Lake Therapy’s Graduate Sports Therapists all hold either a BSc or MSc degree in Sports Therapy.
This means that, like our Physiotherapists, they will meet with you, and discuss your issues and how they're affecting your life before going through a thorough examination process and devising a treatment plan for you.

At Lake Therapy Farnham, we have Graduate Sports Therapists that are skilled in many areas, including;
- Soft tissue massage
- Western Acupuncture
- Joint mobilisation
- Exercise advice
- Posture correction
- And much, much more.
As holders of BSc or MSc degrees, they are equally qualified to assess and treat musculoskeletal pain and injuries as a Physiotherapist is.
People often ask us the difference between physios and graduate sports therapists, and it’s a good question.
Physiotherapists complete a 3-year BSc degree or a 2-year MSc degree to qualify. During this time, they must study key skills in musculoskeletal problems and also complaints of the respiratory and nervous systems. As such, only a small proportion of their degree programme study is spent on musculoskeletal rehabilitation - which is what we specialise in at Lake Therapy.
In contrast - Graduate Sports Therapists spend the whole of their degree studying musculoskeletal complaints and so are more highly specialised from the start.
At Lake Therapy Farnham, we will match you with the therapist we believe best suits your needs, irrespective of professional title, unless you are attending for a neurological or respiratory complaint.
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Andrew FrymannOctober 7, 2026
Sarah at Lake Therapy is kind, patient and effective. She has been steadily working on my muscular and nerve damage issues. With a tailored stretching exercise regime and massage I am consistently improving. I am very happy to positively recommend her.Posted on Google![]()
Sophia AfsarOctober 2, 2026
I was struggling with the combined pain of a herniated disc and Achilles tendinitis and needed help, both to manage the pain and to get moving again. I am so grateful for the excellent treatment from Sarah and the Lake Physio Team. Their holistic approach has really helped me to become more active after injury and more knowledgable about prevention. I have also benefitted from sound advice and exercise programmes to help build up my strength and confidence. Everyone is so friendly and supportive, and I have every confidence that I will be able to get back to running again soon..Posted on Google![]()
David RoystonSeptember 30, 2026
Several years back I was involved in a hit and run car accident which thankfully I was able to walk away from but I encountered a great deal of discomfort post-accident in both my lower back and leg. After a week or so I could sense that my injuries required professional help and that is when I contacted Lake Therapy and was booked to see physio, Mickey. I was assessed by Mickey who on my next session provided me with a summary of my injuries together with a plan to address each issue plus a timeline for recovery. Week on week I could feel that my injuries were improving and as predicted by Mickey I made a full recovery. I cannot praise enough Mickey skill and professionalism he also got me over my phobia for needles when he suggested acupuncture as part of my recovery plan. I continue to visit Lake Therapy once a month to ensure that any tweaks in my back or legs are addressed.Posted on Google![]()
Tricia CarterSeptember 28, 2026
Having had a lingering stiff neck for a few months I was eager to get some help but didn't know anything about available physio. Thankfully a friend recommended Lake Therapy where she had been going for a while. Straight away, it felt right. The desk staff welcome you by name and offer complementary drinks. There is information on display in the reception area about the different physiotherapists in the team. I have found Mikey to be very understanding and patient. He always explains what he is doing and is enthusiastic about his work. Advice is given without any pressure. When I was running late one time he very kindly arranged for me to make up the time with my next session. Much appreciated.Posted on Google![]()
Susan TroySeptember 27, 2026
After months of having treatment for my shoulder injury elsewhere with limited success, a friend recommended Lake Therapy to me back in May. She also praised Muhammad so I chose him as my therapist and I'm so glad that I did. I have had many physiotherapists over the years but I have to say that Muhammad is, without a doubt, the best that I have come across. I was put at ease straight away by his gentle and caring manner and then impressed by his obvious knowledge and experience. He was vg patient and explained his findings clearly and by the time he outlined my treatment plan I knew I was in good hands. Over the next couple of months he did a combination of mobilisation, massage and dry needling as well as giving me exercises to do at home. I'm delighted to say that after his treatment plan I was able to get back to playing pickleball again without any pain or discomfort at all. Unfortunately for me, 2 weeks ago I stumbled on some uneven gravel and rolled over on my ankle quite badly. It was excruciatingly painful, vg swollen and I couldn't put any weight on it at all. Muhammad saw me the same day, assessed the damage and started treatment straight away. After only 10 days and 2 more sessions with him I am amazed at how much it has improved already. I've always been sceptical about my ability to heal quickly but with Muhammad's excellent treatments and his positive encouragement that has changed. Thank you Muhammad! Finally, also a big thank you to Andrea, Peony and all the staff at Lake Therapy who are always so welcoming, helpful and professional. It is much appreciated. Susan
First Time Guests
STAGE 1 - Taking Action
If you’re ready to tackle your pain and health issues you have started the recovery process.STAGE 2 - Health Selfie
This is where you share your story to identify problems, set goals and create action plans.STAGE 3 - Release
You’ve started on your care plan, working on regaining your mobility and decreasing your pain.STAGE 4 - Activate
Your pain has improved and you are now ready to wake those muscles up and get stronger!STAGE 5 - Control, Connect & Maximise!
You’re back to living your life to the max, moving well and staying active.FAQ
The length of these phases will depend on the type of injury. Each individual will get a bespoke care plan.Frequently Asked Questions
The length of each physio stage will depend on the type of injury you have. Our brilliant physiotherapists will set you a bespoke Lake Therapy Care plan to suit your needs when you start with us so that you know how long the process will be.
Physiotherapy helps with a wide range of conditions, including back pain, headaches, neck pain and many more. You can visit our Services page for more information.
Yes! Lake Therapy has a team of 8 Physiotherapists and Graduate Sports Therapists. Between us our specialisms cover Sporting Injuries (including Cross Fit, Gymnastics, Dance, Hockey, Martial Arts, Swimming, Football and Golf), Pregnancy and Post Natal, Scoliosis, Post Surgical Rehab, Stroke, Parkinson's and lymphoedema management!
Please call us on 01252 449458 and speak to our friendly front desk team to find the practitioner who's the best match for your needs.
At Lake Therapy we are proud to be a completely independent practice and do not contract to any private medical insurance companies. You may be able to claim your treatments back through your health insurance provider and we will be happy to provide you with receipts and practitioner registration numbers to assist you with this.
We have a 24hr free cancellation policy. You can cancel any of your appointments before this time without penalty by calling the front desk at 01252 449458.
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