Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physiotherapy Clinic in Winchester
We are a dedicated physiotherapy and sports injury clinic established in 2006, specialising in the assessment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. Our team serves clients ranging from elite athletes to senior citizens, focusing on restoring movement and managing chronic pain. With expertise in advanced treatments like Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) and acupuncture, we combine clinical excellence with personalised care. Our approach integrates movement analysis, manual therapy, and evidence-based exercise programmes to address individual needs.We prioritise patient education and self-management strategies to enhance long-term outcomes. Recognised by major health insurers, we offer flexible appointment times Monday to Saturday. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures access to the latest techniques in musculoskeletal care. Located in central Winchester, we provide a welcoming environment for patients seeking effective solutions to physical challenges.
Services
Physiotherapy
Sports Injury Treatment
ESWT Therapy
Acupuncture
Exercise Programmes
Joint Mobilization
Soft Tissue Therapy
Sports Massage
Rehabilitation
Paediatric Physiotherapy
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialist musculoskeletal expertise since 2006
- Our team holds advanced qualifications in movement analysis and ESWT
- Personalised treatment plans combining manual therapy and evidence-based exercise
- Proven track record with elite athletes and complex rehabilitation cases
- Regular professional development through university research collaborations
Associations and certifications
- Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists
- JEMS practitioner
What people say
Changed my life
Exceptional physiotherapist
Rapid recovery
Expert care
Compassionate approach
Services
Physiotherapy
Comprehensive assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions using evidence-based techniques. We address back pain, neck pain, joint problems, and post-surgical rehabilitation through tailored exercise programmes and manual therapy. Our approach combines movement analysis with hands-on treatment to restore function and prevent recurrence.
Sports Injury Treatment
Specialist care for acute and chronic sports injuries, including ligament sprains, muscle tears, and overuse conditions. We employ advanced techniques like ESWT and sports-specific rehabilitation to accelerate recovery. Our therapists work closely with athletes to develop return-to-play protocols and injury prevention strategies tailored to individual sports requirements.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Non-invasive treatment for chronic musculoskeletal conditions using acoustic waves to stimulate healing. Effective for Achilles tendonopathy, plantar fasciitis, and tennis elbow when conventional treatments fail. Typically requires 3-5 sessions spaced weekly, with improvements becoming evident over three months through renewed tissue repair processes.
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese medicine technique integrated into physiotherapy practice for pain management. Uses fine needles at specific points to treat arthritis, headaches, and musculoskeletal pain. Our practitioners follow modern medical acupuncture principles, combining this modality with other physiotherapy techniques for enhanced treatment outcomes.
Exercise Programmes
Customised exercise regimens for strength, flexibility, and functional improvement. Includes resistance training, balance work, and sports-specific drills. Patients receive detailed instruction in self-management techniques to complement hands-on treatments and maintain long-term musculoskeletal health through active participation in their recovery process.
People
Claire Ryall
Lead Physiotherapist
Chartered physiotherapist with 30+ years' experience, specialising in musculoskeletal conditions. Holds MSc and PhD in spinal and upper limb disorders. Researcher and lecturer, with publications in finger joint replacements and movement analysis. Accredited acupuncture practitioner and JEMS specialist.
Christina Macleod
Occupational Therapist
Specialist in rheumatological conditions with 25+ years' experience. Expert in silver ring splints for hand deformities. Research collaborator with Southampton and Warwick universities. Developed training programmes for therapists in splint application and arthritis management techniques.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal conditions including back pain, sports injuries, arthritis, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic pain conditions. Our specialists handle cases from elite athletes to elderly patients requiring mobility restoration.
Do you accept insurance patients?
We are recognised by major health insurers. Patients should check policy coverage before treatment commencement to ensure physiotherapy services are included in their specific plan.
What payment methods are available?
Treatment fees can be settled by cash, cheque, or bank transfer. We provide receipts for insurance claims and maintain transparent pricing for all services.
How does ESWT work?
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate tissue repair in chronic conditions. The non-invasive treatment typically requires 3-5 weekly sessions, with full effects becoming apparent over three months as healing progresses.
What makes your clinic different?
Our combination of academic research expertise, advanced treatment modalities, and individualised care distinguishes us. With practitioners holding postgraduate qualifications and specialist accreditations, we deliver evidence-based solutions tailored to each patient's specific needs.
Reviews (3)
Steve Goodwin
Nov 27, 2017
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Without any hesitation I can highly recommend Claire. As a mature athlete I have been indebted to Claire for over 10 years. Whenever I require treatment whether for a body "MOT", injury or post race recovery, her expertise & sound advice have ensured not only have I made the start line of races, in particular marathons and ultra marathons, when there was a doubt, but successfully complete the distance and cross the finish lines!
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Ali Martin
Sep 18, 2017
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Claire has treated my whole family for various sports related injuries for the last two years. She is kind, considerate , thorough and always gets results. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her.
Colin Mills
Nov 02, 2016
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Claire is quite simply a brilliant physio. She absolutely gets the need for patients to become mobile quickly, and delivers excellent treatment along with an understanding, pragmatic attitude.
