Our physiotherapists

Mr Andrew Appleyard

Lower Limb Specialist Physiotherapist
MSc BSc MCSP HCPC PGCert

I studied at Chester University qualifying in Sports Science and human biology before completing my MSc Physiotherapy at Teesside. I have gained experience with NHS rotational and static senior training before moving to Spire Washington in my current role of l…

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Mrs Andrea Johnson

Specialist Physiotherapist
BHSc (hons) BSc (hons) Mcsp HCPC

I am a senior Physiotherapist specialising in Women's and Men's health at Spire Hospital Washington; treating patients with pelvic health issues including post surgical, continence and pelvic pain. I am actively involved in the women's health clinical interest…

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Mrs Catherine Leighton

Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons) MCSP HCPC

I qualified from Northumbria University in 2011. I worked in the medico legal and occupational health industries before moving to the Spire. I qualified in acupuncture and have done additional courses in sports and kinesio taping and advanced shoulder diagnos…

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Mrs Christine McGlone

Upper Limb Specialist Physiotherapist
BSc(Hons) MCSP HCPC MBAHT

I specialise in upper limb musculoskeletal conditions. My interest in upper limb developed from many years working in the manufacturing sector especially Nissan and Samsung. This work includes working with ‘industrial athletes’ in factory settings and has enab…

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Mrs Judi Ritz

Spinal Specialist Physiotherapist
BSc MCSP SRP HCPC MAOCP MAACP

I specialise in spinal problems, treating patients for rehabilitation and post operatively, but I also treat a wide range of other musculoskeletal conditions.

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