MSK Specialist Physiotherapist And Founder

Lou has TWO Masters degrees- from the University of Birmingham and Kings College London. She is a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist with over 15 years Physiotherapy experience. During her career she has been taught by and worked alongside, some of the most highly regarded international experts in Physiotherapy and Pain Science.

Lou has become Cornwall’s go to physio for complex aches and pains, including sports injuries and spinal pain.

Her areas of special interest include running injuries, tendon injuries, back pain and nerve pain.

As a Running Specialist Physio Lou has quickly gained a reputation as one of the very best clinicians in the UK and treats athletes from across the South-West and beyond from her base in St Austell, Cornwall. Lou has provided Physiotherapy for the Great Britain Hockey team, numerous Great Britain Runners and Triathletes and international competitors from the sports of Athletics, Rugby, Netball, Squash and Swimming.

Having worked with and been taught by some of the best Physio’s in the World, Lou founded Cornwall Physio to create a quality private clinic with world class facilities, right here in the South West.

With Her Wealth Of Expertise, Lou Will Help You Perform At Your Best Whatever Your Hobbies And Goals.

Chartered Physiotherapist

Hand-picked by Lou, John has already earned a great reputation for treating sports injuries here at Cornwall Physio. Chartered Physiotherapist and deep massage specialist, John is the "go-to" expert for anyone suffering with tight, tense, torn, stiff or achy MUSCLES (..sports or not).

John is the “king” of the clinic when it comes deep tissue massage, and his number 1 skill is likely to be your best option if you’re looking to recover fast from tired muscles. He is also a rehab and return-to-sport specialist and regularly seen guiding our patients through their anti-gravity treadmill sessions. John is also a keen runner and hoping to achieve a sub 3-hour Marathon in 2020!

John has previously worked in the NHS, but loves the extra care and attention that we can provide in private practice. John will help you to move better and feel better in the quickest possible time.

Chartered Physiotherapist

Rob joined the team at Cornwall Physio in October 2020, bringing with him a vast experience in Musculoskeletal Physio and sports injuries. Lou hand-picked Rob due to his experience working within specialist private Physiotherapy and elite level sports injury rehab. This experience makes him the perfect fit for the clinic here.

Rob is an all-round sports injury expert, with a specialist interest in the Shoulder and related injuries. He is a member of the British Elbow and Shoulder Society, which helps put him at the forefront of new knowledge and research to come out in this area.

Before training as a Physiotherapist, Rob was a full-time athlete, competing as a swimmer at International level. Rob had an incredible swimming career, representing Great Britain at all of the major championships, including the Olympic Games in London in 2012!

As a Physiotherapist, Rob's prior experience as a professional athlete is invaluable to his patients. He has worked with some of the world's top Physios and coaches - and uses this unique experience to get the best results for his Physiotherapy patients here at Cornwall Physio.

Away from the clinic environment, Rob enjoys surfing and is a staunch supporter and active campaigner for Surfers Against Sewage.

Reception / Admin

Dawn will be the person that greets you when you arrive at Cornwall Physio and also manages all of our bookings. She has an extensive background in Business Admin and has worked in both public and private sectors.

“I rode for nearly 30 years and competed in Dressage before taking up running”. Dawn also practices Yoga regularly, swims and Stand Up Paddle boards!

Dawn is also a Run Director for Eden Project Parkrun and part of the Mobile Crew for a couple of coast path Ultra’s here in Cornwall.