Team

Sandy Vipond, BSC Hons, MCSP, MHPC, OCPPP, Principle Practitioner and Director
Sandy graduated from Manchester University in 1993 with a BSc Hons degree in Physiotherapy. Since then she has amassed a huge amount of post graduate education and experience in the the musculoskeletal field. She has worked as an extended scope practitioner in the NHS alongside Orthopaedic consultants administering joint and soft tissue injections and in addition to years of private sector work has been involved with sports clubs and individual sports people, treating both the amateur and the elite.
Sandy specialises in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions, Manual therapy, myofascial release, sports and functional specific rehabilitation and sports massage.
She has a special interest in the screening of her patients to identify and eradicate underlying factors which would cause recurrence or further injury. To further her ability to rehabilitate, Sandy has trained in Clinical Pilates with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute and now incorporates these skills into her repertoire, instructing in both one to one and class-based settings.

Katie Wales, BSc Hons, MCSP Senior Physiotherapist.
Katie graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy from Leeds Metropolitan University in 2006. She began her career in the NHS, gaining experience in neurology, arthritis management, musculoskeletal injuries, and paediatrics. She also worked with young elite rugby players, helping them stay fit and injury-free.
With a special interest in rehabilitation, Katie integrates Pilates instruction, strength and conditioning, and movement-based rehab with biomechanics and neuroscience to optimise recovery and performance. She stays up to date with the latest research to ensure clients receive the most effective care.
More recently, she has expanded her expertise into pelvic floor rehabilitation, becoming a Level 1 UK Hypopressives trainer.
A compassionate physio, Katie takes a personalised approach, understanding that recovery isn’t just about the injury—it’s about getting people back to what they love, whether that’s running, cycling, dancing, playing music, skiing, or simply walking pain-free.
Outside of work, Katie enjoys running the Cheshire hills, balancing training with gym sessions, Pilates, and family life. Having experienced both injury setbacks and the joy of movement, she is committed to helping others stay active and strong. She is also involved in local environmental initiatives.

