Physis Reviews 44

I was recommended Physis, and Graham in particular. My own experience has been very positive. Graham gave me confidence in his methods and the plan to make things better. This has now been achieved and I would happily recommend Graham to others. Many thanks!

I was referred to Physis by my employer following a back injury. Reza Jafarinejad was my assigned physio & he did a great job. He was very amiable & took time to assess my injury properly, tailoring exercises to suit my condition and adding additional exercises as my back improved. Would happily recommend.

Ola was like a ray of sunshine for me during a very challenging recovery from hip replacement surgery. My husband had recommended her and the minute I arrived, I felt comfortable and like I was in safe hands. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced and makes you feel comfortable and motivated to get back to health and mobility. I can’t thank her enough and would highly recommend her.

My son received a rugby "Stinger" injury which forced him off the pitch; Darren did a thorough investigation and gave him excellent exercises which allowed him to play the following weekend.

I have been to many physios over the years and was expecting to be given exercises to go away and do and that would be it, Instead Graeme questioned so much of what I was saying and challenged so much on my thinking. He reeducated me on my pain and how big a part the brain plays. He gave me confidence to do movements I have been told over the years are not good. He gave me confidence that although I’m older I can still achieve a great level of fitness and overcome injuries just like I have in the past. Doctors have been dismissive of my injuries by just looking at my age and blaming them on arthritis which made me think perhaps my body just can’t do what it used to. That’s is not the case! After my sessions with Graeme I managed to get myself to a point where I could compete in my sport to the level I had years previously and that was not only down to the exercises but a mind set change that nothing was stopping me. Graeme is very easy to talk to, very knowledgeable and able to articulate his points well. He also gave me some great book recommendations on some of the areas around the brain I was asking him about! It was not at all the experience I expected, it was so much more and for that I am very grateful. I hope not to have to visit a physio again but if I do I would definitely go back to Graeme at Physis.

Encouraging, great balance of praising and pushing to achieve the max. Cannot recommend highly enough.

I was Sent to Rani via my work regarding heel pain, she talked me through what was happening and how she thought she could help.
Few weeks down the line I can’t thank her enough as I am now pain free, would highly recommend to anyone who is suffering like I was. Thank you again.

Thank you to Darren at Physis for helping me to recover from knee replacement surgery. By following Darren's exercise programme and his expert advice I am well on the way to having a knee which bends and straightens normally. I would highly recommend Physis for post op physio.

Darren is absolutely fantastic - so knowledgeable and very friendly with it.

Would give him 10 stars if I could! Would highly recommend Darren and the Physis team.

Thanks so much Darren for all your help.

I'm a 64 year old male with a problem knee which I thought had been caused with 45 years playing cricket and I could only walk with pain in my left knee. I was referred to Darren Cornforth at the Mayfield practice and he advised it was osteoarthritis. Previous to meeting Darren, I had been offered minor surgery but was told this would only give me 10% improvement so was just putting up with the pain although not too debilitating as long as I was walking forwards. Three sessions with Darren using shockwave therapy at the beginning of the year and I had reduced the pain by 60%. I returned 6 months later for two repeat session and again, have an improvement in the knee. I recognise there will be a need for regular visits but this beats the one off injections or surgery. I have to commend Darren for his professional approach, the transparent explanations and indeed, reference to up to date research in the use of the equipment. These visits have made a real difference to my lifestyle although I think I'll just be walking the dog around the cricket pitch these days. I highly recommend Physis.

I had a great experience with Physis. Thomas took time to examine me and my mobility issues thoroughly and take a detailed history. After some initial exercises to determine my current abilities, he provided an excellent exercise routine. I'm glad to say it worked very well and continues to provide relief. I have not needed a follow-up appointment.

I was so impressed by the treatment and service I received from Andrew Raselli and wouldn't hesitate to return to see him, or one of his colleagues, should the need ever arise.

I received successful treatment for nerve pain in my left arm, caused by a trapped nerve issue in my neck. Ola Szyszczakiewicz, the physiotherapist, administered the treatment. She explained the underlying problems and provided exercises for me to do, along with a massage to alleviate tension in my neck. I was very pleased with the friendly and professional manner in which the sessions were conducted. Ola is an excellent physiotherapist, and I highly recommend her. Her advice and prescribed exercises will help you recover quickly.”

I recently had the pleasure of receiving treatment from Rani at Physis Physiotherapy on Morrison Street, and I am thrilled with the progress I've made. She emphasised the importance of consistent exercise and helped me gradually build up my strength, which has made a significant difference.

Rani genuinely cares about her patients' well-being and goes above and beyond to ensure they are comfortable and motivated. I highly recommend Rani and Physis Physiotherapy to anyone in need of professional and compassionate physiotherapy care. Thank you, Rani, for your excellent service and support!

I started treatments in Edinburgh in late 2023 with Tom Fallon for a pinched nerve and related pain transferring down my right arm. Tom immediately identified the issue and started me on a programme of flossing-type exercises, followed by strengthening exercises using weights. Having suffered with pain for a number of months prior to my consultations, I was surprised at the speed of the improvements as a result of Tom's work and I returned to normal after a few sessions.

Unfortunately, in January 2024 I suffered a significant hip injury and again Tom was able to help, initially with advice on getting more mobile and then a programme of strengthening exercises. My recovery has been much quicker than it would have been without Tom's input and I find myself in a position where I expect to make a full recovery within the next 4 -6 weeks.

I have been very impressed with Tom's skills and professionalism and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who needs his support.

I suffered with low back pain on a daily basis for 3 years before I went to Physis. Because it has been more than a year since I visited Physis and physio Graham Curlewis helped me kickstart my real recovery, I have spent some time reflecting on the last 12 months. By no means it has been a straightforward journey.

I am going to try to keep it concise, but wanted to share some of the highlights from my recovery

- traveling countless times in long car journeys
- multiple plane journeys
- long hours of standing, bending and working with clients
- going on hikes (e.g. Arthurs seat, 7 hills walk in Edinburgh)
- training for 10k run
- getting back to lifting weights
- bending my back with less fear

…..All things I was horribly afraid of, felt impossible before and could not imagine I would’ve been able to do that 12 months ago!

And last but not least, these days I can sit on the couch as long as I want to watch TV and enjoy spending time with my family & friends. I have essentially reclaimed my life back, or more accurately I have now better quality life and appreciation of it even compared to before back pain.

Thank you, Graham!

Great customer service from the admin team all the way to the physio, Andy. All friendly polite and really helpful if need anything. The actual treatment was excellent couldn’t recommend Andy highly enough. He’s very down to earth and puts you at ease but is very knowledgeable and gives you realistic aims and exercises to do. I have been to see Andy quite a few times and every time my injury is always sorted.

I still do the back exercises I learnt from Darren and believe me they stil work. To be fair he is a victim off his talent that I no longer need to attend his sessions

Once again sophia has worked her magic,after a phone diagnoses from my doctor of having tendonitis,I was referred by my work,and sophia said it was more than likely a trapped/pinched nerve,after a couple of sessions,I'm now back to normal & pain-free,would definitely recommend Physis & sophia

During the past 4 years I’ve seen quite a number of health professionals for a back problem. Darren is the first person who has managed to help me and relieve me of my pain. He’s also a very friendly and engaging person who really works to get to the root of the problem. I cannot recommend him enough or speak more highly of him. Thank you!