Charles Haslett

Charles has many years experience of using physical approaches to maintain and restore wellbeing - whether it be from a sports related injury or the wear and tear of everyday life.

His interest in rehabilitation stemmed from his own experiences as a highly competitive runner and in the 1980's turned to weight-training as a medium to prevent further injuries and in 1986 he became a qualified Bodybuilding Instructor. Treating patients by massage began with IHBC qualification in 1994, followed by study in Blackpool at the Northern Institute of Massage to become a Remedial Masseur in 2000, thereafter running his own private practice in the north of England until returning to his roots in Bournemouth in 2004.

Following more extensive study Charles gained the protected title of Physiotherapist in 2005 becoming registered with the regulatory body in UK, the Health Professions Council. As such, treatment costs may be reclaimed through Medical Insurance Policies. Recently, in the Bournemouth area Charles has worked from Elegance Hair & Beauty Salon in Canford Cliffs Village and operated a mobile physiotherapy service.

Charles is available for treatments most days by appointment

Physiotherapy

First appointment £45 (45 mins) includes assessment and some treatment

Follow up appointments £35 (30 mins)

Costs may be claimed back through medical insurance

(please speak to Charles for details)

Charles will call you before your treatment to make sure your condition is suitable for treatment.

Treatment may consist of:

Remedial Massage: Massage techniques to suit the condition
Ultrasound: An electro therapeutic method which breaks down adhesions and loosens scar tissue after injury. Also has an analgesic effect.
Interferential: An electrotherapeutic method which can relieve pain through the interaction of mixed electric currents in the body.
Stretching & Mobilisation: Stretching of tissues and mobilisation of joints to regain optimum body function.
Exercise, Advice & Guidance: Exercise advice and demonstration to prevent recurrence of symptoms.

£5 off your appointment fee, when Charles receives any referrals from you.

COSTS MAY BE CLAIMED BACK THROUGH MEDICAL INSURANCE

PLEASE NOTE: 24 hours is required for cancellation with Charles otherwise half fee will be charged.

Remedial Massage

Remedial Massage is a deep form of massage to bring the body back to normal balance. Ideal for sports injuries, arthritis, bad circulation, stress or general discomfort due to bad posture or strain.

Cost: £35 Full Body (60mins) ● £20 Back, Neck & Shoulders (30mins)

Sports Injury Massage

Sports massage is based on Swedish massage, a technique that uses the application of pressure to manipulate soft tissue. Swedish massage was developed in the 1700s by Per Henrik Ling, a Swedish physiologist and fencing master, and involves the use of gliding strokes, kneading movements, circular pressure of the hand and fingers, vibratory movements, brisk tapping and bending and stretching. Sports massage incorporates all of these Swedish massage movements, together with additional intensive techniques that are specifically designed to prevent and treat sports injuries.

How does it work?

Sports massage aims to improve the suppleness and flexibility of muscles and joints, improve blood circulation, speed up the healing of damaged or stressed muscles, tissues and joints, and prevent future muscle and tendon injuries.

A sports massage can be carried out prior to a sports event, when it will stimulate circulation, calm nervous tension and prepare the individual for optimal performance whilst at the same time reducing the risk of injury. It can be carried out after a sports event, when it will relieve soreness and assist with the removal of lactic acid and other waste products. It is often used during training, when the practitioner will focus on speeding up the healing of existing injuries and preventing the development of future injuries.

What does it involve?

The client is usually asked to remove their outer layer of clothing so that the practitioner can work directly onto the skin. The massage is carried out whilst the client is lying on a massage couch or table and, depending on whether it is pre-event, post-event or a training massage.

What is it good for?

Sports massage is good for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculoskeletal system. It reduces strain and discomfort caused by training or participating in sport, and it encourages the body to heal and repair any injuries sustained.

What are the benefits?

The main benefit of sports massage is that it improves muscle flexibility, blood circulation and reduces swelling, aids the prevention of sports injuries and assists the body with recovery and repair after sports injuries have been sustained.

What are the side effects and when should it be avoided?

Sports massage, although relaxing and soothing, can also be quite vigorous. If the client has muscle soreness the massage may, initially, cause some discomfort. Sports massage should be avoided if you have open wounds, muscle tears, sprained ligaments or burns; varicose veins, phlebitis, thrombosis, cancer, tumours, melanoma or haemophilia. This therapy is also unsuitable for anyone with infectious skin disease such as a fungal infection or herpes. People with diabetes should be aware that sports massage will have the same effects as exercise.

Cost: £25 (30mins) - £40 (60mins)