The Team

SOPHIE LAMB

Clinic owner, Sports Therapist (MSc)

Hi, I’m Sophie,

I have been providing Sports Therapy treatments in and around Sunderland for over 9 years. In this time I have worked both mobile and in a clinic. I have also worked with multiple sports clubs over the years but now reside in private practice with my own clinic space.

When I finished my Sports Development degree back in 2014 I continued to study further and gained level 3 and level 4 Sports massage qualifications. From this I set up my own sports massage business and my passion grew for helping people overcome injuries and relieving people of pain. I was then spurred on to improve my knowledge further and so I went back to Teesside University in 2018 to study a Masters degree in Sports Rehabilitation. During this time, I worked with Hartlepool United Football Club alongside their first team Sports Therapist.

My passion is to get you OUT of pain, by understanding how the body moves and the connection of muscle to movement. I work with the body as a whole and not just where you feel your pain. My aim is to relieve you of pain and improve your mobility with my knowledge of anatomy, physiology and the musckuloskeletal system.

Sophie works Monday, Thursday & Friday and provides Sports Therapy, Sports and Pregnancy Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Acupuncture.

Lucy King

Reflexologist

I remember as a little girl, setting up a bowl of warm water and offering close family members a foot soak and massage, so I suppose you could say that being a therapist has always been a part of who I am!

After completing a Foundation degree in Complementary Therapies at New College Durham back in 2008, I was very lucky to land my first role as a Therapist within a drug and alcohol service, offering treatments to clients and their families who were dealing with the day to day struggles of addiction. For the last 3 years I have been working part time as a Complementary Therapist within the NHS Palliative Care setting, which is a real privilege and again has allowed me to develop an array of new skills and training.

I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology (VTCT) and have completed further training with the fantastic Sally Earlam in Maternity Reflexology. This allows me to incorporate additional techniques for women on their individual pregnancy journey.

As well as being a full member of The Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT) I am also a full member of the Association of Reproductive Reflexologists (ARR) after completing Reproflexology training with the very experienced Barbara Scott at Seren NAtural Fertility.

Lucy is available Tuesdays 11-7 and offers Standard Reflexology, Pregnancy Reflexology, Fertility Reflexology and Menopause Reflexology.

Pete simpson

Senior Physiotherapist. BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MHCPC, MCSP

I have been a Physiotherapist since graduating from Northumbria University in 2002. Since then I have worked in a wide range of settings until i specialised in Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy in 2014. Currently I am working as a Spinal Specialist ESP with the NHS in County Durham. I have extensive experience and expertise in treating all forms of MSK pain in every area of the body. I have a special interest in the treatment of spinal pain and long term pain conditions.

I have worked across all spectrums of Physio therapy, from elite sportspeople to geriatric rehab and everything inbetween. I provide expert and efficient assessments and treatments for my patient and pride myself on the exceptional standard of care i give to everyone who walks through my door.

I am trained in acupuncture and have extensive training in manual therapy, exercise provision and massage.

Pete is available Wednesday evenings 6pm-8:30pm.

debs russell

Senior Physiotherapist. BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

I graduated with a First Class Honours degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Ulster in 2011. I worked in the NHS and also completed at MPhil researching the impact of fatigue in Fibromyalgia. This process started my passion for holistic and empathetic based Physiotherapy approaches and techniques. I trained in acupuncture and also started building me experience in other holistic therapies and yoga. I have now worked in MKS Physiotherapy for over 11 years.

After moving back home to the North East with Hubby (Pete, above) in tow, I worked in a local Hospice before starting my family.

I am passionate about holistic empathetic care, where each client is treated as a whole and not just as a condition. I work not only to improve outcomes in specific conditions but also to improve overall well-being both physically and mentally.

Debs is available on Saturday mornings 9-1 and offers Physiotherapy and Sports Massage.

LIVI SWAINE

Physiotherapist MSc

I am a dedicated Physiotherapist with a special interest in supporting individuals with Parkinson’s disease, stroke rehabilitation and elderly patients facing mobility issues.

I strive to empower patients to achieve their highest potential in line with their own defined goals and aspirations and in many cases, helping them to accomplish things they never thought possible.

Therefore, I recognise the value in adopting a patient centred approach to care. I take time to listen and understand each client’s unique needs, creating tailored treatment plans to support their well-being.

I am also trained in massage therapy, acupuncture and lymphatic drainage massage. Incorporate these into my treatment plans to enhance outcomes and provide the best possible care.

I am passionate about helping all clients regardless of their condition. I strive to make a meaningful difference to their lives

Livi is available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays offering daytime and evening appointments.

She provides Physiotherapy, Sports Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage and Acupuncture (including combos).

Lindsey Graham

Senior Physiotherapist. BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. Women’s Health Specialist

I graduated from Brunel University, London in 2002 with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy and returned to the North East to begin my work journey in the NHS.

In 2004 i started working at a private practice Physiotherapy clinic in Newcastle, specialising in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy in a wide range of settings including NHS, occupational health and private practice. I went on to open my own private clinic in Sunderland (2010-2019) and have worked in private Physiotherapy since, as well as having my 2 children who are now 4 and 6.

I developed an increasing interest in Women’s Health and wellbeing since 2010 and trained accordingly over the years with amazing and well respected tutors in this speicalism.

My passion in Women’s Health Physiotherapy and coaching continues and conditions that affects us during the post-natal and peri to menopause journeys. These conditions and their associated problems are often ignored, misunderstood and therefore not treated with the specialist care and attention they deserve. I love to help assess, educate and empower women and make a difference to their overall health and wellbeing with a bespoke holistic approach.

Lindsey offers the Mummy MOT and an MOT for Menopause and is available for appointments Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.

CAMERON LANE

Sports Therapist BSc (Hons) and MSc

I am a sports therapist with 7 years of experience working within sporting and clinical environments. The majority of my experience has been working in football at all levels in England, Sweden and Taiwan. I have also had a lot of experience with patients of all ages in my own practice providing injury assessment, rehabilitation and manual therapy techniques.

Cameron is our resident Football Sports Therapist and has a keen interest and vast experience in lower limb injuries and rehabilitation.

Cameron is available Monday and Thursday 5:30-8:30 and provides Injury Assessment, Sports Therapy and Sports Massage.