Biography
Lauren began her journey into physiotherapy in 2012, during which she simultaneously completed a Master’s degree in Dance Science (with an emphasis on performance psychology) and assisted and shadowed the lead physiotherapist for Scottish Ballet.
After graduating from an MSc in Physiotherapy from Aberdeen, Scotland, she began working within the NHS, specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. Throughout this time, Lauren developed her experience in treating a myriad of conditions by also working as a freelance physiotherapist with Scottish Ballet and in a private practice specialising in back/spinal pain.
Recently, Lauren has completed an academic year working as a physiotherapist and lecturer in anatomy at English National Ballet School. In 2024 she returned to Pure Sports Medicine with heightened experience in performing arts specialist physiotherapy. Combining her own extensive experience in dance training and performance with a broad educational background, has resulted in a deeper understanding of the physical and psychological impacts of high performance demands on the human body. Lauren has also attended conferences worldwide (including IADMS and Physios in Sport’s ‘Hypermobility and Control’) in order to enhance her comprehension of physiotherapy for diverse athletes and performers.
Lauren draws on coaching and interpersonal skills to empower individuals of all fitness levels in achieving their goals through personalised treatment programmes and education. Her special interests lie within injury prevention and rehabilitation of performing artists and athletes, and she utilises astute observational skills to thoroughly assess biomechanical disparities and movement patterns for all manner of clientele. Overall, Lauren aims to utilise her experience in order to approach injury prevention and rehabilitation in a more unique, holistic, and meaningful way.
Specialist Interests
Shoulder, Back Pain, Sports Injuries, Knee, Post Operative, Performing Arts Medicine, Tendinopathy, Foot & Ankle, Chronic Pain, Hypermobility, Hip, Back, Sports Rehabilitation, Joint Instability, Ankle Impingement, Joint Dislocation and Femoral acetabular impingement
Sporting Interests
Running, Dance, Ballet, Volleyball, Argentine tango, Swing Dancing, Balboa, Hip Hop, Lindy Hop, Musical theatre and Samba
Work Experience
English National Ballet School, TEN Health & Fitness, West End Physio (Glasgow), Scottish Ballet, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde and University of Edinburgh
Other Experience
Healthcare Practitioner Member (One Dance UK), Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Qualified Healthcare practitioner under the HCPC and Qualified Physical Therapist with the OTPTAT (Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers Board)
“As a keen dancer recovering from a knee operation, I found a top physio with dance experience and knowledge to work with to build my confidence and knowledge on recovery and looking after myself now and in my training future. Could not have hoped for a better experience.”
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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.