Pain Free Start

I have been using Helen to help deal with a range of muscular-skeletal issues. Helen is a great listener, really taking time to get to know you to build a full picture before designing an effective program that addresses the fundamental causes of your issue. I have worked with many physiotherapists in my professional capacity in sports and can highly recommend Helen as an effective and caring physio.

Jonathon RobertsEx-Performance Director England Rugby League & Talent Director for British Athletics

I have worked with Helen for many years at Leeds Nuffield Hospital where I work as a specialist hip and knee surgeon. As part of my practice, we have plenty of patients who have problems with their back. I occasionally struggle with my own back and know Helen is the lady to help sort it out. Not only did she give brilliant care in terms of getting it going again, but she also gave some great advice to keep it in great shape. I have been following this for the last couple of years and have been abusing my back with games of squash since with no problems. Thanks for the great care. Would definitely recommend.

James HahnalConsultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

I cannot recommend Helen highly enough. She has been helping me recover from a shoulder operation and whist super knowledgeable, she is also really great at putting me at ease. I have recommended her to my Sister and Mum….she just needs my Dad now for a “full house”! My recovery is slow but with Helen by my side Im making progress steadily. Thank you Helen.

Sally MooreSenior Manager Experian

After a motorcycle accident, in which I broke my leg in 3 places, I had to walk with crutches for a long time and developed sincere back pain. What my osteopath didn’t manage in 6 sessions, Mrs Manders did in two. I can’t praise her enough. In my view, she has great diagnostic and therapeutic skills. The exercises, she sent me home with have been beneficial. She is down to earth, she is a great communicator and has impeccable “bedside manners”. Recently, after a second operation she has also treated my foot and ankle, again with great results. That is if you don’t like pain. Im considering simulating some imaginative pain after treatment has been completed. Naah, she would find out and send me home.

Professor B A Van Hout, PhDProfessor of Health Economics, School for Health and Related Research (ScHARR), University of Sheffield.
Chief Scientific Officer, Open Health, Evidence and Access

Helen is lovely and makes you feel very much at ease, she has really helped me look at a well rounded approach to improving my back pain.

Katy BellVetenarian

I cannot recommend Helen’s practice enough – she has a breadth of knowledge but explains in a way that’s easy to understand.
I had built up a large amount of muscle imbalances during my career as a rugby player and martial artist. I began developing regular injuries that seriously affected my performance and mental health. Helen’s gradual approach greatly helped me on the road to recovery and peak performance. Thanks Helen!!!

George WestFarmer

Helen is a great physio and I couldn’t recommend her enough! This year I competed at the Ultimate Frisbee World Championships and faced a number of injuries that I was able to overcome as a result of Helen’s expert knowledge, care and advice. She takes the time to listen to your issues and asks lots of questions to find out exactly what the issue is before delivering a great rehab and prevention programme. A truly top-class physiotherapist!

Ollie Tanner-SmithUltimate Frisbee Player and Student

Helen has been brilliant at helping with my injury and getting me back to full health. She is obviously very knowledgeable but also understands the challenges and frustrations of having an injury.

Cheryl MurrayHead Nurse (RVN)

Helen is absolutely wonderful! She has helped me so much with my back and given me so much useful information that I will be using everyday going forward.
She is also lovely and makes you feel very welcome and comfortable to share anything.
Thanks, Helen, if I need physio again I will definitely come back to you.

Callum HeartshorneSupport Worker

After suffering many years of back pain especially whilst driving, I visited Helen as she had already treated my wife. Helen was able to diagnose the muscle imbalance that had eluded doctors and other physio’s over the years. After manipulation, stretching & core strength exercises the improvement has been amazing!

Paul NellisManaging Director, Orangery Solutions

Helen is an amazing physiotherapist. I suffer from shoulder/neck pain due to my profession as a hairdresser.
Helen’s diagnosis and treatment has helped enormously. She explained the reason for my pain and recommended strengthening exercises that I could do myself at home. I have benefitted from her professional and kind approach.
I would highly recommend Helen

Amy TaylorSalon Owner and Stylist

Helen was able to quickly diagnose the cause of my ailment and through her excellent coaching and treatment, I was able to make a full and lasting recovery. She has a straightforward hands on approach and I would highly recommend her.

John KirbyFarmer

Helen has been treating me for problems with lower back pain which i’d been experiencing for over 6 years. I am a keen runner and the pain had been holding me back from training to the point I’d practically given running up. After a careful assessment Helen pinpointed the issue early on. The combination of exercises and manipulation has really helped and I am now experiencing minimal if any pain.

Judy SandlanCritical Care Nurse

Helen is really approachable and knowledgable and most importantly helped get to the root cause of my back pain. I am now back doing sports and continue to use the advice and exercises Helen has given me to help prevent future injuries. Thanks, Helen.

Ed LangstaffFinance Manager

Helen is approachable, empathetic and immensely knowledgeable in her field. Not only did I receive advice on swift and comfortable injury recovery, but gained insight into posture realignment and corrective exercises to avoid future damage. What more could be wanted of a Physio?

Joanna Weatherill Reflexologist

Helen was great. I went 4 or 5 months ago for the first time with Chronic Back Pain and really thought I’d be this way for life as I’ve spent the last 5 years having treatment but getting no improvement. All I was doing was spending more and more money to get sorted and I wasn’t. I’ve been to Helen 4 times in the last few months and since have made a massive recovery by doing daily exercises and stretches which she showed me during our sessions and then left me to carry on at home on my own. Really great service and the value for money is incomparable to anywhere else. Give it a try, honestly, it’s worth every penny.

Gerry StanleyRetail Business Consultant EE and BT

After years or shoulder and neck pain, I’d been to many different physios including an NHS one and made no progress. Reluctant to get tied into another set of treatment, I was a bit hesitant to try another physio but I am so glad I did. Helen quickly diagnosed my issues and got me mobile again. She also empowered me to treat myself so my recovery was quicker. Wish I’d tried Helen in the beginning!

Caroline FlatekvalTeacher

Why Pain Free Start?

Experienced

Over 20 years of experience working in hospitals, professional sports and running my own clinic.

Trained

I am a Chartered Physiotherapist registered with CSP, HCPC & Physio First.

My Core Values

I genuinely care about my patients and work hard to deliver a quality service with great outcomes.

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