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Simon Lack is a Physiotherapist and the Head of Research at Pure Sports Medicine Bank with over 18 years of experience. His academic journey includes earning a first-class honours degree in physiotherapy from Brunel University in 2005 and subsequently completing his Master's degree (MSc) in Sports and Exercise Medicine at Queen Mary University London (QMUL) in 2010. In 2017, Simon completed his PhD at QMUL, focusing on the interaction of hip and foot biomechanics in the presentation and management of patellofemoral pain (knee cap pain). As a senior lecturer, he leads the MSc program in Sports and Exercise Medicine at QMUL.

Simon's extensive background includes junior and senior roles within the NHS and working with professional golfers in New Zealand, local rugby and football teams, and contributions to both large and small private practices in London. He currently serves as a Consultant for the London Lions basketball team and the 'High Performance Sport' Programme at the University of East London.

Alongside his clinical work, Simon has numerous publications on knee injuries and pain in peer-reviewed Sports and Exercise Medicine journals. Simon has also presented his research at both National and International conferences.