Conditions We Treat at Physiome,
Ethos Sports Centre, South Kensington Physiotherapy
At our South Kensington clinic we offer a full range of musculoskeletal care, from Injection Therapy and Sports Physiotherapy to hands-on treatments including Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Acupuncture and Dry Needling. We also provide Joint Replacement Physiotherapy, Pre and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation and Arthritis and Joint Care Physiotherapy to help you manage longer-term conditions and stay active.
To pinpoint what's holding you back, start with a Sports Assessment or a full Body MOT. We treat specialised concerns too, including TMJ Physiotherapy, Scoliosis Physiotherapy, ACL Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation and Running and Marathon Physiotherapy, alongside Men's Health Physiotherapy, Children's Physiotherapy, Nutrition and Lifestyle Guidance and MRI, X-ray and Ultrasound Referrals where further investigation is needed.
Our clinic regularly supports clients from Belgravia, Pimlico, Earl's Court, Notting Hill, Paddington, Marylebone, Soho, Fulham, Hammersmith, Shepherd's Bush, Mayfair, Covent Garden, and central London areas.
Sports Injuries
- ACL/ligament tears
- Meniscus injuries
- Ankle sprains
- Muscle strains (Hamstring, Calf, Groin)
- Tendinopathy (Achilles, Patellar)
- Rotator cuff tears
Spinal Conditions
- Non-specific back/neck pain
- Sciatica/Radiculopathy
- Disc herniation
- Spinal stenosis
- Whiplash
- Scoliosis management
Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist
- Shoulder impingement
- Frozen shoulder
- Tennis/Golfer’s elbow
- De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
Hip, Knee & Foot
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Femoracetabular impingement (FAI)
- Knee pain (PFPS)
- Plantat fasciitis
- Morton’s neuroma
Post-Operative Rehab
- ACL reconstruction
- Joint replacement surgery
- Spinal surgeries
- Shoulder stabilization
Persistent Pain
- Chronic pain management
- Fibromyalgia
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
- Stress-related musculoskeletal pain
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders and Bruxism
Ali has specialist clinical knowledge in the assessment and evidence-based treatment of TMJ disorders and bruxism — conditions frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed in primary care. TMJ dysfunction can cause jaw pain, clicking, headaches, facial pain, ear pain, tinnitus, dizziness, and neck tension. Bruxism, the involuntary grinding or clenching of teeth, affects up to 31% of the population and is strongly linked to anxiety, stress, and emotional arousal in 70-80% of cases.
Some of the contributing factors include:
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Anxiety, chronic stress and emotional arousal (strongest link)
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Sleep disorders and poor sleep quality
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Caffeine and alcohol consumption
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Certain medications including SSRIs
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Genetic predisposition
Treatment at Physiome Kensington includes:
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Manual therapy to the jaw, neck and upper thoracic spine
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Dry needling and acupuncture for muscle tension and pain relief
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Targeted jaw and postural exercise rehabilitation
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Patient education on jaw mechanics and self-management strategies
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CBT-based anxiety and panic attack management to address the psychological root cause of bruxism — reducing teeth grinding, jaw clenching and TMJ flare-ups at source
Ali integrated approach treats both the physical mechanics of the jaw and the underlying anxiety driving the condition — delivering more sustainable long-term outcomes with holistic approach than purely mechanical or dental treatments alone.
Scoliosis Rehabilitation
Ali has direct clinical experience treating scoliosis patients at Scoliosis SOS — the UK's leading and longest-running specialist scoliosis clinic, using their internationally recognised ScolioGold method. Treatment techniques include:
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Schroth method — curve-specific breathing and postural correction
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SEAS (Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis) — active self-correction exercises
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FITS (Functional Individual Therapy of Scoliosis) — individualised movement retraining
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Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF)
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Myofascial release and kinesio-taping for curve management
