I initially undertook a BSc in Sport and Exercise Science at Exeter University followed by an MSc in Physiotherapy at Birmingham University, qualifying in 2008. I specialised early in Musculoskeletal Outpatients and Orthopaedics.

After working in a number of positions within the NHS and Independent Sector, I relocated back to Herefordshire and commenced the role of Physiotherapy Manager at Nuffield Health Hereford Hospital.

I have an interest in a variety of conditions and can support patients with sports injuries, more chronic problems and also recovery post operatively. I aim to help restore function, strength and mobility as well as offering pain management and return to sport or everyday activities.

I have completed a number of courses over the years including in hand therapy, shoulder rehabilitation, ACL rehabilitation and joint manipulation to name just a few.

I trained as a Physiotherapist at the Middlesex Hospital in London. My first jobs were in and around London where I gained experience in outpatients, neurology, orthopaedics, obstetrics and medical chest conditions. I then specialised in orthopaedics and outpatients.

I took a career break to raise my family, returning to Physiotherapy and retraining in 2012.

Within the Hereford NHS Trust, I worked in orthopaedics and outpatients where I specialised in rheumatology treating individuals, taking classes and liaising with consultants. During this time I trained in the treatment of pain with acupuncture, and self-management of pain.

I started working for Nuffield Health Hereford in January 2016 treating In patient Orthopaedic, Gynaecological and general surgical patients. I also treat outpatient joint replacement patients.

I manage the hydrotherapy service working closely with another qualified Physiotherapist in the treatment of various musculoskeletal conditions which respond well to aquatic therapy.

I graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2015 and started my career in the NHS in a Musculoskeletal outpatient clinic treating a variety of conditions.

I continued working in the NHS as a Community Paediatric Physiotherapist for 4 years treating neurological and musculoskeletal paediatric conditions and participating in hydrotherapy sessions. Alongside this, I started working in a private musculoskeletal clinic before moving full-time to a private hospital in 2020. I have since seen and treated inpatient and outpatient settings.

I have an interest in a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and can help patients with recovery from surgery, acute problems, and more chronic conditions. I have a special interest in treating patients with neck pain, back pain and Women’s Pelvic health and am starting further training to be able to help patients with pelvic-related pain.

After graduating from Cardiff University as a Chartered Physiotherapist I spent the first 6 months of my career working during COVID-19 at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital followed by a rotational post where I developed skills in Trauma and Orthopaedics, Musculoskeletal rehabilitation, paediatrics, Neurology and general medicine within Cwm Taf University Health board.

Since completing my Junior rotations, I have worked at a senior level focusing on Musculoskeletal and orthopaedics while offering assistance with generalised strengthening, increasing mobility and restoring function following operations or injury.

My specific interest lies with advanced rehabilitation which developed during my initial degree in Sports and Exercise, I am also qualified in Sports Massage with a level 4 certificate and sports taping.

Following my qualification as a Chartered Physiotherapist I initially worked for 3 years at The Mineral Water Hospital in Bath specializing in Rheumatological diseases.

Since then I have worked in a variety of hospitals including London and Cambridge, and travelled abroad to Canada, gaining experience in a wide range of conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.

I moved to Hereford in 1993 and have since specialized in Musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and can offer assistance with pain relief, strengthening, increased mobility and restoration of functional ability following injury, trauma or post-op.

My particular interests are Pelvic girdle pain, Women’s Health and Vestibular rehabilitation. I am also qualified to treat pain with Acupuncture and am a member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.