Kirk is a chartered physiotherapist at The Health Hub. He came to physiotherapy after a career in finance, graduating from the University of Brighton, and takes a thorough, evidence-based approach to every assessment. He has specialist experience in rehabilitation after knee and hip surgery, and a particular interest in helping people with long-standing low back pain and nerve-related symptoms such as sciatica.
Qualifications and memberships
- Qualified in physiotherapy at the University of Brighton
- Chartered physiotherapist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP)
What Kirk sees most
- Rehab after hip or knee replacement and other knee and hip surgery
- Long-standing low back pain
- Sciatica and other nerve-related symptoms, including those from disc problems
- Knee, ankle and shoulder injuries
How Kirk works
Kirk combines soft tissue therapy, medical acupuncture and exercise-based rehabilitation, with the focus on getting you back to the things you enjoy rather than only easing pain. Where it helps, he uses VALD ForceDecks force plates as part of his assessments. ForceDecks testing is included in your physiotherapy at no extra cost.
Outside the clinic
Kirk enjoys CrossFit and cricket.
What patients say
“Kirk is very knowledgeable and friendly and helpful. Everyone at the Hub is professional and have your interests as a priority not just to get you back as often as possible.”
Joe Quick
Book with Kirk
You can book an appointment with Kirk online, or call us on 01444 817851.
Kirk Proto
Physiotherapist,
Acupuncture Physiotherapist
Kirk is a dedicated Chartered Physiotherapist who retrained following a successful career in the finance sector, graduating from the University of Brighton. He has since built a strong clinical reputation for his thorough, evidence-based approach and is also qualified in medical acupuncture.
With a personal passion for health and fitness, including CrossFit and cricket, Kirk brings both clinical expertise and real-world insight to his work. He treats a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular interest in helping patients manage chronic low back pain and nerve-related symptoms, including those caused by spinal disc herniations.
Kirk also has specialist experience in post-operative rehabilitation, particularly following knee and hip surgeries, as well as injuries to the knee, ankle, and shoulder. He uses a tailored combination of techniques including soft tissue therapy, acupuncture, and exercise-based rehab, focusing not just on relieving pain but on restoring function and helping patients return to the activities they enjoy most.
Kirk is recognised by several major private healthcare providers, including AXA, AVIVA, Simply Health, WPA, Westfield, and bhsf.
Insurers Kirk Works With
Prices and insurance
- Initial physiotherapy assessment and treatment (45 minutes): £79
- Follow-up treatment (30 minutes): £64
No GP referral is needed. You pay at your appointment and we’ll give you an invoice to claim back from your insurer if you’re covered. Kirk is recognised by AXA, Aviva, BHSF, Simplyhealth, Westfield Health and WPA. Check with your insurer before booking, as policies vary.
You’ll find us at Unit 3, 2-8 Sussex Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 4EA. There’s free on-street parking on Sussex Road and two pay and display car parks a short walk away, and our entrance, treatment rooms and toilets are wheelchair accessible. We’re open Monday to Friday 8am to 7pm, and Saturday 8am to 1pm.
Book an appointment
Book with Kirk online or call us on 01444 817851.
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