Project Description
PHYSIOTHERAPY
PHYSIOTHERAPY
At Complete we see physiotherapy as a way of relieving pain, optimising physical function, and ultimately improving performance, whatever form that takes.
We specialise in treating musculoskeletal problems, involving injury to structures such as joints, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and nerves. Injuries can occur due to a specific traumatic incident, such as twisting an ankle whilst playing football or dislocating a shoulder when falling off a bike. Injury can also occur from simply putting the body under too much strain before it has developed the strength to tolerate it, for example trying to run too far too soon.
While it is more common for people to seek physiotherapy when they are injured or in pain, physiotherapists can also help with preventing injury by identifying underlying physical deficits. By addressing these, you can reduce your risk of injury in the future, particularly if you are about to take up a new sport or type of exercise.
So, if you have any pain or injury, whether from sitting at your desk too much or due to a sporting mishap, or even if you just want to improve your physical condition and performance, we are here to help you.
What can physiotherapy help with?
- Sports injuries
- Back and neck pain
- Rehabilitation following surgery or fractures
- Ligament and muscle tears and strains
- Tendon problems
- Arthritis and other joint conditions
- Work related pain
- Pre- and post-natal care / pelvic organ related pain or problems
- Running injuries
- Cycling injuries
What to expect?
On your first visit, you will be asked about your current problem and the impact on your life and activities. Your physiotherapist will want to know about previous injuries, your general medical heath, and your physical goals. They will then perform a physical examination to establish what anatomical structure/s are the source of your pain, and what underlying factors might be contributing to the problem, such as weakness or biomechanical issues. From here, your physio will discuss the findings and consider the treatment options with you to achieve your specific goals. The treatment plan is tailored to you. Follow-up sessions will continue the treatment process and any adjustments, based on how you present, can be made to the plan.
What forms of treatment can be offered?
- Manual therapy: including joint mobilisations or manipulations and soft tissue techniques such as massage.
- Exercise rehabilitation: to strengthen, mobilise, and stretch specific areas.
- Movement analysis and correction: to improve alignment, movement patterns, reduce the load on sensitive tissues, and improve performance.
- Shockwave therapy: to assist in the rehabilitation of tendon problems.
- Acupuncture/needling: can be helpful in relieving pain and relaxing muscles.
- Education and advice: one of the most important and effective aspects of rehabilitation is to understand more about the problem and the best ways to facilitate and take part in your own recovery. You will be given a clear explanation of the diagnosis and any other underlying causes, and we will discuss what is required to address these issues and reach your goals.
- Cycle clinic: if you have problems specifically related to cycling, this is the place for you.
- Ultrasound Guided Injections: these can be very useful if pain is not settling down in a timely fashion by using other means, and where it is interfering with your ability to undertake your specific rehabilitation exercise.
About our physiotherapists
All our physiotherapists are registered with and regulated by the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) and the CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy). They are a highly experienced team, and many have developed advanced and extended scope qualifications in areas such as diagnostic ultrasound and injection therapy. They combine vast experience gained across all sectors – private, NHS, and many areas within professional/elite sport.
What next?
If you are suffering with pain or injury that’s stopping you do the things you enjoy or need to do, if you have niggles that are annoying you, or if you have some specific sporting/fitness challenges you want to prepare for, then we can help.
If you would like to book an appointment, or would like further information, please contact us on 020 7482 3875 or email info@complete-physio.co.uk
Meet our Clinicians
Clinical Director
Chris is one of the few physiotherapists in the country to also be a fully trained as a musculoskeletal sonographer and uses diagnostic ultrasound to diagnose muscle, ligament, tendon, joint and nerve problems. He has been using diagnostic ultrasound to carry…
Chartered Physiotherapist
Alastair graduated in 2003 from the University of East London, and completed many years working in the NHS as a highly specialised musculoskeletal physiotherapist. Additionally, he developed his Physiotherapy knowledge by completing an MSc in Sports…
Chartered Physiotherapist
Luke Millward is an experienced senior Physiotherapist, with a First Class Degree in Physiotherapy, post-graduate training in Pilates, Acupuncture and muscle control and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy….
Chartered Physiotherapist
Emerson has been working as a musculoskeletal sports physiotherapist since completing his BSc (Hons) in 2005, specialising in sports and fitness injuries.Emerson has worked in GP practices, gyms, and accidents…
Chartered Physiotherapist
Alexei graduated with a BSc Hons degree in Physiotherapy from the University of East London in 2003. His particular interest in physiotherapy began primarily in Orthopaedics where he initially developed his career working..
Chartered Physiotherapist
Michael has gained a vast about of experience in assessing and managing a wide variety of musculo-skeletal conditions whilst working at large teaching hospitals in Essex and London.
Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
Mike graduated from the University of Nottingham. After specialising within the NHS he worked for a Professional Rugby club honing his hands on skills and analytical ability….
