Testimonials

Dear Katie,
Thank you so much for seeing me in clinic for acupuncture today.
I can't believe I walked in limping and in so much pain, but after your treatment I walked out almost pain free, just a slight ache.
I have been suffering for a few months thinking it was never going to improve, but you have given me new hope. Thank you.
I look forward to my next appointment.
Thank you very much
Kind regards
Janice

Janice, Ascot

I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia nearly 2 years ago but battled through pain for a while before that. Nesa X Signal seemed to switch my nerves into a 'relaxed mode' which I physically felt after about the 5th session. I began to feel less tense and less pain (pain from from a 7 to 4) as the sessions went on. This gave me confidence to reach further for more healing with regular myofascial stretching ( long held stretches) I haven't felt this good for 3 years! I was having 7 out of 10 pain on waking, now its a 1 or 2 and I'm enjoying life more! .Sophie and the team at Scorpio were very realistic about X signal's potential to help me and very thoughtful about how to make me comfortable. I am grateful for all their care and knowledge they shared and that they offer this treatment which is so new in the UK. Thanks all !

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Lorraine, Reading

Three weeks ago I gave in to my knee’s many weeks of increasing pain with me struggling around with weight on other leg. I had deployed various supports but was feeling increasingly hopeless. I popped into VW clinic Saturday morning and learned it would be possible to be seen same day, which was a comfort in itself. Lorraine Chiang has since performed miracles working on my knee. After three visits, I am able to do most things normally including walking, up & down stairs without clinging to hand rail, bowls, and gardening. I am delighted with the progress and have just completed my fourth session to maintain momentum towards total knee normality. Thank you Lorraine.
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Alan, Virginia Water

Dear Jane I just want to say a big Thank You for your amazing physio work to relieve the pain in the upper right hand side of my back. After two sessions with you I did not require to see you again as I was almost pain free and I am now back to normal

JS, Lightwater

Viv is an absolutely brilliant lady! Let’s hope it fixes me.. otherwise I need that job much quicker to continue! Would highly recommend!

Steve B, Virginia Water

"I have just finished a course of treatment with Lorraine Chiang at Virginia Water.
I started with Lorraine some weeks ago with shoulder pains.
I just wanted to say how pleased I am with the treatment I received from Lorraine.
My pains have now virtually disappeared. Many thanks to Lorraine"

Julian B, Windsor

The session was just great, Ms Ivanova is incredibly knowledgeable and her approach is client-focus which is very reassuring. It was a very informative session and I’m sure anyone will benefit from Ms Ivanova’s nutritional help.

It’s also great to see the Scorpio clinic adding nutrition to its focus, and the high quality of care I’ve been experiencing with Mr Bajaj and other physicians years before is definitely matched by Ms Ivanova.
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Ricardo S, Virginia Water

Dana is an exceptional therapist and I had an extremely positive experience with myofascial therapy at Scorpio Clinics. I came to her for treatment on my c-section scar, which was causing me a lot of discomfort, including hyper sensitivity, numbness, back aches, and a pulling sensation in my tummy and ribcage.
From the very beginning, Dana was knowledgeable and professional, and immediately put me at ease. She took the time to explain the treatment plan to me and answer all of my questions, which made me feel confident that I was in very safe and gentle hands.
Throughout the treatment, Dana's kind and sensitive manner was so reassuring, and I felt like she genuinely cared about my well-being. She made sure that I was comfortable throughout the process and checked in with me regularly to see how I was doing.
I am really impressed with the results so far. After just a few sessions with Dana, my scar appeared flatter and the sensation was significantly improved. I also experienced a lot less discomfort and pain, which was such a relief. I can’t wait to see what a few more sessions will do!
Overall, I would highly recommend Dana to anyone who is seeking treatment on scars or myofascial therapy. She is a true professional who really cares about her clients, and she has an approachable and gentle manner that makes the entire process feel very safe and comfortable. Thank you, Dana, for all of your help!.

Elsa BJ, Englefield Green

I thoroughly recommend Lorraine Chiang as a Physiotherapist.
I started to see Lorraine in October 2022, as I was referred by my breast cancer surgeon because I was suffering discomfort - following a wide local incision at Shire, Wexham (July 2021) and radiotherapy at Genesis, Windsor (September 2021).
Lorraine was very thorough in her initial examination of me, and started to treat me for Axiliary Cording and Scar Tissue MSTR (RC Dysfunction). I also had some tenderness on the shoulder blade, which I hadn’t appreciated was related – so this was a huge relief to find that it was all connected and could all be improved.
Lorraine is incredibly skilful, and she can “feel” with her fingertips which areas are painful for me, even without me telling her exactly where they are – it’s almost as if her fingers have x-ray vision!
Lorraine knows exactly how much pressure to apply and is very methodical in her approach. She also keeps me constantly informed on what she is doing and gives me tips and exercises for me to do at home.
I feel very lucky to be receiving this treatment from Lorraine. The auxiliary cording has been removed, and the scar tissue tenderness and shoulder blade discomfort are improving. In addition, the treatment also seems to be improving my sensitivity to touch in the affected area - which is an unexpected bonus!
I thoroughly recommend Lorraine for other breast cancer patients. I have to travel from Windsor to Virginia Water for this treatment – and it is well worth it. In fact I would be willing to travel even further, for treatment with Lorraine. However, if this treatment was also available at Genesis in Windsor it would be even better.
Thanks,
Melanie Golding

Melanie Golding, Windsor

Thank you to Vikas and Scorpio clinic.

Having damaged my knee out walking, I was diagnosed with a meniscal tear and a damaged patella tendon. I was offered the option of surgery or physio.

I opted for Physio but had a tight deadline, so would revert to surgery if progress wasn’t forthcoming. Following the ultrasound, Vikas was immediately able to determine the primary cause of pain was the tear in patella tendon.

I underwent 2 courses of shock therapy - over the course of 2 months and couldn't be happier with the results. My primary goal was to be ready to cycle the London Ride 100 at the end of May and be able to complete a hiking trip out in Kosovo in early June. Last week i completed the bike ride and i will be heading out to Kosovo next week.

Not only has the treatment been effective but it's been a joy to attend the clinic, the setting is beautiful and the relaxed atmosphere can't help but put you at ease. Thanks again!

Paul

Paul, Fulmer, Bucks

I met Dana a week ago - she knows me as Claire - and having her perspective on my long-term physical issues has completely changed my expectations for the rest of my life. She has opened the door to a future for me, after eight years of worsening difficulties which has meant constant pain or discomfort, exhaustion and a limited life with a major impact on my family.

Conventional physiotherapists have not been able to help, and their exercises have often made things worse. The latest one recently told me they had never encountered a similar case in thirty years of practice, and could do no more for me. Yet Dana listened to me talk for just a few minutes, looked at me, and understood what was going on. Everything she said rang true with my recent experiences and many other factors throughout my life which until now had seemed unconnected.

She is hands-on, with an amazing ability to hold a limb in just such a way that it releases tension just where needed and all up through the body. She pressed places in my back, stimulating the body to move in unexpected ways when given free rein. She gave me simple exercises, explaining them in ways I could respond to, ready with alternative suggestions until one triggers the desired response. Her voice as she talks you through the exercises is calming and reassuring.

Dana has given me confidence that my own body holds the memories of how to heal itself. If only GPs and conventional physiotherapists were well-informed about myo-fascial release and practitioners such as Dana; so many lives could become fulfilling again if they were suggesting this route. I am spreading the word to friends and family and to everyone looking at this website: please don’t waste another day!

Claire

I have now had my 4th shock wave treatment both on my painful knee and my knuckle the latter which I hadn’t been able to move for many years.
I’m delighted and impressed with the change which happened really quickly.
My knee is less swollen and easier to move and the knuckle is able to move without discomfort. However I’m now aware of the discomfort in the second knuckle - everything is relative!!! I can even now hold a pen properly and my writing looks better.
I’m planning to complete the 6 treatments and to continue to use this as maintenance.
After trying several different treatments this has surpassed expectations.
I know it will not be possible for this to be appropriate for everybody and every problem but if it is I would recommend you try.
I can assure you the therapists will only recommend it if it suitable

Sue, Wraysbury

I just wanted to write to say how impressed I am with the acupuncture treatment I have received from Katie Scampton through Scorpio. I was in incredible pain and was seen by Katie within 24 hrs and gained some relief but was also given advice which I passed to my GP which helped diagnose a problem not previously diagnosed. Apart from the separate diagnosis I had been being treated for a frozen shoulder without much success, but since seeing Katie I have barely any pain and much more movement and now manage to sleep more than a few hours each night. A big thank you to Katie and Scorpio for your great treatment and friendly efficient service.

Wendy, Egham

Hi there,

I wanted to give you some positive feedback! :)

After seeing good reviews of Scorpio Clinic in Virginia Water on social media my younger daughter sought treatment for a pulled groin and then my older daughter for lower back pain.
We were really pleased with the care that they each received. After Christmas I suffered acute pain in my left shoulder that radiated to my left hand causing a feeling of pins and needles and eventually numbness.
I was treated by Lorraine Chiang, who one of my daughters had seen previously. I was very impressed with Lorraine’s ability to determine the root cause of the pain, to treat it, to describe the path forward, give me stretches and advice on how to manage the pain.
Lorraine is a cheerful and reassuring person who is comforting to have sessions with when one is in so much discomfort. She instilled confidence in me that I would be okay and I trusted her to be my primary healer, which I am very pleased to say that she was!

Scorpio Clinic’s online booking system is excellent and they work seamlessly with Bupa. The COVID protocol is simple and logical yet very thorough and gives me great trust to be at their facility.
I highly recommend Lorraine Chiang and Scorpio Clinic in Virginia Water.

Thank you,

S.L., Virginia Water

I just wanted, to let it be known that I’m very much looking forward, to resuming my acupuncture treatment, with Katie in the near future. She has helped me enormously through a very difficult time and her treatments benefit me greatly; not only physically, but mentally!

She’s very knowledgeable, genuine, kind and I completely trust her to know how to treat me accordingly and it’s not always so easy to find someone, who is all of the above and whom you feel comfortable, sharing very personal information with.

I sincerely hope that she is back at the practice soon, because I highly recommend her.

Jo M, Staines

Hi,

I wanted to send a testimonial for my treatments with Lorraine at Scorpio Clinics, as I have had both a virtual assessment and face to face appointment with her.

After struggling with severe knee pain for a few weeks, I did a virtual assessment with Lorraine, after which she gave me a series of different exercises and treatment recommendations. Lorraine was incredibly attentive, responsive and helpful as she made sure to check in with me via text on a regular basis, and responded to any questions I had immediately, for which I cannot thank her enough for.

I followed up with some face to face appointments after the clinic opened again, and again I can’t say strongly enough how attentive Lorraine was to really understand what was going on, do a full examination and answer any questions I had. After a few weeks of working with Lorraine I already have seen so many improvements in my mobility and knee pain, and she has given clear directions and a way forward every step of the way to make sure I know how to go forward with treatment and getting back into running.

I couldn’t recommend her enough and thank you very much Lorraine for how incredibly helpful you have been!

Thanks and regards,

Sofie, Virginia Water and France

I have been going to Scorpio for many years. During that time I was introduced to Lorraine who has turned out to be a little gem. Because I have scoliosis it needs to be managed as sympathetically as possible whilst at the same time regaining as much freedom of movement. Each time I would arrive with a different set of symptoms which to my amazement Loraine would set to work and doing her magic to alleviate the pain. Because of her excellent work I am able to keep active and enjoy life. Thank you, Lorraine

Pat M, Ashford

Many thanks for fitting in me in to see Vikas as such short notice. The whole experience was very professional and reassuring, as far as cleanliness goes. Vikas' advice and treatment was superb; thank you

Megan, Virginia Water, Surrey UK

Just wanted to say a massive thanks for the support and treatment I have been receiving from Jane for my shoulder problem. I had let an issue become a real problem over the 12 months and finally did something about it. I have had six sessions where we have used various techniques including massaging and also acupuncture and this has helped me free up so I have some more movement and not the constant sharp pain I was suffering with . Jane also urged me to tie this in with having a cortisone injection to help try and then work deep in to the problem. Unfortunately this tied in with the Covid outbreak so we haven’t been able to work on this as much as possible. All through the lockdown though Jane stayed in touch with me and sent me exercises that I could complete as well as sending me bands so I could stretch and keep the shoulder working. Am looking forward to finally sorting this issue and I know I am on the way to being pain free for the first time in over a year.

Richard G, Frimley

I would certainly recommend Viv at Scorpio, I have received treatment from Viv on quite a few occasions over the years and always gets to the root of the aches and pains.
She is professional but at the same time very friendly and genuinely shows an interest in the wellbeing of her clients.

Theresa W, Egham

Following a back operation many years ago I see Viv at Scorpio for ‘maintenance’ sessions as well as the usual problems of working in an office so dealing with neck issues. She’s a fantastic physio and I can’t recommend her services highly enough.

Debbie, Weybridge

I have been working with Viv for many years now. She is a fantastic physiotherapist whose huge knowledge and excellent techniques help motivate our patients to get the best possible functional outcome after surgery. Just ask her patients.

Mr. Martin Logan
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Harley Street Knee Clinic
78 Harley Street
London W1G 7HJ

Martin Logan, Consultant Orthoapedic Surgeon, London and Windsor

Now that we are emerging slowly from lockdown, I just wanted to mention how impressed I have been with Jane’s continuing attention, kindness & interest in myself & wider family (whom she’s previously treated) since the clinic closed.
This is of course aside from her always professional & attentive approach during our physio sessions in Lightwater since December which really helped put my shoulder back on track to recovery.

Jadu, Lightwater

Having suffered from pain in my hip and buttock area for sometime and having tried various treatments recommended by a Consultant I was referred to Scorpio for some physio.

I have been seeing Jane over the last year and she has given great advice and professional treatment. Jane has used many different techniques on me and her experience and perseverance over time has helped my condition. Scorpio clinic also has a wide variety of equipment available for treatments.
I am also seeing her for pelvic floor issues which I am hopeful will be equally beneficial.

Thanks for the great service!

Rachel, Woodham

I first came into contact with Jane after a course of six sessions with an NHS physio, where I met three separate physios who each gave me their opinion of what they thought was wrong and what exercises I should be doing to alleviate the problem.

On a visit to the doctors I was told to get in contact with Jane at Lightwater who “would sort out my back problem”

On my first visit Jane told me to lie on the table and after checking advised me I had one leg shorter than the other, after a series of twists and turns readjusted my pelvis and cured the initial problem.

On subsequent visits Jane eased my back problem with acupuncture, ultra sound and manipulation. She also gave me a series of exercises to do on a daily basis.

I have always found Jane very easy to talk to and very professional in her approach to my back problems and said she would endeavour to fit me in if I had a problem between appointments.

Had I not met Jane I would have been in a lot of pain and discomfort

Lastly if I were asked to rate Jane on a 1 to 10 basis with 1 being poor I would rate Jane as an 11

John M, Lightwater

Jane, I just want you to know that I couldn’t have been happier when I made the change from the Physio’s at the hospital, to you.

From the onset you were professional, knowledgeable and caring. You are a superb physiotherapist who always put me first at all my sessions, nothing was ever too much trouble. I would highly AND gladly recommend you to anyone in need of physio treatment.

Thank you so much for looking after me so well! ????

Kim Spence, Windlesham

Jane first treated me in January 2015. I had a frozen shoulder which we asked for a guided injection to my ligaments to facilitate a more effective treatment. I saw Jane weekly for 6 to 10 appointments. My shoulder did become easier to use and I regained normal movement.

I am 50 years old, I have MS and I am a wheelchair user. Inevitably the muscles that support my shoulder joints have started to diminish. Jane has set various exercises to strengthen my biceps, triceps and rotator cuffs. I am no longer able to transfer to a treatment bed and so Jane has been able to manage when I recline my wheelchair back so that I am lying straight and horizontally. Through manipulation of each shoulder joint and ligaments down my arms I am able to achieve significantly greater movement in my arms in a crucifix pose and also to twist my hand backwards. We are almost, but not quite there.

Thank you,
Tracy Mears
Grateful physio patient.

Tracy Mears, Lightwater

Having initially dislodged a ligament in my lower back, and getting nowhere with my doctor, I came across an advert for Scorpio Physio at my doctors surgery.
I made an appointment with Scorpio and saw Jane, who, from my first consultation, made me feel that someone was finally listening to me, and would be able to help.
It is no exaggeration to say that Jane helped me get back on my feet again, having initially staggered so painfully, and tearfully, into the Scorpio clinic.
Her help and advice was immeasurable to me, and her calmness and reassurance, along with genuine concern for my welfare, gave me the belief that things WOULD get better, and with her help they did.
I will always be so very grateful to Jane, and can not recommend her highly enough. Thank you.

Helen P, Lightwater

I saw Jane in the second half of my pregnancy for pelvic girdle pain. Jane made me feel very comfortable and at ease during our initial consultation and gave me hope that the pain could be treated with manual therapy and acupuncture. Throughout our sessions Jane was excellent at explaining what she was doing and why, how it could help, and what I could do in between sessions. It didn’t take long to see an improvement and I often left the clinic pain free for a few days! When the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions were put in place and the in-person appointments got cancelled, Jane still made sure to check in regularly with me to how I was feeling, and give me advice to follow at home. I still felt very well supported. I would definitely recommend Jane as a women’s health physio and absolutely for pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain.

Laura T, Egham

JANE Mayes of Scorpio Clinics was recommended to me by Dr Sarah Jones. I had an intercostal muscle injury from a fall that had been making breathing painful for about 8 weeks. I already had a physiotherapist from my knee op that I thought was good but I have a lot of respect for Dr Jones, so decided to go to Jane (and she is at the Lightwater Surgery a couple times a week which was so convenient). Well, now let me tell you I will not be going to any other physio EVER! Jane is brilliant. Very professional, friendly, knowledgeable and a real ‘no nonsense’ physio. She gets down to work and gets the job done. She explains what she is doing so you can really buy into treatment, and shows you how to help yourself. Above all else, her treatment works! Thank you Jane!

Gail P, Lightwater

I met Jane at the beginning of February 2020. At that time I was unable to walk without a walking aid and was in a great amount of pain. On her first examination and assessment she identified a hip/pelvic problem. My treatment continued throughout March achieving positive results up until Covid19 Lockdown. At this point treatment in the clinic was not possible.
My initial concerns were unfounded. Jane telephoned me to explain how we might continue treatment from afar. Using text and/or telephone conversation she has been “at my side” directing, guiding and supporting me. Even when I experienced a small set-back she instilled much needed confidence and offered kindness and compassion throughout. There is no doubt I have very much missed Jane’s hands-on approach but even though this has not been possible she has and continues to do an amazing job. Jane has gone above and beyond, remaining both professional, skilled and friendly at all times. I cannot recommend Jane highly enough and thank her from the bottom of my heart.

Patricia M, Englefield Green

Having never seen a physio whose specialty is pelvic floor I could never have had any expectations on the service I received from Jane, but if I did have any they have been utterly surpassed.

Jane is a wonderful person and a wonderful physio. I’ve had terrible pain in my back and have had to rebuild strength in my pelvic floor after having my son and her help has altered my life for so much the better. She’s always there to give you helpful constructive advice, and helps you in areas you never realise you needed help.

She Also has a lot of strength and can really get you out of pain. I honestly can’t rave about Jane highly enough, she is a kind and caring person in addition to being extremely skilled. Can’t recommend her enough.

Kristina S, Windlesham

Having always been blessed with good health, been a cyclist for my whole life, and having had no major injuries I was very shocked to say the least, to hear that at the age of fifty seven both my knees were showing significant deterioration from the effects of osteoarthritis with the likelihood I would ultimately need knee replacement. This followed an MRI scan, then an arthroscopy on the left knee that was causing me most pain.
Fast forward 2 years, knee now causing me significant pain just to walk, after seeing another consultant, steroid injections to my left knee, and buying an expensive knee brace I was advised that knee replacement should be delayed for as long as possible given the risks involved, also to take regular dosage of pain killers and ‘manage the pain’.
The pain from my knee however was now causing me difficulty in doing my favourite pastime – swing/jive dancing and I was feeling very down about the whole thing. A chance conversation with a work colleague who suggested I should contact Mr Martin Logan, a very well respected and hugely experienced specialist on knees working from Harley Street and Princess Margaret hospitals, Windsor.
A consultation with Mr Logan followed and subsequent x-rays revealed both knees were in a bad way, the right one about a year less ‘worn’ than the left. He said I should strongly consider total knee replacement, at a time when I could no longer manage the pain. Unlike my previous two consultants he was extremely positive about the outcome of knee replacement.
Some months later in January 2018, after weeks of worry and doubt that I was making the right decision, Mr Logan carried out a total knee replacement operation on my left knee at the Nuffield hospital in Woking.
The operation went very well and I began a physio and exercise programme with Mr Logan’s specific recommendation of Viv Roe at the Scorpio Clinic in Virginia Water.
My nervousness and trepidation of the

Derek L, Staines

In September 2019 I had a high-speed crash from height on my mountain bike during a competition that left me in pain and with less than ten percent movement in right my upper arm / shoulder. This made it very difficult to do everyday activities such as dressing and driving. I had an appointment with Consultant Mr Richard Sinnerton and an MRI that confirmed I had a large chronic retracted tear of the right supraspinatus and infraspinatus (right shoulder / rotator cuff) so this was an acute on chronic previous injury. As surgery would be very difficult with a long downtime and no guarantee of success, he recommended that I should see Viv Roe at Scorpio due to her expertise in this condition for rehabilitation. The aim was to get to a level of functional control and strength around the shoulder. Viv commenced a programme of Physio rehab, acupuncture and exercise on a reformer and the results in two months were astonishing. I now have full movement, full functional control, no pain and no need for difficult surgery with a long recovery and I am back on my mountain bike but, will probably give competitions a miss in the future. I have worked the exercises that Viv has set into my routine and have enrolled in her Clinical Pilates to keep my shoulder strong. I am so grateful for all that Viv has done to help me to recover from this injury and get back to doing the things I love to do and take for granted, I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Ken G, Bracknell

I have used Scorpio many times over many years and cannot recommend them highly enough - they are amazing! This review however is posted on behalf of my partner who has been having video consultations with Vikas during lockdown ....
'I have had two very beneficial 'lockdown video' consultations with Vikas which have significantly helped my knee problem . His prognosis and advice were delivered in a clear, positive and professional manner which gave me confidence. He also followed up with emails and telephone calls to check on progress and answer any questions. Very good progress has been made ! Thank you Vikas.

Tina P, Lightwater

TestimoniaI first went to Viv about 3 years ago having slipped on some black ice and hurt my lower back which did not clear up by itself.

I actually knew nothing about physiotherapy so was very surprised when after only 3 half an hour visits with Viv the pain which had lasted for 3 months completely disappeared. Since then I always go straight to see Viv when I get any persistent pains and she always manages to sort them out for me.

I also have to say I liked Viv immensely as soon as I met her. She is bright, friendly, funny and very knowledgeable about physiotherapy and I cannot recommend highly enough.

Wendy S, Virginia Water, Surrey UK

TestimoFollowing a total knee replacement in January 2020 I began physiotherapy rehabilitation twice weekly with Viv at Scorpio Clinic.

After the initial couple of visits we started using the Pilates reformer. Over the next 3/4 weeks Viv gradually increased the time and resistance on the machine. I really think that this helped a great deal in stretching and strengthening my legs' muscles and increasing flexibility in my knee joint.

Six weeks after the operation I saw the surgeon and he was extremely pleased with the results. I walk now much better than before the operation and I am in no pain!

Many many thanks Viv and Scorpio Clinic for all your help.

Elisa H, Ascot

I had initially moved to London to find a hyper mobility specialist since there weren’t any where I’m from.
Before meeting Dana I went to numerous specialists and whenever I mentioned pain, subluxes, stiffness etc.. they all shrugged it off saying its part of my condition. Therefore, I thought there wasn’t anything I could do to manage the pain.
Upon meeting Dana, she spent 2 hours going through sleeping positions (with trials), sitting positions, pain and sensory tips to help with my condition. I had never met anyone as passionate, loving and compassionate as Dana. In my first session I was in tears because for once I sat in front of her with no pain.
Dana is extremely knowledgeable in managing and treating hyper mobility.
Save your time and money, and try her for a session…. you’ll be extremely grateful!
Love you Dana ??????

Meera, Surrey

Thank you Scorpio Clinics for investing in the latest PEMF Zimmer therapy machine. Having used an older machine elsewhere previously, I am now getting immediate pain relief (especially at night) from just a few sessions. My knee is feeling MUCH stronger and I have been able to return to the gym to resume an exercise regime that for so long left me stiff and in pain. This of course all helps with continuing to strengthen muscle around the knee again and kick start a return to a more active life. The sessions are so quick- 20 minutes and I can't wait to try the Zimmer on my ankle Tendinitis- I am going to be a new woman!

Anne, Virginia Water, Surrey UK

Absolutely amazing and I won't hesitate to recommend Dana and her skills, knowledge and expertise.
I went to she her as 20 years ago I had ruptured an ankle ligament playing sport, that was now causing me a lot of pain in my lower leg. In fact the whole of my right side was struggling - tight gluts, IT band and shoulder. Dana listen intently and with in minutes had worked out that the root of the problem was in fact my jaw!! I wasn't sure at first but the results convinced me. Since that first visit I have been completely pain free in my ankle and lower leg and generally feel so much better. I'm even back running!
The added bonus is that she is an advanced Pilates instructor and is happy to give postural/alignment advice while treating you.
Thank you Dana, I'm so glad you were recommend to me, you have really made a difference.
Money well spent, I just wish I could afford to see you more often...

Sue, Staines

I would like to share my experience with Dana at Scorpio Physio Clinic.

Dana has helped many times during the past three years when I had pains in the back, neck or hip. The method is amazing, the fascial tissue therapy is a painless soft pressure/massage which is very gentle but highly effective. Depending on the problem it sometimes took a few visits until the problem was resolved but I was always able to feel an improvement immediately after the first visit. Before consulting Dana, I hadn’t even heard about fascial tissue. After nearly 30 years of chronic pain in the back and related breathing issues I can honestly say I that am feeling much better than I can remember in a very long time. Dana looks also into the history and reason why a problem occurred or developed. I learned for example that part of my problem was a wrong position of my feet and hips when standing. Dana sent me to her colleague for a couple of pilates lessons to target this issue with great success. Only by standing properly I took so much pressure off my back.

Although the first focus is concerning the fascia, Dana has a holistic approach to the problem. There is always a history and correlation of physical and emotional issues. It took me some time to open up to this method but it am so grateful that I did. Together we found some interesting background information coming from my childhood which helped me to understand and address the problems.

In the meantime I have referred many people to Dana and the feedback was very positive. I can warmly recommend Dana as a professional, thoughtful and intuitive person with extraordinary skills and healing hands.

Evelin
Virginia Water

Evelin, Virginia Water, Surrey UK

I had a great treatment from Sophie at the clinic. Their Sunday emergency service is great and really helped me when I was in a lot of pain. It only took 2 sessions to relieve my neck pain and then I was referred on to Dana at the clinic who also helped me so much. A truly great clinic with kind and understanding staff.

Ricarda, Chobham

Just writing to say a big thank you to Karl, who i saw on a couple of occasions recently about pain in my back and leg. Since my visits, all improving! Hurrah! Never had anything so painful. Am continuing with the exercises he recommended I do each day. I really appreciated being able to get an appointment straight away and if I have any more problems in the future I will give you a call. Thanking you again for all the help! Best wishes Kim

Kim, Virginia Water

I have taken my nine year old son to Dana after being successfully treated by her myself. He has had voice strain for about six years, with permanently swollen glands in his neck. About two years ago, he had an endoscopy, blood tests and was then diagnosed with 'voice misuse', so he had some speech therapy sessions at school. After going back to the doctor recently, and being told there isn't anything more that can be done, other than perhaps a vocal coach to learn to project his voice, I decided to take him to Dana to work her magic and 'reset' him so that he can learn voice management with a clean slate. We are two sessions in and Dana has released a lot of the tension in his neck (and his personality), and is working with him on how to maintain this physiology and use his muscles effectively - for talking, breathing and shouting! Dana offers something different. I was referred to her myself after a number of months of unsuccessful traditional physio treatment for tennis elbow. She treated me a few times about 18 months ago, and I've been better ever since. If you see Dana I'd recommend you have different expectations to regular physio though: her sessions are not the traditional deep manipulation and stretching associated with physio. Instead her treatment on both my son and me has been gentle, intuitive, and

Genna, Sunningdale

The moment you meet Dana you feel her positive healing energy. She is one of the loveliest persons I have ever met. She is overwhelmingly the most dedicated to her patient's success. Having suffered years of regular headaches several time a week it was so amazing to go through a complete week headache free after Dana worked her magic. Her gentle hands on treatment, her calm persona and her caring, loving attitude is healing in itself. Each session I have had with her, she intuitively works on the root cause and always explains each process she is undertaking. I would highly recommend booking an appointment with her.Testimonial...

Rome, Wraysbury

I first came to Scorpio with back problems about 7 years ago. I couldn’t move around after sitting, I couldn’t swing a golf club and my ribs and upper back were rigid. After only a few months of one-to-one pilates sessions plus daily exercises at home for just 20-30 minutes a day there were amazing results. My whole posture changed, my balance and breathing improved and all stiffness was gone. I have continued with fortnightly one-to-one sessions with Tanya Laing ever since and my golf handicap has come down dramatically as I can now rotate may body freely. I recommend Scorpio to anyone who will listen.

Steven, Virginia Water

I started going to Pilates at Scorpio Clinic almost a year ago. My instructor Tanya had a huge task ahead of her as I was in a bad way from a significant back injury. Some days I couldn't even walk properly let alone think about doing sport again. After neglecting my body for years with regard to strengthening and stretching I was on the bottom run of the ladder and Tanya certainly had her work cut out. It was hard and it hurt but slowly I have been able to bend and stretch, strengthen and improve my posture by 100%.
She is a true professional, very hands on and knowledgeable.
I trusted her 100% from the start because she made me feel that I would improve and get better and indeed I have. I am now running around again and my body responds to sport much better now that pilates is part of my regular routine. I go every twice a week if I can and I look forward to seeing Tanya and my pilates. This is the best thing I have every introduced into my life.
I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Kim Age 57

Kim, Ottershaw

Dear Sophie

Thank you for your listening ear on Friday evening! Your phone call was much appreciated.

I have had no further problems.

I couldn't believe the first time I left the clinic I had no pain and also after the next three visits!

I have been very pleased with the physio that I have received from Lorraine.

Thank you again. Please feel free to use my accolade for your services . Hope it does help generate new custom - They will be pleased with their choice!

Valerie

Valerie , Windlesham

Dear Sophie

Thank you for your listening ear on Friday evening! Your phone call was much appreciated.

I have had no further problems.

I couldn't believe the first time I left the clinic I had no pain and also after the next three visits!

I have been very pleased with the physio that I have received from Lorraine.

Thank you again

VF

VF, Windlesham

I’ve seen a lot of practitioners in my quest to manage chronic pain. But it’s rare that you find yourself lucky enough to come across someone like Dana. I know my body is talking to her even before I’ve opened my mouth to speak. And when she lays her hands on me, they are cool - not in a cold sense but a calming one.

I’ve come to accept that whilst I do have some physical issues some, maybe a lot, of my pain is driven by emotion. I’ve had some very intense sessions with Dana where I feel we have dug deeply to release long held emotional constrictions. When my time is up I leave feeling lighter, calmer and more positive. We’ve talked for a whole hour even thought we might have hardly said a word - just my body responding to her touch.

Dana is intuitive, calming, forgiving, knowledgeable, positive and kind. I would recommend her without hesitation.

SK, Woking

At the beginning of September 2017 I had my first appointment with Dana Bregman at the Scorpio Clinic in Virginia Water. The referral for my treatment which was MFR was from my GP as well as my Gym instructor.

I had been going through a very difficult time with the death of my husband in the Summer, general anxiety, problems with both my balance and posture.

My balance when walking outside was terrible and I was constantly afraid of falling. Inside the house I would literally bump into everything Totally misjudging distances, corners, door frames etc.

I am hyper mobile and normally fit and a constant weight of under 60 kg. I am on various medications for atrial fibrillation and high blood pressure as well as a blood thinner. I believe that my diagnosis at the surgery was a possible peripheral neuropathy.

I commenced a course of treatments with Dana and right from the first one I felt the results of the release treatment. There was some very good advice on various exercise to strengthen my core muscles as well. Each following treatment brought more and more benefits.

I followed up with regular gym classes on a twice a week schedule . My posture has improved, I now walk sure footed outside and in a straight line and am no longer afraid, inside the house I have found my balance too, no more hitting elbow, arms and hands on door jams and handles.

I had never heard of the treatment of MFR. Myofascial release before. Dana explained it beautifully and in great detail. Stretching and releasing this very fine skin which covers our muscles and organs brings a lightness to the whole body. Each of my sessions was just short of one hour duration. The whole process was incredible relaxing both for body and mind.

I think that it is very important to have this medical massage only with a specifically trained practitioner and I found the expertise of Dana Bregman was perfect for me. Her actual hands on treatment was only part of her work, her

Helga, Sunningdale

I am writing to recommend Scorpio Clinics to anyone who is suffering chronic musculoskeletal pain as the physios in the practice have really helped to keep me going over a number of years. Scorpio is a very caring and human practice and I always felt in safe hands.
In particular I’d like to say a big thank you for recommending myofascial release therapy as this represented a big turning point for me. My pelvis/sacro-iliac, lumbar condition has affected my life for 24 years and, while I will probably never be totally free of the problem, my two courses of myofascial release treatment have taken my ability to live a far more comfortable and normal life to another level. I initially had the treatment with Sophie and noticed that I was able to do significantly more physically and that any aches and pains started to recover much faster than before. When Monica, a pilates instructor at Scorpio Clinics suggested that I book for another course of myofascial release, I saw Dana for a series of sessions. Dana’s approach is very holistic and intuitive and by using subtle but very effective techniques, she has helped me tremendously so I have progressed even further. My body feels better aligned and I have a set of simple self help exercises to keep the good work going. I have gained in confidence and now do far more as I feel more physically resilient. I will certainly return for a myofascial “MOT” at regular intervals so I stay on the right track.

Ann, Camberley

Just a couple of lines to say how impressed I have been with the treatment I received from Dana. I came to her with very stiff neck and head pains and in 2 sessions she managed not only to relieve a lot of the stiffness and pain but also to explain exactly what she was doing and why and to give me a wide range of exercises and ideas to manage and release this stiffness. I have nothing but praise for her.
Many thanks

Paloma, Virginia Water, Surrey

I have had a slipped disk which is sitting on my nerve for around 3 years now and have seen so many specialists with little or no progress. I originally saw a physio in Sheffield who used the theraflex machine and was recommend to me but it was too far for me to travel. This is how I found Sophie, I searched and searched for a physio that used the theraflex machine and I couldn't believe Scorpio wasn't too far from me. I absolutely love visiting Sophie and her beautiful clinic. I'm a HUGE animal lover and I just love seeing the ducks and sweet Fergie too. The whole clinic has a lovely vibe, Sophie is just great and she genuinely wants to get to the bottom of your issues. It's very early days for me but I am very pleased with the treatments so far. I have been seeing small but consistent progress each week, Sophie has lots of tricks and methods up her sleeve so I'm really excited to see what we can do. I definitely feel I'm in good hands! Thank you :)

Stephanie, Lightwater

Scorpio Clinics has become a regular part of my health and fitness regime, every bit as important as my gym sessions and dietary supplements. Working bi-weekly with Julia in the Pilates Studio helps me maintain flexibility, suppleness and core strength, vital in protecting my sometimes sensitive back and joints; and receiving monthly myofascial release treatments from Dana has literally given me a new lease on life. I stand straighter (and taller!), move freer, even sleep better (and wake with less stiffness in the morning). Oh, and then there’s the excellent physiotherapy available from Sophie and the rest of her team, for those times when I "fall off the wagon" and develop acute pain. Thank you, Scorpio — don’t know what I’d do without you!

Jane, Virginia Water, Surrey

I moved back to the UK from Australia almost a year ago and somehow hurt my back in the move. I used to see an osteopath in Australia every 6 mths or so for some lower back relief. I saw my first physio the day after I arrived thinking it would be a quick fix. Over the next 6-8 months I saw 2 physios and 2 osteopaths - with little to no effect. I saw my GP who sent me for an MRI and concluded I had some mild disc bulging on the lower 3 vertebrate and concluded a man of my age should live with the accompanying pain. I am 41!!

I took up yoga to try and get some relief and the class instructor highly recommended Dana. I started at Scorpio seeing Lucy (I insisted on an osteopath as they'd 'fixed' me previously in Australia). Lucy helped me enormously and then advised I see her colleague - Dana.

Since then, she has performed wonders. I have been able to sleep through the night with no pain relief, have been more mobile with my 3 young kids and have been able to continue running without paying for it for days after! I am fascinated by the science behind fascial release and the impact it has had. She is a real credit to your practice and is a miracle worker. I now feel 41 again - and am looking for a new GP!

Mike, CAMBERLEY

Hi Sophie,
Just a word of thanks to Viv who has been treating me for back and neck problems she has also treating my wife and mother.

As with other members of the Scorpio team I have seen in the past she always acts in the patients best interest and professionally at all times, the facilities at Virginia Water are excellent never have to wait long for an appointment.

Regards
Bob W

Bob, Staines

I started seeing Dana last year for chronic pain in my hip and sciatica stemming from an old sailing injury that is complicated by my hyper-mobility. Her subtle work in myofascia release has essentially re-programmed my posture over the past year to enable me to unwind some of the patterns leading to pain and strengthen the connections through simple exercises at home. Our initial sessions began two weeks apart for several months, after which I've been able to manage on my own and have only needed to come back after a four month gap for a "myofascia MOT."

Kate, Virginia Water, Surrey

I have known and worked with Sophie for over 22 years.

In that time frame I must have needed her physiotherapy/ orthopaedic care more often than I care to remember. Sophie has an enormous reservoir of experience (together with an encyclopaedic knowledge base) which she can access to fully understand the reason for the source of your pain. She methodically goes through her experience in a 'step by step' basis until she finds a solution to help you and eventually eliminate the source of your pain.

On more occasions than I care to remember, I have barely been mobile when I decide to come and see Sophie but after a discussion and a number of sessions, she has enabled a full and complete recovery.

I for one am so grateful to her capabilities.

Ray, Twickenham

I am back in Australia and it is cold and wet in Perth.
My back survived the plane trip without any discomfort.

I must say that the treatment that I received from you has helped me considerably and so far the exercises alone are sustaining the improvement. You also restored my faith in the
medical profession and the possibility of my getting back to full functionality. Apart from the odd spasm of discomfort when the needles hit a really sensitive spot I really enjoyed our
sessions. You have a great capacity to put people at ease whilst pushing, prodding and needling.

Thank you very much for putting this old crock back on the road to recovery. I will certainly recommend your services whenever I can.

Unfortunately I am having difficulty locating anyone with exactly your skills in Perth. The one clinic that you recommended no longer uses the Sarah Key treatment........

Bill, Perth

Dear Sophie
During 2014 I was suffering with back pain but reluctant to seek any form of treatment.
Eventually as the pain worsened I was forced to rethink and decided on seeing a physiotherapist.
I sought recommendations from residents in my locality and Scorpio Clinic was highly recommended. I read through the cv's of team members and although they all sounded ideal, I decided to make an appointment to see Viv. Within just 3 visits, Viv had identified and worked on the problem area relieving the pain. She provided me with exercises to do at home to strengthen the problem area and hopefully prevent its return.
Throughout the 3 visits Viv explained what was wrong and what she was doing to assist me. Her encouraging words and reassurances were equally helpful.

Recently I have been suffering with a painful shoulder. This time I had no hesitation in deciding to see a physiotherapist and was straight on the phone to arrange an appointment with Viv. This time Viv used both massage and acupuncture to relieve the pain and return full use of the painful shoulder. The treatment took 2 visits but I requested coming back for a third treatment for my own satisfaction. Again I have been given exercises to continue with at home.
I have no hesitation in recommending Scorpio Clinics and Viv. I should add that I have also introduced my wife for treatment at the clinic and yes, with Viv.
Thank you Viv

Henry, Middlesex

I have to say all your therapists are high level but Viv seems to really get all my problems and I get brilliant service from her

Andy, Thorpe

Having seen four specialists and various physios with no concrete diagnosis or results I was in a pretty low place with the intense nerve pain I was suffering in both arms when I was referred to Dana. I had been suffering for a few months and had been off work for two, but she was quite confident she could improve things in three or four sessions. By session three most of the nerve pain had gone, and a few weeks later I was back to work. Her approach is very different to any other physio I’ve seen and she’s clearly incredibly tuned in to the workings of the body, as well as the mind, and has provided relief for me in both areas. I can’t recommend her highly enough.
Regards
Paul

Paul, Bisley

Dear Sophie
Due to my recent surgery I was struggling to straighten my right leg. Despite all your help and exercises, my knee just would not cooperate. Once you helped me realize there were no other issues with my knee I began using the Elite Seat and the results were amazing. In 4 days my leg was able to fully extend! I will say the process to get there was challenging and somewhat painful at first but after each use my leg felt better and the pain during each session subsided. I used the machine 2-3 times a day which I believe was essential to the speed of my recovery. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is struggling with similar issues.

Margaret, Sunningdale

Hi Sophie

Just a quick line to say Thanks for the last 10 sessions of “Pain” ! you obviously know exactly what you are talking about as I'm now back running again and will probably be a better person to live with ( very pleased wife). Nick Morgan recommended you for your expertise in this field and was spot on !
Thanks again

Ralph (not so miserable now ha ha )

Ralph, Warfield

Hi Sophie,

Just a quick note to say THANK YOU for encouraging me to see Dana B. I had my first appointment with her today, and she is fabulous (you were right!!) I will be back next week to see her again.

Jane, Virginia Water

Your back machine (the theraflex) had an incredible impact. Vast improvement. More please
PH

(Scorpio note: this was following multi-level spinal surgery)

Peter, Bracknell

A wonderful clinic, who have helped me no end!! 18 months ago I had terrible lower back pain, and after a handful of sessions with Steve Ott, utilising the Sarah Key technique, with some exercises to support it, I am pain free, and know what to do if I ever do feel the onset of the same discomfort.
Tonight is another case in point - my neck went into spasm this morning and I phoned for an emergency appointment this evening... Sophie saw me at very short notice and has significantly helped. I can't recommend Scorpio Clinics enough - thank you team :-)

Julia, Staines

I can not recommend enough the fabulous treatment that I have received at Scorpio Clinics. They have literally given me my life back. Through a series of treatments called Sarah Key Method and Fascial Manipulation I am pain free. So I am writing this to let people can know that pain doesn't have to be part of their lives and that they are in safe hands at Scorpio Clinics.

Sharon , Ashford

Visited Sophie on Friday in terrible pain almost unable to walk after half hour of treatment and advice I left feeling 100% better, did my homework (exercises) that she set over the weekend and returned on Monday a new person. Cannot recommend scorpio clinics enough they truly are remarkable people. Thank you all so much. JM

Janet, Egham

Hi John, Sophie

I really enjoyed the two day course and feel the benefit of the exercises already.

The course has really encouraged me to believe that achieving a better posture is certainly achievable, whilst at the same time being able to maintain a more healthy being. As I mentioned when I was leaving on Sunday, the course has left me with a real sense of peace in respect of this.

I really appreciated all the various exercises you coached us through. This provides a menu of activities to work with to target various different parts of the body as and when necessary. At the centre of all the Gokhale exercises is a philosophy inherent from our ‘original’ anatomy, which for me provides the evidence, and reassurance, of a defined objective to work towards.

John, your enthusiasm for Gokhale is very tangible. I appreciated the depth of information you gave us and the persistence that you maintained when coaching us to acquire the correct postures, and the handy tips /advice which you so freely shared. Thank you very much.

I would be interested in a follow-up course do please let me know dates when you have them.

My best regards,

RH

Richard H, Chobham

Hello Sophie, Just wanted to say a big “Thank You”.!!
My name is Roger. For several weeks/months,I had been suffering from a serious pain in my right lumbar region and had a couple of x-rays and also taking 400mg ibofuren prescription tablets. All of this,without any diagnosis!!
I was very fortunate to get an appointment with Jane,on 8th Dec @1330 hrs @ Christchurch Rd: She quickly diagnosed a cause of my pain and
treated me for it. She also gave me 3 acupuncture needles. I had explained to her that I was going on a long haul flight to Malaysia later that same day
which I wasn’t looking forwards to,too much.
During the flight,absolutely no pain,or discomfort.I now do the exercises she recommended and so far, pain gone.!!
Best Wishes

Roger T-T, Egham

(this lady was treated mainly with Niromathe Method):

Lucy I just want to say you are amazing, thank you so much for helping with easing my dizziness due to vertigo, not only have you made me feel so much better you all so removed all my aches and pains in my neck area I feel like a new women I will certainly be recommending you to family and friends thank you so much you are a star!!🌟

Maggie, Datchet

Dear Sophie,

I am writing to thank you enormously for giving me my life back! That, by the way is no exaggeration.....

If you remember I came to you 18 months ago with a condition called 'dropped foot'. The doctors did a number of tests, EEG, MRI and xrays and discovered that I had a bulging disk, but they never really got to the bottom of why it occurred or how to recover from it. Their only suggestion was that time and rest would heal it but that could take a year or more!

However I was in a lot of pain and discomfort and I found it difficult to move/walk about safely without tripping over my foot. Also being a teacher and having two young children meant that life was totally miserable and in order to cope at all I was taking far too many pain killers.

Then I came to you and after an initial examination you introduced me to the Sarah Key method. I loved the treatment, which was you walking on my back with your bare feet! And I loved the block exercises which I had to do twice a day for 10 minutes. Immediately I began to feel back in control of my life and that something was slowly improving.

After seeing you for 6 months, I was able to move my foot and pick it up almost to the same level as my good foot and more importantly not trip up! Also I was able to work and play without the pain killers and live again a normal life.

18 months later, I still do my daily exercises with the block. I can now take part in exercise classes and almost keep up with my children!

I am writing this email so that other people can know that pain doesn't have to be part of their lives and that they are in safe hands with you at Scorpio Clinics.

With best wishes

Sharon PH

Sharon, Addlestone

Just a short note to say how thankful I was for the treatments I had with you. I wish I would have been able to return but unfortunate my time was cut short on my return.
You have been a wonderful relief for my terrible pain please give my regards to Katie and a big thank you for the healing.

Best regards
Christina

Christina, Egham

Over the years a combination of wear and tear due to advancing years and numerous unplanned departures from various horses has resulted in lower back and pelvic pain, especially in the sacro-iliac area. Needless to say, periods of sitting or lying down leave me stiff and, initially, unable to stand fully upright until I have taken several steps. I have also been having problems with my right soleus and Achilles.

I visited Scorpio Clinics to see Sophie for an MOT on the offending area rather than leaving it until it seized up totally.

She felt I would be an ideal candidate for Fascial Manipulation and took a full history of all injuries that I could remember ever having. A key event was an infection in my right hip joint twenty years ago - most of my problem areas are on the right side.

Special points (known as centres of co-ordination according to Sophie) on my right side - pelvic area and leg - indicated a pattern of imbalances and the treatment that followed to stimulate them ranged between quite uncomfortable to easily bearable and I felt significantly looser when I left.

The following morning was nothing short of incredible! I got out of bed easily, stood up straight and walked normally immediately for the first time in at least 10 years!! During the day when I work as an Aromatherapist, I spend a lot of time sitting on the floor massaging people's feet. Usually, getting up is creaky, to say the least, as is walking normally for the first few steps. Not that day - I got up easily and just walked!

As far as I am concerned, this technique is totally amazing and I will definitely have it again - and again.

Liane Deacon
Fully upright Aromatherapist

Liane Deacon, Egham

I just wanted to let Jane know that my neck has been significantly
better over Christmas and New Year and though not symptom free seems
to recover quickly after minor 'trauma' caused by activity eg DIY or
log splitting etc.

The sessions have helped considerably and I haven't felt the need for
more appointments though I no doubt will at some point in the not far
distant future.

The treatment has been a positive experience and I greatly appreciate
the skills that have been applied.

Laurence J, Windlesham

A big thank you to Steve........he worked hard on my knee problem, and 3 sessions later and by doing his exercises daily, I am skiing with the kids and the knee feels fantastic !!

Dave F, Virginia Water

After damaging my wrist, I was sweating to be ready for a very important golf match coming up in four days time. In my mind I thought I had no chance. I was treated by Sophie and she worked wonders with a couple of appointments. The recovery I made in such a short space of time was staggering and I was able to play in my match with no pain at all. I highly recommend her to all my clients.

Richard Bishton PGA Professional Senior Instructor, Windlesham

Dear Sophie

First of all a very very big thank you for the hard work and effort you put in to restore my right knee and leg to normality.

I never really believed you would achieve to realign my leg from a permanent bend of seven inches so that the knee would go totally flat and that the foot could be lifted without disturbing or moving the leg.

Obviously there were periods of a little discomfort, but compared with the physio I used prior to coming to Scorpio, you did not use brute force, you used a vast amount of experience, knowledge and some of the most unusual techniques I have seen, which have produced great results in returning my leg and the use of the knee to normality.

I am very glad Paul Trikha, my surgeon, recommended you as did my GP, you and your colleagues are obviously held in great esteem by the medical profession, and rightly so..

Again very many thanks.

Kind regards

Mike

Mike, Staines

My knee which normally makes lots of clonking and crackling and clicking when I have to move/unlock the meniscus has stopped doing all that. I'm now at my gym about to do some cycling. The implications of this technique (fascial manipulation) are just out of this world. I will see how the knee goes but I think the point in the foot was the humdinger, it feels like I'm walking on a different foot. Unbelievable.
If this is the end of my knee problem the ramifications are completely life changing for me. Thank you :-)

I look at people I know and the work they do: most hate their work. I can say with absolute honesty that I am doing what I was born to do and would not be doing anything else. Our head, heart and hands changing people's lives is the greatest gift to me. And it has been a wonderful experience working with and learning from you. Your dedication to furthering yourself is an inspiration to me, for which I thank you. I look forward to seeing you again Sophie

Richard - a fellow professional (chiropractor), Herts

Over the past year I had been struggling with a leg injury which started during a workout at the gym. After numerous visits to physio, an ankle consultant and a podiatrist, I eventually turned to Sophie for help. After several sessions of various physio techniques Sophie asked if I would be open to trying an alternative treatment called Emmett. At this stage I should add that I had very poor balance in my left leg and foot following an operation twenty eight years ago, which unfortunately was unsuccessful and left me with very poor balance on my left side. I must say that this was the most bizarre treatment I have ever had. It was completely painless and consisted of Sophie running her finger down the back of my leg, under my foot and tapping my leg in several places. Sophie then asked me to stand on my left leg and instead of wobbling and trying to find my balance my leg appeared stronger and very little wobble. Sophie repeated the procedure again and I could not believe that I could balance without any problem and hardly a wobble in sight. I have absolutely no idea how or why this worked but it did. I returned for a further session with Sophie the following week and the balance in my leg was amazing and continues to be. It really was a miracle. My family were amazed at the change in my balance and I have been telling all my friends about this weird treatment.
So if Sophie suggests this to you, give it a go and hopefully you too will benefit from this amazing technique.
Thank you so much Sophie.

Mary Andrews, Egham

I would just like to say a massive thank you to Viv Roe for my treatment i received over the last couple of months.
She was treating me for tendonitis in my knee, which i got training for london to brighton charity bike ride.
Last weekend (8 sep 2013) i completed the ride with no knee pain and raised nearly £500 for bowel cancer uk.
I wouldn't have been able to do this if it hadn't had been for Viv so i am very grateful to her.

Gareth, Ashford

Steve was brilliant and very reassuring. I am a bit sceptical sometimes about physio - but he so obviously knew what he was doing, identifying the pain source straight away and then explaining the treatment approach. I have not used your service before but certainly will in the future - and have already recommended you to a friend. Many thanks

Linda

Linda, Shepperton

Just a note to say "thank you!" for the effectiveness of your recent treatment of the intermittent pain in my ankle. This had been difficult to find the cause or cure for, since it only occurred in the particular circumstances of wearing ankle high walking boots, and I'm glad that I was referred to you in the hope of finding relief for this unusual condition.

We were working against the tight deadline of my imminent trip to Everest to return the ankle to full fitness, and I'm sure that your use of the Gunn Technique accelerated the repair / healing process, supported by the exercises that you showed me for specific muscle -groups.

Thanks to your treatment I'm pain-free now, and I have recently tested this in prolonged trekking sessions as part of my preparation for "the big one", without any problems.

Thanks again - I'll be sure to send you a picture from Everest Base Camp!

Roy Page

I have spent a lifetime taking part in competitive orienteering and had some very good success as a young runner. Just 2 or 3 years ago, I undertook a programme of fitness training, intending to achieve high level success in this sport, hopefully gaining podium places at British level. I recognised that it would take several seasons to achieve the improvements I needed, and I have been steadily rising up the ranks. Unfortunately I suffered a major trauma to my left leg during last year's season and as a result I put an odd loading on my legs (continuing to run through the pain) and subsequently inflicted multiple muscle and soft tissue damage to many areas of my legs. For nearly a year I have had pain to the inner leg side of my right knee - suspect that the trauma had simply been the last straw in several areas of weakness. The pain was most apparent while flexing the knee and also straightening it in a stretch. The pain and tightness in all muscle groups above both knees was causing slowness and running difficulty, especially over very physical terrain, like rough, bouldery moorland, forest brashings and steep climb - all of which are regular features of orienteering competitions.

After trying several treatments, I was on the point of referral to a surgeon, when I turned to Sophie for a consultation. I was hoping that her specialization in knees would indicate a soft tissue treatment that would avoid any sort of surgery. Sophie gave the leg a thorough examination and identified a few areas of weakness. When she found very specific pain points at the knee she diagnosed a medial plica and suggested that dry needling could give very immediate relief for the condition. She described the treatment as causing small wounds in the plica that invoked a spasm in the muscle with quite sharp pain, which then subsides and causes healing at that point.

I was keen. She started with the first treatment during that first session and the knee pain dramatically disappeared.

Linda Pakuls

The Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) treatment has made me feel much better in treating the problem I'd been having with my neck for the past 2 years,
Despite only 2 treatments, the severe headache which I had been experiencing frequently was much reduced. The stiffness in my neck and shoulder is much improved.

In my opinion, this method is an excellent way of treating this problem.

Gunasuntary

I just had to write to say thank you for wielding your magic needles on my knee, Were just back from a week in North Yorkshire (first foray in search of a place to retire) and it was such a pleasure to be able to walk 5-6 miles without any pain or after-effects, especially to go down steep and slippery dales without having to save either knee.

I think I bored Alan by the number of times I said, "Wow, this feels so good!". I certainly found the stiles easier than did our new hound who is not really built for them (see attached). ...........

Lesley

Following an ankle injury I experienced a disabling sciatic pain and initially saw an osteopath who sent me for an ultrasound scan of the ankle and a subsequent consultation with a specialist. He recommended an extended course of physiotherapy as the pain was clearly being caused by a number of issues. So after seeking a solution for three months and still unable to walk any distance (although I could cycle) I was recommended to Sophie Dhenin at the Scorpio Clinic. After researching my condition, Sophie commenced on a weekly regime of Intra-muscular Stimulation Therapy. These sessions went on for a few months and in the latter stages there was a marked improvement. Finally after about eight months of therapy the pain disappeared completely. In the last two months I have been able to resume a fully active life, feeling even better than before the problem started. Sophie, from the very outset gave me a feeling of confidence in her treatment and my faith has been amply rewarded.

Joseline Rawlins

I am 39 year old a rugby player, golfer and cyclist and over the last few months, Sophie has treated me for my lower back injuries. I particularly value the fact that Sophie is herself an athlete. As such, she understands the importance of getting me back training and playing as quickly as possible. Prior to commencing working with Sophie at Scorpio, I was suffering from continual lower back pain and "Freezing" related to my Young Onset Parkinson's, Sophie has treated my lower back pain using the Sarah Key method, which involves manipulation of the back by the feet, it's not much fun during the sessions but afterwards the rewards are huge, I am able to walk , run freely, stand still and play with my beautiful three old twins without surging pain up my back. Sophie has also given me some maintenance exercises which I complete once a day, my balance and fitness have improved greatly due to this. I'm happy to report that I haven't had a fall since starting the Sarah Key method and have found it is very beneficial.. It has definitely slowed down the progression of my back pain due to Parkinson's disease.

Mick McCarthy

My name is Corporal Of Horse Mark Jaworski and I am 38 years old. I am a Senior Non Commissioned Officer in Her Majesty's Household Cavalry Regiment. I have been a Soldier for 15 years now, and love my work. I have suffered for the last 4 years with lower back pain, and my career was hanging in the balance, so I came to Scorpio Clinics for help.

My back pain was so bad that I could not even reach over the sink in the morning to brush my teeth or shave. I was living on Anti Inflammatory for 4 years every day and was really unwell. It was affecting my career, my home life and I was getting very depressed. I came to Scorpio Clinics where Sophie introduced me to the Back Block as well as treating me on a regular basis. The exercises are very relaxing and after a little practice become second nature and easy to do. They take only a small amount of time to complete and the results are staggering.

Since seeing Sophie at Scorpio Clinics and using the Back Block I am 99% pain free in only 3 weeks of treatment. My life has been turned around and my career is safe. I feel happy and my painfree back is letting me live my life again.

I am so grateful for the help and training I have received from Sophie and her team at Scorpio Clinics, they have truly given me my life back. I would strongly recommend the Back Block to anyone with lower back pain.

Mark Jaworski, Knightsbridge

When I met Sophie in June I was feeling very worried and scared due to a disc prolapse and consequent sciatica along with a general spinal disc deterioration. Other spinal surgeons had already proposed surgery or an epidural cortisone injection, which I wanted to avoid. I had had other treatments in the past, ie chiropractors, osteopaths, ozone/oxygen treatment, physiotherapy and pilates, however none had managed to contain my back problem. After an in-depth assessment, Sophie immediately proposed I try the Sarah Key method, which I had never heard of. It sounded too good to be true – and tailor made for my problems and situation. When I tried the first steps of the programme, I could feel the benefits instantly and I knew that I had finally found the right approach to help me manage my back problems. Since I’ve been following the method my back has steadily improved and strengthened and is now in excellent shape. I’ve already shared my discovery with friends and family who have also given the method a try with very promising results. I can recommend it whole heartedly, it was a life saver to me.

Georgia Mandl