Esther Lok, BSc
Registered Physiotherapist (physio)
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Esther is a highly skilled and passionate chartered musculoskeletal physiotherapist. Originally from Hong Kong, Esther moved to London to study; graduating with a BSc in Physiotherapy from the University of East London. Esther is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Esther has both hospital and community based clinical experience. She is registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP).
Throughout her career, Esther has worked in a variety of settings within the NHS. Esther was able to work in a variety of clinics and wards during her one-year rotation, including a CVID ward, a paediatric inpatient clinic, a paediatric musculoskeletal clinic, a respiratory unit, a hyperacute stroke unit, a trauma and orthopaedics clinic, and a musculoskeletal outpatient clinic for adults. As Esther neared the end of her rotation year, she decided to specialise in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She worked in NHS hospitals in Central and North London. Through this experience, she was able to consolidate both her clinical skills and her ability to deliver prompt and accurate assessment of patients. She is able to offer exemplary treatment determined by sound clinical reasoning.
Esther has treated patients with many different chronic conditions, including (but not limited to); lower back pain, neck pain, scoliosis, sciatica, nerve related pain, osteoarthritis, tendinopathies, bursitis, frozen shoulders, ankle instability, postural deficit, and muscle imbalance. Additionally, she has experience treating acute traumatic injuries, such as ACL ruptures, meniscal tears, fracture rehabilitation, muscle tears, ligament sprains, and rotator cuff and scapular injuries.
Services provided and insurance
- Registration number HCPC PH122159 | CSP S058265
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Prior to pursuing a physiotherapy degree, Esther worked as a professional swimming coach in Hong Kong for 10 years during and after her first degree in Sport and Recreation Leadership. As well as coaching children, Esther also worked with adults. Alongside being a swimming coach, she also taught in sports camps as a multi-sports teacher. This gave Esther the opportunity to learn different sports such as netball, rugby, football, badminton, basketball and tennis. Having a solid understanding of different sports enhances her ability to guide athletes of different levels and understand the needs of rehabilitation following injuries.
”I enjoy communicating with people who come from different backgrounds and cultures. I found it fascinating to listen to people’s stories and learn from them, which allows my insight into different perspectives and needs. As a result, I can target their needs in a holistic approach.”
Her physiotherapy treatments are tailored to fit the individual needs of the patient. This is vital when helping with optimal recovery from injuries and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Below are a few examples of different techniques Esther incorporates into her treatments.
- Joint mobilisation
- Joint manipulation
- Sports massage
- Soft tissue release
- Deep tissue massage
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Exercise therapy for strengthening and long term management
- Lifestyle modification.
Esther had completed additional CPD, training and qualifications in:
- Hong Kong Swimming Coach 2017
- Kinesio Taping 2019
- Sports Massage 2020
- COVID-19 Respiratory Physiotherapy Update 2020
- Paediatric Physiotherapy Simulation Course 2021
- Principles of Level 3 Basic Life Support 2021
When Esther isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with friends. Her favourite things to do include hiking, wakeboarding, wake surfing, swimming, kayaking, playing Ma Jong, and playing board games. She also enjoys going on food adventures with her friends. Fresh seafood and spicy dishes, she says, are the most delectable cuisine. Esther also enjoys spending time at home with her Bengal cat, Ninja.
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