Meet the HLP Therapy Team
Welcome to HLP Therapy, a team dedicated to helping you recover well. Situated in the heart of Narborough, Leicester – we provide gold standard care.
Our Clinical Team have decades of knowledge and experience to bring you the best treatments and services.
The treatments we provide include:
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Physiotherapy (including Women's Health Physiotherapy and Pelvic Physiotherapy)
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Postnatal Assessments (The Natal Check),
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Scar Therapy, (including C-Section Scar Massage, Breast cancer scar treatment, Breast reduction or augmentation scar treatment
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Hysterectomy Check
Hannah
Clinical Director
Hannah Poulton is a Womens Health Physiotherapist, UK Leading Scar Specialist, C-Section Expert, Acupuncturist, Educator and PhD Student. Hannah is the Clinical Director of HLP Therapy Limited.
Hannah started her Physiotherapy career in 2002, with one goal in mind – to help individuals recover well. Her in-depth holistic treatments, incorporate aspects of a variety of treatment modalities to suit the client.
Using expert clinical reasoning, evidence based practice and the most up-to-date treatments and devices, Hannah is able to treat a wide variety of conditions.
So, if you are suffering with painful scars, had a traumatic birth, recovering from a hysterectomy, had breast cancer surgery, require a comprehensive postnatal assessment, or have a musculoskeletal injury, then book today using the online calendar.
Carrie
Women’s Health Physiotherapist
Carrie is a dedicated pelvic health physiotherapist with over 12 years of professional experience and a passion for women’s health. Her journey began with a degree in Physiotherapy from The University of Nottingham. For the first decade of her career, she served in the NHS, gaining extensive experience and honing her skills. Since then, she has transitioned into private practice, where she continues to pursue her passion for women's health.
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Carrie specialises in treating a wide range of pelvic health issues, through any stage of a woman’s life including:
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Incontinence
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Prolapse
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Sexual dysfunction
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Diastasis recti
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LBP/Pelvic girdle pain
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Safe return to exercise after having a baby
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Recovery from perineal trauma
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Post-C-section recovery and scar therapy
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As a fully certified Mummy MOT practitioner, Carrie is committed to offering comprehensive post-natal check-ups and rehabilitation to ensure mothers regain their physical strength and well-being. Her membership in professional organisations such as the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP), the Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP), the British Menopause Society (BMS), and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) reflects her dedication to maintaining high standards of practice and staying updated with the latest advancements in physiotherapy.
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Beyond her professional life, Carrie is a proud mother of one and enjoys running. Her own experiences, including two miscarriages, gynaecological surgery and a C-section, have fuelled her belief that all women deserve better healthcare. It is this belief that drives her to provide personalised, effective treatment plans that empower women to lead healthy, active lives.
Charlotte
Women's Health Physiotherapist &
Pelvic Health Specialist
Charlotte Owen qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2006 from Coventry University. Since graduating Charlotte has worked in a variety of settings within the NHS and Private Practice.
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Charlotte specialises in the areas of Women’s Health, Pelvic Health, Pelvic Floor dysfunction, Scar treatment and Respiratory. She took an interest in Women’s Health after the birth of her daughter, after seeing first hand the problems women can present with.
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Charlotte has taken several post-graduate courses to further her knowledge and skills within this area. These have included specialist courses on incontinence, prolapse, bladder pain syndrome, pelvic pain, bowel health, scar management including C-section scars, The Menopause Movement certification (looking at menopause symptoms and how to treat these), Mummy MOT, Pink Ribbon Programme (breast cancer exercise specialist course) and Pilates.
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Charlotte has also completed training in visceral mobilisation for women’s health. Visceral mobilisation is a gentle hands on treatment looking at restrictions in the tissues and organs. This can help with the management of endometriosis, bladder and bowel symptoms, pelvic pain, tummy gap, scars and breathing dysfunction to name a few.
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Charlotte is also a qualified acupuncturist and treats a wide range of symptoms including: Menopause symptoms, anxiety, migraines, hot flushes and so much more.
Charlotte enjoys treating women with a holistic approach, focusing on them and their concerns and formulating an individualised treatment programme.
Leanne
Pregnancy & Postnatal Massage, Sports Massage and Scar Therapy
Leanne is currently on maternity leave and will not be seeing clients in 2025.
Leanne is a highly specialised and experienced Level 5 Womens Health Massage Therapist. Her main interests are in Pregnancy, Postnatal Massage, Sports Massage and C-Section scarring. Over the last ten years, Leanne has developed her skills and enhanced her practice by undertaking several additional courses which include: Fire Cupping, Taping and IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation).
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At the start of 2024 Leanne qualified in specific Menopause Massage, adding to the speciality treatments she now provides.
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Leanne trained in Scar Therapy in 2022 and since then has specialised in C-Section Scarring. This new skill, enhances her current treatments and holistic approach to the postnatal population.
Leanne's clients include: professional athletes, pregnant women, c-section mums and individuals who are in pain or discomfort, from a soft tissue injury.
Many clients have reported feeling a reduction in pain and increased flexibility after their first treatment session.
Leanne is passionate about the treatments she provides and seeing individuals recover well. Leanne tailors her treatments to the individual, using a variety of professional treatment modalities to suit the client. Her targeted approach for sports therapy clients is dramatically different, to the gentle and relaxing treatments provided for pregnant mums and scar therapy.
Gemma
Clinical Occupational Therapist, Massage & Scar Specialist
Gemma is an Occupational Therapist who has always had a passion for natural health and wellness. Gemma has an array of experience, having previously worked within the NHS and public sectors.
Gemma uses a holistic approach in order to customise treatments to individual’s needs, using a variety of treatment methods such as scar massage, aromatherapy, gentle massage and deep tissue massage, alongside devices such as the lymphatouch.
Gemma’s skills include pre and post-natal massages, pregnancy massage, deep tissue massage, scar massage and manual lymphatic drainage techniques. Gemma has experience in musculoskeletal hand and upper limb conditions alongside scar therapy following plastics and oncology surgeries.
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Gemma offers scar therapy for children and treats facial scars and scars in adolescents. Gemma is also highly experienced in the measuring, selecting and fitting of compression garments.
Gemma is also a qualified Aromatherapist and able to make bespoke product blends.
Gemma has taken several post - graduate courses to further develop her knowledge within these areas which include British association of hand therapists level 1, manual lymphatic drainage for oncology and lymphatic drainage post surgery and scar management including C-section scarring and oncology scarring.
Gemma has recently taken up Triathlons in her spare time and so has a keen interest in exercise as a means to help improve overall wellness, alongside treatment to aid recovery.
Leila
Physiotherapist & Pessary Treatment Specialist
Leila has been a physiotherapist for nearly 20 years, having graduated from The University of Manchester in 2005 with a BSc (HONS) Physiotherapy. She then completed her Masters degree in Rehabilitation Studies (Physiotherapy in Women's Health) in 2012 at the University of Bradford. She is a Specialist Pelvic Health and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with 17 years' experience working in the NHS working in various Orthopaedic and Musculoskeletal services and also leading a Pelvic Rehab Service.
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Leila is a full member of the Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy Association (POGP).
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Leila has two young boys herself, and she is a keen exerciser and enjoys regularly running and strength training. Her passion is to be able to help women stay active and function well throughout their lifetime.
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Leila has set up the HLP Therapy Pessary Service, to be able to properly assess, fit and provide aftercare and support for women needing pessaries. Pessaries are supports for the pelvic organs that help to manage symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse.
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Please book directly through Leila's website: https://physioadvantage.co.uk or call her: 07813080223
Any problems please contact us.
Grace
PA to Hannah Poulton & Administration Manager
Grace is highly experienced in administration with a background in HR and Learning and Development.
Grace understands (from a personal perspective), the need for excellence in postnatal care and the difference that scar therapy can make.
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If you have any queries regarding your booking, treatment or if you have registered for a HLP Therapy Course, please call Grace on:
0116 216 6088 and she will be more than happy to assist you.
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Nicola
Administrator
Nicola has a background in administration, marketing and customer service. As a C-section mum to three, she knows how important getting the best postnatal care can impact other areas of life.
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Stuck knowing which treatment you require or which product will help you?
Then give Nicola a call on: 0116 216 6088
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She will be more than happy to help you.
Sam
Postnatal Exercise Specialist and Personal Trainer
Sam is a postnatal exercise specialist and personal trainer with a passion for helping women regain their strength post birth.
Sam is a professionally trained dancer, Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Level 3 Pre and Postnatal Exercise, an Advanced Postnatal Exercise and Wellness Practitioner, Advanced Pregnancy exercise and wellness practitioner, Level 2 Gym instructor and has her GP referral qualification.
As well as all of these high level qualifications and experience, Sam has obtained a Certificate in Nutrition awarded by Optimum Nutrition. Sam feels that the postnatal client is very neglected when it comes to help with recovery and getting back into exercise safely and Sam is passionate about supporting this client group to achieve their goals.
Sam offers personal training, mum and baby specialist classes and evening fitness classes which include barre fitness, HIIT, strength classes, body conditioning classes and dance classes.
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Sam is dedicated and passionate about seeing mums and women improve their fitness, understand what works for them (in regards to exercise) and support women on their health recovery journey. Sam makes her sessions fun and interactive, providing a specialist service for every woman.
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To book with Sam, please visit her Wesbite: https://slc-fitness.co.uk/
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Learn & Shop with HLP Therapy
HLP Therapy also offers training courses to educate Health Professionals in Postnatal Care, Scarring, C-Section recovery, Menopause and Hysterectomy advice and treatment. These courses are currently held across the UK and Europe, in person and online.
We offer online appointments worldwide, to help clients with their Physiotherapy and Scar Therapy requirements.
Our HLP Therapy Social Media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok) are packed full of free help, advice and support – right at your fingertips, 24hours a day.
Our Online Shop, provides a prompt delivery service of all the best Scar products on the market and the “first of its kind” Complete C-Section Recovery Kit.
All treatments can be booked via our booking link below.
Meet The Medical Devices...
HLP Therapy Limited use only THE BEST Medical devices to help enhance your physical recovery. These devices are INCLUDED in your treatment (we do not charge extra for them). This means, you are getting the BEST treatment and technology every time you book with us.
The ultrasound device is only used by Hannah Poulton.
HLP Therapy Recommendations:
Marta Downer: Physiotherapist & Scar Specialist in London
If you live in London but can not travel to HLP Therapy in Leicester for treatment, then we have the answer!
HLP Therapy are proud to have trained and collaborated with Marta Downer - Pelvic Health and Rehabilitation Physiotherapist. Marta is highly skilled within Women's Health and offers the same "Positive-C-Section" scar therapy treatment and rehabilitation, as we do in clinic.
For more information: contact Marta at www.martadowner.com or call 07551698059
C-Sectionuk: Digital Online Course
The First of its kind ONLINE Course; delivered by Midwife Vic and the C-Sectionuk Team. Looking at preparation, c-section birth and recovery after a c-section. With support from Hannah Poulton on scar massage and pelvic floor, this course is a MUST for any c-section parent.
(click on logo to find out more).
