Physiotherapy

Welcome to Pennington Health. Expert, hands‑on physiotherapy designed to relieve pain, improve movement and support long‑term recovery.

Comprehensive Assessments & Diagnosis

Musculoskeletal Assessment & Diagnosis

A thorough, evidence-based physical evaluation to identify the true root cause of your pain, injury, or discomfort.

Workplace & Ergonomic Assessments

Proactive occupational health advice and adjustments to reduce repetitive strain, optimise your workspace, and prevent desk-based injuries.

Manual & Physical Therapies

Manual Therapy

Targeted, hands-on techniques - including joint mobilisations (graded pressure applied to limbs and the spine) and gentle joint manipulations - to reduce stiffness, facilitate normal movement, and alleviate localised pain.

Soft Tissue & Myofascial Release

Dedicated sports massage and targeted deep tissue work focusing on muscles, ligaments, and tendons to relieve tension, reduce spasms, and stimulate localised healing.

Acupuncture

Administered at Pennington Health by a specialist, postgraduate-trained physiotherapist following strict hygiene protocols. Using ultra-fine needles, this treatment helps block pain signals, soothe nerve discomfort, and support the body's natural recovery process for chronic back, neck, and muscular pain.

Therapeutic Taping

From rigid structural taping for joint stability (such as finger or knee sprains) to dynamic K-Tape for muscle strains, specialised taping techniques can help reduce pain and support your body while it heals.

Rehabilitation & Exercise Prescriptions

Exercise Rehabilitation Programmes

Pennington Health is built on the philosophy that 'motion is lotion.' Tailored exercise rehabilitation is at the core of the practice, specifically designed to restore your strength, mobility, and long-term functional health.

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

Highly guided, phased recovery programmes following major orthopaedic operations, including joint replacements, ACL reconstructions, rotator cuff repairs, and spinal surgeries.

On-Site Gym Facilities

Featuring a modern, well-equipped exercise space right here at Pennington Health, giving you the perfect environment to perfect your rehabilitation plan under expert guidance.

Advanced Modalities & Electrotherapy

Ultrasound Therapy

Utilising targeted ultrasonic sound waves to penetrate deep tissues, aiding in the reduction of internal swelling, bruising, and acute ligament injuries.

Physiotherapy Pricing

60-minute new patient assessment

Comprehensive and tailored initial assessment to understand your needs, symptoms and goals

30-minute standard follow-up

60-minute extended follow-up

Conditions Treated

At Pennington Health, treatment focuses on the body as a whole, addressing both acute injuries and long-term degenerative conditions. Whether your pain stems from an injury, everyday wear-and-tear, or workplace strain, you will receive the targeted support needed to help you move freely again.

Upper Body & Joint Conditions

Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

A painful condition causing severe restriction of movement that can easily last 1–3 years if left untreated. Target areas of care include breaking the cycle of stiffness, reducing constant pain, and helping you regain a normal sleep schedule.

Rotator Cuff & Shoulder Injuries

Whether you are suffering from a tear, tendonitis, or shoulder bursitis (inflammation of the protective, friction-reducing fluid sacs), the focus is on optimising shoulder mechanics to restore comfortable lifting and arm movement.

Tennis Elbow & Golfer’s Elbow (Epicondylitis)

Overuse or degeneration of the forearm tendons where they attach to the elbow bone can make simple tasks like gripping, twisting, and lifting highly painful. Targeted clinical intervention works to decrease this inflammation and rebuild forearm strength.

Wrist & Hand Issues

From acute joint sprains to chronic conditions like De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis (pain and swelling at the base of the thumb caused by repetitive gripping) and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (numbness, tingling, and pins-and-needles caused by compression of the median nerve in the wrist passage).

Spine, Neck, & Back Pain

Lower Back and Neck Pain

As the most common causes of musculoskeletal discomfort, back and neck pain can stem from postural strain, disc issues, or joint stiffness. Targeted physiotherapy combines hands-on manual therapy with tailored exercise to relieve acute spasm, restore spinal mobility, and prevent future recurrences.

Sciatica & Trapped Nerves

Compression or irritation of a nerve root in the spine can cause sharp, radiating pain, numbness, or tingling down the leg or arm. Targeted clinical management focuses on decompressing the nerve, relieving acute nerve pain, and restoring normal, pain-free mobility.

Whiplash & Acceleration-Deceleration Injuries

Whiplash injuries often result in neck pain, reduced range of motion, and headaches following sudden impact. Clinical care focuses on controlled movement, pain relief, and progressive rehabilitation to prevent long-term stiffness and restore full function.

Cervicogenic Headaches

Cervicogenic headaches are secondary headaches that originate from underlying stiffness or dysfunction in the joints and muscles of the upper neck. Targeted physical treatment addresses this root cause by restoring natural upper cervical mobility, relieving muscular tension, and breaking the headache cycle.

Spondylosis & Spinal Changes

Age-related spinal changes, such as dehydrated discs, degenerative disc disease, or spinal arthritis, can compromise the spine's natural shock-absorption. Our focus is on relieving the surrounding muscular pressure and preserving your mobility.

Scoliosis Management

Managing curvature of the spine requires specific care. Through specialised, targeted exercises, we help balance your musculature, manage symptoms, and improve daily comfort.

Lower Body & Extremities

Hip and Knee Conditions

Whether managing localised joint degeneration or recovering from an acute sporting injury, hip and knee pain can severely limit daily activity. Focused clinical care combines hands-on symptom relief with progressive strengthening to protect the joints and delay or prevent the need for surgical intervention.

Ankle Instability & Sprains

Whether recovering from a fresh ligament sprain or dealing with a persistent feeling of the ankle 'giving way,' proper rehabilitation is vital. Focused clinical care utilises progressive loading and specialised balance retraining to stabilise the joint, rebuild lateral ankle strength, and restore confident movement.

Plantar Fasciitis / Fasciopathy

Severe heel pain caused by stress on the strong band of tissue along the sole of your foot. Targeted physical management addresses foot mechanics and reduces localised inflammation so you can walk, run, and step out of bed without pain.

Systemic, Sports, & Workplace Health

Rheumatological Conditions

For conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis, individualised care focuses on suppressing inflammation, protecting joint longevity, and preserving mobility to ensure daily independence and an active lifestyle.

Sports Injury Management

From simple strains to complex traumatic tears, tailored athletic rehabilitation is provided that doesn't just heal the injury but builds you back stronger to safely return to your sport.

Work-Related & Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)

Desk setups and repetitive physical tasks can cause long-term strain on the musculoskeletal system. Focused care addresses current occupational injuries and provides practical, proactive strategies to prevent recurrence.

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