Marcus Rae
Lead Physiotherapist
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Introducing Marcus Rae,
Born in Dunfermline and raised just outside Strathmiglo, Marcus developed a deep passion for sports from an early age. His enthusiasm for motocross, cycling racing, mountain biking, and even unicycling ignited a desire to build a career centered around physical activity. Marcus began his journey as an outdoor instructor, leveraging his love for sports to guide and inspire others. This foundation paved the way for him to expand his expertise as a personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach, where he refined his skills and deepened his commitment to helping individuals achieve their fitness goals.
Marcus is a highly skilled physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience specializing in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and advanced practice. Starting in the health and fitness sector at the age of 17, Marcus initially worked as a personal trainer and strength and conditioning coach before advancing into the field of physiotherapy. After completing a diploma in massage therapy, he pursued a Master's in Physiotherapy, which set the stage for a dynamic career in both the NHS and private practice.
Having worked extensively with athletes at both amateur and professional levels . Including ultra-runners, cyclists and the Kirkcaldy (KFC) 'blues' to name a few. Marcus has a keen interest in lower limb rehabilitation and exercise-based recovery. He has spent years perfecting the art of tailored exercise programs that enhance performance and promote long-term recovery, helping clients achieve their goals and return to peak physical health. Pushing the boundaries of what they thought was possible.
In 2023, Marcus founded Rae's Anatomy Physiotherapy in Burntisland, Fife. The clinic is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care, specializing in musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. Through his approach to holistic rehabilitation and patient-centered care, Marcus continues to make a significant impact in the world of physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation.
Qualifications:
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MSc Physiotherapy
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BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercises Science
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Diploma in Sports Massage
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HND Strength & Conditioning and Applied sport science
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HNC Fitness Health & Exercise
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NC Sports couching and outdoor leadership
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Completed Bobath Concept in the assessment and treatment of adult neurological conditions.
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Scottish Rugby First aid for sport trained
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Qualified Injection Therapist
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Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification
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Acupuncture Certification
Professional Registrations:
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Member of Chartered society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
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Registered with Health Care & Professionals Council (HCPC)
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Registered with Acupuncture Association Of Chartered Physiotherapists
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Member of UK strength & Conditioning Association (UKSCA)
Marcus Croy
Remedial and Sports massage therapist
Introducing Marcus Croy
Destined to be known as “the other Marcus”, Remedial and Sports massage therapist.
Born in Stromness, Orkney, and living there into his 40s, Marcus has a laid-back Islander way of meeting people and putting them at their ease. With a background in finance, Marcus pays meticulous attention to detail and a focusses on helping others achieve their goals.
Marcus left Orkney in 2007, to become a husband and father. Following the Global events of 2020, Marcus realised he wanted to be able to help people as a remedial and sports massage therapist. Marcus achieved his Professional Diploma in Swedish massage via many weekends of accredited training in Glasgow in 2022 and then followed this up with a further Professional Diploma in Sports and Remedial massage in 2023.
As a newly qualified therapist, Marcus is keen to keep learning and adding to his skill-set, to provide safe and effective treatments for all clients. Working alongside Marcus (the original) with his wealth of skills and knowledge is an excellent opportunity to build on this strong foundation.
Marcus brings to his work his keen observation skills and an ability to assess his clients’ needs allowing him to treat them holistically. He is skilled in helping people feel comfortable and listened to, as well as providing professional-level massage and remedial therapy to aid relaxation, healing or recovery. He is very excited to work as part of the team at Rae’s Anatomy.
Annabelle Disalvo
Physiotherapist
Introducing Annabelle Disalvo,
Annabelle grew up in Kelso and it was through playing competitive hockey she was inspired
to become a physio. She trained in Glasgow and qualified in 1995 with First class honours
and winning the CSP Board prize for coming second in her year. She started work in the
Southern General Hospital gaining a varied general rotational experience. She specialised
in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy from 1997 and moved to Fife in 1998. With almost 30
years of experience working in the NHS and private practice, along with extensive post
graduate training, she has excellent diagnostic and treatment skills striving to provide the
best care for you to help you achieve your goals.
Annabelle has a special interest in Spinal and pelvic pain and has worked as an Advanced physiotherapy practitioner in the Orthopaedic spinal clinic in Fife for years. She continues in this role part-time, working alongside Orthopaedic consultants and Neurosurgeons assessing, diagnosing and managing complex spinal conditions. She has experience in Occupational Physiotherapy working with companies to treat their staff and carrying out workplace assessments.
After having her second child, Annabelle appreciated how vulnerable you can feel in pregnancy and the postnatal period and trained as a Fitback and Bumps instructor and attended Pelvic health courses. She also trained with The Australian Physiotherapy Pilates Institute in Physiotherapy-led Pilates including the matwork series and Antenatal and Postnatal Pilates which she incorporates into rehab.
Annabelle made a return to hockey 7 years ago having not played since she left school proving you are never too old! This keeps her fit and active and she keeps herself sane walking her dog and horse riding. Annabelle will put you at ease, establish what is important for you and work with you to achieve your goals.
Qualifications:
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BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy
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Certificate in Orthopaedic medicine
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Diploma in theory/practice of injection therapy Injection therapy
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APPI matwork level 1&2, antenatal and postnatal Pilates
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A plethora of post graduate physiotherapy courses and conferences (too many to name after 30 years working!) but the highlights are:
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Acupuncture
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Muscle energy and mobilisation with movement techniques
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Vestibular rehabilitation
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Kinesiotaping
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Grade V manipulation
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The clinical biology of aches and pains
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Pain and the sympathetic nervous system
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Cognitive behavioural therapy
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Therapy live and Britspine conferences
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Good conversations and personal outcomes
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Mobilisation of the nervous system
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Diastasis Rectis Abdominis with Diane Lee
to Introduction to the pelvic floor
Professional Registrations:
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Health Care and Professional council registered (HCPC)
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Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
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PVG certified for adults and children
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National Advanced practice physio network member (APPN)
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National Back Pain Clinical network member (NBP-CN)
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Physio Network subscribed
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Therapy Live subscribed