I'm fairly new to Bristol and frequently need a proper sports massage, and was recommended to THE Medical by a friend. I was suffering from the aches and pains of playing competitive sport for a number of years; specifically aches from football to my hamstrings, calf muscles as well as my ankles and knees.
"what sets Kelvin apart is that he not only explains why you are in the situation you are and what he's going to do to fix the problem, but as importantly he explained what I could do myself to resolve the situation."
I found the treatment at THE Medical really good; painful but worth the pain for the result! I have seen a number of sports massage specialists over the last few years and for me what sets Kelvin apart is that he not only explains why you are in the situation you are and what he's going to do to fix the problem, but as importantly he explained what I could do myself to resolve the situation. I was also impressed that he didn't use technology like some massage therapists, but he uses his own skills and knowledge.
I'm still going through a series of sessions but I'm definitely feeling improvements - and crucially I'm already back playing football again!
Neil Harrison, Director, Light Digital
I initially booked an appointment at THE Medical for their Osteopath to treat a chronic upper back and neck problem I'd had for many years, dating back to an old rugby injury. Two years on, I'm pleased to say I haven't had to go back once, the problem having been seemingly completely sorted. However, I was so impressed by THE Medical's holistic approach to the treatment of injuries, and the friendly 'can do' attitude all of their staff that I opted to have a sports massage with one of their specialists, Kelvin Perry.
After just one session, I was totally converted to the benefits of having a regular massage treatment as part of my training regime. Whereas before, I was constantly picking up little niggling injuries which hampered my training, I'm now able to focus properly on trying to improve my performance. I am also enjoying my training so much more. I have recommended Kelvin to scores of my friends and colleagues many of whom now also visit him regularly. The thing I find most impressive about Kelvin is the fact that no treatment is ever exactly the same as the last one. He tailors each one to specific issues that he or I have identified so that they never become too much of a problem. Kelvin's treatments also always come with added value in the form of training tips and recommendations for things that I can do myself to reduce injury and increase performance. Although I know that I might have a few sore muscles at the end of one of Kelvin's treatments, I always know that I'll walk out feeling much better than when I walked in!
James Pheasant, Senior Associate, Burges Salmon LLP
I'm a triathlete, cyclist & runner and over the years I've suffered from various aches & injuries as a result of having a heavy training workload. Being new to Bristol I came across 'The Medical' via an internet search whilst looking for a professional physio who I could trust to treat sports injuries.
With the help from Kelvin & Hazel I've found that I've been able to sustain my training whilst being able to recover from injuries remarkably quickly.
Their friendly atmosphere makes for a relaxing treatment whilst being effective and always something to look forward to.
Clive Marston, Contract Engineer, GKN Ltd
I was recommended The Medical by a work colleague just over 2 years ago. I have been having a sports massage roughly every 8 weeks since then with Kelvin who I find very professional, helpful, understanding and friendly. I do quite a few different sports (fencing, climbing) and being over 40 find that the recovery time from injury is much slower now so a good deep sports massage every few weeks does the trick. I have also had acupuncture for tennis elbow which was very helpful. I would be very happy to (and do) recommend The Medical to friends and colleagues.
Tracey Rodford, Legal Secretary, Burges Salmon LLP
As a keen sports enthusiast, back pain is far from ideal.
Seronegative issues have been a challenge for the past 14 years. It
was always something that I "got on with" without ever really
considering proactive ways to manage the condition.
I was referred to The Medical via a gift voucher form my brother
and after 20 years of trying, this time he managed to get it
spot on! Hazel and Chris have been outstanding in working
together to balance both Chiropractic and Sports massage based
services that have not only addressed my existing issues, but also
given me ways of preventing any long term problem occurring in the
future.
"Their knowledge and advise have really made a noticeable difference..."
They have worked with me on ways to increase core stability,
improve posture, train more sensibly, and even ways to sleep more
effectively! Their knowledge and advise have really made a
noticeable difference and I am training at intensities that I had
previously been advised were impossible.
Every person I have met at The Medical has been friendly, helpful
and accommodating. Everybody seems to enjoy working there and it is
obvious why! Mike and Becky have really gone the extra mile to help
me manage my appointments around a busy work schedule.
I have referred a number of friends and family members to the team
and I have no intention of stopping now! If you have any
musculoskeletal problems, aches or pains, you really need to try
these guys!
Steve Herbert, Client Services Manager, Office Response
Ltd