Most treatment goes straight to the spot that hurts. Sometimes that’s exactly right. Often it isn’t. And some people aren’t in pain at all: they feel wonky, stiff or just not right. Either way, I test the whole body first, so we know what’s actually driving the problem before we decide how to treat it.
Every body is different, so I don’t start with exercises. I start by finding out what’s going on.
Listen
Your whole story, including the old injuries you’d forgotten about. They’re often more relevant than you’d think.
Test
Not just where you feel it. I test the whole body to see what’s driving the problem. Sometimes it’s exactly where you feel it; often it isn’t.
Treat the driver
Hands-on treatment and exercise aimed at the cause, so the results last longer than a few good days.
Teach you
Exercises and videos so you can keep it going yourself, and know what to do if it comes back.
Pain in one place isn’t always coming from that place. Choose an area to see how I assess it, and what else might be involved. Not in pain, but feel wonky, stiff or foggy? Start here.
I’ve been a physiotherapist since 2000, including ten years in the British Army, where I left as a Major. Since 2010 I’ve run my own clinic in the City, near Liverpool Street and Moorgate, specialising in complex and long-standing problems, sports injuries, and people preparing for or recovering from surgery.
I work closely with London’s leading orthopaedic consultants, sports doctors and pain specialists, and I see patients in clinic or at home.
Are you tired of quick fixes that leave you back at square one? Ready to take control of your health with evidence-based strategies?
My book isn’t just another health tome – it’s your ticket to understanding your body and conquering both niggles and long-standing symptoms.
