WELCOME TO VCF PHYSIOTHERAPY

About Us

VCF Physiotherapy and Sports Injury clinic was founded by Vivienne Fort in January 2003. VCF Physiotherapy is a private physiotherapy practice based in Dunsberry, in Bretton, Peterborough that specialises in musculoskeletal problems and sports Injuries. The practice consists of four chartered and HPC registered physiotherapists. At VCF Physiotherapy we uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism. We strive towards resolving musculoskeletal conditions, preventing reoccurrence and reducing pain in all of our patients. We build aspects of health, fitness and lifestyle into our treatments and always provide education to patients on self management techniques if they require it.

Our physiotherapists run occupational physiotherapy clinics at Tata Steel, Sense and Peterborough College (see details on the right).

What is physiotherapy?

Just a brief overview

“Physiotherapy is a health care profession concerned with human function and movement and maximising potential. It uses physical approaches to promote, maintain and restore physical, psychological and social well-being, taking account of variations in health status”

- The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Curriculum Framework (January 2002)

Physiotherapists view movement as central to health and well being. Physiotherapists identify and make the most of movement ability by health promotion, pre-screening and preventive advice, ergonomic intervention, treatment and rehabilitation. Core skills used by physiotherapists include manual therapy, acupuncture, electrotherapy, ergonomics and therapeutic exercise.

Physiotherapy Treatments

A number of treatment techniques and advice that are used in this clinic, these include:

  • Manual therapy – joint mobilisation and manipulation.
  • Acupuncture
  • Exercise Therapy
  • Ultrasound Therapy
  • Ice
  • Soft tissue Mobilisation
  • Massage
  • Self Management Advice
  • Postural Advice
  • Pain Management advice
  • Pilates and Core Stability Retraining
  • Traction
  • Lifestyle and diet advice

Referrals

We accept self referrals, patients can contact us directly to book an appointment.

All major healthcare insurers provide cover for physiotherapy.
VCF Physiotherapy ltd is registered with a number of healthcare providers, including:

  • AXA-PPP
  • AVIVA
  • Standard Life
  • CIGNA
  • Pruhealth

Referrals are also welcomed from:

  • Sports clubs
  • Nursing Homes
  • Solicitors
  • Private Medical Work
  • Insurance Companies
  • Local Businesses

The clinic is registered with 'Physio First', which is an organisation which represents physiotherapists who work in private practice.