Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Physiotherapy in Chichester
Fontwell Physiotherapy has been dedicated to improving mobility and reducing pain for over two decades. Our team of chartered physiotherapists combines extensive clinical expertise with personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs. With facilities including a hydrotherapy pool and rehabilitation gym, we address conditions ranging from sports injuries to post-operative recovery. Our practitioners hold advanced qualifications in musculoskeletal care, acupuncture, and injection therapies, maintaining memberships with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and Health and Care Professions Council.We prioritise evidence-based practices while fostering long-term patient independence through education and targeted exercise programmes. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures patients receive the most current treatment methodologies available.
Services
Physiotherapy
Hydrotherapy
Personal Training
Pilates
Home Visits
Podiatry
Steroid Injections
Acupuncture
Gait Analysis
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We have physiotherapists with over 30 years' clinical experience
- Our team includes university lecturers and international symposium contributors
- We offer on-site hydrotherapy pool and rehabilitation gym facilities
- Our practitioners maintain HCPC and CSP professional registrations
- We provide specialist injection therapies under independent prescribers
What people say
Fantastic job
Excellent facilities
Road to recovery
Highly professional therapists
Passion for helping
Services
Physiotherapy
Our physiotherapy service addresses back pain, sports injuries, and post-operative rehabilitation through manual therapy and tailored exercise programmes. With practitioners holding postgraduate qualifications in orthopaedics, we combine hands-on treatment with patient education to restore mobility and prevent recurrence. Each session focuses on individual goals, incorporating evidence-based techniques proven to accelerate recovery and improve long-term function.
Hydrotherapy
The dedicated hydrotherapy pool provides warm-water rehabilitation for arthritis, joint replacements, and mobility issues. Physiotherapists guide one-to-one sessions while supervised self-treatment options develop independence. The 34C water temperature relaxes muscles while buoyancy reduces joint stress, enabling exercises that might be challenging on land, promoting improved circulation and range of motion through controlled aquatic movements.
Steroid Injections
Corticosteroid injections target inflammatory conditions like arthritis and soft tissue injuries under expert administration. Our physiotherapists assess suitability before delivering precise injections to reduce swelling and pain. Combined with follow-up rehabilitation programmes, this treatment provides targeted relief for patients who haven't responded to conventional therapies, with aftercare support ensuring optimal recovery outcomes and functional improvement.
Gait Analysis
Podiatrists conduct detailed gait assessments using treadmill analysis and video replay to identify biomechanical issues. The 30-minute evaluation examines foot structure, posture, and walking/running patterns to determine injury risks or footwear requirements. Patients receive comprehensive reports with recommendations for corrective measures, helping prevent recurring injuries and improve performance for recreational and competitive athletes.
Home Visits
Our home visiting service provides rehabilitation for post-hospital discharge patients and mobility-impaired individuals. Fully qualified physiotherapists deliver treatments in residential settings, developing tailored programmes for joint replacements, balance issues, and recovery from falls. This service extends to care homes, ensuring continuity of care through collaboration with family members and caregivers to maintain patient independence and quality of life.
People
Jon Charman
Director
BSc Physiotherapy graduate with 20+ years' experience, including postgraduate studies in trauma and orthopaedics. Specialises in shoulder rehabilitation and sports injuries, maintaining close collaboration with local surgeons while serving as a guest lecturer at the University of Chichester.
Linda Exelby
Senior Physiotherapist
35-year musculoskeletal specialist with MACP fellowship, focusing on hip and spinal rehabilitation. Former senior lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire, combining manual therapy with progressive rehabilitation techniques to address tendinopathy and movement dysfunction in patients.
Amanda Foxwell
Sports Physiotherapist
Chartered physiotherapist with 20+ years' experience in sports injury management, holding a postgraduate diploma in sports physiotherapy. Combines biomechanical assessments with Pilates instruction, specialising in cyclist and runner injury prevention while maintaining active involvement in endurance sports.
Alex Ward
Orthopaedic Physiotherapist
BSc graduate with specialist expertise in complex orthopaedic rehabilitation, utilising strength and conditioning principles. Former professional rugby player applies sports science knowledge to post-operative recovery programmes, supporting patients from acute injury through to high-level functional restoration.
Mark Jones
Injection Therapist
Over 20 years' clinical experience including specialist injection therapies, qualified as one of the UK's first independent prescribing physiotherapists. Provides corticosteroid and osteoarthritis injections, maintaining collaborative relationships with regional consultants to optimise patient treatment pathways.
Questions
What physiotherapy specialisms do you offer?
We specialise in musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, injection therapies, and hydrotherapy treatments.
Do you accept private medical insurance?
We accept major insurance providers - please confirm coverage with your insurer before treatment commencement.
Can I self-refer for treatment?
Yes, no GP referral required. Our physiotherapists provide initial assessments and develop treatment plans directly with patients.
What hydrotherapy options are available?
We offer one-to-one sessions, supervised self-treatment, and group aqua classes in our purpose-built 34°C hydrotherapy pool.
Do you offer home physiotherapy visits?
Yes, our home visiting service covers post-operative rehabilitation, mobility issues, and care home patients across the local area.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, card payments, and insurance direct billing arrangements where pre-authorised by your provider.
