When my 12-year-old regular netball playing daughter started complaining of heel pain I contacted Sarah. Sarah quickly identified a number of problems and advised on a course of treatment including a program which could be done at home. Her level of service was outstanding!
Sports Injury
Sports Injuries & Soft Tissue Damage
Acute or Sudden Onset
High velocity injury
Causes
Sprinting
Change of direction
Results
Muscle rupture
Ankle sprain
Knee injury
Impact injury
Causes
Badly timed tackles (football, rugby, hockey, etc)
Falls (horse riding, cycling, rugby, running, etc)
Results
Bruising (haematoma)
Swelling
Instability (ligament damage – cruciate, collateral, meniscal)
Pain
Treatment
Treatment is individually tailored and includes some or all of
Active and passive mobilisation techniques
Electrotherapy to assist in tissue healing
Extensive physical rehabilitation programme
Chronic
Causes
Sedentary lifestyle (sitting, driving, IT, etc)
Symptoms
Insidious onset
No injury (history)
No change in training programme
Results
Shoulder impingement
Achilles pain
Elbow pain (tennis, golf)
Knee pain
Plantafascia (foot) pain
Muscle imbalance leading to
Muscle misuse (resting muscles used for movement) leading to
Instability during movement
Joint structure overload
Pain
Dysfunction
Swelling is often minimal
Treatment
Local area treatment using standard techniques
Relieves symptoms
Does not cure the problem
Global approach
A global approach will highlight the true cause and lead to a treatment programme that not only relieves the symptoms, but clears the problem.
Electrotherapy
- Ultrasound
- Megapulse
- Laser
Manual Therapy
- Joint manipulation
- Joint mobilisation
- Soft tissue release
- Massage techniques
Self Help
- Detailed home exercises
- Programmes to speed up recovery and prevent relapse
Education
- Explanation of pain – why it occurs and best forms of treatment
- Best ways of staying healthy
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At Fountain Square Clinic we fully endorse the global approach to treatment.
Physio Process
Since the treatment is aimed at looking at the individual as a whole, the therapist does not just focus on the specific problem area of the body but takes things such as lifestyle and the general well-being of the person into consideration.
Manual Therapy
Manual therapy techniques are also employed by Chartered Physiotherapists to mobilise joints and soft tissues and to relieve pain and stiffness. This technique can also help to improve blood flow to the affected area, which is thought to promote healing.
Treatment Plans
Since this form of therapy can be used to treat a wide range of afflictions, it means that there is no one single approach to treatment plans. Usually, this is tailored to the individual on the basis of their specific health condition or needs, as well as factors such as general health, age and mobility.
Other Techniques
Whatever treatment is given, it normally involves co-ordination with other health professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary approach. Other techniques such acupuncture, ultrasound and the use of TENS machines can be helpful in physiotherapy treatments.
Considerations
A sportsperson suffering from an ankle injury may, for instance, be offered a different physiotherapy treatment plan to an elderly patient who is suffering from an arthritic or heart condition or an expectant mother in preparation for childbirth.
Holistic Treatment
Physiotherapy is a holistic treatment approach to help people who may have been affected by injury, disability or illness. There are several ways that physiotherapy can be used to help a person, depending on the nature of the problem and the part of the body affected.
The aim is to help restore mobility, reduce or manage pain and facilitate recovery following an injury or operation or a specific illness. Anyone can benefit from physiotherapy, no matter what age they are.
Education, awareness, empowerment and active participation of the patient are crucial elements of the physiotherapy process.
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Sarah has treated me for a couple of running injuries and I would highly recommend her. Her holistic approach helps to focus not only on the specific injury but also to rectify any other issues. Highly skilled, friendly and approachable and I have total trust in her.
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I had terrible arthritis in my right knee and really struggled to walk. My running and football came to an end, the pain kept me awake and in 2008 I was due to have a full knee replacement. I was introduced to the Spiral Stabilisation technique which includes 4 different exercises that take 5 minutes every morning. My mobility and posture are much improved and the pain has more or less disappeared. I am convinced that this technique has been the reason for this.
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I have suffered from a back problem on and off for many years. Under the guidance of Fountain Square Physio, I started the Spiral Stabilisation programme with excellent results. The exercises are easy and developed and increased over time to make for a convenient routine to do at home.
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After 18 months seeking a diagnosis for my daughter’s crippling knee and hip pain one consultation with Sarah left us clear of the cause of her pain and a progressive exercise programme returned her to the gym. She gave my daughter life back!
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I have suffered from a back problem on and off for many years. Under the guidance of Fountain Square Physio, I started the Spiral Stabilisation programme with excellent results. The exercises are easy and developed and increased over time to make for a convenient routine to do at home.
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My son is an active 12 year old with a left-sided hemiplegia.
Sarah has been a wonderful support progressing his exercise programme and encouraging him into many sports. His sporting activities have contributed enormously to his confidence.
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I had an operation for a trapped nerve in September 2017 but after it, the pain was still severe and I thought I’d have to give up my love of golf & gardening. However, after a course of Spiral Stabilisation at Fountain Square Physio with Stuart, the outcome was miraculous!
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Having suffered from low back pain for 2 years, 2 visits to Sarah at Fountain Square clinic relieved it. She supported me during my training programme to complete the London marathon.
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