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Don’t let a running injury stop you taking part

IN 30 MINUTES OF YOUR TIME WE WILL GET YOU ON THE RIGHT PATH TO RESOLVING YOUR RUNNING INJURY – GUARANTEED

You’re training for the marathon or a triathlon; or you’ve just started a couch to 5k; or perhaps you’re just getting out on the road more to increase your PB. Like most runners YOU LOVE GETTING OUT ON THE ROAD – you train hard and you set yourself challenges to get fit or to smash your PB.

But now your Achilles is stiff and sore going down stairs in the mornings and your hip flexors are feeling tight after a runyour knees are sore when you train and walking to work is agony...

You can’t train at your desired level right now, you’re not sure if you should train through it or if that will do more damage. You’re having second thoughts about whether you’ll be able to keep training or compete…

Not only that, you miss clearing your head from a busy days work and not being able to run is killing you.

Does this sound familiar?

At Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we hear this all the time!

We understand how frustrating it is for you not to be able to run. You don’t want to be told to stop running! You don’t want to be told to rest and take ibuprofen. Being able to run is what makes YOU FEEL ALIVE

You beat your PB, you finish the marathon, you achieve running a 5k, you take part…

Do you remember how that feels?

Well, we can help get you back there…

Ready to Make a Change?

At Wandsworth Physiotherapy & Osteopathy we're focused on getting you out of pain and back to what you love doing, from simply sitting comfortably to playing with your kids, getting back into the gym or being able to run 5k again, our expert Physiotherapists, Podiatrists & Osteopaths are here to help!

 

All appointments are secured with payment. All appointments cancelled within 24 hours of the start time or not attended will not be refunded.

Run Fit Assessment

Running is an essential movement pattern for most sports and is one of the most popular and easily accessible pass-times in the world. You might run to unwind from a stressful day at work, or with your friends, or you might do running in a fitness class or as cardio training for your sport. You just need a pair of running shoes and some outdoor space (or a treadmill).

But with more and more people taking up running, there are more and more people suffering from running related injuries that can range from being an annoyance and reducing the enjoyment of your sport to down-right agony that stops you in your tracks.

You’ll know the most common running injuries as follows:

  • PLANTAR FASCIITIS
  • ACHILLES TENDINITIS
  • SHIN SPLINTS
  • RUNNER’S KNEE
  • IT BAND SYNDROME
  • HAMSTRING TENDINITIS
  • LATERAL HIP PAIN
  • LOWER BACK PAIN

A Run Fit assessment is ideal if you are new to running, play a sport involving running or are planning on running a marathon or half marathon. One of our expert therapists can help prevent you getting injured during this process. Or, if you are already starting to feel a niggle then don’t let it develop in to an injury that will stop you getting out on the road, training or playing. 

All of these running related injuries can be boiled down to being caused by poor running technique or poor organisation of your training plan. We can look at both of these for  you.   

In your Run Fit assessment we can screen your movement patterns such as squatting, single leg squatting and hopping to see how your body reacts to these tasks and if there are movement faults that may impact your running. We can also assess the strength and flexibility of key muscle groups that affect your running gait or, if left untreated, could lead to an injury.

Once we have the information we need we will design you an injury prevention corrective exercise programme focusing on correcting your imbalances. This programme will include stretches and corrective strength exercises to improve your sports injury in the longer term and reduce the risk of it from happening again. 

Your personalised home exercise plan can be accessed from mobile devices, laptops and computers. Each plan comes with video, pictures and descriptions so you know what you are doing at all times. You can also print out your plan and take it with you to the gym. 

We can also recommend who else in our team you might need to see. We might recommend you have some physiotherapy or osteopathy, podiatry, sports massage or sports nutrition advice. 

After we have corrected your movement, flexibility and strength, given you treatment (if required) and given you exercises and running technique advice we can then look at the planning of your training, helping you to get the right frequency, duration of training sessions and mileage in place to manage a running related sports injury or help you prepare for an event.

 

 

A Run Fit assessment is not only a great screening tool for non-injured athletes, it’s also essential if you are already suffering from an injury. We will be able to tell you why your injury has happened and help to fix it.

If you’re already injured you might need a little bit more input at this stage and would benefit from our Run Fit Extra.  In this package you’ll get:

  • A Run Fit Assessment worth £60
  • A Diagnostic Ultrasound Assessment worth £75

A Run Fit Extra package costs £110. At Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we believe there is nothing more frustrating than being injured and not being able to take part in sport. Call us today so we can HELP YOU end that frustration

Here’s just some of the people we have helped…

 

Rose Harvey London Marathon 2022

Rose Harvey, 10th place London Marathon 2022.

“I needed help with a running related injury. Within minutes they had correctly diagnosed my problem and started treatment, the effects of which I started to feel immediately. After 3 sessions of acupuncture, massage and ultrasound, and following their advice for self-treatment I was back to fitness.”

Mike Haynes, Spartan racer.

 

“Steve Helped me get in shape for important Premier League and International games and was a huge help in getting me fit for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.”

Mark Schwarzer, former Premier League and Australian team GK.

 

“Steve helped me get through a shin injury and get to the start line of the British Half Marathon Championships (Vitality Big Half). I ran the race pain free, finishing with a PB and a 3rd place. I definitely recommend Steve and his great treatment and service. I’ll be going to Wandsworth Physio to get me to the start line of the Olympic trials at London marathon.”

Stephanie Davis, Team GB elite distance runner.

 

“I received physio treatment from Wandsworth Physio for my shin splints. Preparing for an Ironman I was really worried I wouldn’t be able to run for a long time but after only a few weeks I could start again, taking it gently and completing all recommended exercises I recovered quickly and am now in good shape for my race. So grateful for their help!” 

Jessica Rice, recreational triathlete.  

 

Here’s just some of the people we have helped…

 

“I needed help with a running related injury. Within minutes they had correctly diagnosed my problem and started treatment, the effects of which I started to feel immediately. After 3 sessions of acupuncture, massage and ultrasound, and following their advice for self-treatment I was back to fitness.”

Mike Haynes, Spartan racer.

 

“Steve Helped me get in shape for important Premier League and International games and was a huge help in getting me fit for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.”

Mark Schwarzer, former Premier League and Australian team GK.

 

“Steve helped me get through a shin injury and get to the start line of the British Half Marathon Championships (Vitality Big Half). I ran the race pain free, finishing with a PB and a 3rd place. I definitely recommend Steve and his great treatment and service. I’ll be going to Wandsworth Physio to get me to the start line of the Olympic trials at London marathon.”

Stephanie Davis, Team GB elite distance runner.

 

“I received physio treatment from Wandsworth Physio for my shin splints. Preparing for an Ironman I was really worried I wouldn’t be able to run for a long time but after only a few weeks I could start again, taking it gently and completing all recommended exercises I recovered quickly and am now in good shape for my race. So grateful for their help!” 

Jessica Rice, recreational triathlete.  

 

Brilliant all round experience. After sustaining a marathon injury during training Wandsworth Physiotherapy managed to fit me in the next day and was back up and running within 2 weeks after three 30 minute sessions. Gave me exercises to go away and do in my own time too so felt like I was making the most of their and my time too.

Marina Williams

These guys are fantastic! Really quick to reply and they found me an appointment on the same day. I've since had regular treatments with Alessio who is excellent, and my torn IT band, shoulder and other ailments are much improved. Brilliant for both sports injuries and wellness.

Gerry Sweetland

Booked an appointment for the same day on a Saturday. Adele has been very welcoming and helpful, providing useful advice as well as efficient treatment. Great local clinic, will definitely come back and recommend.

Jean Reverdy

Steve was excellent. Long term/complex shoulder injury treated over a number of sessions - patient, curious and methodical. Great treatments and programme of exercises and I'm back to pain free swimming.

~ Nick Outlaw

I've been several times for several different problems and Steve has always been excellent. He listens really carefully and asks good questions to find out exactly what's wrong, and is very clear with follow-up exercises to continue the therapy at home. Highly recommend him!

Vanessa Harriss

Meet The Team

Andreas

Andreas

Senior Osteopath and Massage Therapist

Chara
Chara

Practice Manager

Christina

Christina

Senior Chartered Physiotherapist

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Clinical Administrator & Receptionist

Jack

Jack

 Senior Podiatrist

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Kim

Advanced Senior Chartered Physiotherapist

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Kitti

Clinical Administrator & Receptionist

Melinda-Bernath

Melinda

Clinical Administrator & Receptionist

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Prarthi

Chartered Physiotherapist

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Rogel 

Chartered Physiotherapist

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Shreya

Senior Chartered Physiotherapist

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Shruti

Massage Therapist

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Steve

Clinical Lead Chartered Physiotherapist

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Sandra

Clinical Administrator & Receptionist

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Ursula

Clinical Administrator & Receptionist

Get In Touch

Request a call back - tell us about your problem… if you’re not sure what physiotherapy or osteopathy are and whether they can help your problem request a call back from one of our expert therapists.

We can listen to your problem and let you know if we can help... just leave your details using the contact form and we'll be in touch as soon as possible!

Please note: Enquiries are checked daily and will be responded to within 24 hours during clinic open hours.

Cancellation Policy

Please note we have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Please respect our therapists and give them more than 24 hours notice if you need to change or cancel an appointment. All appointments are secured with payment. All appointments cancelled within 24 hours of the start time or not attended will not be refunded. Failure to make payment on request will affect future appointments that we are able to offer you.
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Telephone Reception

We have reception cover most of the time we are open, however if you can't get through it's quick and easy to book online. Please be aware that calls to Wandsworth Physiotherapy & Osteopathy are recorded to comply with ICO data protection and the recordings are stored for 3 months then deleted. All stored information is password protected.

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Friday 08:00 - 20:30
Saturday 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:00

No reception cover on Sundays - please book online, the door may be locked so ring the bell.

Saket Gautam
Saket Gautam
Shreya was really helpful, and helped with my back pain.
Elizabeth Maludi
Elizabeth Maludi
I visited the clinic with back injury. Rogel was really nice and helped me to get moving again. Got a platform to do exercises and great advice how to adjust my running routine.
Hamish Matthews
Hamish Matthews
Shreya was incredible in the lead up to my marathon, such a kind and wonderful person and I definitely wouldn’t have got the time I did without her help
Emily Smith
Emily Smith
Prarthi has been absolutely brilliant and solved the pain I'd been having for 6 months in my shoulder and back. She took the time to try different methods and I'm now pain free after expertly done massage and acupuncture. I'm extremely grateful and would highly recommend!
Cameron Davies
Cameron Davies
A big thanks to Rogel who helped me recover from a leg injury over a few sessions, with his impact immediately evident after the first one. Rogel offered valuable advice and a personalised plan throughout, and I enjoyed our good chats! Strongly recommend Rogel and Wandsworth Physiotherapy!
Antony Hutt
Antony Hutt
Really great staff and very friendly. Been working with Rogel to fix hip issues and have seen massive progress already. Highly recommend.
Rai Grismanausks
Rai Grismanausks
A big thank you to Shreya who did wonders for my shoulder, and Rogel who helped with my lower back pain. Both excellent physiotherapists. I’m back to lifting weights pain free once again
Sean Blackmore
Sean Blackmore
Prarthi was a brilliant physio for me and really understood the situation, and helped me recover from a knee injury. Very knoweledgable and personable, I would highly recommend her! The experience with Wandsworth Physiotherapy generally was great also.
Loetitia Delais
Loetitia Delais
A big shout out and thank you to kitti who gave me an amazing body massage and a wonderful facial! Her technique and caring approach along with her positive aura made me feel safe, relaxed and a few years lighter! Her smile is contagious and she truly deserves for me to share this unique experience to the world!highly recommend Kitti
Niamh O'Shea
Niamh O'Shea
Professionally run with friendly, accommodating & professional staff. Extremely satisfied & Would definitely recommend!

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