At United Health we specialise in three areas;
Physiotherapy: The assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries including:
- Work and sports injuries including golf, football, cricket, swimming and hockey
- Tension headaches
- Joint and muscle stiffness
- Joint and muscle strains and sprains
- Arthritis
- Ligament and tendon injuries
- Postural problems
- Pre and post surgery orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Poor core stability/strength
- Back pain, neck pain, whiplash, prolapsed disc, sciatica
- Pregnancy and postpartum Physiotherapy
Ergonomics: A multi-disciplinary subject that focuses on how to maximise people’s health, safety and comfort through appropriate design and health strategies. As well as assessing and advising on workplace layout and design we can provide task specific Manual Handling training, ergonomics awareness training and set up computer workstations to avoid neck, arm and back pain. These services help employers to comply with Health and Safety legislation.
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Occupational Health Physiotherapy: Physiotherapy treatment for work caused/aggravated conditions including rehabilitation at the workplace. This also includes fitness for work (functional capacity assessments) and advising the workplace on how to manage injuries at work. Risk assess the workplace and advise on solutions to reduce risks identified.
We can advise employers how long someone may need take to rehabilitate and generic rehabiliation pathways can be provided to the workplace management so that there are clear time frames for rehabilitation to refer to.
We work with two local Occupational Health providers in the Canterbury area so that if you wish to build a more comprehensive service for your employees we can introduce services including Clinical Psychologists, fitness trainers, nurses and GP’s.
Physiotherapy and philosophy of treatment
Physiotherapy is the scientific discipline of enhancing and restoring movement and function. Physiotherapy is very different to chiropractic or osteopathic treatment which are complementary alternative treatments.
You will be provided with a clear explanation of your diagnosis and treatment plan, including empowering you to help treat and manage the problem at home. This is achieved through prescribed exercise, a rehabilitation plan and injury prevention advice. It is worth remembering that the treatment received in any clinic can only do so much and you must have the tools to help progress your treatment yourself, without this treatment can take longer and be less satisfactory.
Why come to us?
- No waiting lists.
- Competitive rates and proven track record.
- No referral needed, you can come straight to us without seeing your doctor. If we feel you need to see your doctor with your consent we can write to them.
- Flexible clinic hours.
- Convenient clinic locations in Deal, Sandwich and Canterbury.
At United Health we pride ourselves on offering the very best level of treatment. You will always receive 100% attention throughout your appointment i.e. you will not be left while another patient is seen and you will have one therapist throughout your treatment plan.
We offer a specialised service in musculoskeletal medicine. We do not claim to be experts in all issues and do not treat all conditions i.e. respiratory conditions or paediatric cases and therefore you can be reassured that the treatment and advice you receive from us will be of the highest possible level.
If you require further assessment or treatment i.e. an MRI scan or assessment with a consultant then a written referral will be completed (with your consent). As a clinician it is important to recognise when your patient may require other treatment and not to treat someone over countless sessions if they are not responding.
All assessments and treatments are carried out by UK trained Chartered Physiotherapists, who are registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC) and The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).
Treatments offered
- Manipulation
- Mobilisation (joint and muscle)
- Home exercise programme
- Pilate’s exercise programme
- Gym and sports rehabilitation and training advice
- Injury prevention advice and long term injury prevention strategies
- Electrotherapy (this is used in a limited capacity when clinically indicated as a complement to treatment)
About the lead physiotherapists
Sarah Verrion – Physiotherapist & Ergonomist BSc Physio, MSc Ergo, MCSP, SRP
Sarah trained as a physiotherapist in the UK and has over 13 years experience. She worked at The Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital and The Spencer Wing in Thanet before working in Australia and New Zealand within private clinics and industrial settings including Toyota and Melbourne airport. Sarah returned to the area and continues to work with Pfizer’s and other local industry and co-founded the United Health clinic in 2010. She specialises in musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, Occupational Health and Ergonomics.
Angela Sabine – Physiotherapist Grad Dip Phys, MCSP, SRP
Angela has over 20 years of experience. She spent the first 6 years in the NHS before she worked in private hospitals in South London and Tunbridge Wells. The last seven years she has worked in the Occupational Health Department at Pfizer in Sandwich. She has gained extensive experience in dealing with a musculoskeletal problems including back and neck pain, as well as sports injuries. For the last 7 years she has also been carrying out workplace assessments and addressing Ergonomic issues in the workplace.
Useful Links
Charted Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) W: www.csp.org.uk T: 020 7306 6666
Health Professions Council (HPC) W: www.hpc-uk.org T: 020 7582 0866
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