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Lynne Linton11:56 12 Jun 19Sarah, thank you so much for seeing me so quickly. Will see you after my op for more treatment
Alice Monk11:29 04 Jun 19Sarah carried out a bespoke workshop on back care for a corporate client and has received great feedback. She was professional and courteous throughout the process and we wouldn't hesitate to use her again.
Shirley Brooks14:44 21 Jun 18Sarah is a superb Physio. I have seen her on a number of occasions with back/neck pains and more recently severe migraines. Sarah manage to resolve all of my problems and get me set with exercises to follow up with. Always professional and kind. Shirley
Jonathan Kerr18:43 20 Jun 18I had Sarah’s services recommended to me after having on going neck issues. Sarah undertook a course of treatment that was able to fit in around my cycling even highlighting exercises I could do when on my bike!! Or when stopped. My neck is now much better and would and do recommend United Health to people with physio needs.
Simon Bennett09:42 07 Mar 18I engaged Sarah at United Health following a protracted process with my GP and Consultant around pain in my lumber spine. Sarah's thorough process from initial consultation to focused treatment helped quickly identify and improve my symptoms. The service Sarah delivers is first rate, very professional but also very personal, she is very much focused on resolving your issue.I would not hesitate in recommending her to anyone seeking Physiotherapy services.
Category Archives: Sports injuries
Sports injuries: Top 10 preventative measures
1. Start off slowly and pace yourself – This is often a common problem, it is very easy to get carried away and overdo it on the first session. Whatever exercise/training you are doing make sure you start off slowly … Continue reading
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Ash Physiotherapy
At United Health we provide a local service for local people. Our conveniently located clinic in Sandwich Leisure Centre services the nearby areas including Ash, Wingham, Ramsgate, Margate, Broadstairs (Thanet), Sturry and Preston among others. We offer Physiotherapy assessments and … Continue reading
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Knee pain – Cyclists and runners
A common problem for cyclists, mountain bikers and runners is Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome. Symptoms of ITB syndrome can include; Pain at or around the lateral epicondyle of the femur (on the outside of the knee) Pain at or around the lateral (side) … Continue reading
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Tennis injuries – Sandwich Leisure Centre Physiotherapist
With Wimbledon only a few weeks away, the tennis season has well and truly started.Each year we see a number of patients who sustain injuries on the tennis court. Two-thirds of tennis injuries are due to overuse and the other … Continue reading
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Want to improve your running…then read on
The rear foot elevated split squat (RFESS) is one of the best exercises for runners. It increases the strength of the gluteus (buttock) and hamstring (back of thigh) muscles that are essential for improved performance. To perform the exercise: Place … Continue reading
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Tennis elbow (lateral elbow pain)
Lateral elbow pain is a common and often frustrating presentation amongst Tennis players as well as other sports people and DIY enthusiasts. It has been historically termed “tennis elbow” or “extensor tendinosis”. What is it? Tennis elbow causes pain on … Continue reading
Knee pain….runners beware
Knee pain is probably the most common injury complaint amongst runners. This isn’t surprising as forces of up to 550% of body weight pass through the joint when running! Common Running Knee Injuries IT Band Syndrome The IT band is … Continue reading
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Mountain biking injuries – Commons issues and ways to manage them
Introduction Mountain biking has increased in popularity over recent years and with this we have seen an increase in the injuries associated with this great sport. Mountain biking involves off road riding over tracks with variable surface conditions. The high … Continue reading
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Golf – play without back pain
Back injuries are the bane of a golfer’s existence. They are the most common golf injury, mostly due to overuse. The rotational forces on the back from the golf swing are equal to more than eight times normal body weight … Continue reading
Running tips
Running tips Are you a seasoned runner training for a marathon or a novice who has decided to increase their activity and fitness levels? Whatever your running ability it is important to ensure that your training is designed in a … Continue reading
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Golfing injuries
Common injuries The most common injuries in golf are back injuries. Most of these injuries are simply muscle or ligament strains that usually get better in a few weeks. Changing technique and equipment can help golfers with chronic (long-term) back … Continue reading
Local running club – Sandwich
Do you want to get fit? Do you want to find like minded people to train with? Then Fleet Feet running club may be the place for you. If you are over 18 years old and wish to train Fleet … Continue reading
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Acute Injury Management
Acute (New) Injury Management The guidelines for the treatment of injuries to the body’s soft tissue, known as the P.R.I.C.E. guidelines. Injury to the soft tissue of the body is a major cause of pain and disability and this clinical guideline sets … Continue reading
Skiing and snow boarding injury prevention
Skiing and Snow Boarding The ski and boarding season is here and over the coming months many of you will venture out to the slopes. Without training joints and muscles are easily injured (particularly the lower limb) which can be … Continue reading
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