Motion Physiotherapy

Fantastic experience: I had an amazing experience with Dan! He spent time listening to my concerns and gave me tailored exercises, making sure to demonstrate them so I knew exactly what to do! When every other physio told me nothing was wrong, it took Dan seconds to recognise what was wrong and he got me back to running and gym in weeks! Would highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Penny has treated me multiple times over the years. She is always very friendly and professional. Explaining my ailments clearly and reassuring me that it will get better! She treats the cause and gives me manageable exercises as homework. I can’t recommend her enough.

Fantastic experience: My morning lower back pain and stiffness was diagnosed by Dan as spondylosis. He suggested 2 simple morning techniques to release the joint. 1 week later it had dramatically improved after 2+ years. So get your aches and pains diagnosed and a treatment/management plan in place! N

Fantastic experience: Very professional honest and helpful . Would recommend .

Fantastic experience: I have seen Penny on and off for a couple of years - through two knee replacements and ankle issues - and she is completely brilliant. Not just at resolving, improving and rehabilitating the physical side of things, but she also helps to reset the mental side, when things can feel a bit challenging. She makes you realise it is all possible! I have never left an appointment without feeling so much better than I arrived. Cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you Penny! Jane Fryer.

Fantastic experience: Dan is a brilliant physio with a friendly but professional style. He really seems to understands my problem and is very knowledgable in helping me build my strength up.

Fantastic experience: Cathy is a highly experienced and affective practitioner who has explained my injuries and the options so I can see a clear pathway and it helps she has a great sense of humour.

Fantastic experience: Dan at Motion assessed an issue quickly and showed me exercises to immediately ease the pain and improve flexibility. Every visit I have made has results in a positive outcome!

Fantastic experience: I've been going to Motion for ten years now, for various sporting injuries.I keep hurting myself, and they keep fixing me! They're really good at getting to the heart of an issue, and then putting in place a plan to fix it. If you do your bit, they'll do theirs, and you'll recover. Can't recommend them highly enough, excellent.

Fantastic experience: I was really listened too, felt reassured and went away with a plan - and it worked! Thank you.

Fantastic experience: Dan Nicholls provided advice on the right kind of knee brace for my knee condition (advanced osteoarthritis) after examining me and studying my MRI reports, and then ordered the brace and fitted it for me. I am finding it helps to reduce the pain on walking while I await knee replacement. I found Dan very kind and amazingly knowledgeable, in fact the surgeon I’ve now seen completely agreed with Dan’s assessment, but also I was so glad that Dan explained everything very clearly to me - it was really helpful. I will definitely see Dan for more physiotherapy as I feel very confident in his advice.

Fantastic experience: Thank you Penny for your help with a ongoing knee injury. the exercises and expertise given have been really helpful and i have made some real progress already within 2 sessions.

Fantastic experience: Whenever I’m injured, I can always rely upon Penny to give me a thorough examination, detailed diagnosis and really helpful rehab advice. And it’s always a relief to have my chronic catastrophising tendencies undercut by sound physiotherapeutic principles and good old common sense. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: My experience at Motion Physiotherapy, under the care of Cath Ellis, has been top-notch, and I have nothing but high praise for the treatment and advice I have received from Cath. She was able to expand on earlier confirmation of an on-going problem and has provided more targeted exercises, which have, along with treatment in the clinic, been a real game-changer after 2 years of wondering if I would ever find a successful solution!

Fantastic experience: Oustanding, attuned and personalised treatment

Fantastic experience: Cannot recommend them enough. As well as being amazing physios , they are super nice.

Fantastic experience: Just the best. Professional and kind. You really know you are in safe and expert hands

Fantastic experience: Dan has been a fantastic help for my knee issues. With his help I have increased my strength and cardio output. Would 100% recommend to anyone.

Fantastic experience: If you are on the fence about physio, just do it and go here. So helpful - I had an elbow problem post break and knee problems from cycling. The progress was rapid post consultation/treatment. I just wish I'd gone sooner.

Fantastic experience: Another great appointment with Cath Ellis who is an excellent physio.

Fantastic experience: I have been to Motion Physiotherapy a number of times over the years, with back, shoulder and knee problems that require treatment. The diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up exercises have all been excellent and well worth the money. Penny and Dan always have a welcoming and positive attitude, resulting in a very relaxed environment. I would not hesitate recommending the service they provide.

Fantastic experience: A friend recommended Motion Physiotherapy to me last summer and I am deeply grateful to her. The treatment and care I have received has been first class and hugely beneficial.

Fantastic experience: I've worked with Penny twice now, on what had been chronic and relatively debilitating injuries (lower back and shoulder). In each case, I was blown away by her diagnostic skills and treatment plans; identifying issues that other physios had missed, devising a structured recovery plan, and getting me back to full strength and training pain free. Am incredibly grateful and would thoroughly recommend. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: My teenage son dislocated his knee whilst playing football and Penny was a fantastic support both physically (through thorough knowledgeable assessment and suggestions of exercises) and psychologically (with kindness and reassurance). His recovery has been so much easier with her support and I would highly recommend her. She has even inspired him to want to be a physiotherapist after he finishes his A-levels. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Cath Ellis has helped both me and my wife immensely over the years, and we will always be grateful.

Fantastic experience: Not only did Penny help me with my injury rehabilitation she also boosted my self esteem. I am coping much better with the lack of an Achilles tendon and have found ways around my limitations. An operation was out of the question, so strengthening areas to help me was paramount. I still follow all the exercises that Penny gave me and perform them as often as I can. I am able to ride an e-bike, swim and kayak. This is all down to Penny giving me back confidence in my ability. I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Fantastic experience: Penny was really helpful, improving a back condition that I've been struggling with for years and for which I've tried lots of other professionals with no success. She really listened and gave succinct, practical advice. I'd really recommend her

Fantastic experience: I had such a positive experience with motion Physiotherapy. Penny was brilliant and quickly worked out what was wrong and needed fixing. I felt listened to and felt really confident with the advice I was given. Within a week I felt better and can actually use my arm properly for the first time in months. Amazing. Thanks so much!!

Fantastic experience: I first saw Penny shortly after being released from my cast, following surgery to reconstruct a ruptured Achilles in June 2024. At the time, I was still in a walking boot, using a scooter to get around, and feeling very anxious about the risk of re-rupture and the overall recovery process. Penny was with me every step of the way (no pun intended!), providing expert guidance and reassurance. Thanks to her expertise and supportive approach, I not only regained my mobility and confidence, but—just a few weeks ago (May 25) —I ran a 5K faster than I ever had before my injury! I honestly can’t recommend Motion Physiotherapy enough. Penny is not only a highly skilled professional, but her kindness and encouragement helped me restore my mobility, my confidence and the joy of running!

Fantastic experience: Just wanted to say thank you to everyone at Motion Physiotherapy. You have helped myself, my son and my husband providing an holistic approach in a very professional and friendly way. Would highly recommend your service.

Fantastic experience: Dan is extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic and explains what he is doing very well. He also crams as much as possible into the half hour session. I highly recommend Motion Physiotherapy.

Fantastic experience: Penny has been amazing! Martha had made so much progress and penny made all the exercises as fun as possible for her. Thanks again !

Fantastic experience: Thank you Penny of Motion Physiotherapy. I had such good advice for helping my damaged knee, together with encouragement and a sensible set of suggestions and exercises that I successfully completed a long walk in Lapland some eight weeks later. I am delighted that my legs are now able to cope with mountain pathways with a rucksack on my back!

Fantastic experience: I had Penny for physiotherapy session today and it was really good, helped me work out what exactly was going on with my leg and put me at ease. Honestly amazing place, highly recommended it!

Fantastic experience: Received an appointment quite quickly. Thorough check of the ligament damage due to slipping and falling awkwardly.Excellent advice on an exercise regime for recovery and whether my coming holiday would be likely to cause further damage. The ankle support suggested proved to be perfect. Thanks so much

Fantastic experience: I didn't take up running until I was 65, so was worried that a hamstring tendinopathy was going to be the end of something I've come to love. However, after a few sessions with Dan and diligently following his exercise plan, I'm now running again and very gradually building the mileage back up. Dan's obvious knowledge and experience has given me the confidence to get back 'in the saddle' and to realise the importance of strength work. I recommend Motion Physiotherapy without hesitation!

Fantastic experience: Dan Nicholls is very easy to talk to and very clearly knows exactly what he is doing. He gave very helpful information and advice about my knee and set up a treatment which is very effective

Fantastic experience: Penny spent sometime listening and going through my Knee issue (Knee pain) which was followed up by physical manipulation of my knee and advise on exercises to strengthen up my knee, all in all a great experience would defo go back again with any future issues. Thank you Penny :-)

Fantastic experience: I have used Motion Physiotherapy for 2x different injuries in the last year. The first being a pain in my hip and top of my thigh. I tried sports massage and stretching but with limited success. After Penny's assessment it was established that the source of the problem was actually my upper glute. After following the exercises given to me I am now pain free in that area. Penny recently treated me for an issue with my rotator cuff and having followed strengthening exercises I am already feeling the benefits. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I was gearing up for the Dart 10k, but my enthusiasm got the better of me, leading to a seriously sore shoulder that made me contemplate dropping out. Enter Dan, whose expertise was nothing short of brilliant. He not only alleviated the pain but also offered invaluable advice on preventing such injuries in the future! I can't recommend Motion Physiotherapy highly enough. They truly saved the day!

Fantastic experience: Very knowledgeable, supportive and friendly - I felt in very safe hands. Thank you for getting me back on my feet Penny!

Fantastic experience: Motion physiotherapist have been amazing. They were great at taking the time to understand my injury. After the treatment they sent me home with some simple exercises so that I could continue to improve. In February my injury meant I was struggling to use the stairs and in a few weeks I will be running a marathon- I can not recommend them enough.

Fantastic experience: I saw Penny to help with a shoulder problem I had and she was brilliant. After treating my shoulder she also gave me exercises to do at home and I only needed one session. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: I cannot rate Motion Physio more highly. Fantastic service, always professional and keen to get my condition sorted as quickly and with as few visits as possible. Dan got me running again when I thought I’d never run again. Brilliant, effective and Dan and Penny are both really nice people. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: After a below par physio meeting at another practice I was apprehensive to go in with a damaged dislocated shoulder but penny was great! With a v good in depth examination and gave me a lot of hope with a strengthing plan to get back to 100% so I can back to my sports goals. Very impressed. Thanks a bunch

Fantastic experience: Penny sorted my ankle injury within one appointment. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: So enjoyed meeting Dan Welcoming and confident and enthusiastic about his art Sorted me out (bad back (L5S1) (I think)) He made total sense Just talking with him made me confident that the condition could be healed He listened Made me want to be a physiotherapist

Fantastic experience: Great team helped me recover from a knee ligament injury. I would fully recommend!

Fantastic experience: Went to Motion Physio with an exacerbation of sciatica triggered by running. Dan provided me with bespoke exercises, training guidence, encouragement and a positive attitude which enabled me to achieve my goal of a half marathon. Without his input I may well have given up on the idea. Not only did i achieve it but I feel that I now have the tools to manage the issue in the future. Thanks Dan!

Fantastic experience: My 12 year old daughter was very quickly slotted in with Penny, after suffering a badly dislocated and broken elbow. She was naturally very nervous about having physio, however was quickly put at ease in the hands of Penny. Penny was very kind, explained exactly what she was doing at all times and was amazing with my daughter. Dan was also very helpful with the administration side of things. I would highly recommend Motion Physiotherapy

Fantastic experience: Fabulous Penny got my 14yr old son back to sport in record time after a broken ankle when he diligently followed her rehabilitation plan. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Visited for a shoulder issue and very happy as there has been a massive improvement. Highly recommend

Fantastic experience: Great booking system, and very efficient at treating you. I've had many physios over the years and Dan certainly knows his stuff.

Fantastic experience: I went to Motion Physiotherapy following a shoulder injury sustained falling off my bike. Dan assessed the injury (to my AC joint) and put me on an active path to recovery. I’m back riding my bike now, and have been left with some exercises to complete my recovery. Dan was friendly and professional, and I felt that I was in safe hands throughout. Would recommend highly for sports injuries.

Fantastic experience: I went to see Dan expecting to receive a recommendation for a good surgeon to replace my knee because of the acute pain I was experiencing. After a short but thorough examination Dan identified the source of the problem. Over a month or so he advised on a set of exercises that are close to curing the problem. I am now confident that if I keep up the exercises I will be back to my usual routine of activities in no time. Thanks Dan!

Fantastic experience: Excellent experience: Assessment was thorough and very reassuring. Bespoke exercises have been successful so I would highly recommend. Thank you Dan.

Fantastic experience: Penny was really friendly and had me back running within two sessions. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Penny is lovely and completely passionate and confident in her advice for recovery. She knows her subject well!

Fantastic experience: I would thoroughly recommend Dan at Motion Physiotherapy. Over the course of 5 appointments over 5 months, Dan has helped me to successfully rehab issues that had been ongoing for almost 3 years. At every stage Dan proved to be knowledgable, kind and friendly. He explained things clearly so I could understand exactly what he was doing, what the issue(s) were and how things should be. Whilst I've still got some work to do myself to get back to 'full fitness', Dan's given me the necessary knowledge of a 'toolbox' of rehab exercises to address the problem areas but as importantly, the confidence to recognise that my issues can be healed. If I ever feel things starting to slide, I'll be sending Dan an email to book in for a helping preventative session, and will not hesitate to recommend him and Motion Physiotherapy to friends and colleagues. Thanks Dan for all your work!

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience with Motion Physio who helped me with a strained neck. Penny and her team really went above and beyond in helping me and my injury. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Cath provided me very professional advices and treatment when I was visiting her for my frozen shoulder. I have been suffered from it for months. After the treatment I followed the exercise she suggested and I felt much better. It is definitely improving. Thanks Cath. Highly recommend her for frozen shoulder.

Fantastic experience: I was very impressed with Motion Physiotherapy from start to finish. Simple online booking , free and easy parking but most importantly Penny was excellent in diagnosing and treating my knee injury. Top Notch !!

Fantastic experience: Would highly recommend Motion Physiotherapy. I was referred here following a long history of neck and shoulder pain. The level of professional care and attention to detail in my treatment plan was excellent. Top class Physiotherapists.

Fantastic experience: Dan was extremely helpful in helping with the recovery of my knee injury. The first session was over zoom but with his knowledge he was still able to determine the issue, which he monitored over subsequent sessions in person. Am now fully recovered and back up and running! Would highly recommend. Thanks Dan.

Fantastic experience: Professional, knowledgeable and a good guy. Dan really helped out our teen athlete. Highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend these guys highly enough!!! Friendly, knowledgeable & patient. On Sunday I achieved my goal of running Brighton marathon comfortably, I am absolutely elated that my injury didn’t flare up, that I enjoyed the run and achieved a decent PB! Thank YOU to both Dan & Penny for diagnosing both separate minor issues over the last year and giving me the tools to work on repairing them at home.

Fantastic experience: I first visited Dan a few months ago having suffered disabling back pain for around three years following a fractured vertebra. I was given various exercises, treatment and advice on maintaining mobility. After a relatively short period I was noticing improvement and over a short period of time this has continued way beyond what I could have hoped for. Although I’m not always 100% pain free it’s not at a level that stops me doing things and for the most part I no longer give my back a thought. I now walk several miles most days with our dogs and friends and neighbours are amazed at the improvement in my mobility. I would wholeheartedly recommend Motion Physiotherapy for anyone seeking a good physiotherapy service.

Fantastic experience: Penny is an extremely knowledgeable and talented physiotherapist. She explains everything and puts you at ease straight away, would highly recommend. My partner saw Dan for a shoulder issue and was also extremely impressed with the treatment he recieved. What a great team.

Fantastic experience: Penny was excellent, I can't recommend her highly enough! She was friendly but professional. She took my details and performed some assessments and within what felt like minutes she had identified my issue (weak glutes and hamstrings). What I thought was an injury was actually just strain due to my body compensating for the weakness and resulting muscle imbalance. Penny gave me achievable and effective strengthening exercises to do, which three weeks later have already shown a result. I'm still building them up but I'm back running and feeling stronger by the day. Thanks Penny!

Fantastic experience: Referred from my employer to Motion Physio in Lewes, excellent diagnosis, treatment and exercise plan. Thank you Motion Physio for your commitment and support.

Fantastic experience: I was very pleased with my treatment at Motion. Dan fitted me in without delay and identified the issue immediately and gave me a plan for recovery. I left feeling very reassured. I would definitely recommend.

Fantastic experience: Superb clinic - Daniel is excellent and helped me through a tough time after breaking my hip!