to provide effective treatment plans
• Collaborating with other MDT members to solve complex musculoskeletal issues
• Reassuring patients regarding their confidence during the rehabilitation process
• Writing follow-ups to patients to observe current progress and whether the current plans need adjusting
• Administering home visits and treatment plans to support patients safely
• Consulting with potential patients over the phone regarding services
• Escalating symptoms to external services when conditions are beyond scope
• Providing patients with education regarding rehabilitation and self-management

MSK Physiotherapist at Physiogenics (2025-03 – Present)

• Independent MSK assessment including diagnosis and rehabilitation planning
• Providing, guiding, and performing exercises with patients to ensure effective strength, conditioning, and rehabilitation.
• Running small classes
• Active participation in clinical case discussions with multi-disciplinary team (MDT)
• Escalating and collaborating with the MDT on complex conditions
• Identifying RED FLAG conditions with appropriate escalation and referral to specialist teams.
• Deliver rehabilitation programs to improve confidence and self-management

NHS Clinical Placements (2022-09 – 2024)

(Paediatric Physiotherapy, Community Neurological Physiotherapy and Cardiorespiratory, Cardiac and Surgery)

• Conducting functional assessments with patients
• Implementing a holistic and motivational approach, utilising motivational interviewing, pain education and referrals to CBT to encourage patient engagement with psychological and group-based interventions
• Management of complex cases such as Crit-du-chat, Cerebral palsy, strokes, COVID, and MSK conditions.
• Prescribing exercises to patients, along with advice on how to perform them safely and independently
• Conducting presentations, research and audits on conditions and communities regarding using the NHS services
• Communicating with GPs and NHS services regarding patient conditions and medication
• Writing patient progress reports and updating them on their development with the services, whether they might have to be signposted to another group or might need another treatment plan that could help them achieve their SMART goals
• Visiting patients in their homes to carry out their interventions with follow-ups
• Collaborating with the MDT in hospital settings, including doctors, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and psychologists, regarding patients, how they may develop and what opportunities we could provide to help these patients achieve their SMART goals
• Providing case studies and developing presentations to inform the MDT on how to improve treatment with up-to-date research

Teaching assistant at Gladesmore Secondary School (2024-10 – Present)

• Provide ongoing teaching, mentoring, and pastoral support to students, fostering academic development and confidence.
• Develop and implement tailored communication strategies, educational resources, and learning tools to support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Coordinate student rotas and timetables, ensuring effective organisation, scheduling, and resource management.
• Conduct regular reflective discussions and progress reviews, supporting students in identifying learning goals and areas for development.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet individual learning needs, promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Demonstrate strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills through collaboration with students, staff, and multidisciplinary teams.

Lead Sports Therapist at Old Streetonians Rugby Club (2020-08 – 2024-02)

• Managed a caseload of athletes, providing individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Educating the rugby players on how to reduce injury during exercise sessions by stabilizing their joints and engaging their muscles to make the movement more effective
• Participating in the MSK clinic, diagnosing athletes, providing manual therapy and massage.
• Working pitchside with other physiotherapists to assess gameplay, preparing me for an opportunity to intervene when a player was injured.
• Preparing players before the game with strapping and tapping, along with massage treatments, reducing tension in the muscles when they participated in high impact sports
• Implemented evidence-based interventions to ease recovery.
• Collaborated with coaches and other healthcare professionals such as physiotherapists and sport rehabilitators to ensure comprehensive care for athletes.

MSc in Physiotherapy – London Southbank University (2022 – 2024)

BSc in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation – University of Bedfordshire (2012 – 2018)