Meet the team

Mel qualified from The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg in 2000.  She moved to the UK in 2001 and has worked in the private sector ever since.  Mel has over 25 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions, including neck and back pain, post-operative recovery, sports injuries and pelvic pain.  She has a special interest in women’s health, and can help you address any issues arising in the pre- and post natal period or associated with the menopause.  She has recently gained her women’s health certification with the APPI for Pilates in this population and has done her continence training through the POGP (Pelvic,Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy).  Mel is also a fully certified APPI mat and equipment instructor and APPI Master Trainer – and runs various Pilates classes. She uses Pilates principles to aid rehabilitation – particularly for clients with back, neck and pelvic -related pain and dysfunction.  Mel is also involved in the Pilates education side of APPI Healthgroup, delivering Pilates courses in the UK and around the world.  Outside of work Melanie completed a half iron man distance triathlon and enjoys keeping active.