18th May 23
Who are The Carter & George Practice?
Our co-founders, Jamie George and Rhys Carter, established The Carter & George Practice with the vision of making elite medical treatments (usually reserved for high-level athletes) accessible to everyone.
The synergy of Rhys’ professional and experienced physiotherapy background, with Jamie’s unique understanding as a professional rugby player, allows The Carter & George Practice to provide a uniquely well-rounded service to all our patients.
The Carter & George Practice is a sports injury clinic and consists of a team of highly qualified professionals (sports physiotherapists, sports therapists and strength & conditioning experts) with specialist knowledge, spanning a diverse range of conditions and treatments.
These include advanced skills such as shockwave therapy and IMS Needling, as well as sports massage, manual therapy techniques and exercise rehabilitation.
Our team works collaboratively to treat our patients with a balanced approach that is usually reserved for professional athletes.
Specialising in sports injury (for more about what a sports physio does, click here), The Carter & George Practice provide the highest level of care to all our patients. Our team has a comprehensive understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of sports injuries, allowing us to provide tailored treatment plans and rehabilitation services that are constantly updated with the most current research.
With experience treating everyone from professional athletes to amateur sports enthusiasts, our team have the knowledge and expertise necessary to diagnose and treat any sport-related injury.
The Carter & George Practice are dedicated to helping you reach your goals by providing effective treatment in a safe and supportive environment.
What are the benefits of seeing a Sports Injury Specialist?
Seeing a specialist in sports injuries can bring with it many benefits. Firstly, our specialists have thorough understanding of the anatomy and biomechanics of sports-related injuries which allows them to provide tailored treatment plans that are focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for patients.
Sports Physiotherapists are also up to date with the latest research and can ensure that the treatment is current and effective.
Additionally, our specialists have experience treating a range of patients from professional athletes to amateur sports enthusiasts. This allows them to provide treatments that are tailored to meet the specific needs of every patient.
Being Specific to Your Sport
It is important for a sports physios to understand the sport that the patient is participating in. This allows them to provide treatments and rehabilitation services that are tailored to meet the needs of each individual athlete.
With an understanding of the specifics of the sport, a sports physiotherapist can design an effective treatment plan, focusing on reducing pain and improving performance.
Advanced Treatment Options at Carter & George
IMS Needling
Our team are trained in advanced treatments such as Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) which is a treatment used to help reduce pain and improve function.
IMS uses very fine needles that are inserted into specific muscles, causing them to twitch in order to loosen up the muscle fibres and reduce adhesions. It is specifically for spinal pain such as neck pain, facet joint pain and lower back pain.
Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses sound waves to provide short and long-term pain relief. This technology can help reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and accelerate the healing process of injured tendons or muscles.
Shockwave Therapy is ideal for treating chronic injuries, acute injuries, sports injuries, tendonitis and plantar fasciitis.
Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFR)
Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFR) is a form of exercise that uses a device to restrict the flow of blood to an injured area. This technique involves wrapping a band around the limb and then using precise pressure to limit the amount of blood reaching the area.
It is a modern modality to help with sports injury rehabilitation. Through the use of BFR, athletes can safely increase intensity and improve their overall conditioning without aggravating a sports injury or causing further damage. In addition to helping prevent injuries, BFR also helps accelerate recovery time following physical activity.
Footscan
Footscan is an innovative 3D scanning system that helps to map the pressure distribution of each foot as it moves through its natural range of motion. This technology allows us to accurately diagnose and treat conditions such as plantar fasciitis, over-pronation and flat feet.
Metabolic Testing
Metabolic testing measures how your body uses oxygen during exercise. This allows us to provide targeted training advice and nutrition plans that are tailored to your individual needs.
Metabolic testing can help athletes identify areas for improvement, allowing them to reach their peak performance more safely and quickly.
How to book:
Booking an appointment with Carter & George is easy and can be done in a few simple steps.
1. Visit our website at www.carterandgeorge.co.uk/online-booking where you will find the appointment booking page.
2. Call us on 01992 446725
Carter & George is the number one sports injury clinic in Hertfordshire because of our team of experienced specialists, advanced treatments and technologies, tailored sports injury treatment plans and understanding of the specific sport each patient plays.
Our goal is to provide effective treatments and rehabilitation services that reduce pain and improve performance in a safe and efficient manner.
We are registered with all major health insurers, and also see self-funding patients for physiotherapy, sports therapy, personal training and strength & conditioning.
We have clinics across Hertfordshire, so if you need help with a sports injury, please do not hesitate to contact us!