Harnham Physiotherapy Clinic

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, BA (Hons) European Business MCSP AACP Chartered Physiotherapist and Clinic Manager Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Hand Therapy and Reflexology Marie graduated from the University of Brighton in 2003 with a first class honours degree in Physiotherapy. She gained much musculoskeletal outpatients experience from working as a senior physiotherapist in various NHS hospitals in the South East (Canterbury, Ashford, Dover, Margate and East Grinstead). Marie has treated a very wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Marie started working in private practice in 2005 and has been working wholly in the private sector since leaving the NHS in 2009. Marie runs Harnham Physiotherapy Clinic and very much enjoys delivering a high quality service for her valued clients. Marie is a full member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP) and the British Association of Hand Therapy (BAHT). Prior to starting her career in physiotherapy in 1999, Marie gained a degree in European Business at Loughborough University and worked in Human Resources for a multinational car manufacturer. When not working, Marie juggles running a business with a very busy family life with two young children. Marie hopes to get back to regular golf and tennis once she has some time to spare...!

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP Chartered Physiotherapist Specialist in Neurological Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Older People Karen worked as a mental health support worker in the NHS in Poole for 8 years before starting her career in Physiotherapy in 2008. She gained much experience as a Physiotherapy assistant for two years in trauma (fractures, falls), orthopaedics (joint conditions and surgery), and neurology at the Frenchay Hospital in Bristol. Karen studied Physiotherapy at the University of West England and graduated as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2012. Karen went on to work with patients with neurological conditions at the North Bristol NHS Trust. After taking maternity leave and moving to Salisbury, Karen worked at the Salisbury District Hospital in Odstock, treating a wide variety of patients in acute medical care, elderly care, rehabilitation and stroke rehabilitation. Karen is now able to utilise her broad range of knowledge, skills and experience in the provision of patient-centred rehabilitation in their own homes. The clinic has recently been invited to provide the physiotherapy services at Braemar Lodge care home in Salisbury. Karen delivers a very popular weekly exercise group together with individual assessment and rehabilitation of various conditions. This may include poor mobility, balance problems, neurological conditions (Stroke, Parkinsons), wheelchair appropriateness, painful joints, and difficulty with functional aspects of daily living such as climbing stairs. Karen is also involved with preparing clients for safe and timely discharge home and follow-up thereafter. When not working, Karen looks after her 4 year old and is also very busy building a house in Harnham!

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MSc module Elderly Care MCSP ACPIN Chartered Physiotherapist Specialist in Neurological Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Older People Jane brings a wealth of experience and clinical skill in relation to the rehabilitation of clients with neurological conditions as well as the rehabilitation of older people. Having qualified in 1993 in Glasgow, Jane has accumulated 24 years of experience including working as a Senior Physiotherapist in an acute Stroke unit, working as a Senior Physiotherapist in a community older peoples team, and working as a Superintendent III Physiotherapist managing a multidisciplinary health and social care rehabilitation team. Jane currently works part-time at the Wessex Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre as a specialist physiotherapist. She also works part-time seeing a wide variety of clients at home in the community or in the care setting. Jane is a member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists interested in Neurology (ACPIN).

MSc Physiotherapy, BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Science MCSP Chartered Physiotherapist Specialist in Neurological Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation of Older People After gaining a much physiotherapy experience in various settings and clinical areas, Claire now specialises in treating clients with neurological conditions. Claire currently works at Glenside where she provides specialist neurological physiotherapy to a wide range of often complex brain injury patients. Claire is trained in both Bobath and Pilates. Claire brings a certain uniqueness to the team with her very specialist experience in the management of head injuries. She also demonstrates genuine compassion about continuing her work in delivering exceptional physiotherapy rehabilitation for those with all types of neurological conditions. Our team is extremely fortunate to have Claire working for us part-time. In her spare time, Claire is a very keen hockey player.

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MSc Exercise and Sport MCSP AACP Chartered Physiotherapist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Pilates Instructor, Sports and Exercise Biomechanics Specialist With over 14 years post-graduate experience working in diverse physiotherapy settings in the UK and abroad, Emma is a very highly trained and skilled clinician. Emma has completed many post-graduate training courses and has a master’s degree in exercise and sport biomechanics. Her research has been published. Emma has treated wide ranging injuries and conditions including work related conditions and both acute and chronic sporting conditions. Performance in sport is of particular interest. Living locally, Emma is now settled in the Salisbury area with a young family and we are looking forward to her joining the practice towards the end of 2017 after her current maternity leave.