August 2021
Receptionist / Administrator Vacancy
We’re Hiring!
We are looking for an afternoon and evening receptionist / administrator for our private physiotherapy clinic, based in Aylesbury.
Applicants must be approachable, confident and friendly, with excellent computer skills, good communication skills […]
Hypermobility
Hypermobility
Written by: Gabrielle Jackson
Description
Joint hypermobility is a term used to describe a joint or joints which have the capability to move beyond the ‘normal’ available range. Hypermobility is a description, not a […]
July 2021
Book Online Now!
Online Booking Now Available!
We are delighted to announce our new 24/7 accessible online booking system.
Our new and current patients will be able to book online at any time, with full view of our […]
June 2021
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Written by: Gabrielle Jackson, Edited by: Faye Appleby
Description
Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ECSWT) works as an acoustic wave, carrying energy to painful areas within the soft tissue. The machine has a bullet […]
May 2021
Blood Flow Restriction Training
Blood Flow Restriction Training
Written by: Nicola Kennedy
Description
Blood flow restriction (BFR) is a safe alternative type of treatment which we use at Elite. The training style involves low intensity exercise through occlusion, (reducing […]
Feedback Friday!
#FeedbackFriday
Thank you! We have been overwhelmed by the amazing support of our patients, colleagues, and staff during such unprecedented times. Positively, the past few months have been so busy for us, and we […]
April 2021
Acupuncture and Dry Needling
Acupuncture and Dry Needling
Written by: Gabrielle Jackson and Faye Appleby
What is it?
Acupuncture and dry needling are treatments that involve inserting short, thin, filiform needles through the skin at specific points on the […]
March 2021
Vale Life Article – March 2021
Running
Written by: Andy McCrea
Elite’s Running Analysis
During the pandemic two major trends have affected our day to day work at Elite. Firstly, an increase in neck and back pain from poor postures when […]
COMING SOON!
Force Plate Technology
Thanks to VALD Performance we are soon to be set-up with our new force plates in clinic. Nick from VALD came to give the physiotherapist’s a full training session on the benefits […]
Andy McCrea PG Cert MSK Ultrasound
Congratulations!
We are celebrating the fantastic news of our Clinical Director Andy McCrea passing his PG Cert Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography qualification. Andy has followed in the footsteps of his fellow director and colleague Paul Thawley. […]
Matwork Pilates
Matwork Pilates
Written by: Nicola Kennedy
Description
Pilates is a low impact alternative for body conditioning. It was originally developed in the early 20thCentury by Joseph Pilates. Joseph was born in Germany in 1880 and […]
February 2021
Strength and Conditioning (S&C)
Strength and Conditioning
Written by: Tom Stainer
Strength and conditioning has shown to reduce sports injuries by a third, and overuse injuries by 50%. Comparatively, stretching reduces risk of injury by 4%. Alongside monitoring […]
Manual Therapy & Soft Tissue Techniques
Manual Therapy and Soft Tissue Techniques
Written by: Faye Appleby
17 February 2021
Description
Manual therapy is a treatment option and service we offer at Elite Physical Medicine, it is defined as ‘skilled hand movements […]
Paul and Andy – Ashfold School Webinar
Managing The Adolescent Athlete
Written by: Faye Appleby, Edited by: Andy McCrea
8th February 2021
Today, Paul and Andy, our Clinical Directors, have been showing off their virtual webinar skills (loosely!) for […]
Vale Life Article – January 2021
Has your surgery been delayed or cancelled due to COVID-19?
Written by: Andy McCrea and Gabrielle Jackson
The past 12 months has seen a huge stress on healthcare systems and […]
January 2021
Muscle Strength Testing
Muscle Strength Testing
Written by: Gabrielle Jackson, Edited by: Faye Appleby
29th January 2021
At Elite Physical Medicine, a crucial part of your treatment plan, usually involves regular muscle testing.
Muscle testing is where the […]
Tom Stainer our Honorary Lecturer
Congratulations to Tom, one of our physiotherapists, who has started his journey and passion in lecturing.
Tom has recently been teaching about outcome measures that are used in rehabilitation for junior doctors studying BSci Sports […]
May 2020
(updated 4th January 2021) OPEN for new and existing patients
As a healthcare provider we are able to remain OPEN for new and existing patients for face to face and online consultations throughout lockdown.
Elite Physical Medicine: Re-opening of our Aylesbury clinic
Following guidance from NHS England and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy we are pleased to announce that we shall be able to offer ‘face to face’ consultations, where clinically appropriate […]