PHYSIOTHERAPY

SALLY EVANS | SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Sally graduated from Salford University in 2000. Since qualifying she has worked in both the public and private sector directing her skills towards musculoskeletal physiotherapy. With a special interest in sports injuries, Sally is currently studying for an Msc in sports physiotherapy at Bath University. Now in her third year as part of the Matt Roberts team, Sally combines her current role as manager of the Matt Roberts Physiotherapy Clinics with working for England Rugby Football Union as the lead physiotherapist for their U18 squad.

EMMA TERPSTRA

Emma graduated from Otago University, New Zealand in 1997 with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy degree. She has since worked extensively in New Zealand and the UK, both in the public and private sectors. With 11 years clinical practice Emma has a wide range of experience including treatment of acute sports injuries, overuse, ergonomic and postural problems. She has also taught Pilates on a 1:1 or group basis.

Emma has always been a keen athlete involved in many sports and outdoor pursuits however over last three years she has developed a passion for triathlon. In 2008 she completed her first Half Ironman and has plans for a full Ironman in 2010. As such Emma has a particular interest in treating endurance athletes including triathletes, runners and cyclists. ‘I enjoy the challenge of determining the underlying cause of an injury and helping my clients not only return to full function but develop strategies to remain injury free’.

In addition to her Physiotherapy qualification last year Emma qualified as a Personal Trainer. It has been invaluable to be able to utilize these skills alongside her physiotherapy to further progress her clients’ rehabilitation programmes.

LYNDSEY SCHOLES

Lyndsey graduated from The University of Salford in 1998. After completing basic grade rotations in the NHS in Crewe, she moved to London and took a number of locum positions. Lyndsey went travelling in 2002 working in both New Zealand and Australia. After 6 months in the UK, she returned to Australia after being offered a sponsorship to work in a Sports Injury Clinic in Brisbane for 2 years. Lyndsey completed Pilates training at the Pilates Institute of Queensland during this time, and has gone on to continue further training in the UK working in private practice since 2004. Lyndsey’s interest in physiotherapy came from 9 years of competitive gymnastics. Her interests are now in sports injuries and Pilates.

FIONA ROBERTS

Fiona graduated in Medical Science at Birmingham University before qualifying as a Physiotherapist in 2006. She has since worked for the NHS, initially in Brighton and now for the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead. During this time, she has gained experience in rehabilitation (general and neurological) and the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. She has also gained a Sports Massage Diploma and is registered with the Sports Massage Association, Health Professions Council and Chartered Society of Physiotherapists. She is a sports enthusiast and enjoys playing tennis and cycling particularly outside of work.

GARETH JONES

Gareth graduated from the University of Brighton in 2003, and has since worked in a variety of clinical settings in both the UK and abroad. He has worked as a senior physiotherapist at a top London teaching hospital, as well as in private practise based within an exclusive health and fitness centre in Wellington, NZ. As a consequence of his diverse experience he has treated many conditions, including post surgical rehabilitation, occupational/sports injuries and chronic pain. He is able to deliver a holistic and evidence based treatments (including acupuncture, soft tissue massage, myofascial release techniques, mobilisations/manipulations and exercise prescription) to ensure they achieve optimal results and help to reduce the risk of future injuries.

PAUL HARRISON

Paul graduated from Brunel University in 2006 with a degree in Physiotherapy. He began working as a physiotherapist in a gym environment at a private fitness centre before moving to a become Clinical Lead at a football club in 2007, where he became experienced in Football related musculoskeletal injuries, massage and structuring goal centred rehabilitation programmes.

Paul has worked with elite athletes from the English Judo and Karate U18 team, where he provided physiotherapy support to their training sessions. He also has experience working with clients who were training for the London Marathon, providing advice and treatment for a range of injuries, alongside maintenance to ensure clients stayed injury free throughout their training.