Physiotherapy Centre
Our commitment to you
Our dedicated team at the Physiotherapy Centre will work with you to achieve your goals.
At initial consultation we take time to complete a fully comprehensive assessment, ensuring your treatment programme is specifically tailored for you. With no need to wait, you receive the right advice when you want it.
A view of our award-winning building designed to provide the best quality patient treatment and comfort.
Examples of some of the problems we treat:
- Neck/back pain
- Whiplash
- Tennis/Golfers Elbow
- Arthritis
- Pelvic pain in pregnancy
- Fibromyalgia
- Work related disorders
- After surgery
- Balance problems
- Tendonitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Post Fracture
Our services
Physiotherapy is a research-based discipline using expert knowledge of anatomy, physiology and movement, to promote the body’s natural healing.
Treatments include:
- Massage
- Electrotherapy
- Manipulation
- Exercise
Acupuncture is a Chinese technique of inserting fine needles into specific points to stimulate self healing and relieve pain. Treatment is sterile, safe and not painful.
For enquiries or to book an appointment with us:-
Call: 01428 647647
Email: therapy@holycross.org.uk
Please click here to download a price list
The Team
Karen Ford
I worked in many varied jobs across the world, including being a divemaster and plastic surgeons assistant, before sensibly settling down to complete my degree in Physiotherapy at Brighton University over 10 years ago. I worked for Brighton NHS for many years gaining experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, orthopaedic rehabilitation, hydrotherapy and had a special interest in women’s health working with pregnant ladies and those with continence issues. As part of my continuing professional development I have trained in acupuncture, which can be very successful when used alongside physiotherapy, in treating pain. I love the work I do and it’s a privilege to be able to use my professional knowledge to enable people to reach their potential. At present I am away on maternity leave, but will be back in late summer to return to what I do best.
Manuela Maxwell
I was born and raised in South Africa where I also gained my degree in Human Movement Science and an honours degree in Biokinetics otherwise known as exercise and sport rehabilitation. I did a two year internship in a Rehabilitation and Exercise Clinic which completed my qualification as a Biokineticist. I came to England in 2003 and gained 6 years hydrotherapy experience working in a rehabilitation hospital in Buckinghamshire. I love working with people, especially in rehabilitation as I am passionate about helping people gain their ability to improve their function. Seeing individuals improve their general well being is very rewarding. I am a very keen, dedicated triathlete and I believe that through my own experience and knowledge of working and training hard, I am able to understand what it takes to achieve a goal, and therefore I can apply this to the work I do.
Richard Lopez
I qualified with a degree in Physiotherapy from York St John University in 2005 and also previously completed a degree in Sports Science and Human Biology. I gained knowledge and experience in Physiotherapy working in a private hospital in York predominantly with orthopaedic and musculo-skeletal patients. Since then I have had varied experiences with different patient groups working within the NHS, the ministry of defence and I have also spent a year working in a private clinic and practicing Clinical Pilates in Australia. I was previously involved with a rugby club and have a keen interested in sports injuries. I am able to treat a wide variety of musculo-skeletal conditions and use a combination of manual therapy, exercise therapy, electrotherapy, acupuncture and hydrotherapy in my treatment. I enjoy my work and find it extremely rewarding in helping patients to achieve their goals. I am a keen sportsman and play competitive football and cricket. I also enjoy playing golf and tennis socially and other hobbies include playing the guitar, socialising and listening to live music.
Yaasmin Gabriel
I qualified with a Bachelors degree in Physiotherapy from Dr. M.G.R University in South India. I did my internship in diverse areas including orthopaedics, neurology and paediatrics. Following my undergraduate qualification I developed a special interest in Cardio-respiratory physiotherapy and completed my Post Graduate Diploma in Cardio Pulmonary Rehabilitation from Manipal University, India.
I came to the United Kingdom in 2006 and obtained my Health Professions Council registration to practice as a Chartered Physiotherapist. I have worked at Holy Cross Hospital for over a year and a half and have furthered my knowledge in Musculo-skeletal physiotherapy, Neurological Rehabilitation and Aquatic Therapy. I endeavour to use my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to aid patients in achieving their treatment goals. Outside of work my passions are travelling and music. I am also fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam.
