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About Us

Here at Physio Health and Pilates we offer a bespoke service to our clients in that we signpost patients to the appropriate treatment and clinician. This joined up treatment approach allows you to receive the best possible care all under the same roof. Our team may therefore also recommend our other services if they have identified an underlying cause for your symptoms. Physio, massage and Pilates is a great recipe for your health!

Karl Rudkin BSc MCSP SRP AACP
Physiotherapist, Injector and Acupuncturist

Karl Rudkin is the Lead Chartered Physiotherapist at Physio Health and Pilates. Karl practices a very 'hands on' approach combining manual techniques, myofascial release and exercise prescription to optimise his patients speedy recovery.
He is very passionate about ensuring you receive the best 'hands on' treatment when you need it most. He utilises mainly the Australian Maitland Concept - which is the pioneering approach of musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Due to his impressive success rate Karl gets patients referred to him by local GP's and surgeons to help them return to optimal function and prevent injury recurrence.
Having previously worked in California, USA and Sydney, Australia, Karl brings a wealth of experience to his patients in Yorkshire. His impressive C.V. Includes working with local elite athletes, semi-professional athletes, touring dance and performer groups as well working at the 2012 London Olympics and the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
His friendly, professional and open manner immediately puts his patients at ease. This personal and successful approach means Karl gets patients recommended to him by previously satisfied customers. On occasions this means all the members of the same family.
A keen runner, cyclist and swimmer, Karl has completed several long distance events including several marathons both in this country and abroad and also tested himself on a 50 miler. In addition, he completed the Lands End to John O'Groats cycle ride unsupported for a local Leeds hospice. His route covered an exhaustive 1200 miles in 14 days. Due to this experience he understands the physical demands placed on the body and how to maintain injury free during training programmes 

Amy Wesson MSc MCSP SRP
Physiotherapist and Pilates Instructor

Amy Wesson is an experienced Chartered Physiotherapist here at Physio Health and Pilates. She is currently working for the English Institute of Sport with the para badminton team having previously been part of the successful Castleford Tigers Rugby League medical team.
She has extensive experience of working in multiple sports teams including elite players rehabilitation, injury diagnosis and strength and conditioning. During her time at Castleford she has built a strong working relationship with local leading Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons with an interest in sport.
During your sessions with Amy you will experience the same unique assessment and treatment methods that elite athletes go through – but tailored to your needs. Her treatments echo our strong philosophy of hands on treatment with education. Needless to say your in professional hands. 

Nancy Hutchings BSc Hons
Sports Massage Therapist, Pilates and Barre Instructor

Nancy is an experienced Sports Massage Therapist, Pilates and Barre Instructor who brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to Physio Health and Pilates. Before joining our team fully she worked in the NHS as a qualified Midwife and Nurse. She incorporates this expert anatomy and physiology knowledge into her Pilates and soft tissue treatments. According to your condition she will skilfully tailor your treatment and alter your soft tissue/Pilates sessions appropriately.
Due to her background, her sessions incorporate the latest research and evidence based techniques to ensure you are receiving the highest quality treatment. She has a passion for working with individuals from all walks and stages of life who are dealing with everyday aches and pains, those in training for sporting events, elite athletes wanting to achieve their optimum goals and those with acute and chronic pain. 
She often works in conjunction with our physio’s to offer a package of care, through all stages of recovery and rehab to regular maintenance massages. This helps you enjoy all the activities you love doing and can help you reach your optimal performance whilst training injury free.

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