
Vanessa Afonso
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Professional Licence No. 2445
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy Adult clinical Pilates Pilates kids
Come and Meet
Tecnifisio is a clinical space for Specialised Physiotherapy and Wellbeing, based in Lagos since April 2002. It is made up of qualified, specialised professionals with extensive professional experience, who believe in a multi- and interdisciplinary approach.
Here you will discover all the areas that Tecnifisio offers, and see that we can help you not only to treat and recover from injuries, but also to optimise your quality of life and promote physical and emotional wellbeing.
Come and see us!
Our Values
In our pursuit of excellence in service delivery, we are committed to building solid relationships of trust with our patients, because we believe that trust is the cornerstone of any successful recovery process. Through an integrative approach in which the patient is treated as a whole, we ensure that everyone who walks into Tecnifisio receives personalised care that reflects our dedication to their health and wellbeing. We value our patients’ loyalty and, over time, we become partners in their journey of transformation towards a healthier and fuller life.
Teamwork is fundamental to the success of our intervention. At Tecnifisio, we believe in the synergy created when highly qualified professionals collaborate with passion and commitment. This team spirit is what drives us to achieve outstanding results and to continuously improve our services.
Our vision is to maintain and foster hope and the optimisation of health for those seeking solutions to their challenges.
Our commitment is to provide excellent service and specialised care, driving transformation in the lives of the people who come to us and creating truly enriching life experiences.

With a message or email you will be in touch with our team to make your booking. Come and see us at Tecnifisio – Specialised Physiotherapy and Wellbeing.
Opening hours 9:00 - 20:00

Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy at the Escola Superior de Saúde de Alcoitão (1997), degree in Physiotherapy at the Escola Superior Egas Moniz (2004), postgraduate qualification in Aquatic Physiotherapy at the Instituto Politécnico de Saúde do Norte (2007).
She has worked as a physiotherapist in a hospital setting (CHUA-Portimão), was Hydrotherapy coordinator at the Lagos Municipal Swimming Pools and lecturer at the Instituto Piaget in Silves, as well as technical director and CEO of Tecnifisio since 2002.
Specialises in Women’s Health and Paediatrics, with training in Mother-and-Child Physiotherapy, Respiratory Physiotherapy and Infant Massage. She also holds training in Pelvic Health Uro-Gynaecological Physiotherapy; Birth Preparation and Postnatal Rehabilitation; Active and Passive Perineal Rehabilitation; Myofascial Treatment in Perineology and the Fascial System in Women’s Health: from pregnancy to menopause).
Trained in Modified Pilates for Physiotherapists and in Pilates in Women’s Health (2008).
Currently, in addition to clinical practice in Women’s Health and Paediatrics, she coordinates the Tecnifisio multidisciplinary team.
Professional Licence No.: 5173
Our team
Our team covers areas such as Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Speech Therapy and Psychology.

Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Professional Licence No. 2445
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy Adult clinical Pilates Pilates kids
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Professional Licence No. 2514
Oncology physiotherapy Breast cancer Osteopathic techniques
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Professional Licence No. 5947
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy Relaxation techniques Sports massage
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Professional Licence No. 1014
Paediatric osteopathy
Osteopath
Osteopath
Professional Licence No. 0032126

Nutritionist
Nutritionist
Professional Licence No. 2097
Gut microbiota Autoimmunity
Nutritionist
Nutritionist
Professional Licence No. 2918
Oncology
Nutritionist
Nutritionist
Professional Licence No. 2021
Weight management Increase in muscle mass Diabetes and pre-diabetes Gastrointestinal symptoms
Speech Therapist
Speech Therapist
Professional Licence No. 032368186
Communication Language Orofacial motor function
Psychologist
Psychologist
Professional Licence No. 14686
Child and adolescent psychology Psychopedagogy Vocational guidance
Psychologist
Psychologist
Professional Licence No. 13762
Positive parenting Personal development coaching Psychotherapy
Receptionist

Operations Manager

Some injuries need immediate treatment, as their consequences can result in prolonged pain. For this reason, and because your health is a priority, Tecnifisio created the Rapid Care Service, provided by a physiotherapist specialised in respiratory, orthopaedic, neurological and sports physiotherapy.
(+351) 912 547 075
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