Physiotherapists

All of the physiotherapists at Central Health Physiotherapy are members of The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and registered with The Health Professions Council. With approximately 40 staff, Central Health Physiotherapy has a substantial base of experience and encourages the exchange of knowledge and ideas. Physiotherapists are available to ensure service cover 52 weeks of the year.

The Occupational Therapists are all state registered and members of The Health Professions Council.

Gemma Newell MManipTher BSc(Hons) MCSP

Central Health Physiotherapy since February 2008;
based at Chancery Lane (Lead Physiotherapist)

Specialisation

Spinal, sport injuries and lower limb conditions
Acupuncture and manipulation

Other experience

Over 5 yrs experience working in two large London teaching hospitals
LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) physiotherapist supplying medical cover at National tournaments
London Marathon physiotherapist
Physiotherapist for the 2011 Badminton World Championships and 2011 All England Badminton Championships
Extensive private practice experience
International Veteran's rugby 10's physiotherapist
Previously worked for Wasps RFU ladies and youth teams
Contributed to the publication of research articles
Masters research into shoulder characteristics in elite waterpolo players
Lecturer at Nurse Practitioner Conference at South Bank Uni 2009/2010

Education

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Manchester University, 2002
Master of Manipulation, Curtin University, Perth, Australia, 2008

Other

Played junior National tennis and county hockey and netball.
DCA qualified tennis coach
Collected match statistics live on the BBC at Wimbledon