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CHELSEA SW1 CENTRAL HEALlH Physiotherapy is one of the largest and most respected London
NOTTING HILL W2 physiotherapy companies. Our aim is to Return, Maiintain and Build your health and fitness.
ROEHAMPTON SW15
HIGHLY QUALIFIED OTHER HEALTH & WHY CHOOSE OUR
BARNET N20
PHYSIOTHERAPISTS FITNESS SERVICES PHYSIOTHERAPY
CLINICS?
Our team of Chartered We offer hydrotherapy, Our reterrals come from GPs,
Physiotherapists specialise in massage,acupuncture, consuItants and companies,
managing office base d and sports occupational therapy, though our main source of
injuries-neck,back, shoulder, Pilates,personal training, referrals has always be en,and
elbow,hip,knee and foot and ergonomics assessments, continues to be,word of mouth.
ankle pain.We also have manual handling training We NEVER over treat,but W ill
specialists in women's and other health serv ices. ensure that we rebuild your health
physiotherapy,paediatric and fitness. We are the team that
physiotherapy,vestibular and the medical specialists want to
respiratory physiotherapy, refer to,clients want to see,and
hydrotherapy,neuro. therapists want to work for.
rehabilitation and hypermobility.
We pride ourselv es in effective
ev idence-based management,
seeing you for fewer follow up
appointments than many of our
London competitors.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES
Trust us to return,maintain and build your If you suffer from back, neck, knee, shoulder
health and fitness. pain; headaches; knee, softtissue, work
rel ated and sports injuries; ligament & tendon
By keeping up·to-date with medical
problems,we can help.
developments,and constantly appraising the
Central Health Physiotherapy practice and staff, Our seivices include:
we strive to provide you with an exceptional Physiotherapy
quality of care.Our reputation and success Massage
have grown from our core strength in Acupuncture
physiotherapy.The Health Care Commission Women's Heakh Physiotherapy
assesses us annually and we encourage Gait and Running analysis
feedback from our clients,many of whom are Cycle Assessment
from personal recommendations. Respiratory Physiotherapy
Neuro Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Hydrotherapy
WHERE TO FIND US Pilates
City - Chancery Lane
Home Vis its
City - Farringdon
Nolting Hill Other Services · Falls
StJohn's Wood Management,Dietetics,
Roehampton PersonalTraining,Ergonomics,Health
Barnet Screening, Vestibular Physiotherapy.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES PHYSIOTHERAPY
Trust us to return,maintain and build your Physiotherapy is a non-invasive form of
health and fitness treatment that addresses problems in joints,
discs,muscles,tendons, ligaments and
All the Central Health Physiotherapy
nerves (musculoskeletal systern) that cause
physiotherapistsare chartered,experienced,
pain, stiffness and weakness.
skilled and up to date with the latest relevant
cutting edge research and dev elopments. Our approach relies on accurate assessment,
skilled technique s and appropriate a dvice.
Conditions commonly treated are:
OUR CORE FOUNDAliON:
Central Health • spinal pain·bacWneck pain
Physiotherapywas • shoulder pain
founded by Chartered • knee injury I pain
Physiotherapists and • ankle injury I pain
Physiotherapy is the • sports injury
foundation on which all • women's health problems
our seivicesare built. • strokes
• soft tissue injury
Natasha Price MCSP is • work related injury
the Managing Director and • ligament & tendon problems
owner of Central Health Physiotherapy. • headaches
• dizziness
• balance problems
And,if ne cessary,we have excellent links to
some of the top orthopae dic and rheumatology
surgeons in London.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES MASSAGE
Trust us to return,maintain and build your At Central Heakh Physiotherapy we believe
heakh and fitness that massage is the perfect balance to a
stressful life and a fantastic complement to
Massage has a profound positive effect on
maximise sport performance.
health by maximising the bodys potential for
regeneration and recovery.It can promote a It can improve circulation,rela x muscles, aid
feeling of wellbeing.calmsand soothes·and digestion,stimula te the lymphatic system and
can also have a stimulating, refreshing and spee d up the elimination of wa ste from the body.
inv igorating effect.
HENRY STCLAIR
Henry specialises in deep
tissue massage for muscles
that are tired from
over·use .
Henry wa s a professional
ballet dancer fortwelve
years, finishing his career
at the prestigious Royal
Ballet company in
London'sCovent Garden. Thisled him to a
deep understanding of the human body and
particularly the effects of hard physical training.
After hisfair share of injuries and the resulting
physiotherapy and many hours of massage
Henry felt he had an ideal career to step into
after dance.After graduating wi th distinction in
holistic and deep tissue massage therapy from
ITEC Henfy now divides his time between the
Royal Ballet School where he is on the medical
staff as their massage therapist and Central
Health Physiotherapy clinics in Chancery Lane
and the Hospital of St John &St Elizabeth.
Henry counts numerous intemational baIlet
dancers as his private clients.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES ACUPUNCNJRE
Acupuncture is a medical system which Physotherapists use acupuncture as an effective
originatesfrom China,where it has been used a djunct to enhance their phy!iotherapy
for ov er two thousand years to restore and treatment. All Central Health Phy!iotherapists
maintain good phy!ical and mental health. usng acupuncture hav e done additional training
and are members of the AACP (Acupuncture
Association for Chartere d Physotherapists).The
phyliotherapiststend to combine both
MISCHELL WATSON Traditional and We stern techniques. They tend
The traditional
to focus their acupuncture ses9ons on pain relief.
a cupuncturist MischeII Acupuncture can be v ery effective in the
I
Watson holds a degree in treatment of low back and neck pain,mee pain
acupuncture and is a
(especially osteoarthritis) and a wide range of
member of The British
other musculoskeletal pro blems.
Acupuncture Council
which keeps the national Traditional acupuncturists use a wider range of
register for traditional points and specific combinations to ma ximise the
acupuncturists within the effect of each indiv idual treatment,treating
United Kingdom. numerouscomplaints such as hea daches,
migraine,hayfever,sinusitis, irritable bowel
MischelI trained at the College of Integrated
syndrome,menstruaI disorders, tiredness, stress,
Chinese Medicine,where she studied both Five
eczema and other skin conditions, arthritis, high
Element and Traditional Chinese Medicine
blood pressure,depression and anxie ty, joint and
(TCM) under tutorswho themselves trained and back pain. It is worth noting that some patient
worked alongsde J.R.Worsey,renowned for attend acupuncture as a preventative measure to
bringing Five Element Acupuncture to the maintain goo d health and well being.
We st.
At the initial consultation the patient will be
asked about their main complaint!symptomsand
their me dical history.During treatment fine
'Acupuncture is an amazing treatment and has
nee dles are inserted into the body and lightly
helped bring balance to my life on so many
manipulate d to stimulate Qi (pronounced
lev els and would recommend it to anybody.
MischelI is a fantastic Acupuncturist and very 'chee'), the body's natural vitality and
mowledgeable and experienced within her communications system.Traditional acupuncture
field. She has a very caring, supportive and is a holistic approach,where the acupuncturist
consderate approach to her clients. She is a will lookto treat the underlying cause/weamess at
great listener, very patient and always makes both a phy!ical and mental level,while
you feel calm,safe and reassured during the addressing the presenting symptoms.
treatment sessons.'
Zehra
'MischelI showed great 9411 in identifying
locationswhich were senstive and introduced
an air of calmness and profes9onalism. The
acupuncture ses9onshav e worked.! am most
grateful.'
S Thorley

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES WOMEN'S HEALTH
PHYSIOTHERAPY
WOMEN'S HEALtH PHYSIOTHERAPY At Central Heakh Physiotherapy we recognise
the sens itivity around Women's Health related
PREGIIAIICYAND PDSHIATAL CARE issues and the importance of providing a
CDUDITIDIIS TREATED private,discreet and relaxed environment in
which women can seek advice and treatment.
ADDITIDIIAL SERVICES
Confidentiality is assured at all times.
CONTlNENCE AIID THE PELVICFLDDR
Women's Health Physiotherapy focuseson all
COMMON CONDITIONS issues related to Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Whether you are a woman experiencing bladder,
TREATMENTS
bowel or pelvic floor concerns, if you are suffering
AUTE NATAL PILATE S CLASSES from musculoletal back/pelvic pain during
your pre gnancy or as a new mum then women's
POSTNATAL PILATES CLASSES Health Physiotherapy has been proven to provide
LIFE AFTER BIRTH CLASS sgnificant relief.
TE STIMDUIALS
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CLAI E-ANNE HEAD
R
Women's Health Physiotherapy is available at
Our Women's Health
Physotherapy department Chancery Lane and St John's Wood. Please
is lead by Claire-Anne click for more information on the St John's Wood
Head. She specialises in clinic.
the treatment of obstetric
musculoletal conditions
aswell as
urogynaecological
conditions and pelvic floor
dysfunctions including prolapses, urinary
incontinence and sexual discomfort.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES GAIT AND RUNNING
Trust us to return,maintain and build your ANALYSIS
heakh and fitness The ideal serviceif you experiencepain during
Central Health Physiotherapy is one of the few walkingor running despite previous treatment,
gait analysis is also useful for injury
placesin london that offers a combined
preventionand enhancingsports performance.
assessment performed by both a podiatrist and
physiotherapist experienced in the Initially you complete a pre·assessment form
management of running injuries
followe d by a full screening that includes
examining your walking or running pattern,your
shoe s, discussion of your current exercise and
training needs
WHO WILL BENEAT?
This service is beneficial to all people whose
We discussour findings with you and make
pain during walng or running is unresolved,
recommendationsfor management of your injury:
despite previous treatment. It would also be
this ma y include advice on footwear and
useful for injury prevention and enhancing
orthotics, specific exercise rehabilitation,general
sportsperformanee.
training advice etc.And finally we present you
with a report with ourfindingsand
recommendations
We offer a podiatry service in conjunction with
the Gait lab.

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES RESPIRATORY
Physiotherapy has been found to provide PHYSIOTHERAPY
significant benefit for patients suffering from Central Health Physiotherapy provides an
chronic lung disease. outpatient respira tory service at the Hospital of St
John and St Elizabeth.
Our respiratory physiotherapists treat patients of
RESPIRATORY PHYSIOTHERAPY all ages and with a wide v ariety of respiratory
The respiratory physiotherapy service,run by problems including:
Corrine Ward, tas place on Fridays at the
Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth.Corrine • Dysfuncuonal breathing
has extensive specialist e xperience of • Dyspnoea tranagemmt (shorlness of breath)
respiratory conditionsfrom intensive care,the • lmprovingenetgy conservation
acute setting and through to out patientswith • Ambulatory oxygen assessrrent.
22 years post graduate e xperience. • Exerdse advice
• Asihtra action pl anning

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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES BIOMECHANICAL CYCLE
Your cycling technique is cri tical to ensure you ASSESSMENT
optimise performance and remain injuryf·ree.A A biomechanical cycle assessment takes 60-90
biomechanics assessment might make all the minutes in which time a full subjective history
differenee,whether you cycle for pie asure, and objectiv emeasurements are carried out to
weight loss, general fitness, competition or assess any injuries you are currently
rehabilitation after illness or injury. e xperiencing. Muscle length,strength and core
are checke d and problematic or weakareas
identifie d.
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..FOR A FULL BIOMECHANICS conduct an assessment of your individual cycling
ASSESSMENT ON YOUR OWNBIKE! style on your own bike,or the one you are about
Do you cycle to work? to buy to make sure it's right for you. U9ng video
Are you taking analysis, measurements are taken of the trun
adv anlage of the hip, knee and upper limb angles. Advice is given
Governments Cycle regarding ideal cycling techniques. Adjustments
to Work initiative? are then made to your bike se t up to optimise
Is cycling your hobby? ca dence and reliev e stress on musculoskeletal
Are you training for structures.
your nexttriathlon?
You are then giv en an infonnation sheet of the
Book an appointment with Faye Pec k at St changes and any exercises to perform,and you
John's Wo od or PaulKing at Chancery Lane have the opportunity afteiWards of emailing or
and bring your bike to our gym for an calling a physiotherapist for further a dvice.
assessment of your individual cycling style.
£150 for full 90 minutes assessment including
software analysisand physicadvice
£50 for quick assessment checking your bike
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INDIVIDUAL SERVICES HYDRO'TliERAPY
Hydrotherapy is proven to be a safe and Hydrotherapy is the perfect therapeutic solution
effectiv etreatment in accelerating the rate of for those who may not be so physically able on
recovery. dry land.The buoyancy,support,and the
resstance of water enhance d exercises create a
safe environment for rehabilitation.The pool,
heated to a comfortable 36'C and complete with
What happens if Ican't swim?
automated hoist to aid entry and exit, reduces
Do not worry if you cannot swim. A
gravity to one seventh when a patient is
physiotherapist will be with you in the water at
immersed,facilitating e xercise techniques that
all times. The pool is not deep and you can
provide both resstance and support.The
hold onto the hand rails which surround the
temperature of the water prompts muscle
pool. You will not need to put your head under
relaxation,facilitates stretching and generally
water.
helps reduce the sensation of pain.
What should I bring? Conditionswhich would benefit:
A swimming costume and any acute
medications. We provide towels and dressing Arthritis including Rheumatoid Arthritis,
gowns. Osteoarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis
Low Baclthoracic or neckpain
How do I get in the pool? Sciatica
Access to the pool is via stepswith hand-rails if Non weight bearing following surgery
you are able.Electronic hoist accessis Fibromyalgia
available to those patients who are less mobile. Sports injuries· muscular I joint injury or fracture
Post surgery:
What are the side-effects?
• hip/ knee / shoulder replacemml
The warmth of the water and the exercise may
• ACL reconstruclion
make you feel tired afterwards.
• Knee and shoulder arthroscopy
• surgically managed fracture
What happens if Ihave asurgical wound?
Waterproof dressings will be applied to prevent
contact with recent surgery sites. We have
stringent disinfectant measures which ensure 'I had a hip replacement and I was very
clean water. The pool water is tested weekly for apprehensive when discharge dasIfelt it would
micro-o rganisms by the Health Prolection be difficult to cope and recover on my own.
Agency in accordance with their guidelines. Fortunately I ha d booke d into the Springdene
Clinic which continued where the hospital had
When is hydrotherapy not appropriate? left off,a must for patientsthat need ongoing
You will be assessed by a physiotherapist care.Most important was the Physioepartment
before yourfirst hydrotherapy appointment. which also had a Hydrotherapy pool. The unit is
Certain conditions may prohibit you from staffed by caring and e xperienced personnel,
hydrotherapy. who not only put you through your pacesbut are
very understanding to your needs. In the time I
Contact us at the Barnet Clinic or the Chesl ea spent there my confidence grew and my courage
Clinic for more information. was built up to enable me to cope at home on
my own at the end of my stay.'
Nino Polledri