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Specialises in

• Acupuncture (MSK)
• Back pain (MSK)
• Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) MSK

• Hand therapy
• Musculoskeletal

• Pain management
• Sports injuries (MSK)

About me

Kirsty Harris is a highly experienced Chartered Physiotherapist, specialising in Musculoskeletal and Sports Injury Rehabilitation. Since qualifying with a BSc(Hons) in Physiotherapy from the University of Huddersfield in 2005, she has built a wealth of experience across both NHS and private healthcare sectors.

Kirsty began her career in NHS hospitals in South Wales, working across ward-based and outpatient settings before specialising in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. She progressed into senior roles within the NHS, developing advanced skills in treating orthopaedic, sports, and complex musculoskeletal conditions.

In 2011, Kirsty joined the Royal Berkshire NHS Trust as an Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Practitioner, working closely with Orthopaedic Consultants to assess, treat, and rehabilitate patients. In 2014, she transitioned fully into the private sector, continuing her specialism while working as a Senior Physiotherapist for the Ministry of Defence, supporting military personnel in residential rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, and multidisciplinary assessment centres.

Alongside her clinical roles, Kirsty has a long-standing passion for sports injury management. She has been Lead Physiotherapist for a local rugby team and worked with the U16s Regional Academy Squad, providing pitch-side care, injury assessments, and tailored rehabilitation programmes.

She is fully qualified in a range of advanced physiotherapy techniques, including:

- Manual Therapy (Mobilisation & Manipulation)
- Shockwave Therapy
- Pilates
- Taping & Sports Rehabilitation
- Acupuncture/Dry Needling
- Injection Therapy

Kirsty is also a certified Pilates instructor, having trained with the Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI)�a world-leading provider in physiotherapy-based Pilates education. She loves running group rehab classes and finds real joy in helping people move confidently and reach their recovery goals.

Now, Kirsty runs her own private practice�Kirsty Harris Physiotherapy�based at the beautiful Welford Park Estate near Newbury. She offers both in-person and virtual physiotherapy consultations, helping patients recover, move better, and stay active with confidence.

Areas of interest

Hip Pain; Knee Pain; Ankle Pain; Foot Pain; Shoulder Pain; Elbow Pain; Wrist Pain; Hand Pain; Back Pain; Neck Pain; Sacroiliac Pain; Hypermobility; Pregnancy-related Pain; Sciatica; Nerve Pain; Osteoarthritis; Joint Stiffness; Frozen Shoulder; Shoulder Impingement; Rotator Cuff Injury; Ligament Sprains; Muscular Dysfunction; Muscle Strains, Postural Dysfunction, Movement Dysfunction; Muscle Weakness; Whiplash Associated Disorders; Headaches; Acute Sports Injuries; Chronic Sports Injuries; Post-Operative Rehabilitation; Problems following Orthopaedic Surgery; Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation; Joint Replacement Rehabilitation; Joint Resurfacing Rehabilitation; Ligament Reconstruction Rehabilitation; Tendon & Muscle Repair Rehabilitation; Joint Stabilisation Rehabilitation; Meniscal Repair Rehabilitation; Shockwave therapy; ESWT