Get to know Reconnect Physiotherapy & Women's Health
Philosophy
I'm Karen Kendall, Women's Health Physiotherapist.
At Reconnect Women's Health Physiotherapy, I always aim to look at the bigger picture around your symptoms such as life commitments and other health conditions that will influence the approach we take.
Both in the NHS and Private Sector I have been passionate about improving access to focused Women's Health Care related to Pregnancy, Gynaecological Health and Menopause.
As a perimenopausal mum of two who did not have the easiest of pregnancies and deliveries I offer and empathetic and realistic approach to rehabilitation.
Expertise
I am HCPC ( Health & Care Professions Council) registered
and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Affiliate member of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric & Gynaecological Physiotherapy).
Pilates trained with APPI
Antenatal and Postnatal Instructor Training with FitBack&Bumps.
Acupuncture (AACP 2004) - Traditional Chinese Medicine and Dry Needling.
HLP trained Scar Therapist
As a Team Lead in the NHS and Clinical Lead in the Private Sector I also have a wealth of experience across
Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal conditions, Acute and Chronic, as well as my special interest in Women's Health.
I graduated from the University of Hertfordshire in 2002 with
a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy.
Exercise
Exercise Therapy comes in many forms, strength, flexibility, endurance, balance. Physiotherapy can help you find out what's the right approach for you and it's not just pelvic floor exercises.
The Power of Touch
'Hands on' Techniques'
I am a firm believer in the power of touch and how it impacts our nervous system and our ability to heal and cope with the challenges that our body deals with.
Acupuncture
With over 20 years experience in using Acupuncture for Headaches, Chronic pain and Gynaecological issues. Acupuncture can be a highly beneficial treatment alongside more traditional approaches.
Physiotherapy for all stages of life
Policies
Privacy
The General Data Protection Regulation (2018)
New Data Protection Legislation came into force on 25 May 2018. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) builds on the existing Data Protection legislation to help to ensure that your data is handled as you would wish it to be.
Cancellation policy
Please give a minimum of 24hrs notice, so that your appointment can be offered to someone else. Failure to do so may result in you being charged for the missed appointment. A copy of the policy can be supplied upon request.
Consent
You will be provided with information prior to attending for assessment to help you fully understand the assessments and services provided.