Exeter Physio sports, spinal and rehabilitation clinic

Our team

Physiotherapists

Hugh Jenkins (Partner)
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP HPC Registered. Graduated in 1991 from the University of East London. After working for the NHS and private sector in London he moved to Devon in 1996. He has a specialist interest in treating back and pelvic problems, and lectures nationally to physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractors on the management of these conditions.

Neil Davey (Partner)
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP HPC Registered. Graduated from the University of Birmingham in 1997. He completed over 6 years of NHS work before moving to the private sector. He's played cricket for Worcestershire, Gloucestershire & Devon. He spent four seasons working with Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club and five seasons with the European Professional Golfers Association. Specialises in sport specific training and rehabilitation.

Kate Jenkins
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified in 1991 from the University of East London. She quickly specialised in physiotherapy treatment for the neurologically impaired person, at Kings College Hospital, London. She moved to Devon in 1996 and has since worked in Exeter in a regional neurological rehabilitation unit.

Anne Hansell
Grad. Dip. Phys, MCSP HPC Registered. Graduated from Melbourne in 1968, then spent five years travelling, working in Australia and Canada before settling in England. She worked in Stoke Mandeville hospital for two years and then moved to Devon. She has a specialist interest in acute and chronic knee injuries and has recently acheived accredited status from the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine.

Libby Deacon
Grad. Dip. Phys, MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified in 1984, she has worked in New Zealand and Canada, gaining invaluable experience in the state and private health sectors. Has worked with athletes in Canada at the British columbia Games and with Great Britain’s Bob Skeleton team. She has specialist interests in the pelvis in relation to sports injuries, core stability and its rehabilitation. She runs our essential pilates classes.

Zoe Dixon
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MSc, MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified from Cardiff University in 1995. After working in Southmead Hospital, Bristol, she began to specialise in musculo-skeletal physiotherapy at the RD&E, Exeter. After undertaking postgraduate courses she worked in New Zealand. Has completed an MSc in nutrition and public health. Her main interests are sports rehab and trauma, both acute and chronic and the design of weight management and physical activity programmes.

Peter Hamer
Grad. Dip. Phys, MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified in 1987, Peter currently works in the Princess Elizabeth Orthapaedic Hospital in the RD&E foundation NHS trust where he is clinical assistant to Mr Schranz and Mr Bunker consultant orthapaedic surgeons, in knee and shoulder areas respectively. He specialises in complex knee, lumber/pelvic and shoulder conditions. He divides his time between the NHS and our clinic.

Lisa Pleasance
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified in 2000 from the University of Wales, Cardiff. She worked at the RD&E hospital and London University Hospital before joining us in 2004. In December 2006 she worked alongside a globally respected clinician at Curtin University, Perth, Australia, focussing on the latest evidence based practice for spinal management. She is pilates trained and has a particular interest in treating post natal issues.

Sue Holmes
B.Sc.(Hons) Physiotherapy MCSP HPC Registered. Qualified in 1993 in South Africa, Sue has worked in America and London in both private and NHS at Guys and St Thomas’s hospitals. Sue joined us in October 2007 and has a special interest in post-natal rehabilitation, core stability and sports injuries.

Sue Chrisene
Grad. Dip. Phys. MCSP. HPC Reg. Graduated in 1987 from Cambridge School of Physiotherapy. She has much musculoskeletal and orthopaedic experience. She is an accredited member of the Society of Orthopaedic Medicine, the Acupuncture Association of Chartered physiotherapists and The McKenzie Institute. She divides her time between the NHS and Exeter Physio, and has specialist interest in injuries related to racquet sports, dancing and golf.

Massage Therapy/Reflexology

Julie Tatman
Has 13 years experience as a massage therapist and reflexologist. She spent 12 years at a local health club and joined us in 2002. Holds ITEC qualifications in Swedish massage, sports massage, aromatherapy massage and reflexology. She is a member of the Westcountry Massage and Reflexology associations and has a special interest in muscular problems relating to physical and emotional stress.

Albie McMahon
Has diplomas in swedish massage and anatomy and physiology. He is a member of the Association of Physical and Natural Therapists and The British Complementary Medicine Association. He offers a range of massage treatments for rehabilitation, stress relief and relaxation. He also offers seated massage in the clinic or workplace.

Orthotist

Jamie Pegg
B.s.c.(Hons) Pros Orth MBAPO. Qualified from Stafford University in 1998. Worked at the National Orthotic Centre until moving to Exeter in 2001. He now divides his time between the Exeter Mobility Centre as senior orthotist and Exeter Physio where he deals with a caseload of lower limb weight bearing, paediatric and neurological presentations.

Chiropody/Podiatry

Rebecca Penn
Rebecca graduated from Southampton University in 2001. She worked in London for a number of NHS organisations and had the opportunity to work as a surgical assistant for Podiatric Surgeons and as a part of a multi-disciplinary team for patients with neuro diagnoses. She has worked as a clinical lead for Nail Surgery and Biomechanics in the NHS environment whilst also continuing to develop her skills in wound care and routine chiropody/podiatry care.

Exercise Science Consulting

Dr. Andrew Middlebrooke
Graduated from the University of Liverpool with a 1st class degree in movement science and physical education. Awarded a PHD in Medical Sciences from the University of Exeter and joined the School of Sport and Health Sciences there as a lecturer in Exercise physiology. He has presented his work internationally and published journal articles, He has provided support for national, international and Olympic medal winning athletes.

Psychology

Dr. Adam Morgan
B.Sc. (Hons). D.Clin. Psy. BPS Chartered Clinical Psychologist.Trained at Plymouth University, with a first degree from Exeter University. Adam offers a range of psychological approaches (including specific therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Therapy and Interpersonal PsychoTherapy, and more generalised psychological approaches) to those experiencing emotional problems.

Reception Staff

Sue Hore
She joined our team in March 2004. Has many years of dealing with the public in the health and fitness sector, and of running her own business. Sue brings many invaluable attributes to our behind the scenes activity.

Dianne Pearson
She joined our team in October 2007 and has a history of running her own business and as a legal secretary. She brings many invaluable attributes to our behind the scenes activity.

Denise Waterfield
Has been with us for a number of years and assists with our monthly accounting and on reception. She brings many invaluable attributes to our behind the scenes activity.

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