The Manual Therapy Clinic

28/05/2026

Great news, friends! 🙌

We know weekdays can get hectic, so we're making things a little easier. TMTC is now open on weekends!

Whether it's a lazy Saturday morning or a Sunday afternoon, we're here for you. See you soon!

The TMTC Team

13/05/2026

Wonderful day with the team providing Indiba® Training

Our newest team members are now fully qualified in Radiofrequency Therapy to provide the best results in MSK rehabilitation, manual therapy, pelvic floor and women health.

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03/05/2026

Welcome to our new therapist The Manual Therapy Clinic!!! 🙏

Carlo Alexandre Teixeira da Silva – Physiotherapist, GDS Method Specialist, Capoeira Master (Brazilian native)

As a young athlete, immersed into various sports (water polo, running, and above all practising capoeira, the Brazilian martial art and dance form), I naturally became interested in physiotherapy. It was the perfect way to turn my passion for movement into a professional path dedicated to health, sport, and the rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal system.

My training with Ivaldo Bertazzo at the São Paulo Movement School deepened my understanding of muscle chains and introduced me to the Godelieve Denys-Struyf (GDS) method , as well as massage techniques, including deep tissue and sport massage, myofascial release, and circuit stretching. These remain central to my practice today.

For over 35 years and still continuing, I have trained and taught as a capoeira master, specialising in handstands and coordinated, harmonious movements. This long‑term, hands‑on experience allows me to see the body as a living whole, not just a set of symptoms , and to guide patients toward better awareness, balance, and recovery.

I have committed my life to working in physiotherapy, movement re‑education, and integrating functional movements, capoeira, animal flow, and calisthenics into rehabilitation and performance programmes. My approach is holistic, patient‑centred, and always rooted in the idea that movement is both the starting point and the goal.

I am a fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish.

01/02/2026

08/10/2025

For everyone who would like to receive our amazing news. Leo arrived last 5th of October to fullfill our family and our lives. Thank you very much for all the lovely wishes I received before and during my maternity leave. I will enjoy every second of this period and I'll see you soon.
Aranzazu.

02/03/2025

What happens after your Mummy MOT assessment?

At The Manual Therapy Clinic we work with a unique multidisciplinary team to offer the highest quality approach for our new mums.
To make your rehabilitation even more complete and affordable, you will be able to choose different follow-up options depending on your specific needs or our very special “Express Post-natal package”. This will include:

Your Mummy MOT assessment by our physiotherapist and also osteopath specialist with more than 15 years of experience, Aranzazu.

A follow-up appointment with our Indiba pelvic floor specialist Jade to boost the healing process of your C-section scar, episiotomy, tears, or your diastasis recti, depending on your needs.

An appointment for pelvic osteopathy treatment with our women’s health expert Maëlle.

And at the end, last but not least, an appointment with our highly qualified doctor, sports therapist, and coach Irene, who will advise you about how to achieve your goals during the first year after your baby’s birth.

We are so excited and ready to help you in your journey. So please contact us for any further information you may need and see you soon!

https://themanualtherapyclinic.uk/mummy-mot/

Book with us : www.themanualtherapyclinic.uk

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27/02/2025

Radiofrequency therapies such as those provided by INDIBA® can achieve incredible results on their own, or when paired with manual therapies.

RF therapy can be used to treat a broad range of pelvic health issues including:
Inflammation
Chronic pelvic pain
Vaginal dryness
A**l fissures
Post-natal recovery
Episiotomy recovery
Prostatic inflammation
Hypertonic pelvic floor
Erectile dysfunction (vascular)
Genitalia fibrosis
And more…

How does it work?

It encourages the accelerated healing of tissue, reduces pain/disconfort, reduces swelling, and increases blood flow to the aplied area which hydrates it, leading to the returning of full functionality quicker. RF therapy can be used to treat acute, sub-acute, and chronic pelvic conditions, making them effective for patients with long-suffering issues and short term problems.

Benefits:

Non invasive
Versatile
No downtime
Powerful
Painless
Stimulated metabolic processes
Reduces inflammation
Increases blood flow
Improves manual therapy results
Highly evidenced based

Book with us: www.themanualtherapyclinic.uk/booking/

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25/02/2025

What is a Mummy MOT®?

A Mummy MOT® is a specialised postnatal physiotherapy assessment designed to evaluate the physical changes your body has undergone after childbirth—whether you had a vaginal delivery or a C-section.

Pregnancy and birth can place significant strain on the body, often leading to weakness in the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Many women experience symptoms such as back or pelvic pain, bladder or bowel issues, or a persistent tummy gap (diastasis recti) in the months and even years after giving birth. While these changes are common, they are not something you have to simply accept.

The Mummy MOT is a comprehensive, 75-minute assessment that includes:
A full postural screen
A pelvic floor muscle evaluation (if appropriate)
An abdominal wall examination to check for separation (diastasis recti)
Screening for bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction
It is recommended to have a Mummy MOT at around 6-8 weeks postpartum, but it’s never too late to seek treatment. Whether you recently gave birth or have been living with symptoms for years, this assessment can help you regain strength, confidence, and control over your body.

At The Manual Therapy Clinic, we are here to support your recovery journey with expert care and tailored treatment plans to help you feel your best again.

Book here: www.themanualtherapyclinic.uk/booking/

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25/02/2025

Your body deserves and needs as much LOVE and ATTENTION as your baby. Book your Mummy MOT appointment in our website www.themanualtherapyclinic.uk/booking/

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24/02/2025

Exciting news at
Our team has been training to provide you with the best service for new mums and we are finally launching our Mummy MOT service with a very spacial package!!!

What is a Mummy MOT®?
A Mummy MOT® is a specialised postnatal physiotherapy assessment designed to evaluate the physical changes your body has undergone after childbirth—whether you had a vaginal delivery or a C-section.
Pregnancy and birth can place significant strain on the body, often leading to weakness in the abdominal and pelvic floor muscles. Many women experience symptoms such as back or pelvic pain, bladder or bowel issues, or a persistent tummy gap (diastasis recti) in the months and even years after giving birth. While these changes are common, they are not something you have to simply accept.
The Mummy MOT is a comprehensive, 75-minute assessment that includes:
A full postural screen
A pelvic floor muscle evaluation (if appropriate)
An abdominal wall examination to check for separation (diastasis recti)
Screening for bladder, bowel, and sexual dysfunction.
It is recommended to have a Mummy MOT at around 6-8 weeks postpartum, but it’s never too late to seek treatment. Whether you recently gave birth or have been living with symptoms for years, this assessment can help you regain strength, confidence, and control over your body.
At The Manual Therapy Clinic, we are here to support your recovery journey with expert care and tailored treatment plans to help you feel your best again.

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