Ford Physiotherapy Clinic

Ford Physiotherapy Clinic treats musculoskeletal problems, pain and rehabilitation needs. Conditions named by the clinic include repetitive strain injury, muscle weakness or imbalance, osteoarthritis, back pain, sciatica and nerve pain, shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, nerve impingement, hip, knee and ankle pain or injuries, neck problems, jaw pain, Bell's palsy, headaches, long-term pain, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, recovery of movement after fracture, gait re-education, postural re-education, hand problems, decreased bone density and orthopaedic problems.

Its physiotherapy treatments may include soft tissue massage, electrotherapy, ultrasound, interferential, VMS, EMG, TENS, spinal mobilisation, exercise therapy, a pain management programme, rehabilitation advice, advice on a safe return to sport, muscle imbalance rehabilitation and core stability work. The clinic also offers sports massage, relaxation massage, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy, known as PEMF, vibration training or whole body vibration, shockwave therapy and kinesiology re-taping.

Tammi Cattell-Ford opened the clinic in 2005 after qualifying with a BSc Hons in Physiotherapy from the University of Hertfordshire. She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Her stated clinical focus is musculoskeletal physiotherapy, with postgraduate training in Pilates, traction therapy, foot biomechanics, shoulder, knee and spinal manipulation and mobilisation, and whiplash-related injuries.

The physiotherapist's stated interests include Pulsed Electromagnetic Energy Field Therapy, chronic conditions including arthritic problems, complicated fractures, scar tissue adhesions and connective tissue problems. Physiotherapy assessment includes discussion of medical history and medication, examination of the affected area, then discussion and agreement of treatment options before treatment starts.

Care is provided in clinic, with early morning, late evening and Saturday appointments stated by the practice. Facilities are on a ground floor level with easy access treatment rooms, and parking is available. Children can be treated at the clinic, and patients under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during treatment. The clinic states that it is recognised by most insurance companies, and that some private healthcare providers may require a GP referral in advance.