I am a physiotherapist and functional training instructor with 20 years of experience treating patients with musculoskeletal problems. I opened my practice in Bristol in 2013, focusing mainly on spinal, joint and muscle injuries. I encourage my clients to take an active role in restoring and improving their health and well-being. My treatment portfolio includes The McKenzie Method® – Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy®, which is based on these very principles.

I am also a qualified Pilates instructor trained by the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute, and a bodyART™ instructor. I have amassed extensive experience teaching functional fitness and rehabilitation classes to a diverse range of clients including athletes, children and seniors.

Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a science-based profession that takes a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Whether you are experiencing a persistent ache in your back or a recent acute and intense pain in one of your joints as a result of an unexpected trauma, physiotherapy can help you to improve quicker and to get back on your feet as soon as possible. My aim is to find and treat the root cause of your symptoms to reduce your pain, to restore your movements and function and to prevent reoccurrence in the future.
Your one hour long initial assessment will involve taking a detailed history of your current injury, previous conditions and a thorough physical examination. Based on the results, we will discuss the diagnosis and formulate your tailor-made treatment and exercise plan according to your goals. You will also receive your first hands on treatment and comprehensive advice to help you better manage your condition.
Your follow-up appointments may include various mobilization, massage and soft tissue techniques as well as an update of your individualized exercise program for you to practice at home.

Pilates
Pilates is a low-impact full-body functional workout program to strengthen muscles, improve flexibility, posture and balance. These goals are achieved by precise and controlled exercises that require you to maintain the correct form throughout the class. With regular practice you build solid foundations for other forms of sport and exercise, improve your body awareness and make your movements more efficient.
You are welcome to try our workouts anytime. We have a library of free exercise videos on our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/c/CoreAndBalance. We also offer weekly full length online classes. To receive a video each week, please contact us.

FlexiSpine Pilates Class – Tuesday 18:00
This Pilates class is specifically aimed at counterbalancing the harmful effects of sedentary lifestyle. Whether you are an office worker, a student or just want to improve the overall happiness of your spine, you will benefit from this program.

Pilates for Runners – Tuesday 19:00
Achieve your goals with this specialized workout program whether you are a beginner or an advanced runner. The exercises focus on specific strength and flexibility work to improve your running technique, prevent injuries and help you run faster.

Qualifications:
- BSc Physiotherapy
- The McKenzie Method® – Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy®courses A-E
- Pilates Instructor – Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI)
- bodyART™ Instructor – Level I-II
- Kinesiology – Touch for Health method
– Ear acupuncture: NADA, Chinese and French methods

Professional body memberships:
– HCPC – Physiotherapist, registration number: PH102509
– CSP – Chartered physiotherapist, member number: 093959

Insurance:
– Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

The most common reasons to seek physiotherapy:
– Neck and back pain including sciatica
– Postural problems
– Sports related injuries
– Sprains and strains of muscles, ligaments and joints
– Work related disorders
– Long standing (chronic) problems
– And many more

Examples of treatments offered:
– Tailor made exercise programs: stretching, mobilization and strengthening
– The McKenzie Method® – Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy®
– Post-operative rehabilitation e.g. after joint replacemen
– Joint mobilizations
– Functional rehabilitation programs
– Balance and stability Training
– Sport and soft tissue massage

Prices

Physiotherapy
Initial assessment and treatment, 60 minutes : £60
Follow up appointment, 60 minutes : £60
Follow up appointment, 30 minutes : £45

1 to 1 Pilates
Initial assessment and treatment, 60 minutes : £50
Follow up appointment, 60 minutes : £50
Follow up appointment, 30 minutes : £40

Sport massage
Initial assessment and treatment, 60 minutes : £50
Follow up appointment, 60 minutes : £50
Follow up appointment, 30 minutes : £40

Home visit is available for an additional £10 per session. Physiotherapy and Pilates 1 to 1 sessions are also available online for a discounted price.

Contact
Mobile: 0785 8899 718
Email: info@coreandbalance.com
Web: www.coreandbalance.com

I have been a sport enthusiast from an early age. Following my university education, I gained qualifications in massage therapy and sport instruction.

I established a physiotherapy and health studio in 2006 with my wife and worked there until 2011, having learned several oriental massage forms along the way. After that I studied psychology and relaxation techniques and started my private practice in Bristol in 2013.

Massage therapy
Massage can either be used as part of a treatment regime or applied as a standalone therapy. It may be recommended in a wide range of medical conditions and situations where you can benefit from its positive effects. These include reduced muscle tension and pain, improved circulation, reduced stress level, lowered heart rate and blood pressure and improved immune function.

Holistic massage
The techniques are adapted from Thai and Japanese massage forms.Traditionally, clients wear light clothing and receive these treatments on a mat on the floor.Although the techniques can be carried out on a clinical couch for your comfort, I do not use any massage oil or cream, so please wear comfortable, light clothing for your appointment.

Qualifications:
– Thai Massage – Massage Therapist
– Foundation and Advanced Certificate in Hypnotherapy
– Test User – Occupational Personality and Ability
– Preventive Spinal Exercise Training and Stretching
– Sports Instructor
– MSc Business Psychology

Professional body membership:
– Federation of Holistic Therapists, membership number: 184686
– The British Psychological Society Psychological Testing Centre – Register of Qualifications in Test Use, membership number: 303568

Prices
Holistic Massage
Initial assessment and treatment, 60 minutes : £50
Follow up appointment, 60 minutes : £50 Follow up appointment, 30 minutes : £30

Contact
Mobile: 0751 0169 200
Email: info@coreandbalance.com
Web: www.coreandbalance.com