Professional Overview

Maddie is a qualified Sports Therapist with a strong academic background and 4 years of clinical experience in musculoskeletal assessment, injury rehabilitation, and manual therapy. Their approach is evidence-informed and patient centred, focusing on helping individuals recover from injury, reduce pain, and return to confident, functional movement.

While her training is rooted in sport, Maddie works with a wide range of clients, from active individuals to members of the general population. Emphasising that sports therapy is not limited to athletes. Treatment is tailored to the individual, and approached holistically addressing injury presentation, movement patterns, lifestyle factors, and long term physical function. Education & Professional Development

Maddie graduated from Bournemouth University in 2020 with a degree in Sports Therapy. With a strong commitment to continued professional development, she went on to complete a Master’s degree in Strength, Conditioning and Rehabilitation. This postgraduate training enhanced their clinical reasoning, rehabilitation planning, and understanding of progressive load management and return-to-activity principles.

Clinical Experience

Maddie has been working at Total Therapy for four years, delivering sports massage, injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation to clients of all ages and activity levels. In this private practice setting, she has gained experience in treating a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions, from acute injuries to chronic pain. In addition to clinic-based work, Maddie has experience working with Dorset FA, supporting a Girls’ Emerging Talent Centre. In this role, they were responsible for injury assessment, rehabilitation planning, and ongoing physical support, gaining valuable experience in youth sport and developing athletic populations. Clinical and Technical Skills

Injury assessment and clinical reasoning: Thorough subjective and objective assessment to identify contributing factors, guide diagnosis, and inform appropriate management strategies.

Exercise prescription and rehabilitation planning: Design and progression of individualised exercise programmes to restore strength, mobility, control, and functional capacity.

Activity and load management: Structured guidance on training, activity modification, and graded return to movement to optimise recovery and reduce re-injury risk.

Lifestyle education and self-management: Patient education, movement habits, recovery strategies, and daily activity demands to support long-term outcomes.

Communication and patient centred care: Empathetic, clear communication that builds trust, supports shared decision making, and empowers individuals throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Hands on Techniques

● Sports massage

● Trigger point therapy

● MET and PNF stretching techniques

● Joint mobilisations

● Sports taping

● Shockwave therapy

These techniques are integrated alongside active rehabilitation to assist pain modulation, improve tissue quality, and facilitate movement restoration where appropriate.

Outside the Clinic

Outside of the clinic, Maddie maintains an active lifestyle and has a strong appreciation for the role of exercise in long term physical health. She values and understands the importance of strength training, regularly incorporating gym based training into her routine to support performance, injury prevention, and overall wellbeing. Maddie also plays competitive netball, which enhances her practical understanding of the physical demands placed on the body during sport and informs her approach to injury management and rehabilitation. Alongside structured training, she enjoys walking as a way to stay active and support recovery. Away from exercise, Maddie enjoys, relaxing holidays, and spending time socialising with friends, particularly going out for food and drink, maintaining a healthy balance between performance, recovery, and lifestyle.

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Professional Overview

Becca is a qualified Sports Massage Therapist in Poole, specialising in helping people move better, recover faster, and perform at their best. She provides professional sports massage treatments for athletes and active individuals across Poole and the surrounding Dorset area.

Her approach combines hands on sports massage techniques with a strong understanding of muscle function, biomechanics, and injury management. Whether supporting competitive athletes, gym goers, runners, or individuals managing everyday muscular pain, Becca tailors every session to support recovery, injury prevention, and long-term physical health.

Becca offers a professional, results driven, and client focused service, focusing not only on immediate pain relief but also on improving movement quality and preventing future injury. She believes effective sports massage is about understanding how the body moves and supporting it to function at its best.

Sports Massage Services in Poole Clinical and Technical Skills

Becca provides a full range of sports massage and soft tissue treatments in Poole, including:

Sports massage therapy for injury prevention, recovery, and performance support

Deep tissue massage for chronic muscle tension and pain relief

Soft tissue mobilisation to improve flexibility and range of motion

Post-event and post-training recovery massage in Poole

Assessment of muscular imbalances and movement restrictions

Treatment of common sports-related injuries, including strains, sprains, and overuse injuries

Myofascial release techniques

Trigger point therapy

Rehabilitation support and return-to-activity care

Personalised treatment plans based on assessment findings and individual goals

Professional consultation, aftercare advice, and self-management strategies

Specialist Areas of Sports Massage in Poole

Becca specialises in treating:

Everyday muscle pain and stiffness

Work-related and postural tension

Stress-related muscular tightness

Supporting movement for an active lifestyle

Pre- and post-event sports massage

Rehabilitation support for active individuals

Mobility and flexibility improvement

Her treatments are suitable for anyone looking for a sports massage therapist in Poole, whether recovering from injury, managing ongoing muscular issues, or aiming to improve performance and movement.

Clinical Expertise & Treatment Approach

Becca delivers tailored sports massage treatments in Poole designed to reduce pain, restore movement, support recovery, and enhance physical performance using evidence-based techniques. Her clinical approach combines skilled hands-on therapy with in-depth knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics.

Clear communication is central to every appointment, with practical aftercare advice and self-management strategies provided to help clients maintain progress and support recovery outside the treatment room.

Professional Interests & Background

Becca is passionate about helping people stay active, move comfortably, and recover effectively. Her clinical interests include injury prevention, soft tissue health, and supporting the body’s natural recovery processes through targeted sports massage therapy.

As a former county level athlete, Becca understands first-hand the physical and mental challenges that injury can bring, particularly when it leads to time away from sport. This personal experience strongly shapes her approach to treatment and client care.

Becca is committed to continuous professional development and regularly undertakes further training to refine her skills, expand her knowledge, and remain up to date with best practice in sports massage therapy and soft tissue treatment.

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Qualifications & Experience

Amelie is a qualified chiropractor with a strong foundation in hands on, movement focused care. During the completion of her chiropractic degree, she spent three years working as a sports massage therapist, developing a deep understanding of soft tissue work, rehabilitation, and patient-centered treatment.

Amelie has completed a paediatric internship, giving her valuable experience in caring for babies and children. Supporting families during those early stages of growth remains one of her greatest passions. Since graduating, she has been practicing as a chiropractor in Bournemouth, where she has continued to refine her integrated approach to improving movement, reducing tension, and supporting both acute and long-term recovery.

Passions

Amelie is passionate about movement in all its forms. With a background in dance and an enthusiasm for staying active, she brings a dynamic appreciation for physical wellbeing into her clinical work. She also enjoys golf and other activities that challenge coordination, strength, and balance, interests that further deepen her understanding of the body in motion. Whether in the clinic or in everyday life, she values helping people feel stronger, freer, and more confident in how they move.

Why Amelie Became a Chiropractor

Amelie’s journey into chiropractic care began early. Having seen a chiropractor herself as a baby and throughout her life, she experienced firsthand the impact that gentle, well-applied care can have on comfort, function, and overall wellbeing. Those experiences shaped her appreciation for proactive, holistic health support and ultimately inspired her to pursue a career where she could offer that same positive influence to others. Becoming a chiropractor felt like a natural extension of her desire to help people feel and function at their best.

Where You’ll Find Amelie in Her Spare Time

Outside the clinic, Amelie loves staying active most often through dance, golf, or at the gym. She also enjoys spending meaningful time with friends, whether that’s a relaxed evening together or exploring new places and activities. Her love for movement, connection, and enjoying life carries through both her personal time and her approach to patient care.

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Professional Overview

  Kayne is a Chartered Physiotherapist who graduated from the University of Winchester in 2021 with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. He has since developed a strong and well-rounded clinical background through extensive experience within both NHS and private practice settings.

Following graduation, Kayne spent three years working as a Rotational Physiotherapist within the NHS, completing seven clinical rotations. These rotations provided him with broad exposure to acute, post-operative, and long-term musculoskeletal conditions, forming a solid foundation for safe, effective, and evidence-based practice. Kayne treats a diverse patient population ranging from the general public to competitive athletes. His approach to care is patient-centred, collaborative, and goal-focused, ensuring treatment plans are tailored to each individual’s needs, lifestyle, and expectations. Kayne places strong emphasis on education, self-management, and empowering patients to take an active role in their recovery.

Clinical and technical Skill Set

• Comprehensive Assessment and Clinical Reasoning Kayne conducts detailed subjective and objective assessments, using strong clinical reasoning to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal conditions and identify contributing biomechanical, functional, and lifestyle factors.
• Musculoskeletal Diagnosis and Management He is experienced in assessing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, applying evidence based frameworks to guide effective and individualised care.
• Manual Therapy Techniques Kayne utilises appropriate manual therapy techniques, including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques, to reduce pain and restore movement where indicated, while integrating these with active rehabilitation.
• Exercise Prescription and Rehabilitation Programming He designs tailored, progressive exercise programmes that address strength, mobility, motor control, and functional capacity, ensuring rehabilitation aligns with each patient’s goals and daily demands.
• Post-Operative and Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Kayne has extensive experience guiding patients through post-operative and post-traumatic rehabilitation, supporting safe recovery following orthopaedic surgery and injury from early stage care to full function.
• Acute Injury Assessment and Management He is confident in the assessment and management of acute musculoskeletal injuries, including decision making around immediate care, referral, and appropriate progression of rehabilitation.
• Sports Injury Rehabilitation and Return-to-Play Kayne applies structured return-to-sport principles, ensuring athletes are physically and psychologically prepared to safely return to training and competition.
• Patient Education and Self-Management Kayne prioritises patient education, empowering individuals with the knowledge and strategies needed to manage symptoms, prevent recurrence, and maintain long-term physical health.
• Load Management and Injury Prevention He integrates load management principles and injury prevention strategies into rehabilitation programmes to promote sustainable recovery and reduce future injury risk.
• Evidence Based Practice Kayne’s clinical decisions are guided by current research and best practice, ensuring treatments are effective, safe, and aligned with contemporary physiotherapy standards.

Specialist areas

  Kayne specialises in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, with a particular focus on the assessment and treatment of acute and chronic joint, muscle, and soft tissue conditions. His experience in trauma and elective orthopaedics has enabled him to develop specialist skills in post-surgical rehabilitation, fracture management, and recovery following complex orthopaedic procedures. He has a strong interest and growing expertise in sports physiotherapy, working with athletes of varying levels to manage injuries, optimise recovery, and support safe return to sport. Kayne regularly applies exercise based and functional rehabilitation approaches, ensuring treatment aligns with the physical demands of work, daily life, or athletic performance.

Clinical Expertise

Kayne has developed clinical expertise across a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions through both hospital and private practice work. His core competencies include: - Assessment and management of acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain - Rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery and trauma - Treatment of sports-related injuries across multiple body regions - Management of soft tissue, joint, and overuse injuries - Functional rehabilitation focused on real-world and sporting demands

His treatment approach integrates: - Manual therapy where appropriate - Progressive, exercise based rehabilitation - Movement retraining and load management - Education and reassurance to improve confidence and long term outcomes

Kayne prioritises interventions that are supported by current evidence, while also adapting care to the individual needs and goals of each patient.

Professional Experience

• Rotational Physiotherapist – NHS Completed seven rotations over two and a half years, including: Trauma Orthopaedics Elective Orthopaedics Musculoskeletal Outpatients
• Private Practice Physiotherapist – Jersey Providing individualised musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation to a broad patient population.
• Sports Physiotherapist Worthing Football Club Jersey Bulls Football Club Responsibilities included acute injury management, pitchside assessment, and rehabilitation support.
• Medical Team Physiotherapist – Team Jersey Orkney Island Games Supported athletes with injury management, recovery, and performance throughout the competition. Athletes competing in a range of sports including Football, athletics and Cycling.

Research and Evidence based practice 

  Kayne is committed to quality improvement and has completed a project developing a comprehensive handbook for junior physiotherapy staff to support the safe and effective management of post-operative orthopaedic patients during weekend services. He is motivated to further apply his skills and actively engage in future quality improvement projects and clinical audits to enhance service productivity, patient safety, and overall quality of care.

  Professional Interests and Passions

Kayne is passionate about movement, rehabilitation, and helping people reach their full potential. With a strong sporting background, he has a particular interest in injury prevention, return to sport rehabilitation, and performance focused physiotherapy. Outside of clinical practice, Kayne maintains an active lifestyle and enjoys playing football, training in the gym, travelling, and sea swimming year round.

Professional  Memberships

HCPC

CSP

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Having qualified in 1999, Peter has spent the last 24 years working with a wide variety of patients across a breadth of clinical and sporting environments.

Qualifications and experience: Peter spent the early part of his career working in the NHS in Birmingham before moving into private practice in 2001. He relocated to Bournemouth in 2003, working at the Nuffield Hospital as an orthopaedic rehabilitation physiotherapist, prior to working for 2 years for the British Army. During this time Peter was working on a part time basis for the England Golf, overseeing physical screening and athletic development programmes for the countries elite amateur golfers.

He also started Total Therapy on a part time basis, alongside managing the physiotherapy service at the BMI Sarum Road hospital in Winchester. Total Therapy then grew, alongside their flagship location Lilliput Health in Poole which opened in 2009. Since then all his energies have gone into providing the best possible musculoskeletal care for all of the patients attending Total Therapy’s Bournemouth, Poole, Ringwood and now Christchurch’s clinics.

Skills: Sports & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Athletic Screening & Functional Profiling, Return to sport programmes and the management of chronic sports injury.

Passions: Peter particularly enjoys advanced sports injury rehabilitation and the management of chronic sports injuries which have failed to improve with other treatments. Outside of work, Peter’s main passion is golf, which he took up only after ceasing work within the sport! Otherwise he is interested in ALL sports.

Get to know Peter! Q&A…

Why did you become a Physiotherapist? Because I wanted to do something useful for a living, and not sit behind a desk all day. I wanted to try and add some value and be helpful to people when they are struggling.

Where would we find you in your spare time? Well, probably playing golf if the weather is decent. If not I will probably be cooking up some scheme to improve what we do!

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Qualifications and Experience

Sophie graduated Winchester University with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy. In addition, Sophie started a sports massage business while pursuing her degree. She has helped high profile athletes, such as GB Wheelchair Rugby players to British Olympic trampolinists in managing and improving a variety of conditions as well as musculoskeletal injuries.

Why did I become a physiotherapist

Physiotherapy has always been my dream occupation. Throughout my adolescence I have seeked guidance from physiotherapists after sustaining injuries from competing at a high level in multiple sports (trampolining and powerlifting for Britain and now competing in Brazilian jiu jitsu). I have always wanted to ‘pay back’ by giving guidance and helping others. I view each client as an individual and enjoy working to help treat people who have any injury to see them progress and become pain free by treating the underlying issue rather than just the symptoms.

What are my passions?

I have a strong desire to help anyone with any injury, disease, or problem that affecting their muscles, bones, joints, or peripheral nerves. Each client is treated individually with a personalised plan specific for their requirements and needs. The focus is on long term recovery by restoring function to the injured body parts by focusing on a detailed biomechanical assessment, strengthening, balance, co-ordination, manipulations and soft tissue massage. I am an advocate for ensuring all clients succeed in their rehabilitation ensuring the highest level of attention during sessions.

Where would you find me in my spare time?

When I am not at work you will find me in the gym either training Brazilian jiu jitsu or strength training. I also love any form of food and short break holidays!

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Professional Overview

Lauren is a chiropractor with a strong foundation in evidence based musculoskeletal care and a patient centred approach to treatment. In her role, she supports patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions. During her university training, she completed an eight week sports placement, which sparked a particular interest in working with active individuals and sports related injuries. She focuses on thorough assessment, clear communication, and combining hands on care with exercise and education to support recovery and long term self management. Lauren is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure her assessments and treatments reflect current research and best practice guidelines.

Clinical Skill Set

Lauren’s clinical skill set is grounded in evidence based musculoskeletal care, hands on treatment techniques, and patient centred communication. Her approach aligns with the professional standards of the General Chiropractic Council and the British Chiropractic Association, alongside the clinical training completed at Health Sciences University. She takes a collaborative approach to care, working with patients to develop clear goals and personalised management plans that support both recovery and long term wellbeing.

Clinical and Technical Skills

Assessment and Diagnosis

Comprehensive musculoskeletal and spinal assessment

Functional movement and biomechanical analysis

Orthopaedic and neurological testing

Identification of red flags and appropriate referral

Treatment and Symptom Management

Evidence based chiropractic adjustments

Spinal and peripheral joint mobilisation

Soft tissue techniques, including myofascial release and trigger point therapy

Pain modulation strategies and early stage injury management

Individualised, goal oriented treatment planning

Rehabilitation and Prevention

Corrective exercise prescription

Strength, mobility, and stability rehabilitation programmes

Movement retraining and motor control work

Postural and ergonomic advice

Injury prevention and long term self management strategies

Specialist Areas

Lauren practises as a musculoskeletal chiropractor and has experience managing a wide range of conditions, including neck and back pain, postural strain, desk related discomfort, sports injuries, and exercise based rehabilitation. She has a developing interest in sports chiropractic and aims to further expand her work with active individuals and athletes.

Clinical Expertise

Lauren’s clinical approach centres on accurate diagnosis, hands on treatment, and structured rehabilitation. She uses evidence based chiropractic techniques alongside soft tissue therapy and tailored exercise programmes to address pain, restore movement, and improve function. She has experience managing both acute and persistent musculoskeletal presentations and places strong emphasis on patient education and self management. Her goal is to help patients not only recover from injury but also build resilience and confidence in their movement.

Professional Experience

Role and Organisation: Chiropractor at Total Therapy (Lilliput health & Meyrick Park)

Clinical Setting: Private Practice

Key responsibilities: Conducting comprehensive patient assessments, developing individualised management plans, and delivering hands on treatment supported by tailored exercise rehabilitation and lifestyle advice. Monitoring patient progress, adapting care plans as needed, and supporting patients in achieving their functional and recovery goals.

Research & Evidence Based Practice

Lauren’s practice is guided by current clinical research and evidence based guidelines, which inform her assessment, treatment planning, and rehabilitation strategies.

Professional Interests & Passions

She has a strong interest in sports and exercise related care, particularly injury rehabilitation and supporting individuals in returning to the activities they enjoy. Her university sports placement reinforced her passion for working with active individuals and understanding the demands of training and performance. She is motivated by seeing patients regain confidence in their bodies and achieve meaningful, long term improvements in their health and movement.

Professional Memberships

General Chiropractic Council

British Chiropractic Association

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Qualifications and Experience

Vicky studied Sports Therapy and following this qualified as a physiotherapist at Bournemouth University. She moved to London for training in various specialties and found her passion in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Vicky is currently studying Advanced Clinical Practice at Masters level and she is very keen to continue improving her physiotherapy practice and outcomes for people she works with.

Vicky has worked with sports teams in football, American football, she has supported long distance runners, gymnasts, weightlifters, and has experience working with many individual athletes in sports ranging from dancing to karate.

Why did Vicky become a Physiotherapist:

From young age Vicky knew she wanted to work in an environment where she can make a positive difference to others’ lives. This motivation, combined with her personal passion for movement and joy she experiences from empowering others to achieve their goals and independence has led her to becoming a physiotherapist.

She believes that each individual needs a tailored and specialised rehabilitation programme. She is passionate about working with you to find out what the impact of your injury has been and what your goals are and support you to get back to things you value.

What are Vicky’s passions?

She is a sports and fitness enthusiast and believes movement is good for the soul too. She has competed in martial arts, has a background in dance and enjoys pole fitness and weight training.

Where would you find Vicky in her spare time?

She would most likely be found outdoors walking and training her dog, spending quality time with her friends and family and learning new things.

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GHP award winning Nutritionist of the Year 2018 Carolyn Leigh, South England is a fully qualified Registered Harley St Nutritionist & Functional Medicine Specialist providing unique healthcare and nutritional services for people of all age groups with chronic health and medical conditions.  

Carolyn’s combined experience as an acknowledged specialist in Dietary/Nutritional problems, ME, CFS, Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Candida, Thyroid conditions, Adrenal Testing, Allergy & Blood Testing, and Women’s Health, offers not only the qualifications but also the capability and background to help you.

Carolyn is a recognised UK authority in the complex relationship between health and disease including the science of nutrients and a specialist in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ ME management and methods of treatment.  She graduated from the University of West London with a BSc degree in Nutritional Medicine incorporating medical science, names diseases, patho-physiology, optimum nutrition and diet.  She has built a strong reputation for success among specialists, local GP’s and health workers with frequent referral to her practice.

Carolyn also contributes to Men’s Health magazine, the London Metro and for 2013 Channel 5 – 50 Shocking Facts about Diet and Exercise.  Carolyn has also featured on BBC Radio Solent as an expert in Vitamin D deficiency and more recently on child nutrition and obesity.

Being at the forefront of private health care Carolyn provides comprehensive specialist diagnostic testing, medical condition management, holistic treatment methods, professional knowledge and an unrelenting drive to reach the root cause of your illness by pinpointing underlying metabolic disturbances and nutritional imbalances in the body which are contributing to your illness.

Carolyn is a member of the British Association of Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (B.A.N.T.). The Complementary Therapists Association (CThA) is a registered practitioner with the Nutritional Therapy Council (NTC).  Carolyn is also a registered member of the Professional Standards Authority.

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Qualifications and Experience

Zoe graduated with a Masters degree in Chiropractic in 2013. Zoe went on to be the lead Chiropractor for an award winning team in Reading for the following 9 years. Her passion is helping everyone achieve their goals no matter how big or small. From gardening to ultra endurance racing.

Why did you become a Chiropractor?

Zoe has always loved science and found medicine and the body fascinating. When she was 11 her mother took her to see her chiropractor after a minor car accident. Zoe was amazed at how they made me feel so much better without invasive treatment. Since then her drive has been to make everyone feel as good as they possibly can.

Where would we find Zoe in her spare time?

A huge part of Zoe’s time is spent looking after and riding her horses Atlas and Zeus. When not at the stables or work you can find Zoe with friends and family in the great outdoors! When Zoe gets a chance to sit down, she enjoys cuddles with her three cats.

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Jamie is a HCPC registered Podiatrist, qualifying from the University of East London in 2015 with a BSC (Hons) degree in Podiatry Medicine. Further to this, he has a degree in Sports and Exercise Science and has a keen interest in biomechanics. Further to this Jamie has a level 3 diploma as a sports massage therapist and volunteered at the Bournemouth 7s Festival in 2016.

Jamie believes that patients benefit from a multi-disciplinary approach to recovery and rehabilitation and finds that the insight from a podiatrist with regards to the individuals walking pattern and foot biomechanics is essential for the patients full recovery.

Jamie’s hobbies range from playing golf in his spare time to middle and long distance running, He also enjoys regularly taking part in local park runs and is due to take part in his first London marathon this April with a key interest in raising money and awareness to prostate cancer UK.

An autonomous practitioner, Jamie however has frequently worked closely with physiotherapists, diabetic nurses and osteopaths.

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Qualifications and Experience:

Daniel Graduated in Media and Communication in Portugal but did a big turn over on his career in 2016 when he started to learn massage. Daniel has a teacher diploma in Thai massage and several other diplomas including his area of expertise, including Level 5 Sports massage and level 5 Soft Tissue and Remedial Massage Therapy diploma obtained in London at SNC. Daniel also has other diplomas in Pregnancy Massage, Deep Tissue, Kinesiology Taping and Cupping. Daniel is used to treating many kinds of conditions, blending his style to proportionate his clients with the best care. Over the years he has worked in clinics in London such as White Hart Clinic, Xu Clinic, Equinox Gym and recently started to work in Bournemouth! Daniel will incorporate all of his skills including cupping within his treatments if requested.

Why did Daniel become a Massage Therapist?

Daniel discovered his passion for massage unexpectedly during a trip to Thailand, where he was looking for a change in his career in communication, encouraged by a close friend. Daniel attended a massage school and that experience transformed his path, and since then Daniel has dedicated himself to continuous learning and helping people!

What are Daniel’s passions:

Nowadays Daniel strives on giving the best he can to your clients satisfaction, trying always to create a unique treatment, always blending eastern and western techniques, making his treatments unique to each person, his aim is to help people not only getting rid of their pains, but redirecting them to a better routine and lifestyle.

Where would you find Daniel in his spare time?

He is passionate about traveling and Nature and likes to keep an active lifestyle, going to the Gym, practicing yoga and with long walks at the beach!

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Qualifications

Qualified Sports Therapist – Trained at Plymouth Marjon University

Charlotte graduated in 2013 with a degree in Sports Therapy and has since built extensive clinical and hands-on experience both in the UK and internationally.

Following university, she worked in ski resorts across France and Austria as a Sports Therapist, treating skiers and active individuals with acute injuries, muscular tension, and rehabilitation needs.

This fast-paced environment strengthened her assessment skills and ability to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

Clinical Skill Set

Sports Therapy & Sports Massage in Poole and Bournemouth

Charlotte is fully trained in:

Sports Massage Therapy

Pregnancy Massage

Trigger Point Therapy

Kinesiology Taping

Injury Assessment & Rehabilitation

If you’re searching for:

Sports Massage in Poole

Sports Massage in Bournemouth

Injury Rehabilitation near Sandbanks

Sports Therapy in Broadstone or Parkstone

Charlotte provides tailored, effective treatments to suit your sport, lifestyle, and recovery goals.

Experiences

During her university years and between ski seasons, Charlotte worked with Oakmeadians Rugby Club, providing pre-match preparation and post-match recovery treatments.

This experience developed her expertise in:

Sports injury prevention

Muscle recovery strategies

Rehabilitation planning

Performance optimisation

She understands the demands placed on sporting individuals and enjoys supporting athletes across Poole and the wider Bournemouth area.

Why Choose Charlotte as Your Sports Therapist in Poole?

Charlotte has always been passionate about understanding how the body works and moves. With a lifelong love of skiing, netball, sailing, running, and touch rugby, Sports Therapy was a natural career choice.

Her approach combines:

✔ Clinical knowledge ✔ Personal sporting experience ✔ A calm, professional treatment environment ✔ Individualised rehabilitation plans

Her goal is simple — to help people in Poole, Bournemouth and surrounding Dorset areas stay active, pain-free and confident in their movement.

Pregnancy Massage in Poole & Bournemouth

Charlotte is also trained in Pregnancy Massage and understands first-hand the benefits it can provide. Having experienced pregnancy massage herself, she appreciates how valuable it is for relaxation and pain relief.

Pregnancy massage can help:

Ease lower back and hip discomfort

Reduce muscular tension

Improve circulation

Promote relaxation and better sleep

Expectant mothers in Poole, Parkstone, Broadstone and Bournemouth can feel supported in a safe and comfortable setting.

A Patient Focused Sports Therapy Approach

Charlotte believes that effective treatment starts with understanding the individual. She prioritises building rapport with every client to fully understand their injury, lifestyle, and goals.

Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, managing chronic tension, or preparing for an event, your treatment plan is tailored specifically to you.

Seeing clients return to sport and daily life without pain is what makes her work so rewarding.

Life Outside the Clinic

Having grown up by the seaside, Charlotte has always loved coastal life making Poole the perfect place to live and work.

In the summer, you’ll find her sailing or paddleboarding with her family around Poole Harbour. In winter, she heads to the mountains to ski. She also plays in a local netball league and has recently joined an adult gymnastics group, giving her personal insight into the physical demands placed on active bodies.

Book a Sports Therapy Appointment in Poole or Bournemouth

If you’re looking for:

Sports Therapist in Poole

Sports Therapist in Bournemouth

Sports Massage in Sandbanks

Injury Rehabilitation in Broadstone

Pregnancy Massage in Parkstone

Charlotte is here to help you move better, recover faster and feel stronger.

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Professional Foot Health Care in Poole

Natalia is a qualified and experienced Foot Health Practitioner at Total Therapy in Poole, providing professional medical foot care for a wide range of foot and nail conditions. At Total Therapy, she supports patients across Poole with evidence based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment designed to relieve pain, restore comfort, and improve mobility. Her clinical approach ensures every patient receives safe, effective, and personalised care in a hygienic and professional setting.

Qualifications & Clinical Training

Natalia holds a Level 4 RQF Diploma in Foot Health Care Practice from the International Nail Training Academy (INTA). Her training provided a strong foundation in medical foot care, including the treatment of both routine and more complex foot conditions. As part of the team at Total Therapy in Poole, Natalia remains committed to continuous professional development and stays up to date with current best practice within foot health and podiatry related care.

Foot Conditions Treated at Total Therapy, Poole

Natalia provides professional foot health treatment in Poole for: • Ingrown toenail treatment • Fungal nail infection treatment • Verruca assessment and treatment • Corn and callus removal • Thickened, damaged, or painful nails • Routine and preventative foot care • General foot pain and pressure-related conditions

Each patient receives a comprehensive foot assessment and a tailored treatment plan focused on pain relief, effective resolution, and prevention of recurrence.

A Thorough & Patient Focused Approach

Known for her methodical and detail oriented manner, Natalia takes time to fully assess each condition and clearly explain treatment options. Patients at Total Therapy in Poole value her calm, professional approach and clear, straightforward advice.

Her goal is not only to treat the immediate concern but to support long term foot health through preventative care and practical guidance.

Why Patients in Poole Choose Total Therapy • Professional, evidence based foot care • High clinical and hygiene standards • Clear diagnosis and structured treatment planning • Focus on pain relief and mobility improvement • Trusted local clinic environment

Book an Appointment at Total Therapy, Poole

Natalia welcomes new patients at Total Therapy in Poole who are seeking professional foot health treatment. Whether you are experiencing discomfort, nail problems, or persistent foot pain, she is dedicated to helping you step confidently towards healthier, pain free feet.

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Professional Overview

Luke is a Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapist with a consistent background in NHS MSK clinics and private settings, with experience working with athletes. He currently works with athletes in local rugby and football academy teams, helping to assess and stage injuries, manage and reduce injury risk, and support return to pre-injury status and higher performance.

In addition to his clinical skills, Luke is a qualified Pilates instructor and integrates breathwork into his treatments to enhance outcomes and promote overall wellbeing. He focuses on both physical and mental wellbeing and uses a graded approach to rehabilitation to facilitate a return to improved overall function. This includes supporting individuals to manage chronic conditions, improve movement, and achieve personal goals.

Clinical and Technical Skills

Luke’s approach involves carefully listening to and treating each individual, recognising that every person experiences musculoskeletal problems differently. He combines thorough, hands-on, evidence-based assessment with tailored exercise programmes, education, manual therapy, and shock-wave therapy to support each patient’s recovery. Using a range of interpersonal skills, he explores each person’s goals and helps motivate them to work towards achieving them.

Specialist Areas

Qualified Pilates instructor

Experience working with athletes in football and rugby over several seasons across two amateur-level clubs

Professional Experience

Luke has over two years of musculoskeletal experience in both NHS and private settings. He also has a background in cardiorespiratory acute environments, including managing breathing pattern disorders, supporting recovery from critical illness, and delivering graded rehabilitation.

Research and Evidence Based Practice

Luke regularly conducts literature searches and applies current evidence to the assessment, treatment, and management of MSK conditions.

Professional Interests and Passions

Luke is committed to improving his knowledge in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of MSK-related conditions. He maintains up to date Continuing Professional Development through ongoing study, reflection, and completion of relevant courses.

Professional Memberships

HCPC registered

Personal

Outside of his professional life, Luke is a keen runner, an avid reader, and an enthusiastic climber.

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Robyn has been with Lilliput Health since it opened in 2008. She has an honest and dedicated approach to therapy which reflects her own approach to her lifestyle and health.

Qualifications and experience: Robyn graduated as a Colon Hydrotherapist with distinction from the nationally renowned Chi Centre in Maidenhead. As soon as she qualified she set up her first clinic at Lilliput Health when it opened in 2008. Robyn is a registered member of RICTACT. Being a member of RICTAT requires members to adhere to strict international standards, including the exclusive use of fully disposable kits to assure utmost hygiene and negating the need for the chemicals and sanitising agents associated with some colonic treatments.

Skills: Also trained in abdominal massage which is an alternative and complementary treatment for patients unwilling or contra-indicated to colonic irrigation.

Passions: Robyn is passionate about practising what she preaches through having regular cleanses, a balanced alkaline diet and daily exercise.

Get to know Robyn! Q&A…

Why did you become a colon hydrotherapist? I previously suffered with digestive problems during my nursing degree at Bournemouth university. Colon hydrotherapy helped alleviate my symptoms and encouraged me to actively look after my body and feed it what IT truly needs rather than what I may want!

Where would we find you in your spare time? Normally at my local crossfit gym or running on the beach. I also love spending time with my furbaby Madi my crazy cockerpoo, I am a dab hand at DIY these days too!

“Did you know…. Approximately the average digestion transit time in the U.K. is roughly 72 hours from eating to passing!! I take my bin in my kitchen out daily… when do you empty yours ;) ”

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Professional Overview

Josie is a Level 4 qualified Sports Massage Therapist & Yoga Teacher with five years clinical experience treating a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and chronic conditions. She has worked both as a mobile therapist and within multi-practitioner clinics in North Devon and more recently in Poole. Her background in yoga informs a holistic and integrated mind-body approach to massage and rehabilitation. Recently returning from maternity leave, Josie is looking forward to expanding her client base.

Clinical Skillset

Sports Massage Therapy (Level 3 & 4)

Body reading, injury assessment and treatment planning

Management of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions

Rehabilitation support informed by yoga principles

Creating a welcoming and collaborative treatment space with clear, measurable outcomes

Clinical and Technical Skills

Advanced soft tissue techniques

Trigger point therapy

Muscle energy technique

Myofacial release

Specialist Areas

Chronic pain and long-term musculoskeletal conditions

Postural related issues

Treatments informed by yoga principles

Somatic massage focussing on pain due to stress, tension or emotional unrest

Massage for people with physical disabilities and special educational needs

Clinical Expertise

Josie completed a 250-hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bristol in 2019 before progressing to Sports Massage Therapy Levels 3 and 4 at the Cotswold Academy. Her yoga training deepened her understanding of functional movement and mind-body connection, which now underpins her therapeutic work. Over five years of clinical practice, she has developed extensive experience working with a wealth of clients across different ages, injuries and conditions.

Professional Interests and Passions

Josie is passionate about health and wellbeing, and about fostering a strong connection between mind and body to support long-term healing. She values creating a calm, welcoming environment and working collaboratively with clients to achieve sustainable rehabilitation outcomes.

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Professional Overview

Beatrice Sasso is a Chiropractor based in Poole, providing evidence-based chiropractic care to the general population and young people aged 13 and above. Since graduating in 2022, she has gained experience in private practice across Bournemouth, the New Forest, and Poole, supporting patients with a wide range of musculoskeletal concerns.

Her approach combines detailed musculoskeletal assessment, hands-on treatment, and progressive rehabilitation. Each session is thorough and tailored, combining technical expertise with clear communication and patient education.

Beatrice’s philosophy centres on restoring confidence in movement, not simply reducing symptoms, but building long-term resilience, understanding of pain, and sustainable recovery. She empowers patients with practical strategies and structured self-management plans, ensuring they leave not only feeling improved, but equipped to maintain their progress.

Known for her calm, attentive demeanour, she creates a professional yet welcoming environment where patients feel heard, understood, and supported in achieving their individual goals, whether that is returning to sport, improving posture, or moving comfortably through daily life.

Clinical Skill Set

Beatrice provides comprehensive chiropractic care beyond spinal adjustments, including:

-Diversified technique, SOT, Thompson Drop-Table, —Activator, and cranial work -Joint manipulation and mobilisation -Soft tissue therapy, massage, and trigger point therapy -Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) -Stretching and progressive rehabilitation exercises -Dry needling -Shockwave Therapy -Postural and ergonomic advice -Education and structured self-management plans

She is trained in advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning, with proficiency in imaging interpretation. Where clinically indicated, she can facilitate referral for private diagnostic imaging to ensure patients receive comprehensive and appropriate care.

Collaborative & Responsible Care

Beatrice practices within a collaborative healthcare framework and values integrated, multidisciplinary care. She works closely with physiotherapists, sports therapists, massage therapists, and podiatrists where appropriate, ensuring patients benefit from coordinated and well rounded management.

When clinical findings indicate the need for further medical investigation or specialist input, she facilitates timely referral to a GP or relevant consultant, prioritising patient safety and adherence to best practice standards at all times.

Specialist Areas

Lower back, neck and thoracic pain Headaches and TMJ dysfunction Postural strain Shoulder, Hip and knee conditions

Professional Interests & Passions

Outside of clinic, Beatrice enjoys strength training and aerial fitness, which deepens her understanding of movement mechanics, performance demands, and the principles of recovery.

Committed to ongoing professional development, she continually refines her clinical knowledge to ensure her care remains current, evidence-based, and aligned with best practice standards.

Personal Details

Professional Title: Chiropractor Registration Body & Number: General Chiropractic Council (GCC) – 05583 Professional Memberships: GCC & British Chiropractic Association (BCA) Qualifications: Master of Chiropractic (MChiro), Health Sciences University (HSU – formerly AECC) Year of Graduation: 2022 Current Clinics: Total Therapy – Lilliput Health Poole & Meyrick Park Bournemouth

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Professional Overview

Lottie Sims is a musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapist and sports massage therapist at Total Therapy, alongside her role within Swanage and Wareham RFC’s medical team as a physiotherapist. Her roles involve assessing, managing, and preventing acute and chronic injuries using a combination of hands-on treatment, exercise-based rehabilitation, and a holistic approach that considers lifestyle factors through education and advice.

Patient goals and preferences are central to Lottie’s clinical practice. She supports individuals in achieving their goals and continuing to participate in the activities they enjoy.

Lottie has a special interest in endurance sport, particularly supporting runners with injury treatment, prevention, and training structure. She also works with the Cardiff University Triathlon Team to provide strength and conditioning support, as well as injury prevention education.

Clinical Skillset and Special Interests

Level 4 Sports Massage Therapy

Joint mobilisation and myofascial release

Orthopaedic post-operative rehabilitation

Management of chronic musculoskeletal conditions, such as arthritis

Sport and exercise taping

Running-related injuries

Strength and conditioning for endurance sports

RED-S and eating behaviours in the context of sport and musculoskeletal injury

Clinical and pitch-side experience within amateur-level rugby

Horse-riding biomechanics and related injuries

Professional Interests & Passions

Lottie strongly believes that everyone can enjoy and benefit from being active, with her clinical practice centred around patient education, empowerment, and goal setting.

Her background in eventing (equestrian), triathlon, ultra-running, and multiple team sports has shaped her adaptable, practical, and problem-solving approach to rehabilitation. By staying up to date with current clinical research, Lottie ensures that her patients benefit from the latest evidence-based practice, alongside consistent and transparent evaluation of progress.

She is particularly passionate about supporting young athletes transitioning into competitive sport, helping them train safely and develop performance through education on the fundamentals of training and recovery.

Professional Memberships

CSP

HCPC

STA

 

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Qualifications and experience:

Chris graduated from AECC University College in 2022 with a master’s degree in chiropractic with first class honours. Chris has worked in busy Clinic in Eastbourne, Southampton and Alton. Chris is a determined and results-driven chiropractor, striving to provide the best possible patient experience. Chris has a keen interest in biomechanics, rehabilitation and exercise. This interest allows him to combine chiropractic treatment and rehabilitative medicine to improve the function of his patients

Why did Chris become a Chiropractor?

Chris’ chiropractic journey started in his early twenties when he sustained a lower back injury. Chiropractic helped to improve his back pain and inspired him to want to deepen his understanding in how the human body works. With knowledge and experience from personal training and boxing coaching, Chris took the leap and attend university as a mature student in 2022.

What are Chris passions:

His passion for learning continued after university as Chris has taken part in multiple post-graduate courses, such as the Royal College of Chiropractors PRT scheme and two mentorships in Human Function and Biomechanics. His other passion is boxing as Chris has been involved in amateur boxing for around 20 years, competing in the sport himself and also as a qualified amateur Boxing coach.

Where would you find Chris in his spare time?

When not in clinic you find Chris taking part in exercise, Chris enjoys running and going to the gym. He also enjoys spending time with his friend and family.

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Qualifications and experience: Sports and remedial massage therapist level 4 Swedish massage therapist level 3 Athletic taping. Has been qualified since September 2013- worked for the body clinic up until September 2015 then Lilliput Health. Debbie has also worked and trained with Lytchett minister rugby club worked on athletes and runners and football players and a world champion powerlifter to name a few.

Skills: Postural assessment – Sports/ remedial injury assessment / Athletic taping/ Deep tissue massage / myofascial release / lengthening and mobilisation of muscles/ joints.

Passions: Debbie’s passions are her family, 2 children and her strength training. Within Debbie’s role she is passionate about enabling her clients to do the sports and activities and work that they love without pain… or rehabilitating them so they can go back to doing the things they need to and love to do.

Get to know Debbie! Q&A…

Why did you become a Sports Massage Therapist? Throughout my life I have always enjoyed various sports from Tennis and Volleyball to skiing and the Gym and I wanted to be able to help people to do the activities and sports that they love without pain…and to improve their performance, as well as helping people to sometimes just be able to sleep without discomfort.

Where would we find you in your spare time? In the gym or with my partner and my children or with friends and family.

``Did you know…. I Have Greek Cypriot heritage on my father’s side and lived in Cyprus for over 6 years in my thirties.”

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Professional Overview

Debbie is a Musculoskeletal (MSK) and Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist who treats individuals of all ages and abilities, from elite athletes to everyday patients. She takes a holistic approach to care, addressing not only the physical injury but also lifestyle, movement patterns, mental wellbeing, and long term function to deliver personalised, evidence based rehabilitation.

Clinical Skill Set

Debbie combines strong clinical expertise with excellent interpersonal skills to support effective rehabilitation and patient outcomes. She has extensive experience treating women across a wide variety of settings, having worked in both NHS and private practice, as well as internationally in Canada, where she held the role of Clinical Practice Leader.

Clinical & Technical Skills

• Advanced musculoskeletal assessment and clinical reasoning

• Manual therapy including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques

• Individualised exercise prescription and rehabilitation planning

• Pain assessment using a biopsychosocial approach

• Functional movement and biomechanical analysis

• Knowledge and interpretation of imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound)

• Use of adjunct treatments including shockwave therapy and taping

• Evidence based practice and outcome measures Interpersonal & Professional Skills

• Clear patient communication and education

• Empathy and patient centred care

• Motivational and behaviour change techniques

• Multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration

• Teaching patients self management strategies

• Time management and adaptability in busy clinical settings

• Red flag screening and appropriate referral

Specialist Areas

• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

• Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

• Certified Mummy MOT Practitioner

Clinical Expertise

Debbie treats a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions and has completed postgraduate training in advanced orthopaedic treatment methods. She previously worked within a National Sports Centre in the UK treating high-level athletes and supported the British Amateur Gymnastics Association at events across Europe. Debbie specialises in women’s pelvic health, treating conditions such as pregnancy-related pain, pelvic girdle pain, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic or vaginal prolapse, coccyx pain, and diastasis rectus abdominis, as well as providing pre- and post-partum rehabilitation.

Professional Experience

Role: MSK & Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Organisation: Total Therapy – Private Practice Responsibilities: • Conducting detailed assessments • Creating personalised rehabilitation and return to activity programmes for individuals of all abilities

Professional Interests & Passions

Debbie is passionate about supporting women with pelvic health concerns, particularly during pregnancy and post-partum recovery. She believes women should not have to suffer the long term effects of childbirth or ageing and aims to restore independence and quality of life through education, rehabilitation, and hands on treatment.

Professional Memberships

• Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• Mummy MOT Practitioner

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Qualifications and Experience:

Holly qualified from the University of Plymouth in 2020 with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. She has since been working in Dorset Healthcare and has experience in a variety of settings including Musculoskeletal Outpatients, Intensive care and Orthopaedics. Holly has a particular interest in rehabilitating sporting injuries as well as supporting those suffering with back pain.

Passions:

Outside of Physiotherapy, Holly enjoys weightlifting in the gym, live music, eating good food and travel.

Why Did Holly Become a Physiotherapist:

Through both playing sports at a young and having family in the military, Holly saw first hand the benefits of Physiotherapy. Holly developed an appreciation for the complexities of the human body and the variety of tools physiotherapy utilises to overcome injury and improve pain.

Where will you find her in her spare time?

More than likely at the gym or eating out somewhere nice!

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Victoria graduated from the AECC in 2005 and worked in private practice in Yorkshire, eventually owning her own clinics in Scarborough & Whitby. She returned to the south in 2013 and became a senior clinical lecturer at AECC, with responsibilities for supervising & teaching final year chiropractic students during their clinical placement.

She now works at Lilliput on Monday and Wednesday and in Ringwood on Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. She has a particularly patient-focused approach and enjoys helping people out of their pain and to return to their normal lives, pain free, using a combination of appropriate chiropractic and soft tissue therapies, including dry needling, with relevant exercises to prevent a relapse.

As a horse rider herself, she has a particular interest in treating riders and helping them improve their riding performance. She can assess your riding position and movement patterns and offer advice and exercises to improve your seat and position.

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Professional Overview

Cara graduated from the University of South Australia in 2017 and currently works as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist across Christchurch and Lilliput clinics. Cara treats everyday aches and pains using a combination of hands-on manual therapy, acupuncture and shockwave therapy, alongside personalised and realistic exercise programmes to support recovery at home. As a certified APPI Matwork Pilates instructor, she frequently incorporates Pilates-based exercises, helping people return to the daily routines and activities that matter most to them.

Clinical Skill Set

Cara appreciates that physiotherapy can feel unfamiliar or even daunting for some people, so she strives to create a welcoming and supportive space where people feel listened to and comfortable. She values helping people to understand their pain, regain confidence in movement, and return to the activities they enjoy.

Her treatment typically includes:

Hands-on manual therapy including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques

Acupuncture and dry needling for musculoskeletal conditions

Shockwave therapy

Prescription of realistic exercises

Pilates-based rehabilitation

Shape

Specialist Areas

Cara has particular interests in:

Everyday musculoskeletal injuries

Posture related pain

Using acupuncture and dry needling to support recovery

Pilates-based functional rehabilitation

Clinical Expertise

Cara combines evidence based physiotherapy with a patient-centred, compassionate approach. She carefully assesses the causes of pain and movement issues, creating treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs. Her interventions include manual therapy, acupuncture, shockwave therapy, targeted exercises, and Pilates-based rehab to improve strength, stability, and confidence. She places strong emphasis on patient education, helping people feel confident to manage their conditions and get back to their daily routines.

Professional Experience

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of South Australia. Graduated 2017.

Previously worked in MSK in a private clinic in Somerset.

Currently practising between Christchurch and Lilliput clinics at Total Therapy.

Research & Evidence Based Practice

Cara co-authored a systematic review titled “Systematic Review of the Addition of Hip Strengthening Exercises for Adults with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome” published in The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. She integrates current evidence, clinical guidelines, and reflective practice into her treatments, while participating in audits and quality-improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Outside the Clinic

Outside of work Cara loves spending time outdoors and keeping active. She also enjoys travelling and spending time with family.

Professional Memberships

Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP)

Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI)

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