Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physiotherapy Clinic in Winchester
Established in 2010, Silver Fern Physio has become a trusted provider of physiotherapy services in Winchester. Our clinic combines extensive clinical expertise with a patient-centred approach, offering timely appointments and comprehensive treatment plans. With a focus on musculoskeletal health, we address conditions ranging from sports injuries to chronic pain, supported by our team's international experience, including Olympic-level physiotherapy.We prioritise accessibility through free parking and disabled facilities, while maintaining partnerships with major insurance providers. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our reputation for effective rehabilitation and patient satisfaction, ensuring individuals return to optimal health and daily functionality.
Services
Physiotherapy
Sports Injuries
Gait Analysis
Acupuncture
Postural Correction
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer appointments within two days of contact
- Our lead physiotherapist worked with Olympic athletes
- We accept all major insurance providers except BUPA
- Free parking and disabled access available
- Team combines human movement science with acupuncture expertise
What people say
Friendly team
Expert help
Quick appointments
Effective treatments
High quality treatments
Services
Physiotherapy
Our comprehensive physiotherapy services address muscular and joint pain through individualised assessment and rehabilitation. Using manual therapy techniques combined with exercise prescription, we treat conditions like back pain, arthritis, and postural issues. Patients benefit from evidence-based interventions designed to restore mobility and reduce discomfort, with treatment plans tailored to each individual's lifestyle and recovery goals.
Sports Injuries
Specialised sports injury management covers acute and chronic conditions affecting athletes. From running injuries to whiplash, our approach combines biomechanical analysis with targeted rehabilitation. We incorporate treadmill gait analysis and sports-specific training to ensure safe return to activity, supported by our physiotherapist's Olympic team experience in treating high-performance athletes.
Gait Analysis
Treadmill-based gait analysis identifies biomechanical inefficiencies affecting movement patterns. This service benefits runners and individuals with recurring injuries by providing data-driven insights into foot placement, stride length, and posture. Customised corrective strategies help prevent future injuries while improving overall movement efficiency for patients of all activity levels.
Acupuncture
Integrated acupuncture treatments address pain management and musculoskeletal conditions. Delivered by a qualified practitioner, this service complements conventional physiotherapy through targeted needle placement to stimulate healing responses. Patients experience reduced inflammation and muscle tension, with treatment protocols aligned with traditional Chinese medicine principles.
Postural Correction
Specialised postural assessment and correction programmes address workplace-related strain and chronic postural issues. Through movement re-education and strengthening exercises, we help patients develop sustainable posture habits. This service particularly benefits individuals with desk-based jobs, combining manual therapy with practical advice for long-term musculoskeletal health.
People
Elle Tisch
Physiotherapist
Elle Tisch, owner of Silver Fern Physio, brings extensive international experience including serving as Olympic team physiotherapist for China's Eventing squad. With qualifications in human and animal physiotherapy, she combines sports injury expertise with acupuncture specialism. A dedicated marathon runner, she applies personal athletic insight to patient rehabilitation.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including back/neck pain, sports injuries, arthritis, postural issues, and repetitive strain injuries using physiotherapy and acupuncture.
Do you accept insurance patients?
We accept all major insurance providers except BUPA. Please check with your insurer for specific coverage details before your appointment.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We aim to offer appointments within two working days of contact. Emergency slots may be available for urgent cases requiring immediate attention.
What facilities do you offer?
Our clinic provides free parking, wheelchair access to first-floor treatment rooms, and treadmill facilities for gait analysis assessments.
What makes your physiotherapy different?
Our lead physiotherapist combines Olympic-level experience with sports science expertise, offering treadmill gait analysis and acupuncture alongside traditional physiotherapy techniques.
Reviews (5)
Matthew O'Hear
Nov 17, 2021
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The best! I was referred to Elle by a spine specialist as I had a bulging disc and in quite a bit of pain. Having had a disc issue before, which needed surgery, I was convinced this would need surgery again. But Elle fixed the issue! Elle is the best physical therapist I have seen; not only is she very knowledgeable and able to answer any questions about the body and what might be going on, but she has an amazing ability to keep you feeling mentally positive - I always feel better both physically and mentally following treatment from Elle. I highly recommend Elle and I won't go anywhere else
James Cunningham
May 27, 2021
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I have been running for 3-4 years but last year i was hindered by an achilles problem as well as an issue with my hip. Both on the right side. I initially chose to book an appointment with Elle as i noticed she was a runner herself so would maybe understand my condition better. After my initial consultation, Elle was able to diagnose and then get to work on a course of treatment to get me back running again. She was able to treatment both conditions with a combination of clinic sessions and exercises at home. I can now safely say that since the course of treatment finished i have been injury free
Anna Sunter
Jun 15, 2020
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I have been seeing Elle for the last few weeks for lower back pain and her treatment and the exercises she gave me have made a huge difference. Before, I could hardly do anything. Cooking and cleaning were pretty much impossible and I couldn't even step into the bath to get a shower as I couldn't lift my leg high enough. After my last session today, I am now moving about with no discomfort. As others have noted in their reviews, Elle is a lovely person with a genuine caring approach with her patients. If you are looking for a physiotherapist in the Winchester area, I highly recommend Silver Fern
Jane Pollard
Oct 23, 2017
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Over recent months I have had cause to visit Elle for treatments for knee, arm, neck and hip problems and can only praise her skill and professionalism as one by one she has rid me of the pain these various complaints have been causing me. Especially the hip pain which I had convinced myself was evidence that at some time in the future I would be needing replacement surgery. But Elle with her excellent diagnostic skills soon put this dread to bed and after a few treatments I am now pain free. I can thoroughly recommend Elle at Silver Fern. She has a delightful personality and a caring attitude
Ann Parkhouse
Jun 25, 2015
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So far, I have only been twice. I found Elle very professional and knowledgeable in her approach to my considerable problems - the first treatment brought me instant relief, I came away, walking on air, I wanted to cry from sheer relief of being pain free. The second treatment took a step further to improving the difficulties. Elle made me feel very welcome which straight away put me at ease and gave me encouragement to talk about problems. I feel confident that I will further progress with more treatments. I would certainly recommend Silver Fern.
