Business Details
11 Years
experience
Expert Physiotherapy Services in Barnet
At De Leon Physio, we combine decades of expertise with a functional, biomechanics-focused approach to deliver exceptional physiotherapy care. Our team, led by Clinical Director Nicki de Leon with 25 years of experience, specialises in treating musculoskeletal conditions through manual therapy, acupuncture, and Clinical Pilates. We serve elite athletes, performing artists, and local patients from Barnet, offering tailored rehabilitation programmes informed by our work with the British Paralympic Swimming Team, Company Wayne McGregor, and major film productions.Our commitment to evidence-based practice ensures every patient receives individualised care, addressing root causes of pain while preventing recurrence. With specialists in women's health, paediatric physiotherapy, and sports injury prevention, we provide comprehensive solutions for spinal dysfunction, post-natal recovery, and workplace ergonomics. Our approach integrates movement analysis, strength conditioning, and advanced manual techniques to optimise biomechanics, empowering patients to achieve long-term recovery and peak physical performance.
Services
Physiotherapy
Functional Rehabilitation
Post Natal Physiotherapy
Clinical Pilates
Workstation Assessments
Injury Prevention Screening
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy
- Our team works with elite athletes and film industry professionals
- Personalised rehabilitation programmes address root causes of pain
- Clinical Pilates integrated with manual therapy techniques
- VIP treatment with one-to-one specialist consultations
What people say
'Exceptional team'
'Loves what she does'
'Decreased injuries dramatically'
'Empowering recovery'
'Among the very best'
Services
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy assessments identify injured structures and underlying causes to create individualised treatment plans. Using manual therapy techniques like joint mobilisation and soft tissue release alongside active rehabilitation, we promote healing while addressing biomechanical imbalances. With expertise in sports injuries and spinal dysfunction, our approach combines clinical reasoning with evidence-based practice to ensure lasting recovery and prevention of recurring issues.
Clinical Pilates
Specialist one-to-one Clinical Pilates sessions focus on core stability and functional movement patterns. Tailored exercises improve posture, prevent injuries, and aid post-surgical recovery by strengthening deep abdominal muscles. Our physiotherapists adapt mat and reformer-based exercises to individual needs, ensuring proper muscle recruitment while avoiding compensatory movements for optimal rehabilitation outcomes.
Post Natal Physiotherapy
Targeted post-natal rehabilitation addresses abdominal and pelvic floor muscle recovery after childbirth. Through progressive Pilates-based exercises, we restore core strength and address issues like urinary incontinence or pelvic pain. Our specialist women's health physiotherapists provide individualised programmes to safely return patients to pre-pregnancy activity levels while preventing long-term complications.
Workstation Assessments
Qualified physiotherapists conduct comprehensive DSE-compliant workstation assessments to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders. We analyse individual working patterns, adjust seating and equipment positioning, and provide tailored recommendations to alleviate neck/back pain. Follow-up reports ensure sustainable ergonomic improvements that enhance workplace comfort and productivity through biomechanically sound setups.
Injury Prevention Screening
Custom musculoskeletal screenings identify potential injury risks before they occur. By analysing biomechanics and movement patterns specific to individual sports or activities, we implement preventive strategies including targeted strengthening exercises. This proactive approach reduces injury incidence among athletes and active individuals while optimising performance through improved movement efficiency.
People
Nicki de Leon
Clinical Director
With 25 years' experience, Nicki holds an MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy from UCL. She has worked with the British Paralympic Swimming Team, Company Wayne McGregor, and major film productions. Specialising in sports injuries and biomechanics, she developed the clinic's functional rehabilitation approach integrating Clinical Pilates and manual therapy techniques.
Jenny Constable
Women's Health Physiotherapist
Jenny specialises in women's and men's health physiotherapy with over 10 years' experience. She treats pelvic floor dysfunction, prenatal/post-natal conditions, and chronic pelvic pain using Clinical Pilates and functional rehabilitation. Her patient-centred approach helps individuals regain quality of life through targeted exercise programmes and manual therapy techniques.
Jonathan Mohaib
Sports Physiotherapist
Jonathan has dual Masters in Sports & MSK Physical Therapy and Public Health. He provides pitch-side support for rugby teams and treats elite athletes in MMA, football, and boxing. His expertise includes post-surgical rehabilitation, injury prevention, and integrating chiropractic/osteopathic techniques with evidence-based physiotherapy for comprehensive patient care.
Dani Fineman
Paediatric Physiotherapist
Dani specialises in paediatric musculoskeletal physiotherapy with two decades of NHS and private experience. She treats sports injuries, hypermobility, and gait abnormalities in children using exercise programmes combined with mindfulness techniques. Her background in football academy physiotherapy and fracture clinic work informs her holistic, child-friendly treatment approach.
Questions
What makes de Leon Physiotherapy different from other clinics?
Our biomechanics-focused approach combines manual therapy, Clinical Pilates, and functional rehabilitation. With experience treating elite athletes and film industry professionals, we provide individualised care addressing root causes of pain rather than just symptoms.
Do you treat non-sports related injuries?
Yes, we specialise in treating all musculoskeletal conditions including workplace injuries, post-natal recovery, and chronic pain. Our services include workstation assessments for office-related strains and comprehensive rehabilitation for everyday injuries.
Are your physiotherapists specially trained?
All our physiotherapists hold advanced qualifications in their specialisms. Nicki de Leon has an MSc from UCL, while team members have certifications in Clinical Pilates, paediatric care, and sports physiotherapy from institutions like GOSH.
Can you help with post-surgical rehabilitation?
Yes, we provide post-operative management including shoulder stabilisation recovery, ligament repair rehabilitation, and tailored exercise programmes. Our physiotherapists work closely with consultants to ensure optimal recovery timelines and strength restoration.
Do you offer corporate physiotherapy services?
We provide ergonomic workstation assessments following DSE guidelines and injury prevention screenings for sports teams. Our corporate services include onsite assessments with follow-up reports detailing equipment adjustments and posture recommendations.
Reviews (3)
Kate Nagioff
Dec 05, 2021
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I have been coming to de Leon physio for a couple of years and cannot recommend Nicki highly enough . She is exceptionally professional and dedicated, a truly excellent physiotherapist. Her standards never slip, you can feel very confident that you will get the help and support you need whatever your injury or problem. A big thumbs up from me .
Tracy Rosenthal
Sep 02, 2021
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I was initially referred to Nicki de Leon by my consultant, following an extensive arthroscopic shoulder surgery two years ago. I have seen numerous Physiotherapists over the years, but in Nicki I found a diamond! She is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, patient, caring, and honestly the best physio I have ever had the pleasure of working with. Her studio is kitted out with all types of exercise equipment as well as a Pilates Reformer. Additionally, she has treatment rooms in which she gives unbelievable & precise deep tissue massage as well as acupuncture and other alternative therapies
Nathan Davidson
May 07, 2021
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Good service and kind physios. The atmosphere is nice and everyone is kind and cares for your injouries. 10/10 would reccomend
