conditions we treat

Serena provides assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, from new injuries to long-standing problems. While Serena has a specialist interest in back pain and lower-limb conditions, she treats all musculoskeletal issues and supports patients through every stage of recovery, whether symptoms have appeared suddenly or developed gradually over time.

Acute injuries such as sprains, muscle strains, sports injuries, and sudden-onset joint pain

Chronic conditions including persistent lower-back pain, long-term neck or shoulder issues, and recurring joint discomfort

Lower-limb conditions including knee pain, hip pain, foot and ankle problems, and complex cases involving the entire lower-limb quadrant

Spinal conditions such as mechanical back pain, neck pain, sciatica, nerve irritation, and movement restrictions

Upper-limb conditions including shoulder impingement, rotator cuff issues, elbow pain, and wrist or hand problems

Sports physiotherapy, supporting athletes and active individuals with injury management, performance-related concerns, and safe return-to-sport planning

Postural or movement-related pain, including work-related discomfort or overuse injuries

Rehabilitation following fractures, immobilisation, or joint stiffness

Pre- and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation, including hip, knee, foot, ankle, and shoulder surgery pathways

What to expect

Expert Assessment, Education & Advice

  • A thorough assessment with the aim for you to gain an understanding of your condition, and help you understand why your symptoms are occurring


The Use of Hands on Therapy

  • Using a combination of manual therapy and soft tissue therapy techniques to help improve or desensitise symptoms, aid recovery and promotes flexibility in joints and muscles.

Exercise Prescription and Progression

  • Developing personalised exercise programmes to improve your strength/ flexibility/ posture as required and progressing this as you advance through rehabilitation.