About Body Works

Theresa gained her BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Brunel University, graduating with a 1st in 1996. She has a wealth of experience working in the NHS as a senior musculoskeletal therapist at Northwick Park Hospital, London and then at the Leicester General. Her extensive private sector experience includes working within Bupa hospital Bushey and Harrow School prior to setting up Body Works in 2003.  She has been involved with working for the National Osteoporosis Society and National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society.  Theresa specialises in all aspects of musculoskeletal physiotherapy but has a particular interest of working with clients who have chonic pain or longstanding mobility and spinal problems, dancers and gymnasts, paediatrics and anti and post-natal musculoskeletal problems. Before becoming a physiotherapist Theresa was a professional dancer, having trained at Elmhurst School of Ballet and Laine Theatre Arts College. She re-trained to be a physiotherapist after a spinal injury caused her to retire from professional dancing.  It was during her time as a dancer that she first became aware of the rehabilitation benefits of Pilates, as well as its ability to enhance athletic performance. Theresa became a certified mat based and rehabilitation Pilates practitioner in 2003, subsequently she has become a certified anti-natal and post-natal instructor. She runs mat based classes for beginners, rehabilitation and improvers and also runs private or small group studio sessions at the clinic for more specific rehabilitation or sports/dance related exercise goals.  Email info@thebodyworks.co.uk.  Theresa Bell (BSc (Hons), MCSP, AACP, Certified Pilates rehab and mat practitioner, Memb HPC).

Margaret (known as Maggie at Body Works) is the friendly voice on the phone, she works very hard behind the scenes to keep the practice running smoothly and has the difficult task of trying to keep the physios organised.

Gabbi joined Body Works in 2009.  She qualifed from Huddersfield University in 2004 and has specialised in both musculoskeletal and neurological physiotherapy.  Gabbi is currently developing her skills further by studying for a masters degree in both of these specialities.  She has a particular interest in treating patients with spinal problems such as sacro-iliac joint problems, low back pain and whiplash related disorders. She also has a clinical interest in the treatment of those with MS and in rehabilitation following stroke.  Gabbi has completed Pilates courses by the APPI (Australian Physiotherapy Pilates Institute) and has post graduate qualifications in Acupuncture.  She is a ball of energy and always very enthusiastic, her previous experiences also include working as a missionary in Africa and being a club physio in rugby union. Gabrielle Gilbert (Hodgkinson) (BSc (Hons), MCSP, ACPIN, Memb HPC).

Tony has been a valuable member of Body Works team since 2009.  He qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2005 from Coventry University.  He has musculoskeletal experience in both acute hospital settings and the private sector giving him a broad base of expertise.  Tony brings additional skills to the team by being an experienced hand therapist (has BAHT level1) and has worked with some top hand/upper limb consultants. Tony has post graduate qualifications in acupuncture and as a member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP). He also has a particular interest in treating sports injuries and is a keen sportsman himself, he enjoys running, playing football and golf. Anthony Woodward (BSc (Hons), MCSP, AACP, Memb HPC).

Nichelle graduated from Coventry University with a first class honours in 2004.  She has specialised in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and has been part of the Body Works team since 2010.  Nichelle has a particular interest in the treatment of pain using acupuncture.  Nichelle is also fluent in Gujarati and Hindi.  In her spare time Nichelle may be found as a singer performing in traditional Asian concerts.  Nichelle Samani (BSc (Hons),MCSP, AACP, Memb HPC).

Caroline joined our team this year and graduated from Brighton University in 2009.  She has musculoskeletal experience in both acute hospital and outpatient settings.  In the private sector she has worked for both football academies and teams and currently also works with the British superbikes at Brands Hatch, Silverstone and Oulton Park. In her spare time Caroline enjoys sport and has competed at County level in swimming, running and hockey.  Currently she is a member of a running club and is a keen skier.  Caroline Fox (BSc (Hons), MCSP, Memb HPC).

Body Works has been very fortunate in recruiting Helen who has recently joined our team after relocating from Leeds to Leicester.  She graduated as a Chartered Physiotherapist from Leeds University in 2001, and since that time gained a masters in rehabilitation in 2009.  She also has post-graduate qualifications in acupuncture and is a member of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.  She has specialised in musculoskeletal physiotherapy for the past 8 years and has worked with a broad spectrum of sports and other musculoskeletal conditions.  Her knowledge, motivational skills and enthusiasm that she brings to the clinic and her patients will provide a positive addition to Body Works.   Helen Anderson (BSc (Hons), MSc, MCSP, AACP, Memb HPC)