I graduated from Brunel University with a BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy in 1995 and gained a MSc Specialist Neurological Rehabilitation from The University of Birmingham in 2009. I worked for the NHS in Suffolk and Warwickshire for 9 years developing an interest in Neurology before spending a further 9 years teaching at The University of Birmingham. Since then, I have built my own business teaching Pilates and treating the older person and those with Neurological diagnoses. During the Coronavirus pandemic I was involved in the rollout of the initial vaccination programme.
I am APPI Pilates trained and have since taken the Pilates for Neurology, Runners and Standing 3D APPI modules and some CPD training for the HIIT Pilates programme which have directly fed into my classes and Physiotherapy treatments. I have a particular interest in a hands-on treatment approach, especially with soft tissue mobilisation, having completed 6 courses in Myofascial Release with MFR UK and some courses specific to connective tissue management in Neurology. My other specialities are in treating foot drop caused by a peripheral neuropathy or an upper motor neurone cause (e.g. Stroke/MS) and Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) and Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) which can be useful after orthopaedic surgery and in clients with foot drop and lack of movement following Stroke/MS and other neurological conditions.
Outside of work I support my teenagers as the grow into young adults, enjoy walking, running and bootcamp to keep myself physically and mentally fit. I also enjoy crafting – paper quilling is a new skill I am learning alongside other crafts such as beaded jewellery & sewing.
