Crouch Physio

Crouch Physio A Specialist Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy service located in Cockfosters, Barnet, North London.

02/09/2026

The McGill Big 3 🏋️ 
 
Effective, but not magic 🙂‍↔️ 
 
The curl-up, side plank and bird dog exercises can absolutely be useful exercises for lower back rehab, which is why it’s been so heavily used over the years ✅  
 
But research suggests that motor-control exercises are not superior to other forms of exercise for low-back pain, but they can produce similar outcomes (Saragiotto et al., 2016; 2023) 🧐 
 
So, rather than giving everyone the same “Big 3”, we should ask: What exercises are right for you❓ 
 
Your symptoms, goals, preferences and current capacity should shape your programme - all things we closely monitor with objective testing 🫵🏼 
 
Effective doesn’t mean superior. Individualisation matters ⭐️ 
 
If you’re struggling with lower back pain or want to better understand your movement and performance, get in touch to book an assessment 📩 
 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

30/08/2026

LOWER BACK ASSESSMENT 🔍💪 
 
Lower back pain isn’t just about where it hurts, it’s about understanding how your lumbar spine moves, how strong you are, and how your body responds to different loads and movements ✅ 
 
That’s why our lumbar assessments combine several key measures: 
 
📐 ROM testing: assessing lumbar range of movement to identify any restrictions, asymmetries or areas that may need further investigation. 
 
💪 Strength testing: using objective strength measures to assess key muscle groups, identify any weaknesses and compare sides where appropriate. 
 
🏃🏿‍♂️ Functional testing: assessing how you move, load and produce force during functional movements to understand how your back performs in more demanding tasks. 
 
We bring all of these findings together to build a clear picture of what’s going on, and importantly, what you need to work on ✅ 
 
From there, we create a tailored rehabilitation programme designed around your individual goals, symptoms, strength and movement findings, alongside a practical home management programme to keep your rehab progressing between appointments 📈 
 
No one-size-fits-all approach. Just objective testing, personalised treatment and a clear plan to help you get back to doing what you love 🫵🏼 
 
If you’re struggling with low back pain or want to better understand your movement and performance, get in touch to book an assessment 📩 
 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

24/08/2026

RETURN TO SPORT TESTING ⚽️🏉📚 
 
This week’s CPD session focused on Return to Sport Testing, exploring how we can assess an athlete’s readiness to safely and confidently return to sport following injury ✅ 
 
We looked at the principles behind return-to-sport testing, how objective measures can support clinical decision-making, and how testing can be adapted to the individual and their specific sporting demands 🏀 
 
The session also included a practical element, giving us the opportunity to get hands-on with different testing methods and put the theory into practice. We shared ideas, challenged our thinking and learned from each other along the way 📈 
 
A really valuable session combining learning, practical application and teamwork - helping us continue to develop our knowledge and clinical skills so we can better support our patients on their journey back to sport 🫶 
 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

NEW PARTNERSHIP 🤝🏉  We’re delighted to announce that Crouch Physio is now the Official Medical & Performance Partner of ...
17/08/2026

NEW PARTNERSHIP 🤝🏉 
 
We’re delighted to announce that Crouch Physio is now the Official Medical & Performance Partner of Enfield Ignatians RFC for the 2026/27 season 🔴🟡 
 
We’re excited to be working alongside the club and supporting players and coaching staff throughout the season. Our Sports Medicine Team will provide expert physiotherapy, pitch-side injury management, rehabilitation, injury clinics, and performance support across training sessions and matchdays 📈 
 
We’re looking forward to working closely with the Enfield Ignatians team throughout the season, helping players stay fit, recover effectively, reduce injury risk, and perform at their very best 💪🏉 
 
A huge thank you to everyone at Enfield Ignatians RFC for welcoming Crouch Physio into the club. We’re excited to be part of the journey and look forward to supporting the club throughout what promises to be a fantastic season ahead ✅  
 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

17/08/2026

HAMSTRING ASSESSMENT 🔍💪 
 
A hamstring injury isn’t just about where it hurts, it’s about understanding how you move, how strong you are, and how your body performs under load ✅  
 
That’s why our hamstring assessments combine several key measures: 
 
📐 ROM testing: using goniometry to assess range of movement and identify any restrictions or asymmetries. 
 
💪 Strength testing: using the ActivForce dynamometer to objectively measure strength and compare sides. 
 
🏃‍♀️ Functional testing: using VALD force plates to assess how you produce and absorb force during functional movements. 
 
We bring all of these findings together to build a clear picture of what’s going on, and importantly, what you need to work on ✅  
 
From there, we create a tailored rehabilitation programme designed around your individual goals, injury, strength and movement findings, alongside a practical home management programme to keep your rehab progressing between appointments 📈 
 
No one-size-fits-all approach. Just objective testing, personalised treatment and a clear plan to help you get back to doing what you love 🙌 
 
If you’re struggling with a hamstring injury or want to understand your performance better, get in touch to book an assessment 📩 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 
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NEW PARTNERSHIP 🤝⚽️  We’re delighted to announce that Crouch Physio is now the Official Medical & Performance Partner of...
16/08/2026

NEW PARTNERSHIP 🤝⚽️ 
 
We’re delighted to announce that Crouch Physio is now the Official Medical & Performance Partner of Norsemen FC for the 2026/27 season 🔵⚪️ 
 
We’re excited to be working alongside the club and supporting the players and coaching staff throughout the season. Our Sports Medicine Team will provide expert physiotherapy, pitch-side injury management, rehabilitation, injury clinics, and performance support across both matchdays and training sessions 📈 
 
We’re looking forward to working closely with the Norsemen FC team throughout the season, helping players stay fit, recover effectively, reduce injury risk, and perform at their very best 💪⚽️ 
 
A big thank you to everyone at Norsemen FC for welcoming Crouch Physio into the club. We’re excited to be part of the journey and look forward to a successful season ahead ☑️  
 

11/08/2026

DATA DRIVEN SHOULDER REHAB 📊✅ 
 
At Crouch Physio, we believe great clinical decisions come from combining clinical expertise with objective data 📚  
 
During a shoulder assessment, we don’t rely on a single test or simply how something “feels”. We combine: 
 
🔹Clinical assessment: history, symptom behaviour, range of movement and targeted orthopaedic testing 
 
🔹VALD ForceDecks: objective strength, force and movement data 
 
🔹ActivForce Digital Dynamometers: precise strength testing and side-to-side comparison 
 
🔹Functional testing: assessing how the shoulder performs under relevant loads and movement demands 
 
 
This allows us to build a much clearer picture of what is happening, identify meaningful deficits, establish measurable baselines and, importantly, track progress throughout rehabilitation 💪 
 
The goal isn’t just to collect data for the sake of it. It’s about using the right information to make better-informed clinical decisions, individualise treatment and give our clients objective markers of progress 👩‍💻 
 
Assess. Measure. Treat. Re-test. Progress. 📈 
 
Come and see us at Crouch Physio and let’s get you moving, stronger and back to what you love 💪 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

01/08/2026

Hip Adductor Rehab 📈 
 
Are you loading the right level at the right time? 
 
When managing groin/adductor pain, exercise selection and progression matter. The aim is to gradually increase adductor loading as symptoms improve and capacity develops 📚  
 
EMG activation across different exercises: 
 
🔹 Early stage: Side-lying hip adduction:

21/07/2026

COMMUNITY 🤝✨ 
 
Community is at the heart of everything we do at Crouch Physio 💙 
 
We were delighted to be invited by New Barnet Leisure Centre to meet and connect with the local community last weekend. We offered free injury assessments and soft tissue therapy, while also putting everyone to the test with our “Who Can Jump the Highest?” competition on our VALD ForceDecks! 🦘💥 
 
It was fantastic to chat with so many local people, answer questions, share advice, and inform the community about the services we offer to help people stay active, manage injuries and achieve their goals ✅ 
 
A huge thank you to everyone who stopped by and got involved - we loved meeting you! 🙌 
 

16/07/2026

Ready to return to running? 🏃‍♀️  
 
Returning to running after an injury isn’t just about feeling better, it’s about making sure your body has the strength, power, balance, and control to cope with the demands of every stride ✅ 
 
At our clinic, we use a comprehensive return-to-running assessment that combines clinical expertise with objective testing, including:
 
 
☑️ VALD Force Plates to assess balance, power, and movement symmetry. 
 
☑️ ActivForce Digital Strength Dynamometer to accurately measure muscle strength and identify any deficits. 
 
☑️ Functional movement tests and running-specific assessments to evaluate how your body performs as a whole. 
 
These objective measures help us make informed, evidence-based decisions about whether you’re truly ready to get back to running, reducing the risk of re-injury and giving you the confidence to return safely. 
 
Don’t guess. Test. Recover. Run with confidence 🏃💨 
 
📩 Get in touch to book your Return to Running Assessment. 
 
 
🌍 www.crouchphysio.com⁣ 
📥 Appointments available 
📱 0208 108 0415  
 

Address

Athletic Development Club, 16-17 Cockfosters Parade, Barnet
London
EN40BX

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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