14
Mar
Injury 101: Returning from Injury Back to Sport/Running
A Patient’s Step-by-Step Guide to Understanding Rehab and Returning back to Sport/Running by Keval Panchal – Senior Chartered Physiotherapist Part Two: Training Loads (& Loads… & Loads… &…
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28
Feb
What is Running Analysis?
What is running analysis? Whether you have 50 marathons under your belt or have just bought your first pair of runners to start your training, a running analysis…
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21
Feb
Stretching vs Strengthening for Runners
A shift has been occurring in the running world over recent years. This transition has been from the generations old notion that stretching is the most useful tool…
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7
Nov
Join us – Marathon 101 Workshop !
Have you got place in next years London Marathon 2019 – or any other global Marathon’s next year ? then your COUNTDOWN has begun! Save the date and…
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19
Jan
Running Injuries: The Low-Down on Hamstrings
Steph Davies Physiotherapist BSc (Hons) MSc Sport & Exercise Medicine MCSP Intro The hamstrings are made up of three muscles that originate from the ischial tuberosity,…
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Sara
22:58 20 Mar 19
Physio for Life is such a warm & welcoming clinic from consultation through treatment.
My Physio Lucy listened carefully to my concerns & devised a bespoke treatment plan to suit my needs. She answered all my (many!) questions with professional advice; reassuring me throughout my recovery journey!
Thank you so much Lucy!read more
Steph Lockwood
20:15 10 Mar 19
Would highly recommend Physio 4 Life. I see Roxanne for Osteopathy treatment which has really helped me tackle my chronic back pain which has troubled me for years and make good changes to sustain that. Roxanne herself is wonderful - really friendly but always professional and always really engaged with my treatment. The reception staff are lovely as well and compared to places I was considering visiting in Central London, the prices are reasonable. Overall, can it fault this place!read more
Barbara Baska
22:19 07 Mar 19
It's a great place and I can recommend Stuart! Before I met him in early August I suffered 6.months from shoulder injury (I saw other specialist but didn't help) and at the same time I developed a knee injury from running. He explained everything and told me what to do. Right now my shoulder is really well and I'm more aware of my body and posture. I'm still recovering from knee injury but all exercises given by Stuart really help and I feel like every week I can run a bit more which is the goal.read more
Rosana portomeñe
14:06 05 Mar 19
I went to physio 4 life after a month suffering from my neck being completely stiffed and in a lot of pain. My physiotherapist, Nathan Arnold, was just amazing. I got back to normal after 4 sessions. Thank you so much, guys, great place and great professionals.read more
Edward Jones
13:03 19 Feb 19
I've been working with Stuart for almost a year now, and I've made consistent progress towards some pretty large goals I set during my initial consultation. Not only is he very knowledgeable about his work, he's incredibly personable and sessions are always productive. I really can't speak highly enough of the treatment I've received.read more
Farnaz Hosseinzadeh
21:18 18 Feb 19
Have been here for physiotherapy and have dealt with 3 physiotherapist and they have all been awesome. Currently I'm being treated by Maria and she's absolutely great.read more
Rosalind C
05:22 17 Feb 19
Fabulous Scarwork massage! One year after keyhole abdominal surgery, my stomach and abdomen still felt a bit numb and restricted with hard areas around some of the scars. I would experience an uncomfortable tugging feeling whenever I stretched. Things just did not feel "right".
Luckily, I discovered Scarwork, which has done wonders for softening the scars, restoring feeling and greatly reducing the tugging. Andreea is superb, as is the clinic manager. Highly recommended.read more
Charlotte Love
21:00 29 Jan 19
Saw Stuart for nearly a year for physio on my hips, can't recommend him/physio for life enough. He was really knowledgeable, patient and explained things in ways that made sure I fully understood what the issue was and how to manage it. Most importantly he's given me the knowledge to manage any future symptoms on my own should I flare up!read more
Conor Southgate
19:47 29 Jan 19
Keval at Physio4life has been awesome in helping me through the recovery of my damaged ankle. His advice, guidance and encouragement have me back on my feet and excited for the next Marathon in April.
Being looked after by someone as good as Kev has made the whole injury process much easier, not to mention the great reception staff who have been so accommodating and helpful throughout
THANK you guys! Conorread more
Rebecca Young
13:53 13 Jan 19
I recently visited Physio4life for knee problems. Nathan is one of the most perceptive physios I’ve ever met. He identified my ailment quickly and was very clear with the exercises required. Nathan was always encouraging and put lots of effort into my recovery. He is just great at his job and always believed that I would recover fully. He was right, and within 2-3 months I was able to hike, surf and cycle. I am incredibly grateful that I saw him and consequently have been able to travel without limitations. Can absolutely recommend!read more
Gillian Robertson
10:57 13 Jan 19
Recently sought help for a sports injury in my hip which stopped me from running. Got an initial assessment appointment quickly and started a course of treatment with Eoghan. Eoghan got to the root of the problem straightaway and designed an exercise plan to increase strength, and I a now back running again. Eoghan and all the staff I met were very friendly and helpful and it was easy to get convenient appointment times. Highly recommended.read more
Richard Magnus
11:14 03 Jan 19
Having suffered with long term back problems going to Physio4Life has all but sorted me out. The initial physio was excellent but what has really helped is regular massage from Andreea Ivanov. She listens to the problems and understands exactly how to sort them. A really excellent clinic and staff, can’t recommend them highly enough.read more
Juliana TLU
22:02 10 Dec 18
Durante todo o tratamento senti muita segurança no trabalho de Kev. Ele se preocupou em explicar o que estávamos fazendo em cada sessão e como aquilo ajudaria na minha recuperação. Não só eu me livrei da dor, como recuperei a confiança para voltar a correr.
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During my treatment I felt very secure with Kev's work. He cared about explaining to me everything we were doing in each session and how that would help in my recovery. Not only I got rid of the pain, I also regained my confidence to run again.read more
Daniel Venn
19:37 11 Nov 18
Recently I've had a number of sessions for a torn hamstring with Lucy Sacarello. Lucy has bean brilliant getting me back on my feet and full time training. She's very knowledgeable, was great at explaining the ins and out of my injury to me and putting together a full plan to ensure I'll be ready for my next event in December. As a keen athlete herself she has also given me additional advice on conditioning to help me improve my future performance and help prevent injury. I would happily recommend Lucy to those need a physio. In fact I have already given one recommendation to a colleague I work with!read more
Maitreesh Ghatak
07:01 12 Oct 18
Had a great experience with Physio Nathan Arnold. I had five sessions with Nathan for back and neck pain. He is patient, an excellent listener, explains things very well including the science of it, and overall is a very nice and friendly person. His diagnosis of what was causing the problems and the exercises he taught me has put me in a much better shape in five weeks & given me the confidence that if I follow these, I can avoid the problems in the future. Recommend him very strongly!read more
david cox
13:12 11 Sep 18
Superb !!! Roxanne wove magic to rid me of acute pain . Service/ Similarly excellent. .On their web site I applied for a call back , this came one minute later and 2 hours later I had been healed and was on my way. Thank you very much .read more
Richard Lamming
13:50 07 Sep 18
Having struggled with pain and discomfort in my left lower leg for a fair while when trying even shorter runs, I went to Physio 4 Life on the recommendation of a friend. John Ross identified the issue quickly and took me through the short course of treatment in a brilliant manner, especially for someone very unfamiliar with sports medicine. A week after finishing my 4 sessions with John, I completed my first 10km run in 2 months. Very, very happy with the service, process and results, and would recommend them to anyone in London.read more
Cécile V
09:34 13 Aug 18
I had a shoulder injury for the better part of last year, went to see a first physio in another practice that didn't work out well at all. Arrived to Phyio4Life with caution and was so pleasantly surprised. John was amazing. He diagnosed the right cause straight away and from that built up a treatment plan for the next 12 weeks. I just has my last session yesterday and the shoulder looks good, recovered 100%. John was very professional, gave me useful exercises to do at home / gym, followed up on my progress. Really great place, very efficient team of physios.read more
Abi Graham
13:02 13 Jul 18
I injured my back two months ago and have had 4 physio sessions with Lucy. I couldn’t rave about her more. She made me feel comfortable from my first session to my last. Lucy helpfully saw what my problem was and guided me through my recovery with ease. She confidently explained what was happening with my back and how to target the pain with useful exercises. She was always cheerful and kind. I’m now feeling so much better and back to playing tennis again thanks to Lucy and Physio4life. Also the receptionists are so lovely here too. After a bit of a bumpy start mainly down to a bad reaction to codine, one kindly cleared my stomach contents up off the floor. Apologies again for that. If you want to see good, fast results and have a helpful physio guide you through, choose Lucy.read more
Danny Standing
11:29 11 Jul 18
Went in a few weeks back and saw Andreea. I wanted to free up my shoulder post surgery and was hugely surprised that she was also able to offer Scar Massage - something I’d never heard of. I let her do what she wanted/needed to do and was extremely happy. I’ve had a friend go since, with a different therapist and reported a great experience too.read more
Krishna Patel
08:30 06 Jun 18
I was very impressed by the expertise of everyone at the clinic. Runs pretty much like clockwork.
The reception staff are really friendly and always manage to find an appointment that suits me.
My physiotherapist Keval was very friendly and professional. He approached my injury with sympathy and reassurance.
I have only attended two sessions and already seeing an improvement in my pain and mobility thankfully.
Keval was also able to provide me with exercises that would strengthen my muscles and prevent further injury.
Great facilities all round, highly recommend them.read more
Sinita Sudra
17:20 05 Jun 18
Honestly cannot be more impressed with the service at physio4life. Ive had chronic back pain from such a young age. Had multiple different specialists help me with little progress but i was recommended by a friend to go and see keval. Not only was his advice gold. But honest and reliable. His treatments had me back at work full of life. He even found the true cause of my pain which no one was able to do. So not only just treating or managing the pain but he also has prevented any future reoccurence. Great service. Highly recommend !read more
Sean Turton
09:37 05 Jun 18
I cannot recommend this place highly enough, I’ve have been suffering serious lower back pain for a couple of months now from a life time of physically abusing my body…
I phoned up on Sunday morning and I was able to get a session with James in the afternoon, he gave me effective treatment and follow up exercises that has helped relieved the pain and increase mobility.
I will return for further treatment...
Awesome job James!
Thank you, Sean.read more
Lucy Eldridge
08:34 05 Jun 18
I cannot recommend physio4life and its staff enough. I have been treated for both Achilles problems and a dislocated shoulder over the past few years and each time I have been impressed by the expertise of the physios. The clinic is in a great location and the facilities are excellent. The reception staff are really friendly and always manage to find an appointment early morning or in the evening to fit in with work.read more
Andy Penniceard
08:12 05 Jun 18
Being a sporty family we need the use of a good physio and have been using Physio4life for over 10 years. They have excellent facilities great location and more importantly brilliant physios. My children and myself have benefited hugely from their expertise. I would highly recommend.read more
Amy Lau
15:08 04 Jun 18
Really professional, and the team always have my best interest and put my health and recovery first. Vicky Pitcher is absolutely awesome & insiightful, and I always feel much better after visiting her for my back injury.read more
Ana Rodriguez
23:04 24 May 18
I visited physio4life for a sports massage and highly recommend them. I saw Izabela for a shoulder pain I had for the longest time, and she was able to help me after my very first treatment ! The reception team were great and really friendly, my whole experience was definitely 5 stars. Thanks again !read more
Sharon Greyling
20:42 24 May 18
One of the best clinics I've been to. I've had issues with hypermobile EDS for years and managed to mess up my back this time around. I was booked in immediately with the osteopath Roxane who, aside from quickly sorting my back pain, was incredibly friendly and provided me with a lot of information as to how best to manage my hypermobility. I would 100% recommend this clinic and would certainly return again.read more
Defne Kazan
17:32 16 Apr 18
Great sports massage. Felt much better even after one. Looking forward to booking a second one
Debbie Does YouTube
19:51 13 Feb 18
I was referred here by my private health care provider for a lower back sports injury... my physio, Stuart knew exactly what he was talking about and reassured me we can get me back to playing netball and create a plan to prevent this injury from reoccurring.
Only had my initial assessment and already have exercises to work on and advise on what I can and can not do whilst in recovery.
Managed to get an appointment same day and my follow up just a few days later. Bonus they are open late and at weekends!!!!
I would recommend this to all my friends!read more
Ser E
12:21 25 Jan 18
Victoria is very professional, hard working, friendly and helpful. After just one session and following the recommended exercises the pain in my knee significantly subsided. I would like to thank Victoria again for being so brilliant and helpful.read more
Rosie Kilian
16:22 20 Jan 18
Convenient evening appointments, and intelligent professional and friendly treatment from Victoria that sorted out my headaches with a couple of appointments. 2 other family members have used this practice and also been extremely impressed.read more
Christine Wehrmeier
12:40 19 Dec 17
Best Physio Clinic & Sports Massages in London. I have been visiting Physio4Life for around 6 years and have had several physio treatments for back or leg issues which have always been really helpful. I also have regular sports massages just for my own wellbeing because they really help take away the tension built up by sitting in an office all day and I find them so relaxing. I have tried other clinics in London but quite frankly I have never found a clinic that is as professional and convenient to visit. All the therapists are highly trained and skilled and I think this clinic is another great reason to live in Putney!read more
Mike O'Connor
11:05 16 Dec 17
I was having headaches every day, was in a really bad place. Saw Hugo for a few sessions and the relief was enormous. The headaches subsided, I felt great. And what's best, I've been to physio's before where you feel as if there's no end to the tunnel, you'll always be going back and paying more money to get sessions every week for the rest of your life. But that wasn't how things work here. From the beginning there was a clear path to recovery, there was always an end goal - To relieve the headaches and give me the tools I needed to ensure they don't come back. Once that goal was achieved, Hugo said there was no need to come back unless something changed or I needed help. I really value that approach. Plus, Hugo is a super nice guy, always helps.read more
Jaclynn Mitchell
13:08 14 Dec 17
I was experiencing neck pain after a netball injury, which was preventing me from training/ playing. After being in pain for over a week, I went to see Hugo who was absolutely brilliant. He listened and assessed my injury and with his techniques I was over 50% recovered after just one session. Thanks Hugo for fixing my neck injury - I am so glad to be back playing netball!! :)read more
Emma Purslow
11:25 05 Dec 17
This place has completely saved me! A classical musician, I was forced to pull out of a concert midway through due to unexplained loss of feeling in my arm. I managed to get through to the wonderful receptionist at 9 30pm on a Friday night, who set me up with an appointment at 1pm the next day. I am now having regular appointments with Keval, who not only diagnosed me at the first appointment, has me back playing and performing again but also calmed me down with his professionalism and reassurance. Would recommend without reserve!read more
Frankie Griggs
14:00 22 Nov 17
I first visited Physio4Life in August after hurting my lower back. I rang in the morning and managed to get an appointment the same day. I saw Hugo who has helped so much! When I first went it hurt to walk and I could not bend my back at all without pain. I have seen Hugo 8 times now and my lower pain is so much better - I no longer have any pain.
I have also just started Pilates with Stasia to strengthen my back which I have found really good.
I would definitely recommend Physio4Life is anyone.read more
James Heaney
15:03 15 Nov 17
Cannot recommend this place highly enough. Did my back in due to bad posture at work, culminating in losing full mobility. Phoned on a Saturday and got an appointment early Monday morning. Was seen by Hugo and his level of service was outstanding. Very professional whilst being very friendly. Over 4 sessions gave me effective treatment with follow up exercises that have got me back to fighting form!read more
Sarah Wilson
18:34 04 Nov 17
December 2016 I had a terrible fall and severely hurt my ankle, after xrays, boot and crutches for an extended period of time I did make a good recovery, however I re injured it shortly after, not by doing much I hasten too add. I found myself in incredible pain and back on crutches and completely out of action! James helped me with my ankle by doing tapping , physio and prescribing me with some exercises with a resistance bands. I also had a bunch of others to do. Very rapidly I was pain free then after a few more sessions the tapping was removed and my ankle was mostly functional, just rather stiff. Now I am a good ankle shape, I dont even think about it, the stiffness went and I am completely pain free!! I still do my exercises as I accept it is an injury I will have to manage. James is an extremely knowledgeable and gifted physio who specialises in knees, toes and ankles!!! Thank-you so much James! I am booking an overland trip to Africa now.read more
Makis Voultepsis
12:58 12 Oct 17
A friend recommended me Physio4Life for sever back pain that I started having in the end of July. I was treated by Victoria who diagnosed my condition as cauda equina syndrome and urged me to immediately go to A&E.
Thanks to her timely diagnosis and the amazing treatment at the hospital I am still able to walk, as this condition can quickly leave someone paralyzed if it's not surgically treated.
Victoria has been treating me for my post-surgery recovery even since and has helped me to steadily get stronger over time. Both her and Hugo who also treated me for a short period are extremely knowledgeable and caring, and will patiently explain all the rehabilitation exercises.
Would definitely recommend going there!read more
Neil Arora
20:01 25 Sep 17
Highly recommend both Victoria pitcher and Chris Hughes. Both are kind, understanding and knowledgeable physios who make you feel at ease and get to the bottom of the issue and seek to treat the cause. Future patients you are in good hands!!read more
Olivia Thorneycroft
13:11 17 Sep 17
I would highly recommend Physio 4 Life. I needed physio for tendonitis in my foot and Hugo has been great. His impressive knowledge, treatment and range of home strengthening exercises have helped my foot enormously and gave me back the confidence I had lost when I was injured. Thank you!read more
David Redmond
12:25 04 Sep 17
Hugo really helped me with my back. He fixed my initial problem and identified other areas for improvement and gave me the exercises that would help me. My back is now better (and still improving) than it was before my injury. I won't hesitate to go back with any other problem. Thanks.read more
Sofi Newsham
07:02 08 Aug 17
I cannot speak highly enough of James. He's working so hard on fixing my running injury and getting me back to where I want to be. He's such a lovely, funny person who absolutely puts you at ease. The receptionists are also great, they remember who you are when you arrive and work efficiently. I would absolutely recommend anyone dealing with sports injury or looking for a recovery training plan go here.read more
Alexandra Phillips
10:54 06 Aug 17
I cannot recommend Physio4Life and Hugo highly enough! After several months of treatment following knee surgery, Hugo's attitude and confidence in my recovery made any slow progress that much easier to deal with. It was always a pleasure to be greeted by such a friendly reception team as well and, to be honest, I'm a little sad I'm back to full health and don't get to catch up with the great team there anymore!!read more
Simon Clothier
07:30 28 Jul 17
Twice weekly seshs here since March on an arduous recovery from challenging shoulder surgery. James is a fab and understanding physio, reception team (who always seem very happy & engaged) are superbly organised & highly efficient, quite the best I've experienced in the world of surgeries. Totally recommended.read more
Henry Bolton
15:57 12 Jul 17
James rehabilitated my ankle following a complex arthroscopy. His knowledge is really impressive, always knowing or quickly discovering the cause of pains and always ready with solutions. He was recommended by the surgeon and it is easy to see why. Now back long-distance running.read more
IzZyLiSciOuS
10:33 10 Jul 17
I cannot recommend this place enough! I had to be referred twice (back pain and then a very painful knee injury). Hugo took such good care of me and is such a cracking character that he made everything feel so easy and I was always confident in his approach and his treatment and recovery plan. Above all it was very effective! I have honestly never felt better in my life! Also the staff at reception is the nicest - they even remember people's names! Oh and there's free tea and coffee in reception :) so now I'm pain free and it's all thanks to Hugo! Thank you!read more
Andreas Pichlkostner
15:49 27 Jun 17
Had a great experience with the Physio 4 Life team over the past year. Everyone was always friendly and helpful. A special thank you to Hugo, he did everything he could possibly do to resolve my plantar fasciitis problem. I'd highly recommend them!read more
Jaime Irurzun
10:51 21 Jun 17
I've had a great experience with Physio4Life. Their physiotherapist Hugo Chinchilla has solved my lower back pain within 5 sessions. An excellent and very friendly professional I'd definitely recommend to anyone.read more
Mikaela Austin (Alumni)
10:02 12 May 17
James has been instrumental in making sure I return to play as soon as possible, being a professional netball athlete my feet are hugely important. James was able to diagnose various issues with my feet, and clearly explain how these could be modified with the orthotics he would mould for me.
He went above and beyond to provide the best service possible and I am eternally grateful.read more
Karen Archer
10:21 03 Mar 17
I use physio4life on two counts - James is a brilliant physiotherapist, knowledgeable, skilful (and humorous); and Dan runs an older persons' circuit training exercise class - great fun, and as accessible or challenging as you want to make itread more