Nell Mead Physiotherapist

13/11/2025

This is a title I have accepted with pride from Matthew!
"I call Nell the final boss of Physios!"

This is such a compliment because it captures what I aim to do for my patients - be the person who helps when nothing else has worked.

When someone comes to me with complex pain or multiple issues, I know they’ve already been through so much. My approach is all about reassurance, innovation, and digging deep to uncover the real cause of their pain. Sometimes that means trying unconventional techniques or looking at the body in a way other treatments haven’t.

If you feel like you’ve reached the end of the line with no clear answers, you don’t have to give up hope. My online self-assessment course is designed to help you uncover the driver of your pain and take steps to address it - all from the comfort of your own home.

Ready to be the boss of your pain?

🌐 Start your journey here: howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

11/11/2025

What’s included in the online self-assessment course to be your own physio?

When you sign up for it, you’ll get everything you need to uncover the root cause of your pain and take the first step toward effective recovery.

Here’s what’s included in the self-assessment course:

- A printable self-assessment form to guide you as you progress.
- A clear introductory video to walk you through the process.
- Links to purchase the simple equipment required (a tennis ball, yoga brick, and foam roller).
- Eight video self-assessment tests to identify the driver - the root cause of your pain.
- Explanations of what to do next based on your results.

Once you’ve completed the self-assessment course, you’ll be ready to move on to the rehab courses.

Here's what's included in the rehab courses:

- An anatomy lesson to deepen your understanding of your condition.
- Optional advice on optimising tissue health.
- 15–20 progressive exercise videos to target and treat the root cause of your issue.

Everything is designed to be clear, actionable, and focused on helping you get back to pain-free living.

Take charge of your recovery. Learn more here: https://howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

10/11/2025

🚶‍♀️ Strong Knees, Stronger You!
Knee pain isn’t always just about the knees—it’s about how your whole body moves and the confidence to use it. 💪

Building strength isn’t just physical; it’s about breaking the cycle of pain, fear, and avoidance. And sometimes, the biggest transformation isn’t just in your body—it’s in your mindset.

Have you ever overcome an injury that changed more than just your movement? Drop a 💥 in the comments if you get it! ⬇️

09/11/2025

"A guide that feels more like a friendly chat with an expert that leaves you empowered and equipped!

A very easy and enjoyable read, that at times felt more like a friendly chat with Nell rather than reading a book."

- Amazon Customer

My Health & Performance Pyramid method has helped thousands of patients in my London clinic. Now it's your turn - get the book here: mybook.to/htbyop-book

08/11/2025

Tired of exercises that don’t work? What if you could assess your own body and find out what’s really going on?

That’s exactly what I teach in this webinar. With over 25 years of physio experience, I’ll show you:
✔️ The hidden connections behind pain
✔️ Why 30% of people don’t get better with standard treatment
✔️ Simple tests to uncover what’s really causing your discomfort

If you want to understand your body better - and finally start feeling better - watch here: https://youtu.be/WrqBKVuLdYQ

07/11/2025

😴 Why does everything hurt more when you're tired? The vicious cycle of pain and sleepless nights revealed.

I've noticed in my physio clinic that sleep disruption and chronic pain go hand-in-hand. It's a chicken and egg scenario – they're in pain so they don't sleep. A lack of sleep means that they experience pain more intensely. There are a few factors at play here:

· Emotional impact: Everything feels worse at 3am, and if you're sleep-deprived, all the time feels like 3am. If you're sleep-deprived, you're stressed, anxious, and more reactive.

· Increased inflammation: Lack of sleep leads to increased systemic inflammation, which makes your nervous system more sensitive.

· Physical fatigue: Physical fatigue makes you clumsier, which makes you more likely to aggravate chronic injuries.

I'm actually a big fan of doctors prescribing short-term sleep meds for people in chronic pain, just to break the cycle.

Understanding the consequences of sleep deprivation leads to the next key aspect – how much sleep is optimal for you?

07/11/2025

In June 2003, I was suddenly posted to Northwood HQ, home of the Joint Services Headquarters and NATO command in the UK. Why the urgency? No clue. Clearly a dispute way above my pay grade. One Friday, I was told to pack my stuff - I was starting at Northwood on Monday! 😳

Somehow, I made it around the M25 with my boxes in time, but was nowhere near unpacked come Monday morning. My new accommodation was horrific - a rundown room in a mess annex with just a bed, a plywood wardrobe, and a desk. Somehow it felt worse than my last posting at Aldershot, and for the third time in a row of being posted to a new place, I cried myself to sleep over my supposed ‘new home.’

Here I was thrown into a whirl of confusion. Nobody seemed to know whether I was to be permanently posted in, or just a brief stopgap.

Northwood was a very different set-up. I was effectively the base physiotherapist attached to the GP surgery, and the role had been unfilled for six months before my arrival. The last physio (a civilian) was, allegedly, taking the Senior Medical Officer to tribunal for unfair dismissal. So… a warm welcome, then?

But here I was - only three years post-uni, with barely any outpatient experience except for six weeks in Norway - and suddenly, I had carte blanche to set up a physio department from scratch - effectively Making S**t Up. No real guidance or support. The military has a habit of throwing you in at the deep end and expecting you to swim (or not even checking if you sink!).

It was my first real experience of it as a physio, and I wasn’t sure whether to be excited or scared.

06/11/2025

“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

04/11/2025

❌ Tired of waiting for pain relief?

My clinic waiting list is 5 months long, and I know you don’t want to wait that long after reading my book and being eager to get your body moving pain-free!

That’s why I created a way to jump the queue and get quicker results:

💻 My self-assessment course.

With this course, you’ll:

✅ Discover the source of your pain: Assess your whole body to find the root cause (your driver), not just the area that hurts.
✅ Choose the right rehab course: I’ll guide you to the most effective rehab plan for lasting relief.
✅ Work at your own pace: No appointments, no travel - just simple tools like a tennis ball 🎾, foam roller 🌀, and yoga brick 🧱 to start your recovery.

💷 What does it cost?
The self-assessment course is £100 - less than a single clinic visit.
It includes one rehab course free, with lifetime access to any courses you buy.

This course empowers you to understand what’s really going on with your body and resolve pain at its source.

✨ Don’t wait to feel better—start your recovery now: https://howtobeyourownphysio.com/courses

03/11/2025

🏃‍♀️ Outsmarting Age: The RAF Champion's Comeback!
Age is just a number when you combine experience with targeted strength training. Caroline reclaimed her title by focusing on:​

Alignment: Ensuring proper body posture.​

Biomechanics: Optimizing movement efficiency.​

Control: Enhancing muscular coordination.​
By incorporating weighted step-downs, squats, and lunges, she built the strength to dominate downhill sprints.​

Have you ever overcome physical challenges to achieve your goals? Share your story below! ⬇️​

02/11/2025

"A fabulous book!
I loved this book from start to finish. It’s written in a very ‘fireside chat’ way and covers everything you need to know about how to be your own physio. It covers you from head to toe and acts as a handy tool to look after your body."

- Eve

Chuffed to bits to share my Health & Performance Pyramid with you all! If you're ready to take control of your body's wellbeing, you'll find everything you need here: mybook.to/htbyop-book

02/11/2025

Well, that was quick! 🎧

I launched the How To Be Your Own Physio audiobook earlier this week and gave away free promo codes to celebrate. They disappeared faster than biscuits in my clinic waiting room.

But the most important thing is that the audiobook is live on Audible right now (and I'm still ridiculously chuffed about it).

Seven hours and 46 minutes of the complete Health & Performance Pyramid - from Foundation Layer (sleep, stress, hydration, nutrition) through Health Layer (alignment, biomechanics, control) to Performance Layer (strength, flexibility, endurance) and beyond.

Perfect for:
- Anyone dealing with persistent aches and pains
- People frustrated their body doesn't move like it used to
- Athletes wanting to improve performance and reduce injuries
- Anyone tired of getting contradictory health advice from different practitioners

*Already got the book?* Research suggests having both formats helps concepts stick - listen during your walk, refer back to the book for details, or try listening and reading simultaneously to boost comprehension.

Grab it here: https://www.audible.co.uk/pd/B0FXFXXWYC - £18.29 or one Audible credit

And if you do listen, I'd love to know what you think!

Check out this great listen on Audible.com. UNLOCK PAIN-FREE LIVING AND REDISCOVER JOYFUL MOVEMENT WITH THE 4-STEP HEALTH & PERFORMANCE PYRAMID Are aches and pains becoming a constant shadow over your daily life? Do simple movements like bending, lifting your kids, or even walking feel like a ...