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Kate Mahony, Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
“Injuries not only bring frustration, but also impact upon performance and quality of life…”
Kate holds a Masters Degree in Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science). She completed her training at the University of Sydney and has since worked with numerous sporting teams both in Australia and the UK. Kate moved to London in 2007 and began working with the Harlequins Rugby League Club and in private practice. Somehow she still finds the time to play netball in the England National league for the Brunel Hurricanes. Kate has a special interest in athletes participating in endurance sports such triathlon, running and as well as post operative shoulders, knees and ankles. She has worked with athletes from triathlon, athletics, rugby, netball and football from local to international level.
‘I truly love my job and am passionate about being a world class Sports Physiotherapist. I knew from a young age I wanted to be a physiotherapist and be involved in sport professionally. I find the evolution of the profession provides me with continual motivation to improve my knowledge and skills. I have been fortunate enough to participate in a number of sports at a reasonable level and know the advantage of having a medical team with the best expertise. Injuries not only bring frustration, but also impact upon performance and quality of life; which in turn motivates me to ensure that every client I see, from average Joe to the elite athlete, is treated and managed to best practice standards.
When working with elite athletes I enjoy both the pressure and challenge of ensuring their return to sport is optimal and also finding the small deficits which can prevent re-injury in the future, or even better, improve performance. Their motivation and commitment to rehabilitation can be inspiring. At the same time, I get immense satisfaction from treating the average person who may be aspiring to compete in a fun run, or something as simple as having a pain free lower back. In a lot of ways, treating elite athletes is similar to treating the ordinary individual – the aim of physiotherapy is always for the quickest possible path to being pain and injury free, and preventing the problem from occurring again.
On a personal level, I love to travel and meet people from all around the
globe. I am very competitive, love a challenge and am always looking for
something
new to take on. I am lucky enough to have a hugely supportive family and
two very clever sisters who keep me on my toes. I enjoy the pace and social
aspects
of life in London, although I do miss my family - not to mention going down
to the beach for a surf on a sunny Sydney day!’