Osprey Quay Therapies provides physiotherapy for injury prevention and rehabilitation in the world-class surroundings of the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy.
Whether you are 9 or 99, an elite athlete or have never stepped inside a gym, we will provide the very best rehabilitation to help you through your recovery post injury, accident or illness and help you reach your optimum potential.

How will physiotherapy help me?

Our physiotherapist will not only treat your injury or problem but will work with you to find the best way to minimise the impact of the problem, prevent it from returning and allow you to get on with the lifestyle you enjoy.

Physiotherapists use a variety of treatment techniques including; joint mobilisation, massage, exercise programmes and acupuncture. Your physiotherapist will also provide education and guidance about your condition, giving you the confidence to get back to normal activities quickly.

What conditions can physiotherapy help?

Physiotherapy can help with a large range of conditions. Chartered physiotherapists will commonly treat conditions such as:

Back problems – prolapsed discs, degeneration and sciatica

Neck Problems – neck pain, whiplash

Joint problems – arthritis, injury, pain and swelling, stiffness in joints

Injuries – to muscles, ligaments, and tendons including sports injuries

Work related – such as repetitive strain injury

Surgery rehabilitation – following surgery such as cruciate ligament repairs and joint replacements

Fractures – treatment to gain full function and return to activity

Children’s therapy – problems commonly experienced by the young athlete such as ‘growing pains’ and knee pain and childhood conditions including postural and walking problems.

Chest conditions – including chest infections, cystic fibrosis and chronic breathing problems such as; emphysema and COPD

Neurological conditions – rehabilitation following strokes, head injuries and nerve injuries, ongoing management of long-term neurological condition

What should I expect when I visit the physiotherapist?

Your physiotherapist will start by taking a detailed history of your condition and any relevant past medical history. They will then carry out a physical examination to determine the clinical diagnosis. Your physiotherapist will discuss treatment options and work with you to develop a treatment plan that best meets your needs.

The initial appointment will last approximately 1 hour and follow up sessions last approximately 45mins. Your physiotherapist will give you an estimate of the number of treatments required and will give you the opportunity to ask questions about your condition and treatment.

Your physiotherapist’s background

Katherine is an experienced physiotherapist registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Health Professions Council and Acupuncture Association of Physiotherapists. As a watersports fanatic, Katherine is well placed to understand both the physical demands of your sport as well as your desire to get back out there as soon as possible.

Katherine has provided physiotherapy for the Professional Windsurfing Association World Tour and has won National and European titles in windsurfing and sailing. She has also worked in the regional specialist centre for paediatric neurological rehabilitation.

Clinic Details

The physiotherapy clinic is open 1:30 to 5:30 Thursday and Saturday. We are happy to arrange home visits outside these times.

The treatment area is on the ground floor with wheelchair access and an accessible toilet.

Free parking is available for clinic clients; alternatively the 501 bus route stops just outside the clinic.

How to find us

Follow the signs to the “Sailing Academy’. We are located in the blue WPNSA building. Come in the main entrance and we are located on the right.

Contact details
Call us today; Katherine is happy to have a no obligation chat about your requirements and treatment options.
Tel: 07968 810883

Email: Katherineknight@btinternet.com

Prices

Our treatments are competitively priced whilst providing enough time for thorough and relaxed assessment and treatment.

Initial consultation ~ 60 mins £55

Follow-up treatment ~ 45 mins £45

A 10% discount is available for members of allied clubs and WPNSA members.

Prices for training packages, event support, educational presentations and performance analysis are dependent on requirements, please call to discuss your needs.

Please note that cancellations within 24hrs of your appointment will be liable for the standard cost of the appointment.

Allied clubs:

Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

Royal Yachting Association

British Canoe Union

Mountain Leader Training Board

UK Windsurfing association

PADI and BSAC divers

Dorset Climbing Club