Physiotherapists treat all types of musculoskeletal problems such as back and neck pain, joint and tendon problems, sports injuries, sprains and strains. They can also provide symptom relief in arthritis and other degenerative conditions. The main approach used revolves around manual techniques such as soft tissue mobilisation, myofascial release and joint manipulation, as well as a programme of specific and graduated rehabilitation exercises. Other modalities such as electrotherapy and acupuncture are also used where appropriate.
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Physiotherapy
Ms Helene Prasatzi
BSc (Physiotherapy), MSc (Sports Injury and Exercise Management), AACP, HCPC Registered
Chartered Physiotherapist
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Originally from Greece, Helene first came to Leeds as an exchange student in 1989 and enjoyed it so much that she came back as soon as she’d graduated from the Athens School of Physiotherapy.
She moved to Leeds in 1992 becoming a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Healthcare Professions Council (HCPC) in the same year. Since then Helene has worked across Yorkshire in the NHS and private sector specialising in the treatment of both sports injuries and neurological conditions. In 1996 she gained a postgraduate diploma in Acupuncture (AACP) from the University of Nottingham. From 1998 to 2000 she undertook additional training in manual therapy at the University of Coventry and in 2005, she graduated from the Leeds Metropolitan University with an MSc in Sports Injury and Exercise Management. Helene enjoys learning new skills and is highly committed to her continuing professional development and maintains an active programme .
In summary, Helene has a great deal of experience in the fields of both musculoskeletal and also neurological conditions and in respect of the latter, she has been providing services to the West Yorkshire Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre since 2011.
Helene describes her focus as a physio as being all about getting people back to what they love doing. She believes that a thorough understanding of the injury and working together in partnership with her patients are central to achieving great results.
Helene is a highly experienced physiotherapist who has practiced for over 20 years in the UK in a variety of settings including in the NHS and in private practice. She has additional postgraduate qualifications in acupuncture and also in the management of sports injuries.
Please note that our main physiotherapy treatment room is located on the first floor. If you are unable to manage stairs, please inform reception at the time of booking your appointment so that we can arrange a time when you can be seen in one of our ground floor treatment rooms. Thank you.