Melissa Reynolds

MSc Sports & Exercise Physiotherapy (Distinction) · BSc Physiotherapy (Distinction)

I'm Melissa Reynolds, an experienced sports physiotherapist with eight years of clinical practice, including three years working in the NHS. Based in Marylebone, London W1G, I specialise in musculoskeletal injuries, sports-related conditions, rheumatological issues and post-operative rehabilitation. I have particular expertise in lower back and lower limb injuries, and I take a holistic, evidence-based approach to sports physiotherapy treatment.

Injury & Recovery Training

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3 articles

Injury & Recovery

Menopause and joint pain: why it's time to train smarter, not stop

Achy knees, stiff shoulders, new tendon pain? Hormonal changes can play a part, but they're rarely the whole story. Here's why strength training matters more than ever.

Melissa Reynolds · 6 min read

Training

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Why Stress Fractures Are So Common in Marathon Training (And How to Avoid Them)

Every marathon season, I see the same pattern: an influx of runners dealing with early bone stress, stress reactions, or full stress fractures.

Melissa Reynolds · 4 min read

Training

How to Increase Your Running Mileage Without Getting Injured

Whether you are training for your first 10K, preparing for a half marathon, or simply trying to become a more consistent runner, increasing your mileage is an important part of getting fitter.

Melissa Reynolds · 5 min read