World Physiotherapy Day

World Physiotherapy Day

On World Physiotherapy Day (8 September), we take great pride in celebrating the invaluable contributions of our Inpatient and Outpatient Physiotherapy teams. 

Our physiotherapists play a crucial role in helping patients regain mobility, strength, and independence, enabling them to lead healthier lives.  Today, we shine a spotlight on two members of the team, each with their own unique journey and shared dedication to patient care.  

Meet Sophie, Outpatient Physiotherapist 

Sophie joined The Horder Centre one year ago, bringing a fresh perspective and a deep commitment to patient centered care. 

What inspired you to get into physiotherapy? 

“I decided I wanted to be a physiotherapist when I was 13 years old. I was going through the process of thinking about careers and I wanted to be able to help people. I sprained both of my ankles (on separate occasions) when I was in primary school and never received any physiotherapy. This was due to the location being difficult to get to. I then made my decision to go into physiotherapy as I wanted to help people have access to this treatment.” 

What do you enjoy most about the role? 

“I enjoy meeting new people and doing my best to try and help them through their symptoms and injuries. I also enjoy running our classes for people who are progressing and recovering from their symptoms well.” 

Are there any challenges to the role? 

“There are always challenges within any job. I think the most challenging aspect for me of this job is only being able to help people to a certain extent. I have always wanted to help people, but sometimes that isn't always possible without the help from other specialists.” 

Sophie

Meet Sophie, Outpatient Physiotherapist 

Sophie joined The Horder Centre one year ago, bringing a fresh perspective and a deep commitment to patient centered care. 

Sophie

What inspired you to get into physiotherapy? 

“I decided I wanted to be a physiotherapist when I was 13 years old. I was going through the process of thinking about careers and I wanted to be able to help people. I sprained both of my ankles (on separate occasions) when I was in primary school and never received any physiotherapy. This was due to the location being difficult to get to. I then made my decision to go into physiotherapy as I wanted to help people have access to this treatment.” 

What do you enjoy most about the role? 

“I enjoy meeting new people and doing my best to try and help them through their symptoms and injuries. I also enjoy running our classes for people who are progressing and recovering from their symptoms well.” 

Are there any challenges to the role? 

“There are always challenges within any job. I think the most challenging aspect for me of this job is only being able to help people to a certain extent. I have always wanted to help people, but sometimes that isn't always possible without the help from other specialists.” 

Back Pain Treatment

Back pain is a very common condition and most people will experience back pain at some point in their life.

This year’s World Physiotherapy Day focuses on low back pain and the role of physiotherapy in managing and preventing it.

Meet Harry, Advanced Practitioner

Harry has gained a wealth of experience and deep understanding of patient rehabilitation, since joining The Horder Centre eight years ago, having previously worked as a band 5 (junior) physiotherapist at Tunbridge Wells Hospital.  

How has your career in physiotherapy progressed during your time at Horder Healthcare? 

“As an advanced practitioner, I am a specialist in the shoulder and elbow. Horder Healthcare has supported my personal development by funding external courses year on year, and now supporting my full masters. The flexibility of my role has also allowed me to pursue my career in Rugby, working part time in semi professional sport.”  

What do you enjoy most about the role? 

“Above all, I get to help numerous people on a daily basis. Working with the patient to help achieve their goal is very rewarding. I also get to speak to a variety of people from different backgrounds, cultures and interests.”  

Are there any challenges to the role? 

Harry

“Physiotherapy can be very difficult when appropriately attempting to challenge people's health beliefs. It is important to find the right time to do this within a restricted timeframe. Not everyone's health belief system needs to be approached. However, it is vital to understand the patient’s health beliefs when working with patients with chronic pain or conditions to support their recovery or management in a holistic manner. This ensures you put the patient first. This is however a welcomed challenge as you learn lots about the complexity of pain and people.” 

Meet Harry, Advance Practitioner

Harry has gained a wealth of experience and deep understanding of patient rehabilitation, since joining The Horder Centre eight years ago, having previously worked as a band 5 (junior) physiotherapist at Tunbridge Wells Hospital.  

Harry

How has your career in physiotherapy progressed during your time at Horder Healthcare? 

“As an advanced practitioner, I am a specialist in the shoulder and elbow. Horder Healthcare has supported my personal development by funding external courses year on year, and now supporting my full masters. The flexibility of my role has also allowed me to pursue my career in Rugby, working part time in semi professional sport.”  

What do you enjoy most about the role? 

“Above all, I get to help numerous people on a daily basis. Working with the patient to help achieve their goal is very rewarding. I also get to speak to a variety of people from different backgrounds, cultures and interests.”  

Are there any challenges to the role? 

“Physiotherapy can be very difficult when appropriately attempting to challenge people's health beliefs. It is important to find the right time to do this within a restricted timeframe. Not everyone's health belief system needs to be approached. However, it is vital to understand the patient’s health beliefs when working with patients with chronic pain or conditions to support their recovery or management in a holistic manner. This ensures you put the patient first. This is however a welcomed challenge as you learn lots about the complexity of pain and people.” 

Physiotherapy Careers at Horder Healthcare

Ready to take the next step in your physiotherapy career? Visit our physiotherapy careers page to hear more from our team of physiotherapists, the development opportunities, and Horder Healthcare benefits.

Book a consultation with The Horder Centre

Our team of physiotherapists are highly qualified at assessing the cause of joint, muscle and nerve pain and use a range of treatment methods to give you the very best possible outcome.

What makes Horder Healthcare unique

Horder Healthcare is committed to providing the very best quality of care for our patients and customers. We are continuously working on improving and reducing risks and this is reflected in our consistently high CQC results, patient satisfaction questionnaires and minimal levels of infection.

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