SKILLS AND PASSIONS

I have had a turbulent relationship with sport and injuries and I’m incredibly passionate about supporting people to feel their best. Whether this is educating athletes to train safely for performance, or helping individuals continue doing the activities they love, I work closely with people to ensure treatment is meaningful, realistic, and reflects their preferences.

I previously worked professionally with elite event horses and therefore have extensive knowledge of riding and the demands this puts on your body. I absolutely love trail running and hope to venture into the world of ultras in 2026, after spending my uni years racing triathlons (mediocre at best, very enthusiastic though!). I additionally work with Cardiff University Triathlon Team to deliver S+C and injury management, and work pitch-side for Swanage and Wareham RFC.

WHY I BECAME A PHYSIOTHERAPIST

I stepped into physiotherapy with the intention of specialising in veterinary physiotherapy, however during my undergraduate degree I found working with patients incredibly fulfilling and loved seeing their progression and enjoyment during therapy. I have firmly decided to stick with human patients where I can share my enthusiasm for physical activity. I believe that enjoying physical activity can be realistic and achievable for everybody, and want to be a part of individuals journeys. I love working with a diverse group of individuals and enjoy constantly learning.

WHERE YOU’LL FIND ME

I feel most at home trail running. Whether this is on a Dorset coast path, or sliding down a mountain in Wales, I’m normally covered in mud and thinking about the coffee and pastry I’m going to eat after.

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Professional Overview

Debbie is a Musculoskeletal (MSK) and Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist who treats individuals of all ages and abilities, from elite athletes to everyday patients. She takes a holistic approach to care, addressing not only the physical injury but also lifestyle, movement patterns, mental wellbeing, and long term function to deliver personalised, evidence based rehabilitation.

Clinical Skill Set

Debbie combines strong clinical expertise with excellent interpersonal skills to support effective rehabilitation and patient outcomes. She has extensive experience treating women across a wide variety of settings, having worked in both NHS and private practice, as well as internationally in Canada, where she held the role of Clinical Practice Leader.

Clinical & Technical Skills

• Advanced musculoskeletal assessment and clinical reasoning

• Manual therapy including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques

• Individualised exercise prescription and rehabilitation planning

• Pain assessment using a biopsychosocial approach

• Functional movement and biomechanical analysis

• Knowledge and interpretation of imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound)

• Use of adjunct treatments including shockwave therapy and taping

• Evidence based practice and outcome measures Interpersonal & Professional Skills

• Clear patient communication and education

• Empathy and patient centred care

• Motivational and behaviour change techniques

• Multidisciplinary teamwork and collaboration

• Teaching patients self management strategies

• Time management and adaptability in busy clinical settings

• Red flag screening and appropriate referral

Specialist Areas

• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

• Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapy

• Certified Mummy MOT Practitioner

Clinical Expertise

Debbie treats a wide range of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions and has completed postgraduate training in advanced orthopaedic treatment methods. She previously worked within a National Sports Centre in the UK treating high-level athletes and supported the British Amateur Gymnastics Association at events across Europe. Debbie specialises in women’s pelvic health, treating conditions such as pregnancy-related pain, pelvic girdle pain, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, pelvic or vaginal prolapse, coccyx pain, and diastasis rectus abdominis, as well as providing pre- and post-partum rehabilitation.

Professional Experience

Role: MSK & Women’s Pelvic Health Physiotherapist Organisation: Total Therapy – Private Practice Responsibilities: • Conducting detailed assessments • Creating personalised rehabilitation and return to activity programmes for individuals of all abilities

Professional Interests & Passions

Debbie is passionate about supporting women with pelvic health concerns, particularly during pregnancy and post-partum recovery. She believes women should not have to suffer the long term effects of childbirth or ageing and aims to restore independence and quality of life through education, rehabilitation, and hands on treatment.

Professional Memberships

• Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

• Mummy MOT Practitioner

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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.

Victoria graduated from the AECC in 2005 and worked in private practice in Yorkshire, eventually ... Read More