Hamstring, Calf and Groin Strain Physiotherapy in Clapham
A sudden sharp pain or pull in the back of your thigh, your calf or your groin while running or playing sport? Olivia offers muscle strain physiotherapy for active women at our Clapham clinic.
Understanding Muscle Strains
As part of our sports physiotherapy for women, Olivia treats hamstring, calf and groin strains in Clapham, helping you recover well and get back to your sport with less risk of it happening again.
What Is a Muscle Strain?
A strain is when a muscle is stretched or torn. In sport, the hamstrings at the back of the thigh, the calf and the groin muscles are most often affected.
Symptoms
According to the NHS, a hamstring injury can cause sudden sharp pain, a snapping or popping feeling, tenderness, swelling and bruising.
The First Few Days
The NHS recommends PRICE for the first 2 to 3 days: protect, rest, ice for up to 20 minutes every 2 to 3 hours, compress and elevate. Avoid heat, massage and alcohol at first.
How Long Does It Take?
The NHS says mild strains often improve within days, but more severe injuries can take weeks or months to heal.
How Physiotherapy Helps
The NHS says a physiotherapist can teach exercises to speed up your recovery and help prevent further hamstring injury. Olivia will help you:
- Restore movement once the early pain settles
- Rebuild strength with a progressive programme
- Return to running, sprinting and sport step by step
- Reduce the risk of it happening again
Groin Strains
Groin strains are common in sports with kicking, twisting or changing direction, such as football, netball and hockey. Pain at the front of the hip or groin can also come from the hip joint, so Olivia will check this.
Preventing Repeat Injuries
The NHS advises building up fitness gradually, warming up before exercise and not training when you feel very tired. A strength programme can help keep you injury-free.
What Happens at Your First Appointment
Your first appointment lasts 60 minutes and takes place in a private room at our Clapham clinic. Olivia will:
- Talk through how the injury happened, your sport and your goals
- Assess the injured muscle, your strength and how you move
- Explain what she has found and agree a plan with you
- Give you exercises to start at home
Meet Olivia, your Pelvic Floor physio
Chartered Women's Health & MSK Physiotherapist
Olivia Denman
Olivia founded Liv Physio to give women the specialist, unhurried care they deserve, especially those who have felt overlooked by the healthcare system. She is Master’s-qualified, with five years of experience across the NHS and private practice.
She specialises in pelvic floor and urogynaecological conditions, including prolapse, incontinence and pelvic pain, alongside pre- and postnatal care, with advanced training through the POGP. Every appointment is one-to-one, in a safe, judgement-free space where you’ll be truly listened to.
Registered and accredited
Pricing & Appointments
Single Session Initial appointments & follow-ups
A one-to-one, 60-minute appointment with Olivia at our Clapham clinic. Your session includes a thorough assessment, hands-on treatment and a personalised plan, with exercises to continue at home between appointments.
The Clapham Clinic
Inside the clinic
A calm, private space
Liv Physio is ideally situated in the heart of Clapham, London, nestled between the green expanse of Clapham Common and the boutiques of Abbeville Village.
Our clinic at Lion Yard has been designed to feel calm and welcoming from the moment you arrive, with a bright reception, a comfortable waiting area and a private treatment room.
It is a space where you can relax, take your time and talk openly about anything, however personal.
Find us
Clinic location
AddressLiv Physio, 7 Lion Yard, Tremadoc Road, Clapham, London SW4 7NQ
Appointment hoursMonday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
All visits are by appointment only, so please book before coming to the clinic.
Muscle Strain FAQs
- How long does a pulled hamstring take to heal?
Mild strains can feel better within days, while more severe ones can take weeks or months. Olivia will give you a realistic timeline after assessing you.
- Should I stretch a pulled hamstring?
Not straight away. Gentle movement can start once the early pain settles, then strengthening is the most important part of recovery.
- When can I run again after a muscle strain?
When you can walk, jog and do strength exercises without pain. Olivia will build a step-by-step return to running and sport.
- When should I get urgent help?
Call NHS 111 or see your GP if the pain or swelling is severe, you cannot walk or stand, or it is not improving with self-care. A large tear may need specialist treatment.
- Do I need a referral?
No, you can book directly with Olivia without a referral.
What our patients say
What I’ve appreciated most is how comfortable and at ease she makes you feel. She is kind, understanding and non judgemental, which makes talking about things that can sometimes feel quite personal so much easier. She always takes the time to listen and explains everything clearly, and the exercises are tailored to what I feel comfortable with.
I’m really grateful for all her support and would definitely recommend Olivia to anyone looking for postnatal or pelvic floor support.
Free 15-Minute Initial Consultation Call
This complimentary consultation call is your chance to meet Olivia, discuss your goals, and see if she's the right fit for you. You'll learn about her approach, how physiotherapy can help your condition, and what to expect from sessions including treatment options and pricing.
Please note: No physical treatment, diagnosis or clinical assessment is provided during this consultation.
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We are always on hand to help with any queries you may have.
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Why choose Liv Physio?
Choosing the right specialist makes all the difference. At Liv Physio, you’ll find expert, unhurried care in a calm and private clinic in Clapham, delivered with warmth and a genuine commitment to getting you the results you deserve.
Specialist care: Women’s health is our focus, not an add-on. Every appointment is with a chartered physiotherapist with advanced training in pelvic health.
Time to listen: Unhurried, one-to-one appointments, so we can understand the full picture and you never feel rushed.
A holistic approach: We look beyond your symptoms to the lifestyle, hormonal and day-to-day factors behind them, using evidence-based treatment.
A safe space: A calm, private, judgement-free clinic where you can talk openly about anything, however personal.