Sports & Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
BSC (PHYSIO) MSC (SPORTS AND EXERCISE MEDICINE) MCSP MHCPC
chris.bestwick@westlondonphysio.co.uk
Educational Background:
University of Nottingham – BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
University of Nottingham – MSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Medicine
University of Nottingham – PG Cert Injection therapy
Society Of Musculoskeletal Medicine (SOMMs) Diploma Part A
Professional Sport Experience:
Head of Medical – Esher Rugby
Senior Physiotherapist – British Sailing
Senior Physiotherapist – Harlequin FC
Samoa National Rugby Team – Lead up to 2019 RWC
Clinical Experience:
With over a decade of hands-on experience, Chris has developed a specific interest and expertise across a variety of areas including: Shoulder Instability, Traumatic Injuries (all joints), Lower Back Pain, Tendon Injuries.
Chris’s master’s degree in sports and exercise medicine and previous work in elite sport has given him a breadth of knowledge regarding the human body and a passion for helping patients recover to full function. In addition to his professional experiences, Chris has had personal experience of pain and rehab, having undergone major shoulder stabilisation surgery himself. This personal journey, which led to a complete recovery and successful rehabilitation, has cultivated a genuine passion for helping others recover. Whether it’s a minor sprain or a major injury, he remains committed to ensuring each patient returns to their optimal health and function.
A highly skilled hands-on clinician and manual therapist, Chris also designs treatment and rehab programs that fit to a patient’s lifestyle. He works closely with some of London’s leading surgeons and sports physicians, and is highly regarded by patients and colleagues.
When not in the clinic Chris enjoys swimming, long distance running and high intensity exercise classes, as long as there’s a good flat white at the end of it!