For this years World Physical Therapy Day we asked our team of Physiotherapists, what inspires them?
First up, our Clinical Director and founder of goPhysio, Paul Baker
1. Why did you decide to become a Physio?
I was really interested in biology at school, fascinated in injuries and was relatively sporty. I wanted a practical job, to work with my hands and help people. I never fancied working in an office or hospital, and I wanted the opportunity to have my own business, like my Dad did! So, Physio and having my own practice ticked all the boxes for me and it still does 23 yrs later!
2. What do you love the most about your job as a Physio?
Helping a wide variety of different people solve their injury problems and getting them backto their hobbies and goals!
3. What’s your proudest moment as a Physio?
Opening our new modern bespoke physiotherapy clinic in 2017! that was some journey!!
Paul graduated from The University of the West of England, Bristol in 1997.
Next up, Roz Brawn
1. Why did you decide to become a Physio?
Having been a gymnast I’ve always been interested in how the human body works from a musculoskeletal perspective and what the human body is capable of achieving.
2. What do you love the most about your job as a Physio?
No two days are the same and you never know how each day is going to develop. Being able to work each day with people, making a difference and helping them achieve their goals.
3. What’s your proudest moment as a Physio?
Being part of the Great Britain Olympic Team and watching the athletes I have worked with, through all the hours of training and sacrifice, realise their dreams.
Hugo Carvalheiro
1. Why did you decide to become a Physio?
I wanted a profession where I could help people and see the results, a profession where every day would be different, a profession where I would meet and communicate with different people, a profession where I would need to update my knowledge frequently.
2. What do you love the most about your job as a Physio?
I can help people achieve their goals and change their lives.
3. What’s your proudest moment as a Physio?
The moment I helped a paraplegic stand on his feet and walk with lower limb orthotics and crutches.
Chris Tiley
1. Why did you decide to become a physio?
When I was doing my GCSE’s I started to think about potential careers that I would like to pursue. Physiotherapy was suggested to me and the more I looked into it the more it appealed to me. I liked the idea that I would be helping people and make a difference to their lives. I liked how varied the different jobs are within physiotherapy, ranging from the acute hospital setting up to dealing with elite athletes and everything in between.
2. What do you love most about your job as a physiotherapist?
I love being able to interact with lots of different people throughout my day and the challenges that brings with adapting my approach to each person’s different situations. No two patients present the same, even if they are coming in with the same condition. This makes each day different and varied and makes it even more rewarding when helping people achieve each of their goals.
3. What is your proudest moment as a physiotherapist?
My proudest moment as a physiotherapist is being involved with British ParaSnowsport for 2 seasons. Although I did not go with them to the Paralympics, I am proud to have treated 2 Paralympic gold medallists as well as silver and bronze medallists in the run up to the games.
Kim Leith
1. Why did you decide to become a Physio?
My Uncle has Multiple Sclerosis and has been in a wheelchair as long as I can remember. I always found it amazing to see how much more mobility and function he had after his Physiotherapy sessions. I also wanted to do something medical as a job, but I’m far too squeamish to be a Nurse or a Doctor!
2. What do you love the most about your job as a Physio?
The problem solving aspect – each patient is like a puzzle when they first arrive and through the assessment you can identify the cause for their pain or problem. Being able to give someone an answer and a reason for why they feel like they do is often the first big step on the road to recovery.
3. What’s your proudest moment as a Physio?
Helping people achieve their goals, no matter how big or small.
All of our team of Physiotherapists are members of The Chartered Society of Physiotherapists and registered with The Health Care Professions Council, ensuring regulation, high quality standards of care and professionalism.