Graduating in 2008, Arran Nicholson has worked in various clinical settings, including professional sport and private practice for over 15 years.
Arran has excellent injury and movement assessment skills, which allow him to diagnose, treat and rehabilitate you back to full health. He believes in empowering his patient’s by placing a strong emphasis on education and exercise-based rehabilitation in his treatment and training.
You will frequently see Arran in the gym as he is our go-to-guy when it comes to do with anything strength or running related. Arran has extensive experience in analysing and assessing movement issues. Whether it is enabling you to do the things you love, building strength to combat the aging process or working towards a sporting goal he will help you achieve this.
Alongside his clinical work, he has produced and presented accredited courses on Sports Massage & Soft Tissue Therapy as well as worked with numerous endurance athletes, including the top British Ironmen and women.
Outside of the clinic, Arran keeps busy travelling, cooking, and entertaining his little boy Marlow. He is a keen runner and has always been involved in a wide variety of sports (in a previous life he was a regional-level swimmer and 2nd Dan in Ju-jitsu…you better do your exercises!!☺).
Q&A
Some interesting insights from Arran
Seeing progression in people, whatever that may look like! The goals could range from being able to tie shoelaces without pain again to getting a PB in an event after months of training. It’s always great seeing patient’s shocked expressions when they achieve something they thought was well out of reach!
I’d always considered something in this field from an early age, but I tore the meniscus in my right knee during a Judo session when I was about 16 years old. I opted for the non-surgical route at the time (as surgery sounded a bit scary!) and the rehabilitation really paid off!
My round-the-world trip after I graduated from university. Flights booked, no accomodation planned! I managed to pack in Skydiving / Bungee Jumping / Scuba Diving / Skiing and drove the length and breadth of New Zealand too.
I love a deadlift. There are loads of variations, but it’s such a great exercise to help the glutes, hamstrings, quads, lower back, grip strength, abdominal bracing among other things. It’s also got ‘real world’ applications into sport or if you’re lifting boxes, kids etc.
Indian. I absolutely love the flavours and spices! I cook a lot of Indian inspired dishes at home.
I run. I’ve got a nice route home via Richmond Bridge, the towpath and Teddington Lock.
Patients Stories
Dana Jamieson2022-11-17I have been attending Move Physio for a few months, initially for physio with Lucy in relation to a knee injury, and then for Pilates (an assessment, then 3 x one to one sessions, and now classes twice a week). Lucy is an excellent physio and I couldn’t rate her more highly in terms of her expertise, knowledge, treatment methods and approach. And she is lovely as well! The Pilates sessions have been amazing and have been so good for my CrossFit training (which has improved considerable since I started doing them) and general mobility and well being. The space is also lovely and very welcoming, and with a maximum of four in a class there is so much individual attention. So pleased I started coming to Move!Damian Tillson2022-10-27Great physio practice, from the lovely reception staff through to the very knowledgeable and professional practitioners. I've been seeing Lucy for rehab following a neck injury and not only did each session make a noticeable difference, but the detailed exercises she gave me are really helping me get back to full fitness, and beyond (I hope!) Each exercise emailed with instructions and examples so I know I'm doing them correctly. Hopefully I won't need to go there again, but I highly recommend them if you do.Taryn Druce2022-10-26Outstanding physiotherapy, I tried another one previously but got nowhere with my injuries, I wouldn't bother going anywhere but here again! Lize created a totally tailored program which fixed my issues and now I'm back running long distances which I didn't think was possible - so thank you Lize! This calibre of physio is life-changing, I've already recommended to a family member and would 100% recommend to any one!vanita kanda2022-10-19Highly recommend the centre as it helped with my recovery which no other physio centre has. Lucy is really an amazing Physiotherapist.Dan Lever2022-10-16I had an ACDF surgery back in May this year. Patrick has been essential in facilitating my recovery though a combination of treatment, strength building and advice, helping me get back to being pain-free after over 2 years issues. I'm now back to running and lifting weights again just 5 months after the neck fusion surgery and I could not be more delighted with my progress. I'm lucky I discovered Move Physio and would thoroughly recommend them! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼Andrew Gallagher2022-10-15These guys have been brilliant. Having a bad ankle injury and prolonged problems, surgery was then followed by rigorous physio over months. I did as directed and, whilst before I feared I would not be able to play my favourite sports again, I am now back running, playing squash, cricket, golf ,etc. From Patrick to Arran and team, many thanks. Also, and not forgetting, the wonderful front office team, including, amongst others, Paula. Always friendly and encouraging, efficient and responsive Paula and the front office set the tone for a professional, helpful, thoroughly positive experience. Thank you everyone. I am now a regular and feel 15 years younger, at least. AndrewSandra Sabbatino2022-10-11I injured my right leg over summer, I was really struggling and thought it was my meniscus and that I had put myself out of running in the Half Parks. I booked in to see Mike Delbridge at Move Physio and I’m so glad I did, the massage and strengthening exercises got me up and running again after the first treatment.I had a few treatments and can honestly say that without this treatment and advice I wouldn’t have been able to run let alone complete the half marathon in 2h 20min !Very knowledgeable advice and just all round great service and a friendly atmosphere, highly recommend !Louw van Buuren2022-10-07I've been to Move for various injuries/niggles over the past few years. The entire Move team & and specifically Lize who treated me - have been excellent. They not only help to heal the injury, but also educate you on underlying causes and how to fix faulty movement patterns or inflexibility that lead to the issues. Highly recommended!natasha settelen2022-10-06I have been attending move physio for nearly three years. I am a wheelchair user and move have been exceptional at catering to my needs. Specifically, Emer who has helped to improve my mobility. Move has helped me lead a more comfortable and happier life which I am very grateful for.Giovanni Berto2022-10-05On top of the thorough and incredible deep tissue massage I got from Emer, her knowledge, ability to assess and provide additional exercises for specific forgotten muscles were the main reason for fixing my posture. Emer perfectly represents the whole staff’s comrade and communication to where you feel like a regular even though it’s your first time! Thanks so much Emer and the team at Move !