Charis Pafitis
Charis Pafitis is a Senior Physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal rehabilitation, combining senior NHS experience, evidence-based care, and a strong focus on movement, recovery, and long-term resilience.
Charis Pafitis is an HCPC-registered Senior Physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal (MSK) rehabilitation across both NHS and private settings.
He holds a First-Class degree in Physiotherapy and has completed over 40 postgraduate courses, including advanced training in hip, shoulder, and vestibular rehabilitation with leading clinicians such as Alison Grimaldi, Jo Gibson, and Alan Sealy.
He currently works as a Senior MSK Physiotherapist within the NHS, delivering care through an assess-and-treat approach, enabling efficient diagnosis, early intervention, and personalised rehabilitation planning.
His clinical work spans a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including ACL and meniscal injuries, tendinopathies (such as GTPS, tennis and golfer’s elbow, rotator cuff-related pain, and Achilles tendinopathy), osteoarthritis of the hip, knee, and shoulder, as well as spinal conditions affecting the lumbar, thoracic, and cervical regions.
He has extensive experience in post-operative rehabilitation, including ACL reconstruction (ACLR), meniscal repair, and joint replacements such as total hip (THR), knee (TKR), and shoulder (TSR), supporting patients through each stage of recovery back to function and activity.
Charis has a particular interest in structured rehabilitation planning, combining evidence-based care with a clear, personalised approach to help individuals reduce pain, rebuild strength, and return to meaningful activity.
His approach emphasises preventative care through exercise and physical activity, promoting long-term strength, resilience, and reduced risk of recurrence.
Alongside physiotherapy, he is trained in advanced sports massage and manual lymphatic drainage, supporting recovery, performance, and post-operative care.
A lifelong athlete, Charis brings a deep understanding of movement to his practice — from gymnastics and judo to strength training, Pilates, yoga, and meditation — shaping both his clinical reasoning and rehabilitation approach.
He works with individuals aged 16 to 60+, from those recovering from injury to those aiming to improve strength, balance, and long-term resilience.
Charis is also the co-founder of PhysioEverywhere, a platform built to deliver accessible, evidence-based physiotherapy anywhere.
For Charis, physiotherapy is not just treatment — it is about restoring movement, confidence, and quality of life.
Specialist interests
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy
Comprehensive assessment and personalised rehabilitation for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, guided by clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
Shoulder rehabilitation
Targeted rehabilitation for shoulder pain and dysfunction, focusing on strength, control, and safe return to functional and overhead activity.
Sports injury rehabilitation
Rehabilitation designed to restore performance, rebuild confidence, and support a safe, structured return to sport and exercise.
Tendon-related pain
Evidence-based loading programmes for conditions such as Achilles, patellar, rotator cuff, medial and lateral elbow tendinopathies.
Post-operative rehabilitation
Structured recovery following ACL reconstruction, meniscal repair, and joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), guiding patients safely back to function and activity.
Rehabilitation planning
Individualised, progressive programmes tailored to symptoms, goals, lifestyle, and stage of recovery.
Long-term recovery
Focus on sustainable improvement, movement confidence, and resilience beyond short-term symptom relief.
Who Charis helps
Active adults
People who want to stay active, train, and move with confidence without recurring injuries.
People recovering from injury
Support through every stage of recovery — from early rehab to full return to activity.
People with persistent pain
Clear, structured rehabilitation for ongoing pain, flare-ups, or long-standing issues.
Post-operative patients
Guided recovery following ACL reconstruction, meniscal repair, and joint replacement surgery.
People needing tailored rehabilitation
Personalised plans built around real life, individual goals, and different recovery speeds.
Why choose Charis
Senior MSK expertise
Extensive experience managing complex musculoskeletal conditions within an assess-and-treat NHS setting.
Personalised rehabilitation
Tailored plans built around your goals, lifestyle, and recovery stage — not generic protocols.
Evidence-based care
Clinical reasoning and current best evidence guide every decision, from diagnosis to progression.
Confidence, function, and long-term results
Focused on building strength, resilience, and lasting recovery — not just short-term pain relief.
Ready to work with Charis?
Whether you are recovering from injury, managing persistent pain, or looking for a clear rehabilitation plan, Charis Pafitis offers thoughtful, personalised physiotherapy designed around your goals.