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Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function as well as reduce pain when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. It takes a holistic approach which involves the patient directly in their own care. During an initial consultation we aim to assess, diagnose and establish your treatment plan to get you on the road to recovery as quickly as possible. We offer musculoskeletal ph... Read More

Physiotherapy helps to restore movement and function as well as reduce pain when someone is affected by injury, illness or disability. It takes a holistic approach which involves the patient directly in their own care. During an initial consultation we aim to assess, diagnose and establish your treatment plan to get you on the road to recovery as quickly as possible. We offer musculoskeletal physiotherapy as well as men's and women's health physiotherapy, antenatal and postnatal physiotherapy.

Injection therapy

Injection therapy is used primarily to reduce pain, swelling and improve range of movement. It involves the infiltration of a pain relieving medication or substance into either the soft tissue or joint via a needle. Here at FHW we offer Vitamin Injections, Steroid Injections, Hyaluronic Acid Injections and Arthrosamid® Injections. Our injection specialists will be happy to discuss these options... Read More

Injection therapy is used primarily to reduce pain, swelling and improve range of movement. It involves the infiltration of a pain relieving medication or substance into either the soft tissue or joint via a needle. Here at FHW we offer Vitamin Injections, Steroid Injections, Hyaluronic Acid Injections and Arthrosamid® Injections. Our injection specialists will be happy to discuss these options with you.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can be beneficial for anyone with injury, irritation or tension. We offer sports massage therapy which is a deeper form of soft tissue mobilisation or pregnancy massage which is a therapeutic massage designed to support the unique physical and emotional needs of a pregnant woman . Each massage is tailored to the client’s individual needs and treatment may include stretching, tri... Read More

Massage therapy can be beneficial for anyone with injury, irritation or tension. We offer sports massage therapy which is a deeper form of soft tissue mobilisation or pregnancy massage which is a therapeutic massage designed to support the unique physical and emotional needs of a pregnant woman . Each massage is tailored to the client’s individual needs and treatment may include stretching, trigger point work or use of the massage gun alongside traditional massage techniques.

Scar therapy

Scar therapy can help care for your scar and the underlying tissue. We can address issues such as pain after surgery or injury, limited movement or tightness, pulling or puckering, fibrous scar tissue or scar adhesions. Your appointment will include a special scar massage plus useful advice for caring for your scar at home. A scar therapy appointment in the first 6 months after a scar is create... Read More

Scar therapy can help care for your scar and the underlying tissue. We can address issues such as pain after surgery or injury, limited movement or tightness, pulling or puckering, fibrous scar tissue or scar adhesions. Your appointment will include a special scar massage plus useful advice for caring for your scar at home. A scar therapy appointment in the first 6 months after a scar is created is really helpful (even if you are not experiencing any complications) but it’s never too late to benefit from scar treatment!

Lymphoedema Service

Lymphoedema is a long term chronic condition which causes swelling in the body’s tissues. It can impact any part of the body. The condition is best treated early when symptoms begin but you can benefit from assessment and treatment at any time. Your initial appointment may include; assessment and measurement for compression therapy, recommendations for the appropriate skin care, prescription ... Read More

Lymphoedema is a long term chronic condition which causes swelling in the body’s tissues. It can impact any part of the body. The condition is best treated early when symptoms begin but you can benefit from assessment and treatment at any time.
Your initial appointment may include; assessment and measurement for compression therapy, recommendations for the appropriate skin care, prescription of exercises as well as treatment using a multitude of techniques to reduce and treat the oedema.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a type of medical massage which focuses on drainage of the lymphatic system. This technique is frequently used for those with lymphoedema but is not exclusively used for this diagnosis and could benefit anyone with swelling or oedema. Our specialist practitioner will use Manual Lymphatic Drainage to help enhance lymphatics, improve drainage, reduce volume and ... Read More

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a type of medical massage which focuses on drainage of the lymphatic system. This technique is frequently used for those with lymphoedema but is not exclusively used for this diagnosis and could benefit anyone with swelling or oedema. Our specialist practitioner will use Manual Lymphatic Drainage to help enhance lymphatics, improve drainage, reduce volume and improve shape.

Personal Training

Shockwave Therapy

Extra-corporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissues. It's commonly used to treat musculoskeletal conditions like tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and chronic pain. The shockwaves promote increased blood flow, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, which can lead to pain relief and i... Read More

Extra-corporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) is a non-invasive treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in damaged tissues. It's commonly used to treat musculoskeletal conditions like tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and chronic pain. The shockwaves promote increased blood flow, reduce inflammation, and stimulate the body’s natural healing processes, which can lead to pain relief and improved function.

Ultrasound therapy

Therapeutic ultrasound is a high frequency soundwave which causes a fine vibration of the cells in the body. This encourages healing in the soft tissues. It is a non-invasive, pain-free treatment which makes a great adjunct to Physiotherapy.

Compression Therapy

Compression boots use compressed air to massage your legs, mobilise fluid, optimise circulation, reduce muscle soreness and speed up recovery. The Pulsio compression boots have 3 customisable cycles which your practitioner will utilise to ensure your session is tailored to your individual needs.

Psychotherapy

General Health Clinic

Foot Clinic

Skin Clinic

IV Therapy

Minor Surgery Clinic

Blood Testing

Podiatry

Gerald Agbarakwe MD MRCPod

Gerald is a clinician with qualifications in both general medicine and podiatric medicine, registered with the HCPC and a member of the Royal College of Podiatry.

He works in the NHS and private practice, with experience caring for high-risk patients as part of a limb salvage team. He also lectures in podiatric medicine at the University of Brighton.

In his current role at the Suffolk Foot Surgery Centre, Gerald manages his caseload, including joint injections and treatments using local anaesthetic, corticosteroid, and Ostenil.

Gerald is a clinician with qualifications in both general medicine and podiatric medicine, regist... Read More

Claudia Agostinho Physiotherapist & Massage Therapist BSc MCSP

Claudia holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from the University of East London and is also qualified in Sports Massage Therapy. She has been a specialist physiotherapist in Pelvic Health since 2021, working in both the NHS and privately. She offers treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction and bladder and bowel issues in both men and women. She also specialises in antenatal and postnatal care for back/pelvis pain and diastasis recti. She has a special interest in exercise and holds her Level 1 matwork qualification in Pilates

Claudia holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from the University of East London and is also qualified in ... Read More

Megan Burcham Physiotherapist MSc MCSP

Megan Burcham MSc HCPC MCSP

Megan is a Physiotherapist and Sports Massage Therapist here at Fortis Health & Wellbeing. She holds both a BSc in Sports & Exercise Science and an MSc in Physiotherapy from the University of Essex. Since graduating 2 years ago, Megan has gained experience in NHS outpatient musculoskeletal physiotherapy as well as in private practice. Megan also holds a level three diploma in sports massage which she enjoys utilising alongside her physiotherapy practice. She has a special interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation and particularly enjoys helping her clients reach their personal fitness goals.

Megan Burcham MSc HCPC MCSP Megan is a Physiotherapist and Sports Massage Therapist here at Fort... Read More

Sophie Grindall Physiotherapist BSc MCSP

Sophie is a Physiotherapist and Massage therapist here at Fortis.

She currently also works as a Senior Physiotherapist within the NHS, with over five years of specialist experience in musculoskeletal care. Sophie holds a BSc in Physiotherapy from the University of Essex, is an APPI Certified Matwork Pilates Instructor and is also qualified in Level 3 Sports Massage and Kinesiology Taping.

Sophie is passionate about helping people move with confidence and return to the activities they love. She has extensive experience treating a wide range of conditions and she also has a special interest in paediatric physiotherapy and is able to treat children from the age of 9.

Sophie is a Physiotherapist and Massage therapist here at Fortis. She currently also works as a ... Read More

Hisham Hijazi Psychodynamic Therapist MBACP

Hisham is a Psychodynamic Therapist, Counsellor, and doctoral candidate in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. He is registered with the BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

His practice is informed by extensive experience working with adults facing complex emotional difficulties, including survivors of trauma, professionals in high stress roles, and adults experiencing a range of personal difficulties.

He also works in the NHS and brings a grounded, confidential, and thoughtful approach to therapeutic work.

Hisham is a Psychodynamic Therapist, Counsellor, and doctoral candidate in psychoanalytic psychot... Read More

Joe Hijazi Physiotherapist & Injection Specialist MSc MCSP

Joseph Hijazi MSc HCPC MCSP

Joe is the Director and Founder of Fortis Health & Wellbeing.

Joe holds both a BSc in Sport & Exercise Science from Exeter University and an MSc in Physiotherapy from the University of Essex.

He has worked in both the NHS and private sector as a specialist physiotherapist and is particularly experienced in Trauma and Elective orthopaedic physiotherapy as well as musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

He underwent further training at the University of Essex to become qualified in injection therapy and now specialises in the provision of corticosteroid, hyaluronic acid and Arthrosamid® injections.

Joseph Hijazi MSc HCPC MCSP Joe is the Director and Founder of Fortis Health & Wellbeing. J... Read More

Josie Hijazi MSc MCSP

Josie Hijazi MSc HCPC MCSP

Josie is a Senior Physiotherapist, Sports Massage Therapist and co-founder of Fortis Health & Wellbeing.

She holds a BSc in Sports and Exercise Science from Exeter University and an MSc in Physiotherapy from Brunel University in London, as well as a Level 3 diploma in Sports Massage.

She has spent most of her physiotherapy career working in the NHS gaining a wide range of experience in inpatient, outpatient and community physiotherapy. She is experienced in orthopaedic and sports injury rehabilitation and enjoys utilising her qualification in sports massage alongside her physiotherapy treatments. She also has a special interest in Women’s Health and physiotherapy during pregnancy.

Josie Hijazi MSc HCPC MCSP Josie is a Senior Physiotherapist, Sports Massage Therapist and co-fo... Read More

Emma Howlett-Thomson

Emma is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner who holds the master’s level accreditation for advanced practice with NHS England and has over 25 years’ experience as a registered nurse, completing her advanced nurse practitioner qualification 15 years ago.

She is an independent prescriber, qualified advanced practice and trainee GP supervisor, with experience of working in clinical education, primary and secondary care for both the NHS and private sector.

Emma’s is passionate about person-centred care, tailoring individual needs and preferences over standardised approaches, allowing for shared decision making and holistic wellbeing.

Emma offers health screening, minor illness/urgent care assessments and treatment, venepuncture, vitamin injections, surgical wound assessment and management, private prescriptions, mild dermatological conditions, emergency contraception services and a generalised menopause clinic.

Emma is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner who holds the master’s level accreditation for advanced pr... Read More

Jess Pearce BSc FGMLD

Jess Pearce BScOT FGMLD

Jess is a scar therapy practitioner and lymphoedema specialist practitioner here at Fortis Health & Wellbeing

Jess holds a BSc in occupational therapy from York St John University and has spent the last 11 years of her career working in the NHS gaining extensive experience in a wide variety of specialities. In 2016 she specialised in Lymphoedema and has been a service lead in local Lymphoedema services for the last 7 years. Jess thoroughly enjoys her scar therapy work, and has a special interest in oncology and C-section scar therapy. She is also experienced in using her scar therapy treatment alongside Lymphoedema treatment.

Jess Pearce BScOT FGMLD Jess is a scar therapy practitioner and lymphoedema specialist practitio... Read More

Ellie Pree

Eloise is a senior physiotherapist who has over 15 years of experience working within a variety of settings but predominantly in private practice for the last 10 years.

She has extensive experience working with musculoskeletal disorders and has worked alongside specialists in orthopaedic settings treating joint replacements, ligament repairs and other surgeries, as well as more chronic conditions and has attended courses in pain management. She has experience in acupuncture treatment and enjoys incorporating this into physiotherapy as a holistic approach.

She has a special interest in pelvic health and women’s wellness and has completed a mummy MOT course as well as pregnancy, ante and post natal care, fitness and nutrition.

Eloise has worked in leadership and management and has developed skills in supporting staff, overcoming conflict and ensuring patients are getting the best possible care.

Eloise is a senior physiotherapist who has over 15 years of experience working within a variety o... Read More

Mike Preston

Having worked as a Paramedic in the Ambulance Service for 9 years Mike has gained a wide variety of experience from minor illnesses to trauma related injuries. His subsequent four years in the A&E department further honed his skills in managing acute conditions. Recognising the challenges patients face in accessing timely healthcare, he is passionate about providing an alternative option and, as a professional clinician believes in building strong patient-provider relationships based on trust, open communication, and mutual respect.

Mike is currently a member of the College of Paramedics and holds a level 7 qualification in Advanced Clinical Assessment and Independent Prescribing. He is also registered and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), ensuring adherence to rigorous standards .

Having worked as a Paramedic in the Ambulance Service for 9 years Mike has gained a wide variety ... Read More

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