Cambridge Hospital Physiotherapist

What is physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy is a profession whose aim is to encourage and support the return to normal following illness, surgery, disease or trauma. It can be effective in the treatment of a range of muscle, joint and nerve conditions.

Our physiotherapy team at our newly refurbished Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital use a wide range of techniques such as manual therapy and exercise prescription to maintain health for people of all ages, helping patients to manage pain and prevent disease.

We offer expertise in upper limb and hand rehabilitation, pain management programmes and post-surgical recovery. Our physiotherapists are also trained in Pilates, acupuncture and joint manipulation, carrying out thorough bio-mechanical assessments.

Simon and Phil provide comprehensive assessments and treatment plans tailored to your needs. They will look at your medical history and carry out a thorough physical examination to determine the best course of action to get you back to your best as quickly as possible.

Our physiotherapists based in Cambridge are highly qualified and experienced in treating a wide variety of conditions, including:

• Sports injuries (Rugby, Football, Skiing, Cricket)
• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Musculoskeletal conditions (hip, shoulder and knee)
• Post-surgery rehabilitation
• Osteoarthritis
• Vestibular conditions
• Chronic pain, Fibromyalgia, ME

Our physio's employ a range of different physiotherapy methods to meet the requirements of the patient, including:

• Exercise and conditioning plans
• Manual therapy (mobilisations / manipulations)
• Sports massage
• Post-operative management and rehabilitation
• Ergonomic assessments
• Taping techniques
• Therapeutic ultrasound
• Pilates
• Acupuncture for pain and musculoskeletal injury

Physiotherapy clinic times and costs:

• Monday: 09:30 - 19:30
• Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:00
• Wednesday: 10:30 - 20:00
• Thursday: 09:30 - 19:30
• Friday: 07:30 - 17:30
• Initial assessment: £65 non-member / £52 member (45 mins)
• Follow up appointment: £40 non-member / £32 member (30 mins).

How are Nuffield Health different to other physiotherapy clinics?

• Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Gym members in Cambridge receive a 20% discount off their physiotherapy treatment
• One month free gym membership available during your physiotherapy treatment
• Patients can book initial appointments online anytime of day or night
• We are also approved by most major private medical insurers.

Meet our physiotherapists at Cambridge Hospital

Simon Margot

Qualifications and memberships:

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• Member of HCPC
• Member of CSP
• Member of AACP

I qualified as a physiotherapist from the Brighton University in 2000. Since then I’ve worked in a variety of roles within NHS hospitals, GP clinics, for the army and sports clubs.

With my extensive experience, I’m trained in a practising a range of techniques and will use identify the best treatment plan for your circumstances and goals. In my spare time I enjoy running.

With a background in sports, I personally understand the demands that sports/exercise injuries place on us all.

Phil Owen

Qualifications and memberships:

• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• Member of HCPC
• Member of CSP
• Member of AACP

During my physiotherapy career I’ve gained experience working in a variety of clinical settings within the NHS and private sector.

I use a range of techniques including acupuncture, manual therapy, soft tissue techniques and sports taping. I have also completed training in Pilates, which I incorporate into treatments where appropriate.

I enjoy treating patients with a range of conditions, from sports injuries to post-surgical rehabilitation.