QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

I graduated from Bournemouth University in 2020 with a BSc in Sports Therapy. Having enjoyed my undergraduate degree so much I wanted to further my knowledge in sports rehabilitation and strength training. This lead me to completing my masters degree in Strength, Conditioning and Rehabilitation in the September of 2021. I have worked at Eastleigh F.C and was also given the opportunity to spend a week in Norway treating in a sports injury clinic (Nr1 Fitness).

Skills:

Sports massage

MET stretching

Trigger Point Therapy

Myofacial release

Sports injury rehabilitation

Strength Training

Passions:

I believe that any type of exercise and sport is incredibily important for not only an individuals physical well-being but their mental health as well. As a sports therapist my aim for my clients is to be able to get them back into playing their sport or to the gym and keep releasing those endorphins!

WHY DID YOU BECOME A SPORTS THERAPIST?

From a young age I was a keen netball player and loved all types of sport. Having sustained a few injuries myself, I know how disappointing an injury can be for an athlete. I wanted to make the healing, treatment and rehabilitation process a more positive place for athletes/keen sports people.

WHERE WOULD WE FIND YOU IN YOUR SPARE TIME?

I love the beach whether that would be swimming in the sea, long walks or running! I got into running during lockdown and its turned into a real passion of mine. I also love spending time with my family and friends (not forgetting my cats Piggy and Monkey and my little dog Wilbur).

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Qualifications and experience:

Ed graduated from Oxford Brookes University in 2017 with an MSc in Physiotherapy. Since then, he has gained extensive experience in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Elite Sports Physiotherapy.

Ed is highly skilled in manual therapy techniques, such as joint mobilisations and soft tissue massage used alongside various taping methods which he integrates into his treatment plans to reduce pain levels whilst applying strength and conditioning exercises to provide a long-term improvement in symptoms. This comprehensive approach helps his patients return to their favourite hobbies and activities. He has a particular interest in spinal and all lower limb injuries involving the hip, knee, foot and ankle, as well managing sports-related injuries.

Why Did Ed Become a Physiotherapist?

From a young age, Ed played various sports including rugby, hockey and cricket so personally experienced many of the injuries that come with competition. This gave him a deep appreciation for the human body and its ability to recover from injury, ultimately inspiring him to pursue a career in physiotherapy.

Where Can You Find Ed in His Spare Time?

Outside of work, Ed is an avid musician and enjoys playing golf, hockey, cricket, and rock climbing.

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Qualifications and Experience:

Emily graduated from Cardiff University in 2011 with a BSc Hons Degree in Physiotherapy. Since qualifying Emily has gained a wealth of experience working across various NHS and private settings, working with both adults and children, specialising in the field of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation. More recently Emily has pursued a specialist interest in the field of paediatric Physiotherapy and also works part time at a local Special Educational Needs (SEN) school treating children with a vast range of complex physical needs and neurodisability.

Emily’s unique range of experience means that she is able to provide a very holistic approach to her treatment. She is passionate about enabling her patients to reach their maximum physical potential and achieve their goals, whether that be a performance athlete wishing to return to high level sport, or someone who may just wish to maintain functional activities of daily living.

Passions:

Outside of Physiotherapy, Emily keeps herself busy with family life and looks after her two young children. She is passionate about maintaining a good work life balance, and enjoys being outdoors whether that be at the beach, walking her two fur babies, paddle boarding or practising yoga. Much to her husbands despise Emily also enjoys undertaking Home renovation and DIY projects that she enthusiastically starts and he normally ends up finishing!

Why did Emily become a Physiotherapist?

As a youth and early teenager Emily competed at a National Level in Trampolining and often had a physiotherapist travelling with her club to competitions across the country. She first gained in an insight into Physiotherapy when sustaining an injury that was treated by the club physiotherapist and decided to explore this interest further during her work experience at school. Emily loves working with people, and once becoming aware of the vast scope of Physiotherapy as practise, her career path was inevitable.

Where would you find Emily in her space time:

As mentioned above Emily enjoys being outdoors with her family as much as possible and believes fresh air is good for the soul. When she is not enjoying the great outdoors Emily enjoys scoping out the best coffee and cake spots in the local area, another one of life’s essentials!

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES:

Amelie has been qualified since February 2022 with a sports massage therapist level 3 diploma. She is also currently studying a masters in chiropractic which gives her a deeper understanding about the body.

SKILLS:

Postural assessment

Deep tissue massage

Myofascial release

Soft tissue and trigger point release

Pre & post event massage

PASSIONS:

Amelie likes dancing, listening to music and going for coffees with her friends. As your therapist she will be very passionate about helping you enjoy what you find happiness in without pain.

WHERE WOULD WE FIND AMELIE IN HER SPARE TIME:

If Amelie isn’t studying you will probably find her in the dance studio or the swimming pool.

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Having qualified in 1999 as a Personal Trainer & Sports Therapist Kev’s career followed his passion in Sports Therapy. Kev started working in semi-professional football with Christchurch FC and then after a season he moved to Bashley FC.

In 2003 Kev started working at AFC Bournemouth as Sports Therapist for the under 18’s. Over the following 10 years, Kev developed his skills and knowledge in injury rehabilitation, injury assessment, and injury prevention. Kev’s role also included cover for the reserve team and first team for pitch-side duties. In 2012 Kev moved into workplace massage therapy, further developing his skills in back pain, desk ergonomics and posture.

Skills

Injury rehabilitation & Prevention

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM)

Myofascial release

Pregnancy Massage

Trigger Point Therapy

Desk Ergonomics

Posture correction

Pre event injury prevention & therapy support

Kinesio Taping

MET,s

Where would you find Kev in his spare time?

You will find Kev in the gym, or on a trail run, if he has time he’ll be out on my bike. When he is not training or working, Kev’s down time is spent walking his dog Chewie.

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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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Qualifications and Experience:

Cara completed her Physiotherapy degree at the University of South Australia, before moving to England in 2017. Since then she has spent time close to family in Somerset while enjoying work in private practice. Cara has completed post graduate study in acupuncture and dry needling to complement her other manual therapies.

Passions:

Cara has a love of the great outdoors, and values the importance of physical and mental well being. Outside of physio, she enjoys exploring her more creative side including her passion for music.

Why did Cara decide to become a Physiotherapist?

Cara loves spending every day getting to know each person individually and offering guidance to support them in returning to those activities most important to them. Having a background in dance and gymnastics, she experienced physiotherapy care in her early teens which first sparked her fascination of the human body. With a focus on hands-on treatment, she values keeping people actively involved in their own recovery and providing tools to manage ongoing symptoms.

Where would we find Cara in her spare time:

Getting back to running along the beach after missing the water and fresh sea air since moving away from Australia will be a welcome change! She loves getting outside in nature and staying active with rock climbing and yoga. At home, there’s a good chance you might find her having a strum on her guitar and writing a song or two!

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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:

Charlotte graduated from Marjon’s University in Plymouth in 2013. After University she worked abroad in France and Austria In the ski resorts, as a Sport Therapist. Charlotte has completed training in:

Sports Massage

Pregnancy Massage

Trigger Point Therapy

Kinesiology Taping

During university and after her seasons she worked at Oakmeadians Rugby club providing pre and post treatments.

Why did Charlotte become a Sport Therapist?

Charlotte has always had an interest in the human body and how it all works. Alongside enjoying a vary of sports - skiing, netball, sailing, running and touch rugby. Charlotte was able to find a career which she love - by helping people. Sports Therapy has allowed her to help patients to enjoy sports and their lifestyles.

Trained in Pregnancy massage. During both her pregnancies Chralotte had massages and found them very beneficial. Helps the mother to relax and also to help relieve tension and pain in pregnancy.

What are Charlotte passions:

Charlotte will always ensure her patients are comfortable and relaxed during the treatment. Creating a rapport with her patients so she can get a better understanding of their injury and lifestyle. Working in a range of settings has given her different skills and experiences. Knowing your patient is feeling better and the injury is not affecting them daily - its a good feeling to know you helped.

Where would you find Charlotte in her spare time?

Growing up by the seaside, Charlotte has a love for the sea. In the summer you can find her sailing and sup boarding with the family. In the winter, she will be skiing in the mountains. During the week Charlotte enjoy playing in a local netball league, a great way to keep fit. Charlotte has also just joined adult gymnastics group.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Lucy is a Masters Graduate Physiotherapist and achieved the highest academic grade in her cohort, earning an award from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists in the process. Since graduating Lucy has worked in the NHS as a rotational physiotherapist and has a range of experiences from helping people take their first steps in intensive care to rehabbing sporting injuries. Prior to her Masters, Lucy studied a degree in Sports and Exercise Science and went on work for UK Sport. She has attended major competitions and knows the true demands of elite sport and competition. Lucy is a trained sports massage therapist and is also a Pilates matwork instructor and Yoga teacher. Lucy also offers dry needling (medical acupuncture) within her appointments. Lucy has a particular interest in lower limb injuries and clinical Pilates. PASSIONS: Outside of Physio, Lucy enjoys being outdoors and active. Lucy particularly enjoys horse riding, running, paddleboarding and Pilates.

WHY DID LUCY BECOME A PHYSIOTHERAPIST? Lucy truly values movement, activity and all the amazing things the human body can do. She is passionate about getting to know each person individually and supporting them to return to the activities that are most important to them.

WHERE WOULD WE FIND LUCY IN HER SPARE TIME? Lucy is most likely to be at the Yard (with the horses) or at the Beach

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Natalia, is a certified Foot Health Practitioner with extensive experience in treating a wide range of foot and nails conditions.

With a focus on evidence-based practices, Natalia provides expert care for issues such as ingrown toenails, fungal infections, verrucae, and other common foot ailments.

Natalia received her Level 3 RQF Diploma in Foot Health Care Practitioner from INTA the International Nail Training Academy, where she developed a strong foundation in medical foot care.

Her approach is centred on accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment plans designed to relieve pain, improve mobility, and prevent future foot problems.

Dedicated to delivering results, Natalia uses the latest techniques and tools to ensure her patients receive the highest standard of care.

She is known for her methodical and thorough approach, taking the time to understand each patient’s condition and offering clear, straightforward advice on managing and treating their foot health issues.

Beyond her practice, Natalia is committed to continuous professional development and stays up-to-date with advancements in podiatry.

Outside of work she is busy with her little family, young daughter and husband(no dog yet). She enjoys great food and a good coffee.

Natalia is excited to welcome new patients and help them step confidently into a healthier future.

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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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Fiona grew up surrounded by sport with her father being an international race and rally driver which lead to starting to study sports therapy in 2006. Since graduate with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Fiona has gained a vast array of experience working pitch-side at sporting events to the supporting elderly patients suffering with degenerative joint problems.

Fiona has travelled to events with national sports athletes, national inline roller hockey teams and as lead therapist within Rugby Union squads for ten seasons.

Alongside this Fiona worked in private clinics and became part of the physiotherapy team at Warwick and Leamington hospitals aiding inpatients recovery on neurological, surgical and medical wards.

Fiona’s passion to continue to learn and help people improve their lives has led to studying a four year BOst (hons) in Osteopathy which completes in 2025.

Skills

• Anatomy in Motion (assessment and rehab of posture and movement)

• Injury rehabilitation

• Pre-op prehabilitation

• Treatment of complex conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia

• Sports taping

• Sports Massage

• Joint articulation

• Myofascial release

• Instrument-assisted soft tissue release (IASTM)

• Re-education of functional movement.

• Pitch side trauma

Passions

Fiona enjoys spending her spare time walking, running, paddle boarding but mostly spending time with her partner and two little boys. Fiona enjoys fundraising especially when is involves sport. Previously having trekked to Everest Base Camp to raise money for children with cancer and having trained for a 100 mile cycle in aid of injured Rugby players and their families.

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES

Nikola is a highly experienced level 5 massage therapist having trained extensively in some of the most highly rated massage and physiotherapy colleges in Europe. Nikola has been qualified since May 2008. He fell in love with massage when he trained Water Polo and realised that massage helped him a lot in recovering from hard training.

SKILLS

Injury prevention Sports and remedial injury assessment Soft tissue release and trigger point Increasing muscular recovery Deep tissue massage Remedial massage Swedish massage Relax massage Myofascial release Lengthening and mobilisation of muscles/joints

PASSIONS

Traveling abroad, meeting new people and new cultures. Helping people and help them recover from pain because pain is not a natural state.

WHERE WOULD WE FIND NIKOLA IN HIS SPARE TIME

Riding a bike, at the beach with his family and on a barbecue with friends in the garden.

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Qualifications and Experience:

Josie has always had a passion for health and wellbeing. This led her to complete a 250 hour Yoga Teacher Training course in Bristol in 2019 and subsequently Sports Massage Levels 3 and 4 at the Cotswold Academy.

Why did Josie become a Sports Massage Therapist?

After completing her yoga Teacher Training, Josie realised the hands-on side of teaching and working with people on an individual basis is what she enjoyed most. With an active lifestyle and love of sports, Sports Massage was the natural next step.

What are Josie’s passions?

Josie is passionate about creating a calming environment and collaborative approach to treatments, facilitating connection between the mind and body and therefore long lasting rehabilitation and healing.

Where would you find Josie in her spare time?

When not at work, you can find Josie at the beach or out running with her Bosnian rescue dog or finding the best coffee spots in town.

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Qualification and Experience:

Beatrice graduated with a Master of Chiropractic degree from the esteemed AECC University in Bournemouth and soon after she found herself working for busy clinics in the New Forest and Bournemouth. Her expertise includes the treatment of a wide range of conditions, from sport-related injuries to common musculoskeletal complaints for individuals of all age groups. Beatrice also offers dry needling within her appointments.

Why did you become a chiropractor?

Chiropractic care holds a special place in my heart; it’s more than just a profession, it’s a lifelong passion, as I have experienced its transformative effects in my own life. Witnessing how chiropractic can improve lives has inspired me to become a chiropractor and share these benefits with others.

Passions

I am passionate about helping people and I believe that through chiropractic we can allow the body to perform to its fullest potential. During my treatments I like to use a whole-body approach which entails addressing the root of the problem rather than only treating the symptoms. I often incorporate rehabilitation and preventative measures to ensure long term recovery. My mission is to help you live an enjoyable, pain-free life!

Where would we find you in your spare time?

Beyond her professional commitments, Beatrice enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle, with a fondness for strength training, Pilates and Italian food

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Qualifications and experience:

Nicole graduated from the AECC University College with a first-class Master of Chiropractic (MChiro) degree. Since graduating Nicole has worked in busy clinics in Wiltshire and London and has recently relocated back to the south coast. Nicole enjoys treating patients of all ages and abilities with musculoskeletal complaints however has a special interest in sport related injuries. Nicole will utilise a range of techniques during her treatments which include spinal and extremity joint manipulation and mobilisations, soft tissue work, kinesiotaping, dry needling as well as giving lifestyle and exercise rehabilitation advice.

Why did Nicole become a Chiropractor?

Having always had an interest in human anatomy and function, studying Chiropractic was a natural progression to pursue these interests. Recovering from a significant injury in her first year of Chiropractic studies, Nicole appreciates the important role conservative Chiropractic care had on her own personal rehabilitation and can empathise with people in similar situations. She is motivated to empower and educate individuals to achieve their own personal optimum levels of health and wellbeing.

What are Nicole’s passions?

Growing up in South Africa, Nicole values an active, healthy lifestyle and competed in lifesaving to a national level. In addition to being a Chiropractor, Nicole is a qualified swimming teacher with a passion to get young people active and involved in sport.

Where would you find Nicole in her spare time?

In her spare time, Nicole enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle swimming, running, and spending time with friends 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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Debbie completed her physiotherapy degree at Brunel University in England in 2002, here she worked in London in a large public hospital . Here she gained a wide range of physiotherapy skills, treating musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions before specialising in womens health. Debbie completed post graduate courses in a range of orthopedic conditions and advanced treatment methods. She went on to work within a National sports Centre in the UK treating high level athletes and worked alongside the British Amateur Gymnastics association at various events across Europe.

She moved to Vancouver, Canada in 2009 where she worked in the public health service as the Clinical Practice Leader within Fraser health.

She has just returned the UK and joins the Total therapy team to continue her work in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and explore her passion for helping people and to bring women’s health to the forefront in Dorset. She works mainly with pre and post-partum women, helping them gain functional independence and improve their quality of life. She believes women should not have to suffer the side effects of child birth or ageing, and wants to give women their independence through education and hands on treatment.

Debbie returned to her home country to be closer to family now that she has two young children. She cant wait to join a netball team in Bournemouth and explore all that the south coast has to offer with her family.

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My name is Emma and I’m a fully qualified evidence based Level 5 Soft Tissue Therapy and Rehabilitation therapist, qualifying through the prestigious London School of Sports Massage.

I am passionate about helping people deal with often debilitating and tiring pain. Your pain may be from a recent sports injury, chronic and persistent or maybe you’re just feeling a bit tight and would like tired muscles eased.

There are different modalities I may use for example, massage, cupping, assisted stretching and more.

When I’m not working I can usually be found in the pool or on a horse. I’m also qualified as both an open water and aquatic coach alongside an Equestrian coach and a bit of an expert at injuries caused by both!!

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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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Qualifications and Experiences: BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, studied at the University of The West of England, Bristol. Laura has been qualified since 2008 and has worked for the NHS up until January 2024. Laura was the lead clinical physiotherapist in Orthopaedics at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester but has worked in several hospital trusts across different specialities giving her a wide range of experience.

Passions: Laura enjoys being a busy mother to three young children and a lively dalmatian. Outside of Physiotherapy Laura enjoys fitness including weight training and cardio including running half marathon distances.

Why did Laura become a Physiotherapist? Lauras passion for physical education and science from an early school age led her to a career in physiotherapy. Working as a physiotherapist provides Laura with the opportunity to enable people to live the life they wish to live by overcoming pain and disability. Laura has always enjoyed designing treatment plans and supporting her patients to fulfil their goals.

Where would we find Laura in her spare time? Outdoors whether it be on a dog walk down the beach, in the park with my children, on the netball court or off on an adventure.

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