04/07/2020
About me:
I'm a Chartered Physiotherapist with 12 years of experience as a qualified physio. Much of this has been through various neurology specialities although I have also worked in other areas alongside this.
I currently work in Portsmouth in the stroke service but have previously worked across Portsmouth, Southampton and the surrounding areas in both NHS and private practice.
I am trained in various forms of electotherapy and neuro technologies as well as orthotics, splinting, SaeboFlex and kinesiology taping.
My approach is goal centred and utilising a combination of Bobath and Movement Science principles.
If you want further information regarding what conditions or methods I have experience working with I'm happy to discuss this.
What can I offer:
Area covered - I'm flexible regarding where I work and travel costs can be discussed at the initial consultation. As a rough guide I will be happy to cover between Portsmouth and Southampton including the South Downs region.
Conditions - my key areas of work are neurological conditions, particularly stroke, but also conditions such as MS, Parkinson's, MND, spinal cord injuries, peripheral neuropathies and Bells Palsy to name a few. I'm happy to treat other conditions too and will discuss this with you prior to any formal assessment.
Frequency of input - everyone is different and I feel a tailored approach is best for each person. I will discuss this with you at initial assessment and continue to review input throughout. I will discuss what goals you wish to achieve through physio and work with you to achieve these.
COVID 19 & PPE:
With the current pandemic I will be continuing to work to government and my governing body (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) regulations. This means all face to face visits will require me to wear disposable gloves, apron and face mask which will be changed after each visit. This is in line with NHS policy.
Should you be shielding or in an at risk group we will discuss the appropriateness of a visit and minimise contact.
All initial discussions will be over phone or video.
Assessment:
All initial discussions will be over phone or video and an outline made of what I feel is required. It will then be up to you whether you wish to proceed with a formal assessment.
