Walnut Tree Physiotherapy

After graduation from The University of Southampton in 1996, I spent two years at Southampton General Hospital as a junior physiotherapist. I then moved to the Wessex Nuffield Hospital where I was actively involved in the Sports Injury Clinic as well as working in orthopaedic outpatients. In 2003 I moved into private practice, starting up Walnut Tree Physiotherapy to help clients with a wide variety of musculo-skeletal problems. In 2004 I gained my Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice from the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine and I am treasurer for the British Association of Sports and Exercise Medicine (South). Away from my day to day practice I work with both British Swimming and British Gymnastics to provide physiotherapy cover for athletes in training camps and competitions at all levels, around the world.

I graduated from Queen Margaret College, Edinburgh in 1983. Having spent a number of years at a senior level in the NHS treating musculo-skeletal injuries, I specialised in 1988 in upper limb rehabilitation. Since qualifying I have worked for a number of private practices across the country, involving me in the treatment of top level athletes for a wide range of sports. I joined Walnut Tree Physiotherapy in April 2004 and run a specialised hand, wrist and elbow service. I also work part time at the Wessex Nuffield Hospital managing the hand service. I have a special interest in work place injuries and complimentary therapy and hold a post graduate qualification in acupuncture. I am actively involved in education and lecturing to both physio-therapists and the medical profession. I am a member of the British Association of Hand Therapists and the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics.