Biography
Gemma Skudder is a sports physiotherapist known for her expertise in managing and rehabilitating injuries. With a career spanning over 12 years, Gemma has dedicated herself to helping people and athletes of all levels achieve optimal performance and recovery.
Gemma treat’s a wide range of injuries and see’s all musculoskeletal injuries, however she has a special interest in thoracic outlet, concussion, hamstring injuries and wrist and hand injuries.
Gemma completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Keele and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Sports Physiotherapy from Bath. Throughout her career, Gemma has worked with a variety of sports teams and elite athletes, providing tailored treatment plans that incorporate manual therapy, exercise prescription, and cutting-edge evidence-based rehabilitation techniques. Her experience includes working with professional football clubs, Olympic athletes and national sports teams.
Gemma’s commitment to evidence-based practice, ongoing education and her passion for sports medicine is evident in her active involvement in research and contributions to conferences. She is also a dedicated CSP mentor, guiding the next generation of physiotherapists through clinical supervision and teaching roles.
Beyond her clinical practice, Gemma is an advocate for injury prevention and athlete well-being. She lectures and provides workshops and seminars, educating coaches, athletes and the public on best practices for training and managing injuries.
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Specialist Interests
Sports Injuries, Knee, Ankle, Concussion, Hand & Wrist, Rugby Medicine, Shoulder Injuries, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome and Rehabilitation of Orthopaedic Trauma (Pre/Post operations and conservative management)
Sporting Interests
Rugby, Motorsport, Equestrian, Parasport and Extreme Sports
Currently Works At
Sports Physiotherapist Contractor (training camps and competitions), England Hockey and GB Wheelchair Basketball
Work Experience
Team England Legacy Physio Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, GB Wheelchair Basketball, Wales Rugby Union (7s), England Rugby Women’s (Red Roses), England Rugby Women’s Pathway Lead Physio (U18s/U20s), Saracens Women’s Rugby Lead Physio, Team GB 7s, Gillingham FC and Stoke City FC, World Paraclimbing Championships (IFSC), British Superbikes, Team GB Canoe/Kayak U23 world championships and CSP Steward
Other Experience
RFU Women’s Medical Board Advisory Member, PHICIS Level 3 and Acupuncture trained
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St Paul’s EC4M
Our St Paul’s clinic occupies a prime location on the 1st floor of the One New Change development, convenient to Cannon Street, Mansion House and Blackfriars. Offering both face-to-face and remote consultations.