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Helen Forth MSc, BSc (hons), POGP
Helen Forth MSc, BSc (hons), POGP
- Completed BSc honours degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East London (UEL) in 1996
- In 2000 completed Postgraduate Certificate in Women's Health Physiotherapy at Bradford University
- Therefore became full member of Pelvic Obstetric and Gynaecology Physiotherapy (previously ACPWH) in 2000
- POGP is a Professional Network of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Completed Masters degree in Physiotherapy at UEL in 2005 (researched physio treatment of vulval pain)
- In 2016 completed Foundation course in Acupuncture through ALIED and the University of Herts
- Became a recognised Mummy MOT practitioner in 2018, and member of their hub
- Completed Pilates matwork instructor certification with Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute in 2019
Career Highlights
Career Highlights
- Worked for the Royal Free Hospitals (RFH) NHS Trust (large London teaching hospital) from 1996-2011
- Specialised in Women's and Pelvic Health Physiotherapy from 1998
- Lead clinician at RFH for over 10 years, developed Extended Scope Practice role
- Began work in private practice in 2007, initially combined with NHS work, but from 2011 solely private
- 2007-2018 based at 132 Harley Street, London with many consultant colleagues from RFH
- Also worked at Grace Belgravia (2012-2016), Sudbury Physiotherapy (2014-2018) and Hadleigh Physiotherapy (2018-current)
- Now primarily based at Sherbourne Lodge Wellbeing in beautiful Edwardstone (in the Suffolk countryside)
Professional Role
Professional Role
- Very involved with the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women's Health and the POGP over the years including roles on journal committee (2002-2008), executive sub-committee (2008) and education sub-committee (2014-2017) and the London 2012 conference organising committee
- Extensive experience with undergraduate and postgraduate students from both the University of East London and Bradford University
- Significant lecturing and teaching experience (formal, informal and mentoring) to physiotherapists, and teaching to other health professionals. Has also developed and run workshops for members of the public.
- Numerous publications in professional journals and the media (see publications page)
- Published research regarding the effectiveness of physiotherapy treatment for vulval pain in 2009
Personal Life
Personal Life
- Married to John, with two teenage children (a boy and a girl) and a crazy cockapoo (Teddy)
- Hypermobile (has Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) and suffered with significant pelvic girdle pain in both of my pregnancies
- Previous competitive gymnast and county hocker player, who was frequently injured (hence became a physiotherapist...)
- Currently enjoys swimming, tennis, running, walking the dog and chasing after the family to keep fit, and lots of Pilates to manage any musculoskeletal issues
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