Meet Our HCPC registered Physio’s Ellie Riches and Akash
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Expert Sports Physiotherapy & Massage in Guildford
Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, struggling with persistent back pain, or looking to improve your mobility, our experienced HCPC-registered physiotherapists are here to help. We combine hands-on massage therapy with evidence-based physiotherapy treatments in Guildford to reduce pain, restore movement, and help you return to the activities you enjoy with confidence.
Physiotherapy and Massage in Guildford and Surrey
Our personalised treatment plans combine expert physiotherapy in Guildford, apply hands-on massage therapy, and tailored rehabilitation exercises to improve posture, relieve muscle tension, restore balance, and support long-term recovery.
Experienced Guildford Sports Physiotherapy & Massage Specialists
Our HCPC-registered physiotherapists, Ellie Riches and Akash, provide advanced massage therapy and expert physiotherapy care to help you move freely, recover faster, and live without back pain or stiffness.
Ellie Riches registered physiotherapist with a specialist interest in posture, biomechanics, sports physiotherapy, and massage therapy. Using expert hands-on techniques and personalised rehabilitation, she helps patients relieve pain, recover from injury, improve movement, and return to the activities they love with confidence.
Akash is an HCPC-registered physiotherapist with a Master’s in Advanced Physiotherapy and a passion for sports physiotherapy, posture correction, and manual massage therapy. Combining evidence-based physiotherapy with advanced hands-on treatment, he helps patients reduce pain, restore mobility, and achieve lasting recovery through tailored care.
Massage and Physiotherapy for Common Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Repetitive strain injuries (RSI)
- Whiplash
- Achilles tendonitis
- Back Pain
- Groin Strain
- Hamstring Strain
- Knee Osteoarthritis
- Runner’s knee
- Shin splints
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shoulder injury / Shoulder Pain
- Tennis / Golfer’s elbow
Groin Strain & Sports Injury Physiotherapy
At Guildford and Surrey Physiotherapy, our physiotherapists use specialised massage therapy and manual techniques to treat groin strains. The treatment may include soft tissue release techniques to improve the flexibility in the groin muscles (adductors) and muscle energy technique (MET’s) commonly used in our Guildford clinic.
This approach at Guildford Physiotherapy can help reduce pain, lower muscle tone, lengthen tight muscles, strengthen weaker areas, improve local circulation, and mobilise joint restrictions.
Patients in Guildford are also given targeted hip mobilisation exercises to support recovery, enhance blood flow to the tissues, and improve overall joint function.
How to Release Tension in Shoulder and Neck
Neck and shoulder tension is often caused by poor posture, stress, sports strain, or prolonged desk work. Our physiotherapy approach combines soft tissue massage, joint mobilisation, and corrective exercises to release tight muscles, improve circulation, and restore natural movement patterns.
Physiotherapy and Massage Therapy in Guildford
- Reduce muscle tone and pain
- Improve blood flow and healing
- Stretch tightened muscles
- Strengthen weakened areas
- Enhance hip mobility
Your physiotherapist will also prescribe back and hip mobility exercises to improve circulation and restore normal movement patterns.
Guildford Heel Pain Physiotherapy & Sports Massage Treatment
At Guildford Physiotherapy in Guildford, we treat many different causes of heel pain. Heel pain in Guildford is typically experienced as a sharp or intense pain when putting weight through the affected heel. In our Guildford clinic, the most common causes include plantar fasciitis (also known as “policeman’s heel”) and Achilles tendinopathy.
At Guildford Physiotherapy in Guildford, we also use short-term-relief treatments such as shockwave therapy and low-level laser therapy. These treatments in Guildford are clinically proven to help reduce inflammation, ease pain, and support the healing process.
Why Physiotherapy and Massage Work So Well Together in Guildford
Following the success of the treatments, our massage and physiotherapy specialist will also advise on ways to manage it outside of our clinic environment. For example-
- resting your heel – a few days rest and or reducing walking duration/distance.
- stretching – stretching your calf muscles and plantar fascia
- pain relief – using an icepack on the affected heel
- footwear – wearing well fitted shoes that support and cushion your feet. Shoes with a firm heel counter is recommended i.e. running shoes.
- Insoles/Orthotics –to raise the arch and support the foot.
Our combination of physiotherapy and massage ensures lasting relief and prevents recurring heel pain.
Sports Physiotherapy & Injury Recovery in Guildford
Back pain affects many people due to posture, injury, or muscle strain. Our physiotherapy approach focuses on restoring spinal alignment, reducing muscular tightness, and improving core strength.
We combine massage therapy, spinal mobilisation, and corrective exercises to relieve back and prevent future recurrence.
Back Pain Physiotherapy in Guildford
Your physiotherapist will assess your spine, muscles, and posture to identify the root cause of your back, ensuring targeted treatment for sustainable results.
Our back physiotherapy combines massage therapy, joint mobilisation, and strengthening exercises. This comprehensive approach relieves back, improves posture, and prevents recurrence.
Check out our FAQ for other common causes and useful tips on how to help manage them.
What to Expect During Your First Physiotherapy Session.
On your first visit to Guildford and Surrey Physiotherapy, your physiotherapist will take a detailed medical history to understand your symptoms and identify the underlying cause.
Your Physiotherapist will greet you and begin by asking what brought you to us. We are always keen to understand the root cause of your issues, so they will carry out an efficient and effective case history to identify them. This will also be essential to rule out any complications before you start your treatment.
Before any treatment begins, an active and passive examination is carried out, along with relevant testing to understand your issues. We will give you a thorough explanation of our findings so you can understand what the cause of the problem is and how best to treat it. We make sure that sufficient time is spent to ensure that we get to the root cause of your issues.
With all the above treatment modalities mentioned, you have the best of complementary medicine, all under one roof!
Physiotherapy Services in Guildford & Surrey
After assessing your mobility and posture, they’ll explain the findings clearly and begin your personalised physiotherapy and massage plan, which may include-
- Soft tissue massage
- Joint mobilisation
- Exercise therapy
- Postural correction
- Home care advice
Every physiotherapy session is designed to restore flexibility, and support long-term health.
Why Choose Our Guildford Physiotherapy Clinic?
- HCPC registered physiotherapists
- Evidence-based massage therapy
- Specialist treatments for back pain, heel pain, and sports injuries
- Advanced physiotherapy techniques including laser and shockwave therapy
- Personalised rehabilitation and movement plans
With all these physiotherapy and massage modalities under one roof, you receive comprehensive care for your body and mind.
Guildford Sports Physiotherapy & Massage Services We Offer
- Sports physiotherapy
- Massage therapy
- Shockwave therapy
- Laser therapy
- Injury rehabilitation
Conditions We Treat with Physiotherapy and Massage in Guildford
- Back pain
- Heel pain
- Sports injuries
- Knee pain
- Shoulder pain
Sports Injury Physio Near Me
Our sports physiotherapy service in Guildford helps runners, gym-goers, and athletes recover from injuries, improve performance, and prevent recurrence through targeted physiotherapy and massage techniques.
Testimonials
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Katy Adams
23. September, 2022.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my first session today and WOW I feel great now! Andrew was absolutely fantastic, really friendly and professional, and the session itself was very in depth. I've learned a lot about my body today!
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Eleanor Carr
23. July, 2022.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Would (and have) recommend back to health wellness. Treatment and care based on science and fully listening to the needs of the patient. Andrew has made a big difference to my back pain and migraines already, and is very knowledgeable with what he does.
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Santiago Roldan
17. June, 2022.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew's passion for his work is obvious from the first visit, his enthusiasm and clear explanations of the root cause of an injury really help you understand an injury and set you on the right track towards recovery. While I was not able to complete the full plan of sessions for my rehabilitation due to time constraints, his explanations and exercise plans have helped me continue making progress after our sessions had ended.
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Colin Kiely
4. March, 2022.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Andrew is very knowledgeable and his care and attention to my treatment has been first class.
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Jo Jones
24. January, 2022.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From my first visit in Aug 2020, when I was in constant low level pain with numb feet following spinal surgery 3 years previously and 6 months of working from home at a screen, Andrew has been remarkable. He put me at ease instantly, and his level of knowledge and expertise meant I had no reservation about signing up to the adjustment/correction package. He has been fully invested in my treatment, ensuring I wanted to put the work in in between sessions to get maximum results. Sticking to the plan with traction, exercises and regular corrections over 17 months, my spine is stronger and more stable than it has ever been, achieving near perfect vertical alignment and my pelvis has equally improved horizontally. I can walk taller, further and longer. Andrew is exceptional in his approach and I’ll be forever grateful. Apparently this structural change is for keeps with a little maintenance; a small price to pay and a delight working with such a lovely chap.
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Simone Passi
27. October, 2021.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been going to Back to Health for years and the chiropractic treatment has made such a difference to my posture and back pain. Andrew really knows what he’s doing and always available to help with any problem. Friendly and professional service, highly recommended.
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Misha Kethero
24. October, 2021.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It's been a totally amazing journey with Andrew, to improve my spine, with a professional approach and advice. The treatments, exercises proved to give me freedom of movement and changing habits for the better.
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Saif Patel
14. June, 2021.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Been with Back to Health for about 2 years or so and always been treated by Andrew. Service is brilliant, always very helpful and come away from every session feeling a lot better than when I'd come in. Due to the excellent treatment from Andrew, there have been noticeable improvements in my movement! Have been to other chiros previously and the combination of muscle work and chiro adjustments really made me feel this is the best place I've been to.
“Back fixed! After suffering a severe lower back problem, I initially went to see Back to Health Wellness after a recommendation and within a couple of sessions my ease of moving became that bit more bearable. Gradually over time and through extensive rehab my back is now cured”
Elle
“These guys are awesome – they provide such a thorough service! As well as treatment, you get a total overview and are given an eye opening understanding about how your back health relates to your total well-being, that I would recommend it to anyone”
Julia