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Welcome to Next Step Physio

Next Step Physio is a clinic in Sale, Cheshire, specialising in post-op rehabilitation for all orthopaedic surgeries and treating musculoskeletal complaints including neck and back pain, as well as shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle pain.

Our mission is to provide exceptional care in a warm, welcoming and supportive environment.

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A Physiotherapist stretching a patients shoulder with her hands

Our Approach

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At Next Step Physio, we focus on individualised treatment plans that promote recovery, mobility, strength and overall well-being.

With a commitment to evidence based practice, we ensure that every treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs and goals.

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​We treat patients using a combination of hands on techniques (massage, mobilisation and soft tissue techniques) and exercise programmes to improve range of movement, strength, stability and balance. You don’t need to join a gym or have any special equipment – most exercises can be carried out easily in your own home.

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Our Services

We have a range of services designed to facilitate recovery, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. From post-op rehabilitation to musculoskeletal treatment, our comprehensive approach aims to address individual health needs and promote optimal recovery.

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Post-Op Rehabilitation

Our post-op rehabilitation focuses on promoting recovery and restoring mobility and strength after orthopaedic surgery. 

We work in close communication with your consultant to ensure that you are making the anticipated progress following your operation and deal with any issues or concerns.

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Orthopaedic Physiotherapy
for Musculoskeletal complaints

Physiotherapy treatment targets specific complaints such as neck and back pain, shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle issues, using a variety of techniques aimed at alleviating discomfort and enhance overall well-being.

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Virtual/Online Physiotherapy

When you can't be seen in person

Physiotherapy treatment can be effectively carried out online. This can be beneficial for patients that are unable to travel or cannot be seen in person for any reason. It gives us the opportunity to review how you are getting on and progress your advice and exercises, without needing to be seen in person.

Meet your Physio

Sarah Barnes

Chartered Physiotherapist

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Sarah qualified from Salford University with a BSc in Sports Rehabilitation in 2000 and after working in a sports injuries clinic and in various team sports, she became a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2007.  Since then, she has worked in a large, local private hospital in the outpatient department, treating patients following a wide variety of orthopaedic surgeries (including total hip and knee replacements, rotator cuff surgeries, knee and hip arthroscopies and spinal surgeries.) She also treated patients with a variety of musculoskeletal complaints and trauma.

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Sarah decided to set up Next Step Physio as she was ready for a change and  wanted to be able to treat her patients in a calm, relaxing environment in her clinic room at home.

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Sarah has a special interest in treating hip patients – in particular Greater Trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) and young adult hip pain. She had a hip arthroscopy 15 years ago and understands clearly the effects that hip pain has in the younger population.

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Sarah treats patients using a combination of hands on techniques (massage, mobilisation and soft tissue techniques) and exercise programmes to improve range of movement, strength, stability and balance. 

What does Physiotherapy involve?

Physiotherapists help people affected by injury, illness or disability, through movement and exercise, manual therapy, education and advice. (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, 2025)

Initial Assessment

Personalised assessment and treatment plan

Our initial assessment focuses on understanding your condition and needs, in order to create a personalised treatment plan with you that addresses your specific goals and concerns.

We will do a variety of movements and tests in order to work out what is causing your problem. We will then explain this diagnosis to you and help you to understand it. We will do some treatment and give you some exercises and advice to get you started.

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Follow Up Sessions

Customised treatment and rehabilitation

Each Physiotherapy session is aimed at making further improvements with the issues identified at your initial assessment.

We use a combination of techniques to accelerate healing and improve your overall well-being.

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Progress Tracking

Monitoring and Adjustments

We closely monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments to your treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcomes and long-term wellness.

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Contact Us

Sarah Barnes BSc MCSP  sarah@nextstepphysio.co.uk   07450 312163   0161 710 0422​

What do we treat?

Neck Pain
Back pain

Including:

Disc Prolapse

Disc Degeneration

Nerve Root inflammation

Spinal Stenosis

Muscle Spasm

Osteoarthritis

Hip Pain
Knee Pain
Ankle Pain

Including:

Hip Impingement

Labral Tears

Bursitis

GTPS

Groin Strains

Meniscal Injuries

Ligament Injuries

Patellofemoral Joint pain

Ankle Sprains

Plantar Fasciitis

Achilles Tendon Injuries

Osteoarthritis

Shoulder Pain
Elbow Pain

Including:

Frozen Shoulder

Shoulder Impingement

Bursitis

Osteoarthritis

Tennis Elbow

This is not an exhaustive list. If you want to contact us to discuss whether physiotherapy is appropriate for  your condition, use the contact form, call or email us.

Post Op Physiotherapy
We treat patients following many surgeries, including:

Cervical and Lumbar Spine

  • Lumbar Discectomy

  • Lumbar Microdiscectomy

  • Spinal Decompression

  • Vertebroplasty

  • Kyphoplasty

  • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)

  • Injection management

Hip, Knee and Ankle

  • Total Hip Replacement

  • Hip Arthroscopy

  • Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO)

  • Total Knee Replacement

  • Unicompartmental Knee Replacement

  • Knee Arthroscopy

  • MPFL reconstruction

  • Ankle Fusion

  • Achilles repair

  • Lateral Ligament Reconstruction

Shoulder

  • Rotator Cuff Repair

  • Arthroscopic Subacromial Decompression (ASAD)

  • ​Arthrolysis/Release

  • Total Shoulder Replacement (standard and reverse)

  • SLAP Repair

  • Anterior Stabilisation

This is not an exhaustive list. If you want to contact us to discuss whether physiotherapy is appropriate for  your surgery and when it should be commenced, use the contact form, call or email us.

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