Dr Simi Chako

Simi Chako is a Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 23 years of experience. As the Head of the Department, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Her qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy (BPT), and she is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the International Acupuncture Practitioners (IAP).

She has also developed her skills in Dry Needle Therapy, holding specialist certifications from the International Academy of Orthopaedic Medicine (IAOM) and the Orthopaedic Dry Needling Seminars (ODNS). Additionally, she is an Advanced Practitioner in Acute Instrument and Equipment Therapy (IASTM).

She is the founder and pioneer of physiotherapy services through AHS-SEHA, playing a pivotal role in advancing rehabilitation therapy. She serves as the Vice Chairman of the Advisory Committee for Rehabilitation Therapy at SEHA and Chairman of the AHS Coalition Health Practice Committee.

Dr Chako has been honoured with the CCO Award for the Development and Enhancement of Physiotherapy Services at AHS.

She offers a wide range of treatments, including dry needling, Kenizio plasters, dry cupping, manual soft tissue therapy, myalgia treatment, manual spinal therapy for neck and head pain, joint stimulation, trigger point therapy for skeletal muscles, customised physical therapy to enhance mobility and functional strength, electroprocessing, and treatment for ruptured tendinitis.