East Devon Physical Therapy

East Devon Physical Therapy We offer a range of therapies from photobiomodulation LASER to Anti-Gravity rehabilitation, Spinal ma

We offer a range of therapies from photobiomodulation LASER to Anti-Gravity rehabilitation, Spinal manipulation to Plantar pressure analysis; injuries are managed in a professional manner resulting in recovery to optimal fitness. Whether you are looking for post-operative rehabilitation, or need to recover rapidly from a sporting injury, we will employ the latest techniques and equipment to rehabilitate your injuries back to full fitness.

31/07/2025

We are looking for our next team member, could it be you?!

All of our therapists are employed, meaning great team satisfaction, consistency in approach and no fighting over patients!

We aren’t just a large chain practice with multiple individuals, we’re a working family!

With rewards and incentives, become a valued member of our team

Email guy@eastdevonphysicaltherapy.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you!

👣 Go beyond guesswork—see your steps in full colour!Scott’s using our top-tier Footscan® pressure analysis system. With ...
21/07/2025

👣 Go beyond guesswork—see your steps in full colour!

Scott’s using our top-tier Footscan® pressure analysis system. With each step across the mat, we record 8000+ pressure sensors underfoot, capturing data for high-precision results. You’ll see your personal foot map, revealing pressure peaks, timing, loading rates, balance, and even hidden stability issues in minutes! 🔴🟡🟢

Scott breaks down all those stats—peak force, timing errors, asymmetries—and explains what it means for your pain and movement.

No jargon. Just clear answers, so you know what needs changing and get a custom plan that fits you. Patients always say Scott makes it make sense! 🙌🤓

Got questions about how you walk or run?

Drop them below, call 01297 598605, or hit INFO in bio. We help you move better, not just mask pain!

**🩹 KINESIOLOGY TAPE: THE COLORFUL TRUTH 🌈**Let’s talk about those pretty rainbow patterns you see on athletes... **What...
11/07/2025

**🩹 KINESIOLOGY TAPE: THE COLORFUL TRUTH 🌈**

Let’s talk about those pretty rainbow patterns you see on athletes...

**What the marketing says:**
✨ “Reduces swelling and bruising!”
✨ “Speeds up healing!”
✨ “Improves performance!”

**What the research actually shows:**
🔬 Minimal evidence for injury recovery
🔬 No significant reduction in actual swelling
🔬 Those “amazing” bruise patterns? Just tape creating visual illusions! 😂

**The reality check:**
That fancy tape might make you FEEL like you’re doing something therapeutic, but your body’s natural healing process is doing the heavy lifting. The colorful patterns on bruises? That’s just adhesive manipulation, not magical healing!

**What actually works for injury recovery:**
💪 Proper movement and exercise
🎯 Evidence-based treatment
⏰ Time and patience
🏃‍♂️ Gradual return to activity

Don’t get us wrong - if tape makes you feel more confident or provides some comfort, go for it! But let’s not pretend it’s a miracle cure when the science just isn’t there.

**Your money might be better spent on treatments with actual evidence behind them! 💡**

⚡️ **Rugby Legend  Seeks Power of Thor!** ⚡️Our retired England international & ex-Exeter Chiefs flanker has hung up his...
04/07/2025

⚡️ **Rugby Legend Seeks Power of Thor!** ⚡️

Our retired England international & ex-Exeter Chiefs flanker has hung up his boots but he’s not done yet! 💪

🔨 **New Mission:** Achieve the Thor Chris Hemsworth physique
⚡️ **Secret Weapon:** Our NovoTHOR Light Pod (and a lot of lifting)
🎯 **Current Challenge:** Being dragged around the park by his kids without needing a week’s recovery!

Because even a man who dominated the Premiership for nearly a decade and earned England caps still gets absolutely destroyed by his kids demanding “one more race, daddy!” 🏃‍♂️👶

Our NovoTHOR is giving this rugby royalty the power to:
✨ Recover faster than Asgardian healing
💪 Build strength worthy of Mjolnir
🌟 Keep up with his kids (the real endurance test!)

Ready to channel your inner superhero like Don? Book your NovoTHOR session today!

📞 01297 598605
📍 Axminster, Devon

🍽️ Ever feel like you walked into a restaurant expecting one dish but found a whole buffet instead? 😄 Well, let’s clear ...
03/07/2025

🍽️ Ever feel like you walked into a restaurant expecting one dish but found a whole buffet instead? 😄 Well, let’s clear the air!

Physio and sports therapy are professions, not just treatments! 🎓✨ Think of it like a menu: we have a variety of options to choose from!

If you've ever said, "I've had physio and it didn't work" or "I've tried sports therapy, didn't do anything," remember that you're addressing a profession, not just a treatment plan or a therapist's individual expertise.

From exercise rehabilitation to shockwave therapy, photobiomodulation (yes, that’s NovoTHOR!), and good old manual therapies like massage, we tailor our approach to fit your individual needs.

Perhaps you thought you were just getting a simple pizza, but our skilled therapists serve you a five-star culinary experience that’s way better for your health! 🍕➡️🥗

And speaking of top-notch treatments, here’s Olympic badminton star Ben Lane making the most of the NovoTHOR for its systemic anti-inflammatory effects to help boost his recovery. Guided by our expert team, he’s experiencing the benefits of tailored therapy, just like you will! 💪💙

So, whether you’re looking for a quick fix or a full-on recovery plan, our team is here to serve up the best treatment options tailored just for you! 💪💙

🎾 GAME, SET, MATCH... ELBOW PAIN? 🎾With Wimbledon starting today, let’s talk about that pesky “tennis elbow”!Plot twist:...
30/06/2025

🎾 GAME, SET, MATCH... ELBOW PAIN? 🎾

With Wimbledon starting today, let’s talk about that pesky “tennis elbow”!

Plot twist: It might not actually BE tennis elbow! 😱

That lateral elbow pain could be:

🔍 Neck issues referring down your arm

🔍 Pronator tenderitis (fancy name, real problem!)

🔍 Actual lateral epicondylitis

🔍 Or something completely different!

This is why we don’t just guess and hope for the best! Our thorough assessment gets to the ROOT of your pain - because treating the wrong thing is like trying to fix a backhand when your serve is the problem! 🤷‍♂️

Good news: Our shockwave therapy is absolutely CRUSHING elbow pain (pun intended)!

This game-changing technology accelerates healing and gets you back to your A-game faster than a Djokovic return! ⚡

Don’t let elbow pain sideline you this summer. Book your assessment and let’s serve up some real solutions!

📞 01297 598605

📍 Axminster, Devon

🏃‍♀️ HUGE congratulations to  on her absolutely PHENOMENAL fastest mile - the fastest any woman has EVER run the distanc...
26/06/2025

🏃‍♀️ HUGE congratulations to on her absolutely PHENOMENAL fastest mile - the fastest any woman has EVER run the distance! 🔥

Must have been all those training sessions Guy “supervised” at Kipchoge Stadium in Kenya 😉 Clearly his expert guidance from the sidelines made all the difference! 🤣

In all seriousness though - what an absolutely MASSIVE achievement and effort! Breaking barriers and rewriting history. This is what happens when talent meets dedication meets relentless pursuit of excellence. 💪

We know the incredible amount of work, precision, and mental strength that goes into performances like this. Faith, you’re an absolute inspiration! 🌟

🤔 “If it’s muscular, I can help!”Well, that’s like saying “if it’s car trouble, I’ve got a spanner!” 🔧Here’s the thing -...
26/06/2025

🤔 “If it’s muscular, I can help!”

Well, that’s like saying “if it’s car trouble, I’ve got a spanner!” 🔧

Here’s the thing - your body isn’t just a collection of separate parts. That shoulder pain? Could be your thoracic spine. That knee issue? Might be your hip stability.

That “simple” muscle problem? Often involves fascia, joints, nerves, movement patterns, and sometimes even your brain’s pain processing!

We don’t just ask “what hurts?” - we ask “WHY does it hurt?” 🧠

✅ Advanced diagnostic ultrasound to SEE what’s happening

✅ 3D plantar pressure gait analysis to understand HOW you move

✅ Evidence-based treatments (not just a rub down!)

✅ NovoTHOR light therapy for cellular healing

✅ Shockwave and LASER therapy

✅ HUR technology for precise testing and rehabilitation

✅ A team trained in complex sports injury and orthopaedic conditions

And before you start Googling your symptoms at 2am - we don’t expect you to self-diagnose whether it’s “muscular” or not! That’s literally our job! 😂

But let’s be honest - sometimes you just want to feel amazing! 😌 We totally get it.

Our sports therapy specialist Georgia brings incredible expertise to every treatment - whether you’re dealing with complex sports injuries, need performance enhancement, or simply want some therapeutic relaxation.

Perfect timing too - you’ve still got a few days left to grab our Spring massage deals before they disappear!

Because honestly? If your body was that simple, you’d have fixed it yourself by now! 😉
Ready for answers, not guesswork?

📞 01297 598605

🔍 See It, Treat It, Heal It! 🔍Introducing our revolutionary Scan & Treat Packages - combining advanced ultrasound imagin...
23/06/2025

🔍 See It, Treat It, Heal It! 🔍

Introducing our revolutionary Scan & Treat Packages - combining advanced ultrasound imaging with targeted shockwave therapy for precision healing! 🎯

👨‍⚕️ Meet Paul Thawley - Our Specialist Physiotherapist & MSK Sonographer:

✅ Former British Olympic Association Senior Physiotherapist 🏅
✅ F1, football & rugby specialist
✅ 28+ years experience
✅ UCL Senior Clinical Teaching Fellow

Two packages available:

🌟 Essential Scan & Treat - £290 (save £45!)

💎 Complete Scan & Treat - £390 (save £70!)

Perfect for

🦴 Hip impingement
💪🏻 Shoulder issues
🎾 Tennis elbow
🦵 Knee problems
🏃‍♂️ Achilles pain
🦶 Plantar fasciitis!

Experience Olympic-level diagnostics right here in Devon! 🚀

📞 Call 01297 598605 to book
📍 Woodmead Road, Axminster

🏃‍♂️ RUNNERS: Ready to train smarter, not harder?Whether you’re coming back from injury, need gait refinement, or want t...
16/06/2025

🏃‍♂️ RUNNERS: Ready to train smarter, not harder?

Whether you’re coming back from injury, need gait refinement, or want the perfect recovery run after race day - our AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is your secret weapon! 🚀

✨ What makes it perfect for runners:

🎯 Gradual loading progression (20-100% body weight)

⚡ Maintain speed work without impact stress

🔄 Perfect post-race recovery runs

📊 Gait retraining

💪 Train through minor injuries safely

13+ years of AlterG expertise helping runners from weekend warriors to elites stay strong, stay fast, stay injury-free!

Ready to experience running without limits? Book your FREE 20-minute demo 👇

🏉✨ Supporting Elite Rugby Performance! We’re delighted to be working with talented rugby player  as he prepares for pre-...
09/06/2025

🏉✨ Supporting Elite Rugby Performance!

We’re delighted to be working with talented rugby player as he prepares for pre-season with Exeter Chiefs! 🔥⚡

Using our state-of-the-art pressure plate system 📊💻, we’ve been conducting detailed shoulder stability analysis to ensure Alfie is in peak condition. This advanced diagnostic technology allows us to identify and address any potential issues before they impact performance on the field! 🎯🏆

Our comprehensive approach combines cutting-edge technology with expert clinical knowledge 🧠⚡ - the same standard of care we provide to all our patients, whether you’re a professional athlete or weekend warrior! 💪✨

Address

Woodmead Road
Axminster
EX135PQ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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