Theano Vikatou

Theano is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal and sports injuries, with a particular focus on spinal and lower limb conditions. She is the Lead Physiotherapist at the English National Ballet School (Graduate Artistic program) and is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of East London, in partnership with the English National Ballet, researching strategies to support dancers’ physical and mental health. Her work was recently recognised with an international award from the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science for her contribution to dancer wellbeing, physical and mental health through workload monitoring methods.

After completing her BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy at the University of West Attica in Greece, Theano earned an MSc in Sports and Exercise Medicine (with Distinction) from Queen Mary University of London. She has extensive experience across private practice, NHS sports and dance injury clinics, and elite dance environments.

A former professional ballet dancer, Theano is passionate about movement analysis and functional rehabilitation. She integrates Clinical Pilates and exercise rehabilitation into her assessments and treatments. She is a lead educator at the Clinical Pilates programme at the University of West Attica, training physiotherapists in evidence-based rehabilitation.

She also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Biomedical and Traditional Acupuncture (University of West Attica) and has trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Health Qigong, and Tai Ji from the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Her approach is holistic and evidence-informed, drawing on her multidisciplinary experience in elite sports and dance environments. She considers not only physical recovery but also workload management, overall health and wellbeing, helping athletes and dancers return to peak performance safely and sustainably. Theano enjoys working with people of all backgrounds, from athletes recovering from sports injuries to those managing age-related musculoskeletal conditions, tailoring every treatment plan to each individual’s needs and functional goals.

• Specialisms: Musculoskeletal, Sports & Dance Injuries | Lower Limb & Spine | Acupuncture | Clinical Pilates
• Qualifications: BA dance, BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy | MSc Sport & Exercise Medicine | PhD (in progress) | CSP No. 113734