Our Team
Our work with individual patients and professional teams from around the world, even through a pandemic, is testament to the collective passion we share for health & healing!
At 206 Optimal Movement we ensure that our clients don't just have a dedicated therapist to guide them, but an entire team that maximises their collective experience and individual strengths to best handle the every case.
Our driven team of experienced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy Clinicians and Soft Tissue Massage Therapists work together on each and every case , to create cohesive and balanced solutions for you and your care. With a wealth of diverse specialities under one roof, we make sure we provide you with evolving and effective solutions.
Rhea Lakhiani
Senior Physiotherapist
Education
- Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, 2010
- Masters in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Sciences), Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Pune, 2014
Professional History
Rhea’s spectrum of clinical expertise includes post-surgical cases, ligament injuries, chronic joint and muscular dysfunctions and sports-related injuries. Over the years, she has completed certified training in joint mobilization, taping, dry-needling, manual therapy and exercise therapy. At 206OM she has the enriching opportunity of being part of the IPL season, Polo tournaments, and collaborating with the runner’s at MAF and the performers with The Bangarra Dance Academy.
Rhea has a special interest in working on the shoulder and hip joints. She takes a patient-centred integrated approach that involves getting to know the patient and their movement patterns better, enabling her to plan an effective rehab and treatment program that’s meaningful to them.
Personal History
Rhea’s love for trekking in the mountains has helped her appreciate the body’s potential to function in challenging situations. Trekking experiences have made her realise that a strong body can achieve impossible goals, and the journey to getting strong can be taken by anyone if equipped with the right balance of guidance, consistency and patience.
Priyanka Urkurkar
Senior Physiotherapist
Education
- Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Manipal University, Manipal, 2011
- Masters in Physiotherapy (Orthopaedics and Sports Rehabilitation), Manipal University, Manipal, 2014
Professional History
Priyanka provides specialized treatment for a diverse range of orthopaedic cases, as well as sports injuries (both recreational and professional athletes). She has a special interest in working the knee joint and the spine. Her experience within the field of Physiotherapy brings the unique experience of having worked both as an academician as well as a clinician. She has been an on-field physical therapist, for the Rohinton Baria Trophy, Polo events and as a consultant for the IPL. Backed by her clinical and administrative expertise, Priyanka enjoys being at the helm of action, be it providing treatment to patients, or in the facilitation of functional responsibilities of the clinic.
Priyanka specializes in the seamless and outcome-focused delivery of the virtual consultations that are provided at 206OM.
Since the onset of the pandemic, she has successfully delivered 1000+ virtual sessions, with high patient satisfaction score.
Priyanka believes that working on preventive health-care behaviour and a healthy lifestyle, is crucial in avoiding drastic remedial measures (such as surgical intervention) and in the prevention of noncommunicable diseases.
Personal History
As a trained volleyball player and a recreational swimmer, Priyanka has always been passionate about the benefits of staying fit and healthy.
Yasmeen Shaikh
Senior Soft Tissue Therapist
Education
- Certificate in Soft Tissue Therapy and Reflexology, 2000
- Certificate in Aromatherapy and Stress Management, 2002
- CIDASCO Diploma in Spa Management, 2012
- Thalgo Face and Body Training, 2015
- ESPA Essential Face and Body Treatment Training, 2017
Professional History
Yasmeen has more than 20 years of specialised soft tissue experience, and in 2012, she deservedly won the award for “Best Therapist and Spa Trainer” at the Asia Pacific Awards. Following her initial years at The Leela, The Westin, and Le Royal Meridien, she went on to become the Assistant Manager of the well-reputed Spa team at The Marriot, Juhu.
Yasmeen has a rich range of expertise include Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Swedish Massage, Korean Massage, Balinese Massage and Hot Stone Therapy.
Her vast experience has enabled her to develop a specific suite of restorative and nourishing treatments for either calming and balancing the nervous system, releasing and detoxifying the neuromuscular system, and/or activating and energising the myofascial system. According to your assessment and soft tissue needs, Yasmeen delivers a combination of these treatments with the utmost detail and care.
Personal History
When not at her massage table, you will find Yasmeen working out, dancing, organising beauty events, and singing her way to healthy.
Tamara Zweck
Founding Director 206 Optimal Movement
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Physiotherapy, University of South Australia, 1998
- Diploma Project Management, University of South Australia, 2004
Professional History
Tamara is a leading Manual Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapist, the go-to expert for challenging neuromusculoskeletal cases.
She has provided contracted education services to the National Cricket Academy, Bangalore and lectured at numerous national and international Orthopaedic conferences in India.
Tamara was the Physiotherapist to the New Zealand Cricket Team during the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup and in the following year to the Colombo team for the Sri Lankan Premier League. As the lead medical support staff, she worked and travelled with the teams throughout the tournaments.
Within in the same season she was appointed the Medical Director for the Indian Premier League, a role which she continued with through 10 seasons, significantly raising the benchmark for medical services provided to elite sports events in India.
Personal History
Tamara loves to be active! And wants everyone to experience the joy of being active, each in their own way. She has been practising yoga for more than 20 years, and every day, this ancient practise highly influences her practice of Physiotherapy. She swims and plays tennis every week, and looks forward to returning to trekking soon, this time with her daughter.
Christopher Chacko
Administration Manager
Education
- HSC, Mumbai University, Mumbai
With more than 15 years of experience in client management and operations, Christopher is a core member of our administrative department. He brought his drive and exemplary customer service skills to our organisation from his previous work at the Renaissance Hotels.
When not at work, you will find Christopher riding his bike or out for a walk.
Kiran Mendonca
Administration Manager
Education
- SSC, St Joseph’s High School, Wadala
Kiran brings over 14 years of experience in sales and marketing to our 206OM administrative team. He provides a caring and conscientious approach to our patient focused scheduling of appointments, and continues to develop strong skills in organising the processes behind the scenes of 206OM.
Outside of work, you will find Kiran contributing to voluntary and social work in his community.
Manoj Redkar
Administrative Assistant
Education
- SSC, Unyog Vidyalaya, Khar
With 20+ years of experience under his belt, including with a major airline, Manoj helps keep the wheels turning at 206OM.
A sports enthusiast, he stays mentally and physically fit playing cricket, football and kabbadi.
Rhea Lakhiani
Senior Physiotherapist
Education
- Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, 2010
- Masters in Physiotherapy (Musculoskeletal Sciences), Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Pune, 2014
Professional History
Rhea’s spectrum of clinical expertise includes post-surgical cases, ligament injuries, chronic joint and muscular dysfunctions and sports-related injuries. Over the years, she has completed certified training in joint mobilization, taping, dry-needling, manual therapy and exercise therapy. At 206OM she has the enriching opportunity of being part of the IPL season, Polo tournaments, and collaborating with the runner’s at MAF and the performers with The Bangarra Dance Academy.
Rhea has a special interest in working on the shoulder and hip joints. She takes a patient-centred integrated approach that involves getting to know the patient and their movement patterns better, enabling her to plan an effective rehab and treatment program that’s meaningful to them.
Personal History
Rhea’s love for trekking in the mountains has helped her appreciate the body’s potential to function in challenging situations. Trekking experiences have made her realise that a strong body can achieve impossible goals, and the journey to getting strong can be taken by anyone if equipped with the right balance of guidance, consistency and patience.
“It is a privilege working with a skilled team at 206OM and an accomplished supportive mentor like Tamara Zweck. The professional work culture at 206OM, where we share knowledge, discuss cases and learn about new techniques, fosters an enriching environment that inspires me to reflect and stay relevant.”
Priyanka Urkurkar
Senior Physiotherapist
Education
- Bachelors in Physiotherapy, Manipal University, Manipal, 2011
- Masters in Physiotherapy (Orthopaedics and Sports Rehabilitation), Manipal University, Manipal, 2014
Professional History
Priyanka provides specialized treatment for a diverse range of orthopaedic cases, as well as sports injuries (both recreational and professional athletes). She has a special interest in working the knee joint and the spine. Her experience within the field of Physiotherapy brings the unique experience of having worked both as an academician as well as a clinician. She has been an on-field physical therapist, for the Rohinton Baria Trophy, Polo events and as a consultant for the IPL. Backed by her clinical and administrative expertise, Priyanka enjoys being at the helm of action, be it providing treatment to patients, or in the facilitation of functional responsibilities of the clinic.
Priyanka specializes in the seamless and outcome-focused delivery of the virtual consultations that are provided at 206OM.
Since the onset of the pandemic, she has successfully delivered 1000+ virtual sessions, with high patient satisfaction score.
Priyanka believes that working on preventive health-care behaviour and a healthy lifestyle, is crucial in avoiding drastic remedial measures (such as surgical intervention) and in the prevention of noncommunicable diseases.
Personal History
As a trained volleyball player and a recreational swimmer, Priyanka has always been passionate about the benefits of staying fit and healthy.
“206 Optimal Movement has given me a platform to enhance and refine my clinical hands-on and virtual assessment and treatment skills. The weekly discussion sessions with an extremely talented peer group, have upgraded my clinical reasoning skills. This has helped me evolve to deliver better professional practices.”
Yasmeen Shaikh
Senior Soft Tissue Therapist
Education
- Certificate in Soft Tissue Therapy and Reflexology, 2000
- Certificate in Aromatherapy and Stress Management, 2002
- CIDASCO Diploma in Spa Management, 2012
- Thalgo Face and Body Training, 2015
- ESPA Essential Face and Body Treatment Training, 2017
Professional History
Yasmeen has more than 20 years of specialised soft tissue experience, and in 2012, she deservedly won the award for “Best Therapist and Spa Trainer” at the Asia Pacific Awards. Following her initial years at The Leela, The Westin, and Le Royal Meridien, she went on to become the Assistant Manager of the well-reputed Spa team at The Marriot, Juhu.
Yasmeen has a rich range of expertise include Reflexology, Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Swedish Massage, Korean Massage, Balinese Massage and Hot Stone Therapy.
Her vast experience has enabled her to develop a specific suite of restorative and nourishing treatments for either calming and balancing the nervous system, releasing and detoxifying the neuromuscular system, and/or activating and energising the myofascial system. According to your assessment and soft tissue needs, Yasmeen delivers a combination of these treatments with the utmost detail and care.
Personal History
When not at her massage table, you will find Yasmeen working out, dancing, organising beauty events, and singing her way to healthy.
“206OM has given me a great base to optimise my soft tissue expertise in the clinic setting. Working with a team of highly skilled Physiotherapists, it is rewarding to apply my skills and experience in a way that helps people gain greater independence after injury, surgery or illness, thus bettering a person’s wellbeing.”
Tamara Zweck
Founding Director 206 Optimal Movement
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Physiotherapy, University of South Australia, 1998
- Diploma Project Management, University of South Australia, 2004
Professional History
Tamara is a leading Manual Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapist, the go-to expert for challenging neuromusculoskeletal cases.
She has provided contracted education services to the National Cricket Academy, Bangalore and lectured at numerous national and international Orthopaedic conferences in India.
Tamara was the Physiotherapist to the New Zealand Cricket Team during the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup and in the following year to the Colombo team for the Sri Lankan Premier League. As the lead medical support staff, she worked and travelled with the teams throughout the tournaments.
Within in the same season she was appointed the Medical Director for the Indian Premier League, a role which she continued with through 10 seasons, significantly raising the benchmark for medical services provided to elite sports events in India.
Personal History
Tamara loves to be active! And wants everyone to experience the joy of being active, each in their own way. She has been practising yoga for more than 20 years, and every day, this ancient practise highly influences her practice of Physiotherapy. She swims and plays tennis every week, and looks forward to returning to trekking soon, this time with her daughter.
“I founded 206 Optimal Movement in 2013 to fill the need for a high standard of reliable Physiotherapy and Sports Rehabilitation Services. Our Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy team collaborates with a large network of specialist doctors, coaches, fitness trainers, Yoga and Pilates teachers, and other health professionals to help people achieve their sports, health and fitness goals. I’m really glad to support and provide opportunities for Physiotherapists in India, and to continue to professionally develop the role and practise of Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapy.”
Christopher Chacko
Administration Manager
Education
- HSC, Mumbai University, Mumbai
With more than 15 years of experience in client management and operations, Christopher is a core member of our administrative department. He brought his drive and exemplary customer service skills to our organisation from his previous work at the Renaissance Hotels.
When not at work, you will find Christopher riding his bike or out for a walk.
“206OM has given me the opportunity to grow well and refine my administrative skills, and customer care service, which is so important in healthcare. As we have grown, it has given me experience in project management, and every day, working with the 206OM team inspires me to do my best work.”
Kiran Mendonca
Administration Manager
Education
- SSC, St Joseph’s High School, Wadala
Kiran brings over 14 years of experience in sales and marketing to our 206OM administrative team. He provides a caring and conscientious approach to our patient focused scheduling of appointments, and continues to develop strong skills in organising the processes behind the scenes of 206OM.
Outside of work, you will find Kiran contributing to voluntary and social work in his community.
“I enjoy working in healthcare with the 206OM team! They encourage me in my work, so that we can all support patients in the best way possible.”
Manoj Redkar
Administrative Assistant
Education
- SSC, Unyog Vidyalaya, Khar
With 20+ years of experience under his belt, including with a major airline, Manoj helps keep the wheels turning at 206OM.
A sports enthusiast, he stays mentally and physically fit playing cricket, football and kabbadi.
We work & collaborate with your Doctors, Coaches, Trainers and Teachers to keep the bigger picture, your Health, in focus.