Carlisle Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic

Welcome to Carlisle Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic, located at 49 Cecil Street, Carlisle CA1 1PA. Our clinic is now open for face-to-face treatments, following a telephone triage that includes Covid-19 screening. We are dedicated to providing high-quality physiotherapy services, adhering to the guidelines set by the government, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and Physio First.

Our team of experienced physiotherapists has a minimum of 4 years of practice and is committed to continuous professional development. We are equipped to handle a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries, with a particular interest in sports injuries.

Our Team

*Judy Hattle*

Judy qualified in 1981 from The Queens College, Glasgow. She has gained extensive musculoskeletal experience through her work in the NHS in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Carlisle, followed by a stint as the Physiotherapy Manager in a private hospital. Judy has completed several courses, including the MACP Spinal Mobilisation Course part 1, Cyriax Foundation Orthopaedic Course, and a Foundation Acupuncture course. She is a member of the Acupuncture Association of Physiotherapists and has a special interest in musculoskeletal injuries, with a particular focus on sports injuries.

*Shiona Hattle*

Shiona graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2012. She has worked as a rotational Band 5 Physiotherapist at St Helens and as a Musculoskeletal Band 6 at Lancaster. Shiona has been working part-time in private practice since 2015, treating musculoskeletal problems with hands-on treatment, electrotherapy, and exercises tailored to her patients. She has completed the Acupuncture Association Foundation Course for pain treatment and is a member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists. Shiona enjoys CrossFit and spending time with her two children.

*Jamie Blakeley*

Jamie graduated with a Masters in Physiotherapy from the University of Cumbria, having previously completed a degree in Sports Rehabilitation. He has a keen interest in sports rehabilitation and incorporates his knowledge into his own gym training. Jamie also has a strong interest in football and rugby.

Receptionist

Sophie Edwards

Our clinic has part-time receptionists who cover the clinic from 08.30 till 13.30, Monday to Friday.

What to Expect

Upon your first visit to our clinic, you will undergo an initial assessment that lasts up to an hour. This is necessary for our physiotherapists to understand your problem and gather information about your medical history. The assessment involves questions, discussion, and an objective examination of the affected area, checking mobility, structures, tenderness, and stiffness. After the assessment, we will explain our findings, recommended treatment, and provide self-care advice.

It is essential to wear suitable clothing for the assessment, allowing the physiotherapist to access the area. For neck and shoulder problems, it is necessary to remove shirts/blouses, and for lower limb problems and lower back problems, it is necessary to remove trousers, so shorts would be appropriate.