Nicola Freeman

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Southampton University in 1998.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
• Nicola is also trained in the use of Shockwave treatment for chronic tendon problems.

Experience

Nic has worked in the NHS for 21 years and privately for 10 years in and around Bedford, with a broad experience base including musculoskeletal conditions/injuries, orthopaedics and hydrotherapy.
Most recently her work has focused on an extended scope practitioner role with specialist knowledge in the management of back pain.
Nic has also worked in consultant orthopaedic clinics in the NHS, specialising in hip and knee conditions.
 

Specialist Areas

• Spinal pain diagnosis/ treatment/ management
• Manual Therapy including mobilisations & manipulation
• Core stability training
• Soft tissue manipulation including trigger point & myofascial release techniques
• Posture analysis and muscle balance retraining
• Strength and conditioning – assessment and rehab