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MUSCULOSKETETAL INJECTION THERAPY

LUKE FERREIRA

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Luke Ferreira

MSc SEM I PgDip Advanced MSK Physiotherapy I PgCert Diagnostic MSK Ultrasound I

BSc(Hons) Physiotherapy I Cert MSK Injection Therapy

MCSP, SRP, MMACP & Independent Prescriber

MUSCULOSKELETAL INJECTION THERAPY

Luke is an advanced practice musculoskeletal specialist and HCPC registered independent prescriber, initially trained and qualified as a physiotherapist in 2003. Over the years, Luke has completed extensive additional training honing his skills in advanced assessment, management and diagnostics. ​

Luke can provide:

  • Steroid and local anaesthetic injections for joint pain and inflammation associated with Osteoarthritis or Tendon related conditions. 

  • Hyaluronic acid injection (Ostenil) for joint pain associated with Osteoarthritis. 

  • Diagnostic and surgical discussions around benefits risks and alternatives.

  • Advanced rehabilitative advice and second opinions.

  • Complex case management advice – end to end pathway management including optimisation of NHS service access.

Luke currently works within the NHS in advanced practice roles as a musculoskeletal specialist, managing complex presentations, requesting imaging, injecting and liaising closely with GP and consultant specialists. Luke has extensive elite sports injury management experience having worked for Arsenal FC Academy, The Premier League, The Great British Wheelchair Basketball Association and The Australian Triathlon team. Luke spent several years working within the British military in a civilian musculoskeletal specialist capacity.

Qualifications:

  • BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy

  • Pg Dip Advanced Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

  • MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine 

  • Cert Musculoskeletal Injection Therapy

  • Pg Cert Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (CASE Accredited)

  • Pg Cert Independent Prescribing (HCPC registered)

  • Ostenil approved clinician

BOOKING

 

Please discuss access/ referral with your treating Southwell physiotherapist & sports injury clinician or email Luke directly at f-health@outlook.com for more information about injection therapy. Alternatively email reception@southwellphysio.co.uk to directly book an initial assessment appointment.​

PRICING

INITIAL CONSULTATION

£80

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INJECTION FEES
inclusive of injection and telephone follow-up at 6-weeks:

  • Ostenil Plus – Single joint injection £300

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  • Steroid Local anaesthetic (inclusive of private prescription) £200. 

FOLLOW UP CONSULTATIONS

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£55

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