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NICOLA SHAW PHYSIOTHERAPY
Experienced, Quality, Professional
Nicola is an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner, providing expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a range of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions in Stockport based on the border of Cheadle Hulme and Bramhall.
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Nicola provides a relaxed and caring environment and is passionate about the benefits of physiotherapy in regaining your potential, with a hands on approach to help you achieve your goals.
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In addition to regular physiotherapy treatment Nicola offers Advanced Practice skills including corticosteroid injections and signposting to appropriate diagnostics and Consultants.
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​Are you ready to take the first step towards recovery? Book your appointment with Nicola today and start your journey to better health!
SERVICES
The aim of physiotherapy is to restore proper functioning to the body by reducing pain and regaining movement. To achieve this an understanding of the condition or injury is needed before appropriate treatment can be administered.
Using her many years of experience, Nicola will provide a thorough assessment, including history, medical background and physical examination to provide a diagnosis. Treatment options will be discussed to ensure patients are at the centre of their care and their goals are considered. If necessary, recommendations may include further investigations or referral to other specialties.
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Orthopaedic knowledge is combined with a physiotherapy background to offer a complete approach to managing your condition. This includes the option of steroid injections that Nicola can provide herself or signposting for diagnostics/surgical opinion if required.
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Soft-tissue and joint mobilisation
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Exercise therapy
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Acupuncture
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Post-operative rehabiliation
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Postural assessment
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Taping
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Biomechanical assessment
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Corticosteroid injections
BACK AND NECK PAIN
We specialise in treating a range of spinal conditions, including disc prolapse, facet joint pain, mechanical spinal pain, spondylosis, whiplash, and postural dysfunction
OSTEOARTHRITIS
We provide expert management for pain caused by degenerative joint disease, affecting all areas of the body, including the shoulder, hand, hip, and knee.
WORK RELATED DISORDERS
We address postural dysfunction, repetitive strain syndrome, and spinal pain, offering ergonomics advice and links to workstation evaluations.
POST-OPERATIVE REHAB
We have with orthopaedic consultants and post-operative guidelines, tailored rehabilitation and progressive exercise therapy.
SPORTS INJURY
We offer comprehensive rehabilitation for lower and upper limb injuries, along with expert advice on investigations and injury prevention
SOFT-TISSUE INJURIES
We treat a wide range of conditions, including rotator cuff-related shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, wrist tendonitis, repetitive strain syndrome, hip bursitis, knee ligament strains, patellofemoral pain, ankle ligament injuries, Achilles tendinopathy, and plantar fasciitis
BIOMECHANICAL DISORDERS
We offer biomechanical assessments with rehabilitation, advice on orthotics, core stability rehabilitation, and connections to podiatry services.
WORK INJURY
We provide specialized physiotherapy for workplace injuries, helping employees recover quickly and safely while preventing future issues.
At N Shaw Physiotherapy, we hear your story and take a detailed note of your medical history. From there we create an individualized treatment plan aimed at achieving the functional goals we set together.
ABOUT NICOLA SHAW
Nicola is a Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists, qualifying in 1996 with extensive experience in private practice and works as an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in Orthopaedics for the NHS with a special interest in spinal conditions.
She is highly trained, achieving her MSc in Manual Therapy, gaining MCAP membership. She is also trained in acupuncture and is a registered non-medical prescriber providing corticosteroid injections.
She is passionate about improving patient's lives and recognises the impact of pain on both physical and mental wellbeing. Nicola brings together her years of experience with evidence based clinical knowledge to provide a high standard of care. ​Nicola believes in the power of exercise regardless of age or background and has experience treating patients with a wide range of medical conditions as well as athletic individuals. She practices what she preaches, enjoying running, yoga and bootcamp in between work and spending time with her family. ​​​​
PATIENT RESOURCES
MANAGING YOUR BONE, JOINT
OR MUSCLE PAIN
Supported by NHS England and MSK leadership groups this link provides useful information and exercises for a range of common conditions. If pain continues despite trying self management exercises and pain relief it is time to contact a professional. Physiotherapists are experts at assessing musculoskeletal pain, get in touch for further information.
BACK PAIN
NHS guidance on managing lower back pain includes the benefit of exercises and pilates videos and patient advice. Nicola Shaw specialises in the assessment and treatment of back and spinal pain working in the NHS with a consultant team. Get in touch to discuss management of your pain and spinal condition.
ACUPUNCTURE
Nicola is a trained Acupuncturist with post-graduate training and offers this for assisting pain relief for musculoskeletal conditions. Research has demonstrated acupuncture can enhance endogenous opiates, such as dynorphin, endorphin, encephalin, and release corticosteroids, relieving pain and enhancing the healing process.
" Are you moving poorly because you are in pain?
Or are you in pain because you are moving poorly?
AFFILIATIONS
Local yoga, pilates and podiatry services supporting holistic patient care network.
Cheadle Hulme Physio Pilates
Sam is a Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in MSK and pelvic Health specialist. She ha taught pilates for 8 years and is qualified to teach ante/post natal, women's health and pilates for athletes.
www.cheadlehulmephysiopilates.com
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CONTACT
Get in touch arrange an appointment and discuss any enquiries or follow us on Facebook or Instagram for regular updates and information.
Nicola Shaw Physiotherapy
19a Gillbent Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7LE.
07967621344
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Please note there is no step free access to the clinic.
