Hampstead, London · 5 Ella Mews, NW3
Physiotherapy, in Hampstead, London
Expert physiotherapy in Hampstead, NW3, helping you overcome pain, injury and persistent niggles, recover from surgery, and optimise the way you move through expert hands-on treatment, movement rehabilitation and personalised care.
Why choose SF Studios
When we move better, we live better.
That's the philosophy behind every physiotherapy session at SF Studios. Physiotherapy shouldn't just help you recover. It should help you build a body that supports the life you want to live.
We look beyond your symptoms to understand the whole person, creating personalised treatment that addresses the root cause of your pain. By combining expert hands-on physiotherapy with practical education, we help you leave every session stronger, more informed and better equipped to care for your body.
How we work
Why physio here is different.
Four principles that shape every session - whether you're recovering from surgery, managing chronic back pain, or returning to sport.
Hands-on first
Manual therapy, soft-tissue work and joint mobilisation is the foundation of how we treat. Technology supports us where it earns its place - but never replaces the hands-on relationship.
Whole person, not symptoms
Pain rarely lives in one place. We look at how your body moves, how you live, and what may be contributing - then build a plan that addresses the cause, not just the surface.
Partnership-led
You're the hero of your story. Treatment plans are agreed together, never imposed. We give you ownership of your recovery long after the sessions end.
We share what we find
We show the reasoning behind every recommendation. You leave each session understanding more about your body, not less - equipped to manage what comes next.
Founder story
Founded on lived experience.
Founder Suzanne Ferreira's understanding of the body was built, in part, from her own experience of injury and recovery. That experience shaped a simple but powerful belief: lasting health comes from treating the whole person, not just the symptom.
That belief is at the heart of everything SF Studios does. It is also this approach that has earned Suzanne the trust of her clients and, over more than 25 years of clinical practice, has helped transform the lives of hundreds of people.
Conditions
Conditions we treat
Click a condition to see how we treat it - symptoms we recognise, the approach we take, who you'll work with, and what to expect from your first visit.
- Back painChronic, acute and posturalView
- Neck PainDesk strain, headaches, mobilityView
- Shoulder PainRotator cuff, frozen shoulder, instabilityView
- Knee PainACL rehab, sports injuries, strengthView
- Foot & ankle painLigament injury, balance, gaitView
- Sports physiotherapySports massage, ACL rehab, performance recoveryView
- Pre & post-surgeryRehab & recovery, build back strongerView
- Senior physiotherapyActive ageing, arthritis, falls preventionView
- ACL injuryReconstruction rehab, return to sportView
What we offer
Physiotherapy Services & Techniques
Physiotherapy at SF Studios is never one-size-fits-all. Depending on your needs, sessions may include:
- Hands-on treatment to ease tension in muscles, ligaments, and joints
- Mobilisation techniques such as cupping therapy, trigger point release, or scar tissue therapy
- Supportive therapies like sports taping, lymphatic massage, and foam rolling
- Spinal and postural alignment to restore balance and reduce strain
- Functional movement training to retrain daily patterns and prevent recurrence
- Core stability and sensomotor training for resilience
- Nervous system support, including neurodynamic treatment for pain and coordination
By combining these methods with embodied movement coaching and Kinvent assessments, we help you build mobility, strength, and energy for life.
What to expect
How it works
It starts with a full 60-minute assessment to get to the root of things, then a personalised plan and follow-ups guided by real progress. Here's how it works, end to end.
From start to finish
Step 1
Initial consultation
Your history, your symptoms, and what you want to get back to, before any hands-on work.
Step 2
Your treatment plan
Manual palpation and movement testing, supported by Kinvent technology where it gives objective data.
Step 3
Recovery & progress
Your first hands-on treatment, with the reasoning behind each technique explained as we go.
Our assessments
A whole-person view
Real change comes from understanding how everything connects, so we look at the source of pain and what's influencing it. Your assessment may include:
A conversationabout your history, lifestyle, and goals
Physical examinationof posture, alignment and mobility, and a review of soft tissue, tendons, ligaments and fascia
Kinvent testingto measure strength, stability, and range of motion
Consideration of lifestyle factorssuch as sleep, stress, energy and overall wellbeing
Movement pattern analysisfor strength, coordination, and control
Nervous system evaluationincluding balance, proprioception, and awareness
Meet the team
Meet the team
Highly skilled and personable. Whatever brings you in, you'll work with someone genuinely invested in your progress.
Founder • Director physiotherapist
Suz Ferreira
Physiotherapist, coach and movement specialist. BPhysT · APPI · ICF · IFS · Gestalt · Strozzi.
25+ years helping people recover from injury, overcome pain and build lasting resilience - treating the whole person, not the symptom.
Senior Physiotherapist
Tamas Kariko-Toth
MSc Physiotherapy, Semmelweis. Sports injuries, back pain and post-surgical rehab.
Sports injuries, chronic pain, post-surgical rehab and senior care, with a strong focus on educating every client.
Pricing
Physiotherapy pricing
All sessions at 5 Ella Mews, Hampstead NW3. Clear bookings and follow-up packages available - designed to keep you on track with your treatment.
New clients
Physio Intro Package
£225
1-hour assessment + 3 × 30-min follow-ups with Tamas.
Book this packageFirst assessment with director physio
£195
60-min consultation with Suz. Senior-level care for complex cases and strategic rehabilitation.
Book with SuzFirst assessment with senior physio
£135
Initial 60-min consultation. Expert-led assessment & hands-on treatment with Tamas.
Book with TamasFollow-up sessions
From
£100
Packages: 12 × 30-min from £90/session ・ 6 × 60-min from £145/session. Valid for 7 months
View packagesReal outcomes
Real People. Real Results.
From recovering after surgery to feeling stronger at 75 - These are the verified stories of people who came to SF Studios and didn't just heal, but transformed - including some who have been moving with Suz for the better part of a decade
“An amazing and inspiring studio, with the most wonderful and professional teachers. Highly recommend it.”
Eli Gharbi
Studiolong-term client
“I can only suggest to go and check out this studio. Doesn't matter if you just want to keep your shape or if you have some injuries or issues, you can find the best classes and therapists which suits the best for you to get in shape or get better. The team, the customer service, the place are amazing.”
Gyongyver Solyom
Studiolong-term client
“I am a fairly long term participant of classes with Suz and was wary of trying one with Alex. However, I have now done at least six and am happy to be there as he varies the exercises, and bears in mind that the ages in the classes range from almost 80 down to 30's. What I like most is that he addresses the whole body, stretching and working as many limbs and muscles as he can in the one hour. He also attends to us all too, watching and adjusting constantly so that we get the most out of the class. I am no longer so upset when I hear Suz is away as I know Alex will be there to cover the class. What I would like is some background music but that is a very personal suggestion! It helps distract me from the efforts I am making and the inner groaning noises in my mind.”
Valerie (Moss)
Movementlong-term client
Beyond physiotherapy
Where movement and wellness come in
Recovery often doesn't end when the pain does. Once you're moving again, the right next step keeps the issue from returning.
MovementMovement classes
Group classes, private 1:1 sessions, or a structured multi-week programme, all physio-led, all open to every level.
WellnessThe 3-month wellness programme
For when the whole picture matters more than the injury. A 3-month programme bringing physiotherapy, movement, coaching and stress management together - developed by Suz from her own recovery journey.
FAQ's
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly with a private physiotherapist, no referral needed. Just book an initial consultation through our website or by phone.
How many sessions will I need?
Most acute issues respond within 3–6 sessions. Chronic or complex cases may require more. After your initial consultation, your physiotherapist will give you a realistic treatment plan with an expected timeline, no surprises, no open-ended treatment.
Is physiotherapy covered by insurance?
Many private health insurance providers (Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Cigna and others) cover physiotherapy. Check your policy or contact your insurer directly. We can provide invoices and clinical notes to support your claim.
What's the difference between Tamas and Suz?
Both are HCPC-registered. Tamas (Senior) provides expert-led, hands-on assessment and treatment for sports injuries, back pain and post-surgical rehab. Suz (Director, founder) provides Director-level clinical care for complex cases that benefit from strategic rehabilitation across her wider expertise in coaching and movement. Not sure which is right? Get in touch, we'll help you decide.
What should I bring to my first consultation?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Bring any relevant MRI or X-ray results and a list of current medication if you have one. None of this is essential, but it helps your physiotherapist build a fuller picture from the outset.
Ready to treat the cause, not just the pain?
Book an initial/followup consultation with Suz or Tamas.