Business Details
12 Years
experience
Expert Physiotherapy Services in Nottingham
Arcadia Physiotherapy has been dedicated to addressing sports and lifestyle-related musculoskeletal issues, pelvic health, and post-natal concerns since 2014. Our approach combines evidence-based treatments such as exercise rehabilitation, acupuncture, and myofascial release with a deep commitment to patient education and holistic care. As a practice led by Kathryn Peden, a fully insured member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and HCPC-registered physiotherapist, we prioritise individualised care, ensuring each patient receives tailored treatment plans grounded in the latest research. Our expertise extends to headache and migraine management, scar therapy, and women's health, where we integrate biomechanical, psychological, and environmental factors to address the root causes of discomfort.With a focus on creating a professional yet welcoming environment, we empower patients through comprehensive explanations of their conditions and active participation in their recovery. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our patient-centric philosophy, which values transparency, empathy, and measurable outcomes. We serve Nottingham and surrounding areas, offering both in-person consultations and online resources to support long-term health improvements.
Services
Physiotherapy
Women's Health
Headache Treatment
Migraine Management
Scar Therapy
Myofascial Release
Acupuncture
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Post-Natal Care
Exercise Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer specialist women's health physiotherapy with over a decade of clinical experience
- Our treatments combine manual therapy with evidence-based exercise rehabilitation programmes
- We provide detailed patient education to explain the biomechanical causes of pain
- Our clinic maintains strict confidentiality and professional standards in all consultations
- We offer tailored home exercise programmes and follow-up support for lasting results
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Health and Care Professions Council
What people say
Highly recommend
Fantastic physiotherapist
Improved mobility
Professional and knowledgeable
Life-changing treatment
Services
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy services address musculoskeletal conditions through comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans. We combine manual therapy techniques with evidence-based exercise programmes to restore mobility and reduce pain. Patients receive detailed education about their condition's biomechanical causes and participate in creating their rehabilitation strategy, ensuring long-term improvements in physical function and quality of life.
Women's Health
Specialist women's health physiotherapy addresses pelvic floor dysfunction, post-natal recovery, and menopause-related conditions. Our approach includes internal assessments, targeted exercises, and lifestyle modifications to treat incontinence, pelvic pain, and scar-related issues. We provide a supportive environment for discussing sensitive health matters while delivering evidence-based interventions that restore physical wellbeing and confidence.
Headache Treatment
Our headache and migraine treatment combines cervical spine assessment with myofascial release techniques to address musculoskeletal contributors to head pain. We identify individual triggers through detailed consultations and develop management strategies incorporating posture correction, stress reduction, and targeted manual therapy to reduce frequency and severity of symptoms.
Scar Therapy
Specialised scar management techniques improve tissue mobility and reduce discomfort following surgical procedures like caesarean sections. Through gentle manual therapy and patient education on self-massage techniques, we help restore normal tissue function, alleviate pain, and improve cosmetic outcomes while addressing any associated musculoskeletal complications.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release techniques target restrictions in connective tissues to alleviate chronic pain and improve mobility. This hands-on approach addresses trigger points and fascial tightness contributing to musculoskeletal pain, particularly effective for pelvic floor dysfunction, headaches, and postural imbalances through gentle sustained pressure and tissue mobilisation.
People
Kathryn Peden
Lead Physiotherapist
Kathryn Peden is a specialist women's health physiotherapist with over a decade of clinical experience. She combines specialist knowledge in pelvic health with a holistic approach to patient care, focusing on evidence-based treatments for musculoskeletal conditions. Her practice integrates manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, and patient education to address both physical and psychological aspects of recovery.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialise in women's health issues including pelvic floor dysfunction, post-natal recovery, incontinence, and musculoskeletal conditions like headaches and sports injuries.
Do I need a referral for physiotherapy?
No referral is needed - we accept self-referrals for all our physiotherapy services including specialist women's health assessments.
What happens during an initial assessment?
Your first appointment includes a detailed discussion of symptoms followed by physical examination techniques like muscle testing and pelvic floor assessment to create your personalised treatment plan.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
We are registered with major healthcare insurance providers - please check with your insurer for specific coverage details before your appointment.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment duration varies by condition but research shows significant improvements typically occur within 6-12 weeks with regular sessions and home exercise adherence.
What should I wear to appointments?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement assessment - you'll be provided with appropriate draping for intimate examinations during pelvic health consultations.
Reviews (6)
Amelie Sun
Dec 15, 2021
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Kathryn is amazing, professional, competent, and friendly. I have a pelvic floor issue, Kathryn could diagnosis my condition gave me hope to improve via physiotherapy.
Caroline Raven
Jun 05, 2021
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I went to see Kathryn at Arcadia Physio due to pelvic symptoms related to the menopause. She was extremely professional from start to finish - the perfect combination of empathetic and discrete, whilst clearly being extremely knowledgeable. I would highly recommend.
Sarah Elliott
Mar 23, 2021
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I wish I gone to see Kathryn sooner! Issues with pelvic floor health were impacting my every day life. Not only was Kathryn empathetic, knowledgable and skilled; she has also been able to help. I found Kathryn to have a kind approach and she was very comprehensive in her explanations and guidance. Kathryn is very thorough and able to devise an effective and achievable plan. She also took the time to listen - really listen. I wholeheartedly recommend Kathryn.
Natalie Smith
Mar 05, 2021
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I visited Kathryn during pregnancy mainly due to back pain and hip pain. I found the sessions really helpful and saw an improvement within a short space of time. Kathryn is really friendly and easy to talk to which was great.
Tracey Horan
Jan 27, 2021
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My menopause specialist recommended Kathryn and Im so thankful she did! Kathryns fabulous advice and guidance means I do not need to visit Kathryn in person for now, but I will definitely book to see her again. Kathryn is so knowledgeable in all things Womens Health, her thorough yet gentle examinations should be recommended to all women as a self care package throughout their menopausal years! I cant Thank Kathryn enough and I highly recommend!
Elaine Haywood
Jan 21, 2021
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Would definitely recommend Arcadia to anyone looking for a sympathetic and expert physiotherapist. Felt very safe visiting in present circumstances and had a good outcome after a short course of treatment.
