A PHYSIOTHERAPY business in Holywood has expanded in a £200,000 investment to cope with increased demand.
North Down Physio specialises in sports injuries and back pain.
It was set up six years ago by Julia Webster.
The company employs 11 people and is embarking on a five-year growth plan.
Ms Webster wants to include further specialist treatments and advisory services to complement the existing multidisciplinary approach to client care.
The physio, who has worked at major events including the London Olympics, the Commonwealth Games, and the recent Gran Fondo said she had seen a significant growth in demand for specialist services over the last three years.
“The treatment of sports injuries is one of our key specialisms and this is reflected in the changing focus of sport locally. Enthusiasts are pushing themselves and their bodies further than ever before through cycling, running, triathlons, adventure races and even iron-man events. Participants know they have to invest in their health and look after their bodies – as much as their equipment - if they are to achieve success and sustain their competitive edge over the long term," she said.
“There is no doubt that the average person spends more time working at a desk, which, combined with poor posture, can affect the spine and cause acute, and often chronic pain. We’ve noticed a surge in demand for non-invasive treatments such as the Sarah Key method, myofascial release, acupuncture and pilates, all of which has influenced and driven our longer term expansion plans.”
