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Rehabilitation
Sports Therapy
Personal Training
Achilles Tendinopathy (Achilles Heel Pain)
What is Achilles Tendinopathy?
Achilles tendinopathy is a condition that causes pain and tightness in the tendon at the back of your ankle. It often affects runners and active individuals, but it can also happen to anyone who’s recently increased their activity or is wearing unsupportive footwear.
What You Might Notice
- Pain near the heel or lower calf
- Stiffness, especially first thing in the morning
- Swelling or thickening of the tendon
- Pain when walking, running or climbing stairs
How I Treat Achilles Heel Pain
At VitalCare in Bournemouth, I’ll work with you to understand what’s causing the issue and build a tailored treatment plan to help you recover. Your care might include:
- Hands-on therapy to reduce tightness and improve mobility
- Gradual loading exercises to rebuild tendon strength
- Postural and gait assessments to correct any imbalances
- Advice on footwear, warm-ups and activity modification
I’ll guide you step by step, making sure the plan fits your life—and helps you move forward with confidence.
Take the first step—book your session with me today.
Dry Needling
What is Dry Needling?
Dry needling is a targeted technique I use to treat muscle pain and dysfunction. It involves inserting very fine, sterile needles into trigger points—tight bands of muscle that can cause pain, limit movement, or refer discomfort to other areas of the body.
Although it looks similar to acupuncture, dry needling is based on modern anatomical and neurological science, not traditional Chinese medicine.
What Can Dry Needling Help With?
I use dry needling at VitalCare in Bournemouth as part of an integrated treatment plan to support people with a wide range of conditions, including:
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Lower back pain and sciatica
- Headaches and migraines
- Tendinopathies (e.g. tennis elbow, Achilles pain)
- Sports injuries and muscle imbalances
- Postural tightness from long hours sitting or desk work
How I Use It in Treatment
Dry needling is never a standalone fix—I always use it alongside other hands-on techniques, rehabilitation exercises, and education to get the best results. The needles help to:
- Reduce muscle tension and pain
- Improve blood flow and healing in the area
- Restore normal movement and function
I’ll explain everything clearly before we begin, and we’ll only proceed if you’re comfortable. Most people find the treatment tolerable, and many feel a noticeable improvement from the first session.
Curious about how dry needling could help you? Book a session with me and let’s explore the right approach together.
Epicondylitis (Tennis Elbow / Golfer’s Elbow)
What is Epicondylitis?
Epicondylitis is a common overuse injury affecting the tendons around the elbow. You might know it as Tennis Elbow (outside of the elbow) or Golfer’s Elbow (inside of the elbow). It can affect anyone—not just athletes—especially those who perform repetitive hand or wrist movements.
Common Symptoms
- Pain or tenderness around the elbow
- Discomfort when lifting, gripping or twisting
- Weakness in the hand or forearm
- Stiffness, particularly in the morning
How I Can Help
At VitalCare in Bournemouth, I take a hands-on, personalised approach to treating epicondylitis. I start by listening carefully to your symptoms and assessing how your condition is affecting your daily life. Your treatment plan may include:
- Manual therapy to ease pain and improve mobility
- Specific exercises to strengthen and protect the forearm
- Advice on posture, movement patterns and ergonomic adjustments
- Taping or bracing support where needed
My goal is to help you recover fully, reduce your pain, and prevent the problem from coming back.
Let’s get you back to doing what you love – Book an appointment with me today.
Radio Frequency Rehabilitation Treatment
What is Radio Frequency Therapy?
Radio Frequency (RF) therapy is a non-invasive treatment I use to help relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body’s natural healing process. It works by delivering controlled radio wave energy deep into soft tissues, which gently heats the area and stimulates blood flow, collagen production, and tissue repair.
This makes RF therapy especially effective for both acute injuries and chronic conditions.
What Can It Help With?
At VitalCare in Bournemouth, I use radio frequency therapy as part of a broader approach for:
- Muscle and joint pain
- Tendonitis and bursitis
- Sports injuries
- Chronic inflammation
- Scar tissue and soft tissue adhesions
- Post-surgical recovery
How I Use It in Your Treatment Plan
I integrate RF therapy into your personalised treatment plan to complement manual therapy and rehabilitation exercises. The warmth from the radio frequency waves helps:
- Relax tight muscles
- Reduce pain and inflammation
- Accelerate tissue repair and healing
- Enhance flexibility and movement
The treatment is safe, painless, and suitable for a wide range of people. I’ll assess your condition and explain if RF therapy could be beneficial for your recovery.
Want to know if radio frequency treatment is right for you? Book your session with me and let’s discuss the best approach for your needs.
Sciatica Treatment
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica refers to pain that follows the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back down through the buttock and into the leg. It’s often caused by disc problems, muscle tension, or irritation around the nerve.
Typical Symptoms
- Shooting or burning pain down one leg
- Numbness or tingling in the leg or foot
- Lower back discomfort
- Muscle weakness or difficulty standing for long periods
My Approach to Sciatica
If you're struggling with sciatica, I can help you find relief and get moving again. At VitalCare in Bournemouth, I focus on addressing both the symptoms and the root cause. Your treatment may include:
- Gentle manual techniques to release tension and reduce nerve irritation
- Tailored stretching and strengthening exercises
- Nerve gliding techniques to restore healthy movement
- Advice on posture, activity, and day-to-day adjustments
You’ll never feel rushed—I take the time to understand your experience and adapt your care so it works for you, every step of the way.
Let’s relieve that nerve pain—book your appointment with me now.
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