Stuart Galise Bsc (Hons) Physiotherapy
CSP: 059645 HCPC: PH57448
Stuart is our Lead Bristol and Bath Physiotherapist. He trained at King’s College London and graduated in 1999, he worked within the NHS for 5 years before moving in to private practice. Stuart has worked with London Welsh RFC and with many elite and aspiring elite athletes and sportsmen and women over the last 18 years. Stuart is also our Biomechanics Specialist and undertakes our Gait Analysis for the provision of Orthotics / Inserts and undertakes our running analysis service for those looking to maximise their potential and reduce the chances of injury. He is also currently Clinical Lead for a GP consortium in Bristol providing local Physiotherapy, Chiropractic and Osteopathy services. Stuart is a lecturer on our Post Graduate Course programmes and works within all our Bath Physiotherapy clinics at selected times and at Lodgeside Surgery in Bristol on a Friday morning.
Stuart is our Lead Bristol and Bath Physiotherapist. He trained at King’s College London and graduated in 1999, he worked within the NHS for 5 years before moving in to private practice. Stuart has worked with London Welsh RFC and with many elite and aspiring elite athletes and sportsmen and women over the last 18 years. Stuart is also our Biomechanics Specialist and undertakes our Gait Analysis for the provision of Orthotics / Inserts and undertakes our running analysis service for those looking to maximise their potential and reduce the chances of injury. He is also currently Clinical Lead for a GP consortium in Bristol providing local Physiotherapy, Chiropractic and Osteopathy services. Stuart is a lecturer on our Post Graduate Course programmes and works within all our Bath Physiotherapy clinics at selected times and at Lodgeside Surgery in Bristol on a Friday morning.
Matthew Shepherd Bsc (Hons) Physiotherapy
CSP:068038 HCPC: PH63547
Matt is our Clinical Specialist Bath Physiotherapist. He graduated from Huddersfield University in 2002 and worked for 2 years within local NHS Hospitals before specialising into sports and private practice. Working at a number of professional sports clubs, private clinics and hospitals has provided him with 15 years of invaluable experience in treating a range of clients from elite athletes to the weekend golfer striving to recover from a knee operation. With extensive post graduate training in Manual therapy, acupuncture, taping and rehabilitation he has acquired the skills to manage even the most complex presentations with expertise. Matt has also completed a Diploma in Injection Therapy which enables him to carry out pain relieving joint injections. He currently divides his time between our busy Bath Physiotherapy clinics and working as an extended scope practitioner carrying out Orthopaedic Clinics with Consultants at a Local Private Hospital. Alongside Stuart he is also a lecturer on our Post Graduate Course programmes.
Matt is our Clinical Specialist Bath Physiotherapist. He graduated from Huddersfield University in 2002 and worked for 2 years within local NHS Hospitals before specialising into sports and private practice. Working at a number of professional sports clubs, private clinics and hospitals has provided him with 15 years of invaluable experience in treating a range of clients from elite athletes to the weekend golfer striving to recover from a knee operation. With extensive post graduate training in Manual therapy, acupuncture, taping and rehabilitation he has acquired the skills to manage even the most complex presentations with expertise. Matt has also completed a Diploma in Injection Therapy which enables him to carry out pain relieving joint injections. He currently divides his time between our busy Bath Physiotherapy clinics and working as an extended scope practitioner carrying out Orthopaedic Clinics with Consultants at a Local Private Hospital. Alongside Stuart he is also a lecturer on our Post Graduate Course programmes.
01225 683007
Renu Khosla
CSP: 076581 HCPC: PH 76162
Renu originally graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University with a BSc Hons Human Biology degree before going on to qualify from Northumbria University, Newcastle with an MSc Physiotherapy degree in 2006. She completed her junior rotations at Salisbury District Hospital before going on to work in the community setting with neurology patients in West Wiltshire. In 2009 she moved into the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy at Chippenham Hospital and then went into private practice in 2012. Renu has a specialist interest in clinical pilates, soft tissue mobilisation including myofascial release, and acupuncture. Renu has also completed her pilates training with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates institute. Renu enjoys treating all musculoskeletal problems from neck pain to sporting injuries. She excels in the rehabilitation of people with long-standing back pain using a combination of manual therapies and Pilates; and believes in empowering people by having a greater understanding of their condition and how to take control of their symptoms.
CSP: 076581 HCPC: PH 76162
Renu originally graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University with a BSc Hons Human Biology degree before going on to qualify from Northumbria University, Newcastle with an MSc Physiotherapy degree in 2006. She completed her junior rotations at Salisbury District Hospital before going on to work in the community setting with neurology patients in West Wiltshire. In 2009 she moved into the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy at Chippenham Hospital and then went into private practice in 2012. Renu has a specialist interest in clinical pilates, soft tissue mobilisation including myofascial release, and acupuncture. Renu has also completed her pilates training with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates institute. Renu enjoys treating all musculoskeletal problems from neck pain to sporting injuries. She excels in the rehabilitation of people with long-standing back pain using a combination of manual therapies and Pilates; and believes in empowering people by having a greater understanding of their condition and how to take control of their symptoms.
Michael Jordan MChiro Hons
Michael graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic with a Masters degree in Chiropractic. Through his passion for sport, he believes in getting people moving through a combination of chiropractic treatment and physical exercise. Michael has worked with elite athletes, researching neck range of motion with the London Broncos, as well as providing taping, dry needling and soft tissue techniques to rugby teams across the Bristol region.
Although well versed in managing sporting injuries, Michael is equally at home treating everyday back and neck pain arising from postural issues and long hours sitting at our desks!
In his spare time Michael competes in a local squash league and is always looking for the next mountain to ski down. Michael is registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Royal College of Chiropractors and the British Chiropractic Association.
Michael graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic with a Masters degree in Chiropractic. Through his passion for sport, he believes in getting people moving through a combination of chiropractic treatment and physical exercise. Michael has worked with elite athletes, researching neck range of motion with the London Broncos, as well as providing taping, dry needling and soft tissue techniques to rugby teams across the Bristol region.
Although well versed in managing sporting injuries, Michael is equally at home treating everyday back and neck pain arising from postural issues and long hours sitting at our desks!
In his spare time Michael competes in a local squash league and is always looking for the next mountain to ski down. Michael is registered with the General Chiropractic Council, Royal College of Chiropractors and the British Chiropractic Association.
01225 683007
Nigel Farrelly BSc. (Hons) Physiotherapy
CSP: 49814
HCPC: PH107611
Nigel trained in Physiology and Health Science at Carlow Institute of Technology before studying Physiotherapy at The University of the West of England. He has a background in both Athletics and Gaelic Football (which he continues to play), is a Level 2 exercise and fitness instructor and has trained with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. Nigel is also a Silver Level Sports and Exercise First Aider with LUBAS medical and currently works alongside Whitehall Rugby Football Club in Bristol. Nigel works most days at our Bath clinics and is also available at Lodgeside Surgery Bristol on Thursday afternoon/evenings and a Friday morning.
CSP: 49814
HCPC: PH107611
Nigel trained in Physiology and Health Science at Carlow Institute of Technology before studying Physiotherapy at The University of the West of England. He has a background in both Athletics and Gaelic Football (which he continues to play), is a Level 2 exercise and fitness instructor and has trained with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute. Nigel is also a Silver Level Sports and Exercise First Aider with LUBAS medical and currently works alongside Whitehall Rugby Football Club in Bristol. Nigel works most days at our Bath clinics and is also available at Lodgeside Surgery Bristol on Thursday afternoon/evenings and a Friday morning.
Katie Young MSc BSc
CSP: 088382
HCPC: PH96088
Katie is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in neurological physiotherapy and rehabilitation. She also has a strong interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and sports injuries. Katie gained a Masters physiotherapy degree from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2010 after completing an undergraduate degree in Sports Science at Leeds University. Katie has also spent a year as a live-in carer for clients with spinal cord injuries. She completed her NHS rotations in Manchester before specialising in neurological physiotherapy and moving down to the South West. Katie strongly believes in individualised treatment and helping empower patients to achieve their goals. Katie’s enjoys playing football and running in her spare time.
CSP: 088382
HCPC: PH96088
Katie is an experienced physiotherapist specialising in neurological physiotherapy and rehabilitation. She also has a strong interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and sports injuries. Katie gained a Masters physiotherapy degree from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2010 after completing an undergraduate degree in Sports Science at Leeds University. Katie has also spent a year as a live-in carer for clients with spinal cord injuries. She completed her NHS rotations in Manchester before specialising in neurological physiotherapy and moving down to the South West. Katie strongly believes in individualised treatment and helping empower patients to achieve their goals. Katie’s enjoys playing football and running in her spare time.
Chris Martey MSc, BSc
CSP: 096949
HCPC: PH106146
Chris graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University with an honors degree in Sport and Exercise Science. He then went on to study his Masters degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East Anglia, Norwich. Chris spent two and a half years completing his core physiotherapy rotations at the Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Foundation Trust and now works full-time in the NHS as a Specialist Physiotherapist in Rheumatology. Chris' particular interests lie within musculoskeletal physiotherapy and rheumatology. In his spare time Chris enjoys anything to do with sports and he has played semi-professional football for the past six years. He also writes opinion pieces for Physiopedia's Physio Spot Voices column. Chris works at our Bath Physiotherapy Clinics on Monday and Wednesday evenings and is dedicated to empowering and supporting his patient's with their rehabilitation journeys.
CSP: 096949
HCPC: PH106146
Chris graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University with an honors degree in Sport and Exercise Science. He then went on to study his Masters degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East Anglia, Norwich. Chris spent two and a half years completing his core physiotherapy rotations at the Royal United Hospital Bath NHS Foundation Trust and now works full-time in the NHS as a Specialist Physiotherapist in Rheumatology. Chris' particular interests lie within musculoskeletal physiotherapy and rheumatology. In his spare time Chris enjoys anything to do with sports and he has played semi-professional football for the past six years. He also writes opinion pieces for Physiopedia's Physio Spot Voices column. Chris works at our Bath Physiotherapy Clinics on Monday and Wednesday evenings and is dedicated to empowering and supporting his patient's with their rehabilitation journeys.
Lucy Cooke, BSc Hons Physiotherapy
CSP: 095019
HCPC: PH104679
Lucy graduated from Keele University with an Honors degree in Physiotherapy. After University Lucy worked in Mexico caring for patients with neurological disorders and then spent 3 years completing her core NHS rotations including Intensive Care Physiotherapy, Stroke rehabilitation, Paediatrics and Musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Lucy has since moved to Bath and is now working full time as a Senior Physiotherapist working in the NHS Pain and Musculoskeletal Service alongside her evening and weekend clinics at Physioimpulse. Lucy is particularly interested in musculoskeletal problems, sport injuries, neurological rehabilitation and pain management and strives to tailor treatments to meet the need of every patient within her care. Lucy’s enjoys windsurfing and swimming in her spare time.
CSP: 095019
HCPC: PH104679
Lucy graduated from Keele University with an Honors degree in Physiotherapy. After University Lucy worked in Mexico caring for patients with neurological disorders and then spent 3 years completing her core NHS rotations including Intensive Care Physiotherapy, Stroke rehabilitation, Paediatrics and Musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Lucy has since moved to Bath and is now working full time as a Senior Physiotherapist working in the NHS Pain and Musculoskeletal Service alongside her evening and weekend clinics at Physioimpulse. Lucy is particularly interested in musculoskeletal problems, sport injuries, neurological rehabilitation and pain management and strives to tailor treatments to meet the need of every patient within her care. Lucy’s enjoys windsurfing and swimming in her spare time.
Jo Galise BA (Hons)
Practice and Communications Manager and Post Graduate Course Coordinator
Jo has a background in the Media Industry where she worked within the Publishing sector at a senior level for many years. Jo has been Practice and Communications Manager since 2008. She is very active and enjoys cross training and running on a regular basis.
Jo is also the point of contact for our Post Graduate Education Programme.
We work closely with local GPs and Surgeons to provide you with specialist on-going care should you not respond to Physiotherapy.
For knee conditions we would highly recommend Mr Neil Bradbury.
Visit www.neiltheknee.co.uk for more information on Neil Bradbury specialist knee surgeon Bath and London
Practice and Communications Manager and Post Graduate Course Coordinator
Jo has a background in the Media Industry where she worked within the Publishing sector at a senior level for many years. Jo has been Practice and Communications Manager since 2008. She is very active and enjoys cross training and running on a regular basis.
Jo is also the point of contact for our Post Graduate Education Programme.
We work closely with local GPs and Surgeons to provide you with specialist on-going care should you not respond to Physiotherapy.
For knee conditions we would highly recommend Mr Neil Bradbury.
Visit www.neiltheknee.co.uk for more information on Neil Bradbury specialist knee surgeon Bath and London
