Ms. Larisa Okke

Ms. Larisa Okke is a Senior Physiotherapist with extensive experience in pain management, orthopedic rehabilitation, sports injury treatment, and injury prevention. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Acıbadem University, Turkey, in 2018, and has since built a strong clinical background in both musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy.

She began her career at a reputable pain and sports injuries clinic, where she specialized in the treatment of chronic pain, spine conditions, postural dysfunctions, and orthopedic rehabilitation. During this period, she developed advanced expertise in corrective therapeutic exercises, posture correction, and functional movement rehabilitation, supporting patients in achieving long-term recovery and injury prevention.

Driven by a strong commitment to humanitarian healthcare, Ms. Larisa joined the Istanbul team of Doctors Without Borders, delivering physiotherapy services to vulnerable populations, including refugees with complex medical and rehabilitation needs. This experience further enhanced her holistic, patient-centered approach and her ability to manage complex and multidisciplinary cases.

Alongside her clinical practice, she worked as a Physiotherapist and certified Pilates instructor at Polestar Pilates, integrating clinical physiotherapy with movement-based rehabilitation and Pilates therapy to improve mobility, strength, and overall functional outcomes.

Ms. Larisa follows a comprehensive biopsychosocial treatment approach, addressing the psychoneuroimmunosocial factors that influence pain, movement, and recovery. To further advance her manual therapy expertise, she enrolled in a five-year Osteopathy (OMT) program in Turkey, structured in line with German educational standards, and has successfully completed three years of formal osteopathic training to date.

Her professional journey reflects a strong dedication to evidence-based physiotherapy, osteopathic manual therapy, and personalized rehabilitation programs, with a focus on delivering high-quality, patient-centered physiotherapy care and sustainable treatment outcomes.

Spoken Languages:
English, Turkish

Areas of Expertise

• Osteopathy (OMT) – Manual osteopathic techniques focusing on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving overall body function
• Neck & Back Pain Management – Acute and chronic spine-related conditions
• Headache Management – Including cervicogenic and tension-type headaches
• Myofascial Release Techniques – Treatment of muscle tightness, trigger points, and fascial restrictions
• Sports Rehabilitation – Recovery from sports-related injuries and performance optimization
• Post-Operative Rehabilitation – Structured rehabilitation following orthopedic surgeries
• Corrective Therapeutic Exercises – Posture correction, movement re-education, and functional strengthening
• Injury Prevention Programs – Especially for athletes and physically active individuals
• Dry Needling Therapy – For pain relief, muscle dysfunction, and neuromuscular conditions
• Therapeutic Taping – Support, pain reduction, and functional movement assistance
• TMJ Disorders Management – Temporomandibular joint pain, dysfunction, and associated headaches