About Us

Isla is a Chartered Physiotherapist registered with HCPC, CSP, AACP & Physio First. She has a keen interest in CrossFit training, Rugby and also women’s health physiotherapy.
 

She qualified from Plymouth University in 2009. From there she went on to work in the NHS and Sports Clubs. She was a physiotherapist for Hampshire RFU, South East England RFU, and then went on to work as a private physiotherapist in Winchester Racquets and Fitness and David Lloyd.

Isla spends her weekends with her little ‘physio-in-training’, Henry, and husband Nathan.

 Andy is a Chartered Physiotherapist, registered with both the HCPC and CSP. He graduated from Plymouth University in 2024 and brings a genuine passion for physiotherapy, shaped by a lifelong involvement in sport and a strong desire to help people move better and feel more confident.

Andy has participated in a wide range of sports including academy football, rugby, ice hockey, running, and golf, giving him a well-rounded understanding of the physical demands placed on the body. This sporting background helps inform his approach to assessment, rehabilitation, and return to activity.

Outside of the clinic, Andy enjoys spending time golfing and walking his dogs, keeping active while maintaining a great balance between movement and wellbeing.

 Asawari is a Chartered Physiotherapist, registered with both the HCPC and CSP. With a strong background in musculoskeletal and community physiotherapy in India, she brings a wealth of hands-on experience, having worked in a highly specialised manual therapy setting. Since moving to the UK, she has furthered her expertise by completing a Master's in Advanced Professional Practice at the University of Plymouth, strengthening her skills in evidence-based care and clinical reasoning. Alongside treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, Asawari has developed specialist interests in Women's Health Physiotherapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation (including vertigo and dizziness) and Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction. She combines hands-on treatment with personalised rehabilitation programmes to help patients move better, feel stronger and achieve meaningful, long-lasting results through compassionate, individualised care.

Luke is a highly skilled sports therapist known for his expertise in acupuncture, massage, manual therapy, and muscle energy techniques. He excels in pain management and improving mobility and stays updated with the latest rehab methods ensuring innovative & effective treatments.  

The thing he enjoys most about his job is helping patients get back to their daily routines and reduce their pain in order for them to do the things that they enjoy.  

He has a keen interest in CrossFit (ranking 420th fittest UK male in the CrossFit open!) He loves to travel and listen to music, enjoys coastal walks and spending time with his wife.

Henry is an MSc-qualified, HCPC-registered Physiotherapist with a background in professional sport and a passion for helping people move well, recover from injury and achieve their goals. Before qualifying as a physiotherapist, Henry played professional rugby for Wasps and Plymouth Albion, represented England Counties U20s, and toured Georgia before retiring to complete his Master's degree. Alongside physiotherapy, he continues to pursue his passion for sport, competing in CrossFit, running half marathons and returning to rugby with Devonport Services in National League 2 West. Henry combines his clinical knowledge with first-hand experience of elite sport to provide evidence-based, individualised treatment. Whether you're recovering from an injury, returning to exercise or looking to improve your performance, his aim is to help you move with confidence and get back to doing what you enjoy. Outside of the clinic, Henry enjoys CrossFit, running, sea swimming and spending time outdoors with his dog, Milo.

Holly joined Isla Sell Physiotherapy in December 2021 and looks after everything from social media and marketing to telephone bookings and day-to-day administration. Chances are, if you give us a call or send us an email, Holly will be the first person you speak to. She'll be happy to help with your enquiry, answer any questions and make sure you're booked in with the most appropriate member of the team.

When she's not at her desk, Holly enjoys running, keeping active and spending time with her family. If she's not out on a run or at the gym, she's chasing after her two energetic boys!