Nell Mead Physiotherapist

Nell Mead Physiotherapist Specialist in complex musculoskeletal rehab. Book available now on Amazon: How To Be Your Own Physio. Everything in your body is connected.

An injury in one place can lead to compensation and further injury in another. So when you feel pain, you need to know where the trouble stems from. When you come to see me, I'll find, analyse and tackle the cause of your pain, rather than just looking at the symptoms. Once I've located the problem, I can help you get better and better. No temporary fixes - I only deal in long-term solutions. Ever

yone's body has a story to tell, and when you come to see me, I'll listen. I understand that injury is rarely just about one painful part. Using my unique Health & Performance Pyramid, I'll look at your body as a whole to find the real cause of the problem. And when I'm designing a treatment plan for you, it's about more than physiology; I'll think about who you are, and what's important to you, whether it's trampolining or trips abroad. Call my team on 0207 175 0150 now to find out how I can help you.

📍 I work in Liverpool Street, central London, and I love what I do. But the reality is that my waiting list is long, and...
05/08/2025

📍 I work in Liverpool Street, central London, and I love what I do. But the reality is that my waiting list is long, and coming to see me in person is, quite frankly, a high-end investment. This means that for many people, whether due to price, location, or availability, my in-clinic treatment isn’t an option.

But I don’t believe top-quality care should only be for those who can make it to my clinic.

That’s why I created my online self-assessment course.

For £100, it helps you become your own physio and work out where your pain is really coming from.

And the best part?

You only need a tennis ball, a yoga brick, and a foam roller to get started.

Then... once you’ve identified the root cause of your problem - the driver - I’ve created follow-up courses to guide you in treating it effectively.

✨ Is it time to take control of your recovery and start feeling better? Go here: https://howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

"Gamechanger—something for everyone.I can't speak highly enough of Nell's physio or this book. She takes a really compli...
03/08/2025

"Gamechanger—something for everyone.
I can't speak highly enough of Nell's physio or this book. She takes a really complicated subject and breaks it down into something really easy to understand and act on, all laced with Nell's humour and easy charm. As a sportsperson who's read a lot of these things, I know I will keep returning to this book. This is a must-read to help you understand your body better, and I'm certain everyone will find at least a few genuinely life-changing bits to take away from it."

- KC

Grab your copy of How To Be Your Own Physio: mybook.to/htbyop-book

The secret to a healthier, more resilient body...It all starts with the foundation of your health, which is crucial for ...
02/08/2025

The secret to a healthier, more resilient body...

It all starts with the foundation of your health, which is crucial for optimal functioning. At the base of this foundation lies your vascular system – the vessels that transport fluid throughout your body. This layer creates the perfect environment for your cells to thrive, much like preparing the ideal soil for plants. 🌱

The building blocks of this foundation layer are:

💧 Hydration: Keeping your tissues lubricated so they can glide and flow.
🥕Nutrition: Providing the right building blocks for your cells.
😴Sleep: Giving your body time to repair and rejuvenate.
😣Stress management: Keeping your internal environment calm and balanced.

Mastering these elements ensures that your body’s waste removal systems (lymphatic and venous) work efficiently, allowing your arteries to deliver vital nutrients to your cells. A healthy internal environment makes you more robust and resilient against injury or illness, almost like having an immaculate plumbing system in your skyscraper!

The foundation layer is just one aspect of the comprehensive approach I discuss in my book, How To Be Your Own Physio.

The Health & Performance Pyramid serves as your guide to building and maintaining a strong, high-performing body. If you’re ready to nourish your cells and take your health journey to the next level, grab your copy today: http://mybook.to/htbyop-book

ENDURANCE ISN'T JUST FOR ATHLETESWhile the benefits of endurance for athletes are clear, it’s also important in everyday...
01/08/2025

ENDURANCE ISN'T JUST FOR ATHLETES

While the benefits of endurance for athletes are clear, it’s also important in everyday life. Let’s explore some of the ways endurance enhances our daily experiences:

· Active daily living:
From tackling household chores to enjoying recreational activities, having good levels of endurance makes everything easier. Imagine breezing through a day of gardening or keeping up with your kids at the park without feeling exhausted.

· Occupational performance:
Many jobs require a degree of endurance. Teachers spend hours on their feet, nurses walk miles during their shifts, and construction workers perform physically demanding tasks all day. Better endurance can make these occupations less taxing and more enjoyable.

· Mental resilience:
Endurance isn’t just physical. It has a significant mental component. The ability to persist in the face of fatigue carries over into other areas of life, fostering mental toughness and resilience.

· Energy for life:
With improved endurance, you’ll have more energy for the things you love. Whether it’s pursuing hobbies, spending time with family, or taking on new challenges, you’ll have the stamina to fully engage in life.

· Travel and adventure:
Good endurance opens up a world of travel and adventure opportunities. From hiking in national parks to exploring cities on foot, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in new experiences without being limited by fatigue.

Do you have the level of endurance you need for the life you want to live?

1.2 million people in the UK take time off work each year due to back, neck and muscle pain. That's 23% of all working d...
01/08/2025

1.2 million people in the UK take time off work each year due to back, neck and muscle pain. That's 23% of all working days lost.

The majority of these cases – probably around 70% - respond well to traditional physiotherapy.

But there's a hidden story in these numbers, because that meanst that about 30% - that's nearly 400,000 people each year - don't get fully better with standard treatment. Their pain may become chronic. They may or may not have to take a lot of time off work, but either way, they aren’t living a full and pain free life.

The traditional approach to physiotherapy is called the biomedical approach, and it’s relatively simple: if your knee hurts, we look at your knee. We examine the structures, test the muscles, maybe do a scan. We massage and stretch it if it’s tight, and give you knee exercises if it’s weak, and if we see significant structural damage on the MRI scan, we might send you to see a surgeon.

So what about that 30%?

The hideous phrase we used to use in the Army was that they’d "failed rehab".

In my experience, that's rarely true.
For many of them, rehab failed them.

Some people who've "failed rehab" end up having unnecessary surgery
Others give up activities they love
And many simply accept living with pain as their new normal

That is where I come in!
That is my area of expertise.

I look at the whole body as an interconnected system, or as a series of interconnected systems, like an electrical circuit.

Rather than just looking at your knee when your knee hurts, I identify what's driving that issue. And once we've done that, we treat the cause, not just the symptoms.

You do not have to live in pain.

“BEST MONEY I EVER SPENT!!”Here’s what my patient, JC, had to say:"I found Nell last month after looking into help for a...
31/07/2025

“BEST MONEY I EVER SPENT!!”

Here’s what my patient, JC, had to say:

"I found Nell last month after looking into help for an ongoing leg/hip issue. I had seen a physiotherapist before but had had no luck. I signed up to an online consult which I was a bit dubious about. BEST MONEY I EVER SPENT!! Nell was warm, friendly and completed a thorough assessment via video call. She had an impact on a problem that had been bothering me for years. Her follow-up notes and video exercises were thorough and easy to follow."

When I first started offering online consultations, I wasn’t sure how they would be received - but stories like this show how impactful they can be. You don’t always need an in-person session to uncover the root cause of your pain and start making progress.

Whether it’s an old issue that hasn’t been resolved or something new that’s causing discomfort, a clear, holistic assessment (even online) can be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.

This is also why I created my online self-assessment course - to bring my clinic-style approach to your home. With simple tools and step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to identify the real cause of your pain and take meaningful steps to address it.

You don’t have to wait for an in-person appointment to start feeling better: howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

What if you heal - and not hurt - once and for all?One of the first things I do in clinic is analyse your body to figure...
29/07/2025

What if you heal - and not hurt - once and for all?
One of the first things I do in clinic is analyse your body to figure out what’s really driving your pain - the driver. Then, I start by treating that.

Why? Because focusing only on the area that hurts often leads to temporary relief. For example, if your knee hurts but the real issue is tight buttock muscles pulling on your thigh bone, treating just the knee won’t fix the root cause. The pain will likely come back.

But when we address the driver, we create the right conditions for your knee to heal properly and stay pain-free. Then, if the knee still needs treatment, it’s far less likely to be triggered again.

That’s the foundation of my self assessment course. There are very few physios trained to find the driver, and I know that for many reasons, most people can’t come to see me in my clinic. That’s why I created a way for you to find your own driver and take charge of your recovery.

✨ Ready to heal the right way? Start your journey here: https://howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

"Pure genius…This book brought tears to my eyes! I have felt like I’ve been banging my head against a brick wall for 20 ...
27/07/2025

"Pure genius…
This book brought tears to my eyes! I have felt like I’ve been banging my head against a brick wall for 20 years, Nell’s approach creates clarity with simplicity and a super easy-to-read and digest format. Easiest investment in your wellbeing and recovery you can make 🙏🥂"

- Ellie

Here's everything I've learned about solving complex pain puzzles: mybook.to/htbyop-book

If you’re fed up with recurring pain and wondering if there’s another way to get better, I’ve got you covered.My quick 1...
26/07/2025

If you’re fed up with recurring pain and wondering if there’s another way to get better, I’ve got you covered.

My quick 19-question quiz helps you find out if my self assessment course is right for you:

✔️ Perfect if you’re ready to take control of your recovery.
✔️ Designed for those with muscle or joint issues.
✔️ Ideal if you’re confident enough to work independently.

Not sure where to start? Start with the quiz—it’s free, takes less than 2 minutes, and will give you instant clarity.

👉 Click here to take the quiz: https://bit.ly/PhysioReport

Sustained endurance isn’t just about elite athletic feats. It’s also what allows you to spend a day sightseeing in a new...
25/07/2025

Sustained endurance isn’t just about elite athletic feats. It’s also what allows you to spend a day sightseeing in a new city without flagging, or to keep up with your energetic dog on long walks. It helps you to keep going when your less durable friend wants to stop at the pub!

Physiologically, sustained endurance is all about efficiency.

Your body becomes adept at using oxygen to break down fats and carbohydrates for energy, a process known as aerobic metabolism. Your slow-twitch muscle fibres, designed for endurance, take centre stage, working to keep you moving.

Do you have the level of endurance you need for the life you want to live?

Being told to take your clothes off in front of 35 other people!I went to uni with not much money to spare, so I went fo...
25/07/2025

Being told to take your clothes off in front of 35 other people!

I went to uni with not much money to spare, so I went for the cheapest campus accommodation - Waveney Terrace. My £36-a-week room had a narrow cot bed, a built-in wardrobe, a desk, and a sink. I shared a corridor (and a kitchen + two showers!) with 13 others. Cosy, right?

Our corridor turned out not to be party animals. We mostly missed the Freshers' Week events and instead spent evenings sitting on the floor, legs intertwined, drinking cheap wine and getting to know each other.

Julie, my next-door neighbour, was also studying physiotherapy. Together, we ambitiously signed up for every sports club - football, rugby, gym, tennis, lacrosse… and then I spotted the men in green. The OTC (Officer Training Corps) was the uni version of the Territorial Army.

Unable to resist showing off my Army gap year experience, I marched up to the stand. They told me it was the only society that paid you to attend - £10 per Monday drill night and £29 per day for weekend camp. And since I was already a commissioned 2Lt, I’d be paid even more! That covered my rent, and I figured it couldn’t be worse than actual Army life… so I signed up.

Then, lectures started.

Julie and I trooped into our first physiotherapy class, where 36 students (only 4 were boys!) sat around hydraulic therapy couches, facing the lecturer.

"Hello, everyone. Take your tops off!"

We were startled. Then, slowly, 32 girls in bras and 4 shirtless guys emerged.

"Now your jeans!"

Cue more hesitation.

“Remember this feeling – this is how your patients will feel every day!”

We all ended up sitting in our underwear.

Julie, however, was mortified - she was wearing a thong and admitted she didn’t own any other type of pants.

Big mistake.

That afternoon, a few of us ran into town and found the biggest pair of pink thermal granny pants we could. We decorated them with her name and pinned them above her door. She saw the funny side... eventually!

The moral? Always wear your Bridget Jones underwear to your physio appointment ;)

I know what you’re thinking... how does your shoulder sit in the wrong spot for 15 years, and no one picks up on it?It h...
24/07/2025

I know what you’re thinking... how does your shoulder sit in the wrong spot for 15 years, and no one picks up on it?

It happens more often than you’d like to think. Pain isn’t always where the problem is - it’s a symptom of something deeper. That’s why so many people end up frustrated after trying countless treatments that only focus on the area that hurts.

Here’s what one of my patients had to say:

"Nell did what other physios and osteos couldn’t – fix my shoulder, which had been sitting in the wrong place for about 15 years! If you have any doubt about booking with Nell, just do it – she’s worth every penny."

For 15 years, this shoulder issue went undiagnosed because no one looked beyond the surface. My approach digs deeper, uncovering the driver of the pain and addressing it directly. That’s how real, lasting results happen.

If you’ve been feeling stuck or let down by treatments that don’t seem to work, my online self-assessment course can help you take that same journey to understanding and addressing your pain - all from the comfort of your home: howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

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