Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network - Farsley Clinic

MFHT

Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist.

Nigel qualified in 2008 having studied for a ITEC diploma at The Leeds Central College. Nigel was rewarded student of the year at the end of his studies and went on to practice Sports Massage throughout the Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network, also practicing on a mobile basis, ensuring that treatments are available for all. Nigel has built up a good professional reputation having practiced on a wide variety of sports clients, as well as clients from everyday life, ensuring a high standard of treatment and maintenance of fitness and wellbeing.

Becca qualified from Brunel University in West London in 2005. Having worked for 6 ½ years in a large London teaching hospital, she moved up to Leeds and joined Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network. Attendance on numerous post-grad courses has enhanced her manual therapy skills, she is fully qualified in acupuncture and has great experience in managing musculoskeletal conditions. Working with a rugby team in London added to her skills in the treatment and rehab of sports injuries.

Stacey qualified with a BSc (Hons) degree in Physiotherapy from Queen Margaret College in Edinburgh in 1996. She has been based as a physiotherapist in Leeds for the last 13 years working at senior level in the NHS Leeds Musculoskeletal Service. Stacey has good experience of working with patients with both acute and chronic conditions and helped develop a gym based rehabilitation programme for patients with chronic low back pain. She is a highly skilled manual therapist having undertaken many post-graduate courses to develop her skills.

Clare qualified in 2003 as a physiotherapist from the University of Huddersfield, since then she has undertaken several musculoskeletal courses to further develop her knowledge and manual therapy skills, and she is also fully qualified in acupuncture. She is a qualified Pilates instructor with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI), and has undertaken training with Fit Back and Bumps to provide antenatal and postnatal education and exercises. Clare has been studying at the University of Bradford for a Masters in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and is close to completing these studies. Experience Since qualifying Clare has progressed her career at Bradford Teaching hospitals NHS trust, to become a senior physiotherapist specialising in musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. Alongside this she has also worked at the Nuffield hospital in Huddersfield in orthopaedics and out-patient clinics, as well as another private physiotherapy clinic before joining the Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network in 2011. Clare also teaches Pilates classes, including ante and postnatal classes. Away from work Clare enjoys maintaining her fitness levels at the gym, and socialising with family and friends.

Carol qualified as a Physiotherapist from the Leeds Metropolitan University in 1999 and initially worked within the NHS for 2 years, covering several clinical areas, before working privately at the BUPA hospital (now Spire) Roundhay Hall. Carol also holds a Diploma in Sports Injuries from Sheffield Hallam University. Carol also has a special interest in acupuncture treatment for pain relief and is fully registered with AACP. Carol is also a qualified pilates instructor. Experience Carol has extensive experience in Musculoskeletal physiotherapy and sports injuries having worked as the Academy Physiotherapist at Castleford Tigers RFL for several years. Carol has a special interest in acupuncture treatment for pain relief and soft tissue treatment. In her spare time Carol enjoys running, spin, hot hatha yoga and has a special interest in minimalist running techniques

Tomas qualified as a Physiotherapist from the University of Nottingham in 2006 and has continued his studies to Masters level at the University of Bradford. Tomas is also fully qualified to coach Rugby Union, Rugby League, Hockey and Tennis as well as being a qualified YMCA Gym Instructor. Tomas started working as a physiotherapist at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and progressed to a senior level within Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust. Experience Tomas has extensive experience in acute rehabilitation including spinal and sports injuries and is currently undertaking an MSc in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (advanced techniques) at the University of Bradford. He is also the Yorkshire RFU Physiotherapist for the U16's and the Leodiensian RFU Physiotherapist. In his spare time Tomas is a keen sportsman, playing Rugby Union and Rugby League. He also undertakes occasional furniture restoration projects and travels when time allows.

Simon qualified as a physiotherapist at Huddersfield University in 2003. He has since achieved qualifications to Masters level in spinal disorders and is Mckenzie accredited. Simon is also fully qualified in acupuncture (AACP registered) and is a qualified fitness instructor. Experience Simon worked as a Physiotherapist in the Bradford NHS Foundation Trust and progressed to work as a Senior Physiotherapist within Dewsbury’s Mid Yorkshire Trust musculoskeletal department specialising in shoulder injuries. Simons special interest in sports injuries led him to work as the lead physiotherapist for Halifax RLFC and Keighley Cougars RLFC and for the past five years Simon has worked as the head Physiotherapist for Super League’s Wakefield Trinity Wildcats. In 2012 Simon was the physiotherapist for the Exiles Rugby League team and we are proud to say Simon is the official physiotherapist for the Fiji 2013 Rugby League World Cup team. Prior to becoming a physiotherapist, for nine years Simon earned his living as a professional Rugby League player, playing for Keighley Cougars, Bramley, Sheffield Eagles and York City Knights.

Qualifications BSc Physiotherapy Hons MSc Musculoskeletal Practice Certified Pilates Instructor -Australian Physiotherapy Pilates Institute Qualified in Acupuncture – AACP Experience Worked at Bradford Teaching Hospitals until 2011 with extensive experience in spinal, upper and lower limb injury diagnosis and rehabilitation. Currently working at York and Selby NHS as a Physiotherapy Team Leader with a special interest in upper limb dysfunction. I have worked with YPN since 2008.

Chris graduated from the University of Birmingham with a BSc (Hons) degree in Sport and Exercise Sciences. He then completed a BSc (Hons) degree in physiotherapy at the University of Salford, and as part of his ongoing development was admitted to the degree of MSc (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) at the University of Bradford in 2009. Chris is also a fully qualified Acupuncture practitioner and is registered with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP). Experience Chris has been employed within the NHS at Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust since qualifying, and has progressed to heading a team of nine staff in their Orthopaedic Gymnasium, providing sports injury and Orthopaedic rehabilitation services. As part of his leadership role in the NHS, Chris has worked alongside Bradford’s Orthopaedic surgeons to develop a number of post-operative rehabilitation protocols, based on the latest research evidence. He also provides Orthopaedic Triage services, assessing patients to refer into the soft tissue knee and ankle surgical services. In 2010, Chris opened his own Physiotherapy clinic in Huddersfield – North Light Physiotherapy – which has since provided Physiotherapy services in the surrounding areas. Chris joined Yorkshire County Cricket Club (YCCC) for the 2013 season, working alongside former club Physiotherapist and school friend Scot McAllister. Prior to joining YCCC, Chris began to develop strong links with local cricket, with North Light Physiotherapy primarily providing services to Thongsbridge CC of the Drakes Huddersfield League.

Tony qualified as a Physiotherapist from the University of Bradford in 2003. Tony has since studied at Masters level also at University of Bradford. Tony has worked at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Trust since qualifying and currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist specialising in Complex Spinal Conditions and Spinal Chronic Pain. For the past 7 years Tony has worked as Head Physiotherapist for Dewsbury Rams Rugby League Club. Outside of work Tony enjoys exercising and spending quality time with his wife and 3 young children.