Physiotherapy
We provide individually tailored physiotherapy and sports injury treatments to people of all ages and activity levels.
Our priority is to promote a speedy recovery and prevent the possibility of the injury recurring.
We utilise only the most up to date physiotherapy treatment techniques to deliver holistic, personalised treatment and rehabilitation to all our patients regardless of their age or activity level.
Call us on 01843 808212
What is Physiotherapy?
Physiotherapy can play a vital role in healing, pain relief and rehabilitation following injury, illness or disability and can help to restore movement and function.
Our approach is caring and professional – we listen closely to what our patients are telling us, which enables us to gain a thorough understanding of how the problem affects them as an individual.
Using a comprehensive assessment we identify and treat the root of the problem which helps to prevent further recurrence and promotes full recovery.
We use a variety of evidence based treatments which may include:
Soft tissue massage and mobilisation techniques
Joint mobilisation and manipulation
Electrotherapy(ultrasound ,TENS)
Taping techniques
Biomechanical assessment of movement
Exercise prescription from home based to gym programmes
Acupuncture
Movement or postural retraining
Our treatments cover a wide range of conditions which include
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Whiplash injuries
- Work related pain (such as RSI)
- Sports injuries
- Pre and post-operative pain
- Postural problems
- Arthritis
- Respiratory problems
We welcome self referrals at Hart and Bones and regularly receive referrals from GPs and consultants and also work with private insurance and intermediary companies.
Meet our therapists
Alice Bones
01843 808212
info@hartandbones.co.uk
Alice qualified as a chartered physiotherapist from The Bath School of Physiotherapy in 1988 and worked for the NHS in various hospitals before specialising in Haemophilia and HIV, teaching and presenting papers internationally and in Britain.
In 2004 she qualified as an acupuncturist and established a physiotherapy and sports injuries clinic in Margate. She then went on to form Hart and Bones at Westgate-on-Sea with her colleague Karen Hart.
She is a Chartered Physiotherapist and is registered with the following bodies:
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP)
To ensure all her clients receive the very best treatment Alice regularly attends courses and seminars run by these organisations. This enables her to offer up to date research based treatment techniques.
She enjoys working closely with:
- Jean Stewart Pilates
Margatepilatesstudio.com - Ed Eaves Pilates
- South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust
Lauren has been working as a chartered physiotherapist for 9 years after completing her MSc in Physiotherapy at the University of East Anglia in 2015.
Prior to this Lauren graduated from Hertfordshire University in 2008 with a BSc in Sports Therapy.
Lauren has 9 years of experience working in a variety of NHS hospitals and physiotherapy specialties and has also spent some time working in professional sport. She chose to specialise in MSK in 2016.
Since qualifying, Lauren has gone on to attend additional CPD courses in Pilates, hydrotherapy and acupuncture and intends to keep adding more skills to her repertoire to ensure her practice remains current and evidence-based.
Sports Injuries
Whether you’re a professional sports person, a park runner or a Sunday morning golfer at Hart and Bones our physiotherapy team is trained in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries.
We treat your injury and work with you through your rehabilitation process.
Our aim is to return you to your chosen activities stronger and more capable than before.
Your first appointment
On your first visit to Hart & Bones, you will be asked to fill in a form giving your contact details and sign for treatment consent. You will also need to read and sign our privacy policy.
Your physiotherapist will ask you about the problem you have, it’s behaviour and how it affects your life.
You may be asked to do some movement tests or gait analysis as they carry out a comprehensive assessment to identify the root/cause of the problem.
They will begin your treatment immediately and plan with you a treatment programme which you can continue at home and which may be modified at subsequent treatment sessions.
Our fees
Physiotherapy
Initial Appointment- 45 Minute appointment
- Consultation
- Treatment
- Advice
Physiotherapy
Follow up Appointments- 30 Minute appointment
- Consultation
- Treatment
- Advice
All our treatment plans are approached in a holistic way and are tailored to suit the individual.
Appointment times
Monday - Thursday
8.30am - 5.00pm
Appointments
Please give us a call on 01843 808212
FAQ
What should I wear to my appointment?
How long will my appointment last?
Will I receive treatment at my first appointment?
Can I be accompanied to my appointment?
All patients under the age of 18 will have to be accompanied by an adult and any adult is welcome to bring 1 friend/family member to their appointment.
Do I need to bring in all my medication with me?
Our practitioners are fully qualified
To protect the public, the titles of Physiotherapist, Podiatrist and Chiropodist are legally protected which means anyone using these titles must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
