Our Team
Adele Flynn
Clinical Director and Senior Physiotherapist
Adele graduated in 2008 with a BSc (Hons) from Glasgow Caledonian University and started her early career in NHS Ayrshire & Arran whilst concurrently working at a top private clinic in Glasgow. Her motivation for career progression took her to New Zealand for over 2 years where she worked for a leading Physiotherapy clinic network in Christchurch. Following travels it was time to come home where Adele then took up a post as Physiotherapy Manager at BMI Carrick Glen Hospital for 5 years, building the Department, a Team and Physiotherapy Services in Ayrshire.
Adele has completed a number of Postgraduate courses, including a Diploma in Injection Therapy, Acupuncture, Sports Specific Rehabilitation, Pilates and Running Rehabilitation. She has also completed her Level 3 ILM in Management, a step towards one day completing her MBA.
Currently Adele works in NHS Ayrshire & Arran part time as a Physiotherapy Service Manager having previously worked as an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in local GP Practices.
Aside from her love for her job Adele spends her spare time with her sport mad husband Marc and their lively little daughters Lottie and Gracie. They have a love for the outdoors and all things active!
Paula Reid
Senior Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor
Paula graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2002 with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. She has for the past 17 years worked in NHS Ayrshire & Arran as a Senior Physiotherapist as well as in private practice. Paula has a wealth of experience in MSK and Orthopaedics, having developed a Knee Joint Arthroplasty Class within South Ayrshire and successfully completed a Research Project highlighting the benefits and results. She has a keen interest in the Pre and Postnatal client group and has spent time alongside the Women's Health Speciality. Pain Management is another specialist area where Paula has a strong knowledge base and experience which she uses in her daily practice.
Paula began her Pilates journey as part of her rehab following hip surgery 18 years ago. She initially joined Classical Pilates classes to increase strength and flexibility around her hip but to also help with hypermobility. She became aware of physio led Pilates and found that it really complemented her background as a physiotherapist, subsequently becoming a fully certified Australian Physiotherapist Pilates Institute mat work instructor. She is excited to share her knowledge and expertise with you all!
Aside from her busy work schedule, Paula has two beautiful children and is involved with charity work in her local area.
Jennifer Cree
Administrator and Receptionist
Jennifer is the Move Better Physiotherapy Receptionist who performs the amazing role of looking after our patients and all of the clinicians’ diaries; she keeps the team all in line! Jennifer has excellent experience in Customer Service and Administration, having worked in the area for over 10 years. She had previously worked in Financial Services and with Travelex.
Jennifer joined the Move Better Team in 2017 after enjoying some time off with her gorgeous daughter Heidi. In her spare time she was a successful volleyball player prior to having her family and continues to play in the Vets team!
Liam Magee
Senior Physiotherapist
Liam Magee has been part of the Move Better Physiotherapy team for a few years now and brings a vast range of skills and knowledge. Liam currently works as a Senior MSK Physiotherapist within NHS Ayrshire & Arran as well as working alongside ourselves. Liam has a special interest in MSK & Sports Injuries having worked in the past in at Celtic Football Club's Junior Academy.
He is an avid sportsman himself playing football, golf and enjoying skiing, which over the years he has developed into expertise in treating these sports related injuries.
Hannah Wilkins
Senior Physiotherapist
Hannah qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2011, gaining a BSc (Hons) from Glasgow Caledonian University. She has worked predominantly in Musculoskeletal Outpatients, treating a wide range of patients and conditions. Hannah started her career working in sports for Celtic Ladies and Girls Academy, alongside the NHS before moving to Germany to work for the British Army. Since returning to the UK, she has worked in the private sector including post surgical orthopaedic rehabilitation and hand therapy.
Hannah has completed a Postgraduate qualification in Acupuncture, along with courses including Pilates, sports hip injuries, shoulder dysfunction, and most recently in hand & wrist management. In her spare time she enjoys the gym, running, rock music, yoga and cake (both baking & eating!).
Gregor Paxton
Physiotherapist, Sport Masseur and Personal Trainer
Gregor is a dedicated Physiotherapist with a keen focus on sports medicine and injury rehabilitation. With a solid foundation in academia and practical experience, Gregor is committed to enhancing wellbeing.
Gregor holds an MSc in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University where he developed skills in research, assessing, treating and rehabilitation. Prior to this he achieved a first class Honours in Sport and Physical Activity. During this Gregor published ground-breaking researching into the remote management of Type 2 Diabetes, titled “Wearable Devices Impact on Active Lifestyles in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes”.
Gregor is our Lead Strength Coach at Move Better and in house Sports Massage Therapist. He is a certified Level 2 Gym Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Level 3 Sports Massage Therapist and qualified in Pitch First Aid. Alongside Gregor’s Role at Move Better Physiotherapy he is a first team player at Marr Rugby Club and is the Rehab Lead. Gregor also works with the medical department at Kilmarnock FC supporting the club’s First Team.
Adam Young
Senior Physiotherapist
Amy graduated with a BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy in 1996 from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh and later went on to study for a post graduate diploma in rehabilitation. She began her career in the NHS in Glasgow and then North Devon before heading off to New Zealand where she worked in both public and private systems for 18 years.
While in New Zealand, Amy ran her own physio clinic and treated a wide variety of conditions there including back and neck pain, soft tissue injuries, post-operative rehab, arthritis and concussion.
Amy has now returned to Scotland and is working both for Move Better and the NHS. Amy enjoys teaching Pilates and also working with the older adult and those recovering from concussion.
In her spare time Amy enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her husband and two children. She is forever trying to improve her 5km Parkrun time and can be seen enjoying the tranquillity of paddleboarding at Troon beach. She even risks falling in by trying out Pilates on her paddleboard!
Senior Physiotherapist
Adam qualified with an honours degree in Physiotherapy from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2018. Since qualifying, Adam has primarily worked within NHS Ayrshire & Arran and currently works as a senior musculoskeletal physiotherapist. As well as this, Adam has experience working in professional rugby where he developed an interest in sports related rehab.
In his spare time, he enjoys running, rock climbing, hillwalking and generally being active outdoors.
He loves working alongside patients to help them achieve their goals, whether it be returning to sport or their general daily activities.
Amy Griffiths
Struan Wilson
Physiotherapist
Struan graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University with a first class honours degree in Physiotherapy and has since been specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy in private practice.
With experience coaching professional athletes, he brings a unique perspective to his practise, which enhances his ability to assess and treat patients effectively. Struan also works with the International Tennis Federation covering professional tennis tournaments, where he has developed new techniques that are incorporated into his treatments. In addition to his extensive knowledge of rehabilitation exercises, he has a vast range of sports massage therapy techniques working with a wide range of patients.
Struan’s personal background is in competitive swimming and tennis, and he is now embracing the world of triathlon. He is also an avid baker and poor piano player!