One of the patterns I have noticed repeatedly in clinical practice is that many people come to physiotherapy wanting to feel better. That makes complete sense. When pain is affecting your work, hobbies, sleep, or ability to care for your family, relief often feels like the most important goal.Over time, however, I have come to... Continue Reading →
Why I Redesigned One of My Favourite Back Pain Infographics
There are some papers that shape how you think and practice. For me, Back to Basics: 10 Facts Every Person Should Know About Back Pain by OโSullivan and colleagues is one of them. Published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2019, it distilled a large body of evidence into ten simple messages aimed... Continue Reading →
Reflections on planetary health, sustainability, and the boundaries of physiotherapy
When I first became interested in planetary health and environmental physiotherapy, I found myself asking the same question that I now hear from many colleagues: โInteresting. But what does that have to do with physiotherapy?โ If I am honest, I was not being dismissive. I was genuinely struggling to see the connection. I am not... Continue Reading →
What a dental appointment taught me about physiotherapy
I went to the dentist today, and unexpectedly, it taught me a lot about physiotherapy. Not because anything catastrophic happened, the appointment was clinically probably fine. The dentist seemed competent, polite enough, and technically skilled, but I left the clinic feeling unsettled, tense, and strangely small and as I reflected on that experience afterwards, I... Continue Reading →
A First Publication โ And a Journey of Learning
Some months ago, a milestone quietly unfolded: my first ever scientific publication. Co-authored with the brilliant Dr. Clair Hebron from the University of Brighton, this piece represents more than a research projectโitโs the culmination of long, sometimes challenging, but deeply rewarding work. The paper is now published in Musculoskeletal Care, and itโs open accessโfree for... Continue Reading →
A Physiotherapistโs Reflection on Institutional Racism in Health Education: When Systems Exclude
Starting a new teaching role at a major Australian university as a clinical tutor should have been a straightforward, exciting step in my career. I expected to be challenged in the classroom, to support students, and to grow in a new academic environment. What I didnโt expect was how the process itself would become a... Continue Reading →
Why Iโm Leaving X: Ethical, Algorithmic, and Social Harms
As a scientist and healthcare provider, Iโve long valued the ability to connect with colleagues, share research, and engage in public discourse. For years, X (formerly Twitter) felt like a place where that could happen. But over time, Iโve grown increasingly concerned about its ethical, algorithmic, and societal harmsโespecially for those of us who rely... Continue Reading →
Reflections on My Journey with the NHS: Lessons, Growth, and Gratitude
My time working in the MSK Outpatient Physiotherapy Department at University Hospital Sussex, under the leadership of Chris Mercer, has been one of the most enriching chapters of my career. As I prepare to close this chapter and move forward, I want to reflect on the profound learning, personal growth, and gratitude I carry from... Continue Reading →
Manchester 2024: Reflections on the CSP Conference and Beyond
Attending the CSP 2024 Conference in Manchester was more than just a professional milestoneโit was a profound opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. Presenting my poster at this event felt like stepping into a vibrant, dynamic research community where ideas flourish, challenges are shared, and inspiration is contagious. (Find the poster here) It reminded me... Continue Reading →
CSP 2024 conference: Poster & references
At the 2024 CSP Conference in Manchester, UK, I had the privilege of presenting a poster that highlighted original research conducted in collaboration with Clair Hebron during my masterโs degree. Below, Iโve shared the poster along with key references and resources to provide deeper context to our work. Poster CN CSP V5Download References and resources ... Continue Reading →
