Authored Blog Posts
When should you replace your running shoes?
There is no exact mileage at which a running shoe expires, and the shoe is rarely the whole story. Here is what actually matters, and what to look at before you spend money.
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Pain on the inside of the ankle that will not settle: adult acquired flat foot
A common and often missed cause of aching along the inner ankle and arch. It is progressive, it responds well to early treatment, and there is a simple test you can do standing up.
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Nick treats musculoskeletal problems across the board, with a particular interest in shoulders, arms and spines, and in rehabilitation after orthopaedic surgery. If you are coming to us after a knee, hip or shoulder replacement, Nick is very likely the person you will see.
Background
Nick qualified from the University of Brighton and has worked in both the NHS and private practice. Part of his NHS career was spent at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore, working in complex orthopaedic care including total knee, hip and shoulder replacements. He is a chartered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
How Nick works
Nick takes a hands on approach and is more interested in establishing the cause of a problem than in treating the site of the pain. Once that is clear, the work is a rehabilitation programme aimed at both recovering from the injury and stopping it returning.
Away from the clinic he plays badminton and squash, swims, and travels a good deal.
Client Reviews
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craig langley
I was referred to Healthflex in Haslemere by Bupa for a case of tennis elbow that had troubled me on and off for years and saw Nick Thornhill. After just 4 sessions the benefits were amazing. Nick is incredibly knowledgeable and professional, and he provided a fantastic gym plan/ exercises to work through so I have all the tools to resolve any future flare-ups independently. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend both Nick and Healthflex.
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Ben Lyall
Excellent Physio service. After a particularly bad back issue giving me a lot of pain Nick Thornhill addressed the issue immediately and 5 sessions later fully repaired and back to usual active self
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Olga Houghton
Incredible physio team! Very thorough and approachable. Nick has really helped me gain strength and flexibility in my sprained ankle and even had me running! Something I wasn't sure I would be able to do again! Highly recommend any of the physios-they are all so knowledgeable and committed to helping you get better!
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WEJ
Nick Thornhill is excellent. He provide excellent shoulder and neck physio. Very thorough and professional in his approach. Great guy and a real help on your recovery journey.
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Laura Holme
The team at Healthflex are so friendly and personable and Nick is an amazing physio who has supported me expertly through my marathon journey.
Services
Physiotherapy
Sports injury and performance
- Sports injury assessment and treatment£62–£72
- Return to sport rehabilitation£62–£72
- Strength and conditioning programmes£62–£72
- Sports massage£60–£90
- Brace fitting serviceFrom £72
- Sports injury assessment and treatment
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Shoulder and arm conditions
- Rotator cuff injury£62–£72
- Shoulder impingement£62–£72
- Frozen shoulder£62–£72
- Carpal tunnel syndrome£62–£72
- Rotator cuff injury
Back and neck conditions
- Lower back pain£62–£72
- Disc injury and slipped disc£62–£72
- Sciatica£62–£72
- Neck pain£62–£72
- Whiplash£62–£72
- Scoliosis£62–£72
- Lower back pain
Foot and ankle conditions
- Achilles tendon pain£62–£72
- Ankle sprain£62–£72
- Plantar fasciitis£62–£90
- Shin splints£62–£72
- Achilles tendon pain
Hip and knee conditions
- Hip pain£62–£72
- Knee pain£62–£72
- Runner's knee£62–£72
- ACL injury£62–£72
- Meniscus tear£62–£72
- Hip pain
Headaches, jaw and balance
- Jaw and TMJ pain£62–£72
- Headaches£62–£72
- Jaw and TMJ pain
Recovery after surgery
- ACL reconstruction recovery£62–£72
- Shoulder surgery recovery£62–£72
- Hip replacement recovery£62–£72
- Knee replacement recovery£62–£72
- ACL reconstruction recovery
Long term conditions
- Workstation and posture pain£62–£72
- Persistent pain£62–£72
- Hypermobility£62–£72
- Arthritis£62–£72
- Workstation and posture pain
Authored Blog Posts
When should you replace your running shoes?
There is no exact mileage at which a running shoe expires, and the shoe is rarely the whole story. Here is what actually matters, and what to look at before you spend money.
Read morePain on the inside of the ankle that will not settle: adult acquired flat foot
A common and often missed cause of aching along the inner ankle and arch. It is progressive, it responds well to early treatment, and there is a simple test you can do standing up.
Read more