Specialising in Musculoskeletal Problems and Sports Injuries
WELCOME TO VCF PHYSIOTHERAPY
VCF Physiotherapy and Sports Injury clinic was founded by Vivienne Fort in January 2003. VCF is a private physiotherapy practice based in Bretton, Peterborough that specialises in musculoskeletal problems and sports Injuries. The practice consists of three chartered and HPC registered physiotherapists. At VCF Physiotherapy we uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism. We strive towards resolving musculoskeletal conditions, preventing reoccurrence and reducing pain in all of our patients. We build aspects of health, fitness and lifestyle into our treatments and always provide education to patients on self management techniques if they require it.
WHAT IS PHYSIOTHERAPY?
Just a brief overview
“Physiotherapy is a health care profession concerned with human function and movement and maximising potential. It uses physical approaches to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being, taking account of variations in health status”
- The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Curriculum Framework (January 2002)
Physiotherapists view movement as central to health and well being. Physiotherapists identify and make the most of movement ability by health promotion, pre-screening and preventive advice, ergonomic intervention, treatment and rehabilitation. Core skills used by physiotherapists include manual therapy, acupuncture, electrotherapy, ergonomics and therapeutic exercise.
PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENTS
A number of treatment techniques and advice that are used in this clinic, these include:- Manual Therapy (Joint Mobilisations and Joint Manipulation)
- Acupuncture
- Exercise Therapy
- Electrotherapy (Ultrasound Therapy, TENS, Interferential)
- Cryotherapy
- Soft Tissue Mobilisation and Frictions
- Massage
- Self Management Advice
- Ergonomic Postural Advice
- Work-Station Assessments
- Ergonomic Assessments (Work, Car, Home)
- Pain Management Advice
- Pilates and Core Stability Retraining
- Traction
- Lifestyle and Diet Advice
SERVICES OFFERED
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Treatment
We treat patients with musculoskeletal pain associated with muscle, joint, soft-tissue and neural elements. This can include neck pain, low back pain, hip, knee, ankle, wrist, shoulder and elbow pain.
Sports Injuries
We specialise in the treatment of sports injuries. Treatment incorporates manual techniques and sports rehabilitation, aiding patients to return to full fitness and function in sport. We provide sports pre screening and pre season assessments.
Neurological Patients
We currently treat a number of patients with neurological conditions, such as head Injury, motor neuron disease, polymicrongria, cerebral palsy, stoke and Parkinson’s disease. Treatment involves rehabilitation techniques, balance retraining, functional restoration programmes, mobility work and exercise programmes.
We are able to treat these patients within their own homes if unable to come to the clinic.
Learning Disabilities
We run three clinics for Sense, which is a charity for young adults with deaf-blindness and learning disabilities. Within these clinics our physiotherapists work with the rehabilitation and management of patients with learning disabilities. This includes a number of young adults with cerebral palsy and other neurological disabilities. We strive to maintain maximum independence of the individuals, providing them with the highest possible quality of life.
We also treat a number of patients with learning disabilities within the community through home visits.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical technique. It is one of the many skills used within physiotherapy as an integrated approach to the management of pain, inflammation and as a means of enhancing the body's own healing chemicals in order to aid recovery and enhance rehabilitation (AACP Website 2008).
The body has the ability to "self repair; the use of Acupuncture, Acupressure or Electro-Acupuncture enhances the repair mechanism and enables an improved recovery time allowing other physiotherapy treatments such as exercise, muscle strengthening and rehabilitation can achieve effective results (AACP Website 2008).
Massage
Massage is known to relax muscles, aid well-being and improve healing. Appointments can be booked for a massage, providing 40 minutes massage of the back, neck and shoulders. This is all provided by a qualified physiotherapist.
Pilates 1:1
Pilates has been proven to be an effective treatment in preventing low back pain reoccurrence. It incorporates a series of gentle exercises and movement. This helps to increase the strength and stability in your core pelvic and back stabilising muscles that support your lower back. Our physiotherapists can provide you with a Pilates exercise program and general advice on reducing low back pain on a one to one basis.
Workstation Assessments and Car Assessments
Our physiotherapists are trained in occupational health and ergonomics. We are able to provide ergonomic workstation, office and car assessments as required.
Home Visits
We are able to visit patients at home, if they are unable to visit the clinic. We can treat patients in Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire. We provide this service for musculoskeletal, neurological and respiratory patients.
MEET THE TEAM
Vivenne Fort
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Degree
CSP, HPC, OCPPP, ACPOHE and AACP registered physiotherapist
Vivienne qualified from Coventry university in July 1998, and has been practicing physiotherapy for 12 years.
Vivienne set up her own private practice in January 2003 and has been building and developing the practice ever since. Vivienne is highly qualified and specialises in sports injuries, acupuncture, women’s health and occupational health. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience of musculoskeletal injuries and provides excellent patient care and standards.
Vivienne is a member of the board of directors for the Acupuncture Association for Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP). Vivienne is currently studying for a PHD from York University.
Fiona Parley
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Degree
CSP, HPC and AACP registered physiotherapist
Fiona qualified from Coventry University in July 2006 and has currently been working at VCF Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic for 4 years. Fiona has completed a Masters module in Acupuncture and is currently studying for a Diploma in Orthopaedic Medicine.
Fiona is trained in Pilates and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the treatment of patients with musculoskeletal injuries. Fiona currently runs an Occupational Health Physiotherapy Clinic at Corus Tubes in Corby two days a week and the other days three days she works at VCF Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic.
Fiona is also trained and regularly completes workstation and ergonomic assessments.
Laura Goldie
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Degree
CSP, HPC, AACP and SOM registered physiotherapist
Laura recently (November 2009) won the Physiotherapy Newcomer of the Year Award from the CSP (the physiotherapy governing body). Laura was handpicked by the CSP, whilst competing against all the physiotherapy nominees in the UK.
Laura has completed a Masters module in Acupuncture and also has a Diploma in Orthopaedic medicine.
Laura currently runs two physiotherapy clinics at Sense and a clinic at Peterborough College for the treatment of young adults with learning disabilities. Laura is highly skilled in the treatment of patients with learning disabilities, but also has a passion for treating patients with sports injuries and musculoskeletal pain.
James Wheble
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy Degree
CSP and HPC registered physiotherapist
James qualified from York St John University in July 2009. James is motivated and enthusiastic and specialises in the treatment of patients with sports injuries. James is skilled in the use of massage and soft tissue techniques in the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries.
James is due to go on tour to Mexico with the UK Raleigh Cycling team in April 2010.
James currently covers clinics at March Physiotherapy in Lincolnshire two days a week which is run by our good friend and associate Alex Goude, for the other three days he works in Peterborough.
Service Categories
Acupuncture, Physiotherapy, Pilates, Sports Injury Therapy
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