Helen graduated from Brunel University in 2000 with a BSc Hons in Physiotherapy. Following completion of a broad range of junior rotations in Central Middlesex hospital Helen progressed to senior roles in neurological rehabilitation and older people's services at King George's Hospital, Camden & Islington PCT and Whittington NHS Trust. In 2006 she moved to roles in community based neurological rehab in Southwark PCT followed by experience in ?? Wheelchair services. From 2011 Helen has worked primarily with adults and young people with learning disabilities, autism and complex physical needs for Westminster Learning Disabilities Partnership and Islington Learning Disabilities Partnership where she was the lead Physiotherapist in the service. Helen has also gained experience in the private sector working for specialist learning disability and complex needs school and college St Elizabeth's. 

Helen currently continues to work for the NHS in Essex as a senior clinician and also maintains a private practice in Hertfordshire and surrounding counties.

Helen has post-graduate training in Bobath therapy, Hydrotherapy, Rebound Therapy, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Oxford Postural Management approach and 24 hour postural care including seating and sleep systems.

Helen has worked extensively with patients with stroke, parkinson's, MS, MND, Guillan Barre Syndrome, Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities, Dementia, Peripheral neuropathies, orthopaedic surgery rehabilitation, falls and balance issues and many others.

We work with both adults and children of primary school age and up. We are not best placed for Physiotherapy input with infants and babies but are happy to sign post to providers who are.

We are able to utilise makaton, PECS, communication boards and digital devices to support assessment and treatment, following established plans for your loved one. All resources and exercise programs can be supplied in Easy-Read format as required.

We can assess in the location most suited to your needs whether that be in the family home, care facility, school setting or community pool/sports facility as appropriate.

Assessment sessions are from 1 hour and up depending on complexity and will include comprehensive collation of history and current needs, physical hands on assessment, treatment plan and written summary as requested. If necessary to accommodate client tolerance/fatigue assessment may be spread over more than 1 session.

We are able to work with our client's family and care providers as required, including handing over positioning or exercise programs to be completed outside of 1:1 therapy sessions. We can provide group training on request.

Yes, absolutely and often this is preferable to ensure all concerns are addressed. Consent to the presence of others for the session would need to be gained from the client or their parent/LPA.

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We have specialist training in this field and can support you to establish a robust 24 hour postural care plan to help preserve body shape and reduce the risk of contracture development and immobility related complications. We have links to various specialist equipment providers and can support you to arrange assessments and trials with these companies.

See above - Helen has 15 years+ experience of assessing postural care needs and sleeping posture support requirements. This does not always require an expensive sleep system and effective changes can be achieved with everyday items.

Helen has 15 years+ experience in the assessment and provision of specialist standing frames, seating and walking aids. Where a specialist bed assessment is required we can link you with our experienced Occupational Therapy colleagues.

Yes, we can give advise on other modalities to relieve pain and stiffness, provide manual therapy, positioning and splinting guidance.

Yes, we can support you to manage the changes in your condition and adapt your routine accordingly. We are happy to provide treatment to maintain function and comfort and review regularly to ensure your program continues to meet your needs.

Yes, we can link you with our experienced Occupational Therapy colleagues.

Hampden Healthcare is able to travel throughout the East of England and London as required to provide specialist care.

Please see our pricing information page.

A referral from a health or social care professional is not required however we are happy to accept referrals from NHS and Social Care professionals. We are proud to offer therapy provision to fulfil individual's EHCP where requested.

Yes, please call us to discuss your needs.

Usually within a week - please contact me to confirm. We offer flexible appointments and can accommodate sessions in the evening and on weekends by appointment.

Both can be accommodated, if your budget permits only a single session we will endeavour to complete assessment and provide advice and a self-guided treatment plan for you to follow. Follow ups can be booked at intervals to suit you and start at 45 minute sessions. Where a longer term therapy course is desired or preferable we do offer discounted rates for block bookings.

Plans will always be graded and buildable with clear instructions regarding when to self-progress and build on your progress. If anything is unclear we welcome follow up phone calls to clarify or adjust documentation to ensure understanding. 

Progress reports can be provided verbally by phone or in written reports/texts as is your preference. Where a clinical report is required for budget panel or care providers this can be provided for a fee.

Yes, it is essential that care providers understand how to follow a program effectively and feel confident to do so. We are aware that staff turnover can be high and training may be required on a regular basis. Talk to us about a rolling booking to meet your needs.

It can take time to establish an effective relationship with client’s with additional needs and we anticipate this. It is usually helpful for a trusted family member or carer to be present to help establish rapport. You know your loved one best and we will follow your advice regarding how best to engage your loved one.