At Marple Physio, we pride ourselves on the outstanding reputation of our clinical team. Recognised for our evidenced based approach, we consistently provide exceptional standards of care and therefore the best possible outcomes for our patients.
All of our physiotherapy practitioners are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). Many of our clinicians also hold additional qualifications and are recognised as leading specialists in their respective fields, affording unique levels of specialist expertise and care for our patients.
Liz Ebelthite
Chartered Physiotherapist & Joint Clinical Director
Bsc (Hons), HCPC, MCSP, AACP Physiotherapy
Liz graduated with a first class BSc. Honours degree in physiotherapy in 2007, she specialised in musculoskeletal physiotherapy in 2010, and became the owner and clinical director of Marple Physiotherapy in 2012.
In 2020 Liz gained Physio First’s prestigious Quality Assured Practitioner status, in collaboration with the University of Brighton. Quality Assured Practitioner status demonstrates a high level of physiotherapy practice with all outcomes benchmarked against a national standard.
Liz takes a holistic approach when assessing and treating her clients, using her wealth of post graduate experience and training to provide the highest standard of care. By focusing on her clients’ goals, Liz is able to facilitate positive change to people’s posture and quality of movement, resolving pain in the long term and preventing reoccurrence.
Her consistently excellent treatment outcomes and caring attitude mean that she is highly regarded by her clients, consultants, general practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.
Liz has a specialist interest in treating neck pain and whiplash injuries. Liz also has specialist training in acupuncture for musculoskeletal conditions which she uses very effectively in conjunction with her other physiotherapy skills. She is registered with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP).
Liz Ebelthite
Chartered Physiotherapist & Joint Clinical Director
Bsc (Hons), HCPC, MCSP, AACP Physiotherapy
Liz graduated with a first class BSc. Honours degree in physiotherapy in 2007, she specialised in musculoskeletal physiotherapy in 2010, and became the owner and clinical director of Marple Physiotherapy in 2012.
In 2020 Liz gained Physio First’s prestigious Quality Assured Practitioner status, in collaboration with the University of Brighton. Quality Assured Practitioner status demonstrates a high level of physiotherapy practice with all outcomes benchmarked against a national standard.
Liz takes a holistic approach when assessing and treating her clients, using her wealth of post graduate experience and training to provide the highest standard of care. By focusing on her clients’ goals, Liz is able to facilitate positive change to people’s posture and quality of movement, resolving pain in the long term and preventing reoccurrence.
Her consistently excellent treatment outcomes and caring attitude mean that she is highly regarded by her clients, consultants, general practitioners, and other healthcare professionals.
Liz has a specialist interest in treating neck pain and whiplash injuries. Liz also has specialist training in acupuncture for musculoskeletal conditions which she uses very effectively in conjunction with her other physiotherapy skills. She is registered with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP).
Nicola Jackson
Chartered Physiotherapist & Joint Clinical Director
BSc (Hons), HCPC, MCSP, ACPOHE, AACP
Nicky graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2007 with First Class Honours, initially working in a hospital setting before specialising in private practice in 2010 and becoming a partner at Marple Physiotherapy in 2019.
Nicky brings an exceptional, holistic approach to assessment and treatment, with specialist expertise in occupational health and ergonomics, and is a member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics.
Having conducted more than 300 workplace assessments over a wide range of industries from offices to motor component engineering plants, Nicky enjoys the challenge of observing, analysing and applying her practical approach to resolve work-based aggravated symptoms. By liaising between employee and line manager and/or HR, specific and measurable plans can be devised to assist members of staff to remain in work or aid early return to work.
Nicky has gained numerous post-graduate qualifications including manual therapy, acupuncture and in her other area of specialist knowledge, physio-led Pilates. She is a fully qualified modified Pilates instructor and Star Pro member of the Australian Pilates and Physiotherapy Institute, bringing the enhanced benefits of physiotherapy-led Pilates such as improved posture and core strength to our patients.
Nicola Jackson
Chartered Physiotherapist & Joint Clinical Director
BSc (Hons), HCPC, MCSP, ACPOHE, AACP
Nicky graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University in 2007 with First Class Honours, initially working in a hospital setting before specialising in private practice in 2010 and becoming a partner at Marple Physiotherapy in 2019.
Nicky brings an exceptional, holistic approach to assessment and treatment, with specialist expertise in occupational health and ergonomics, and is a member of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Occupational Health and Ergonomics.
Having conducted more than 300 workplace assessments over a wide range of industries from offices to motor component engineering plants, Nicky enjoys the challenge of observing, analysing and applying her practical approach to resolve work-based aggravated symptoms. By liaising between employee and line manager and/or HR, specific and measurable plans can be devised to assist members of staff to remain in work or aid early return to work.
Nicky has gained numerous post-graduate qualifications including manual therapy, acupuncture and in her other area of specialist knowledge, physio-led Pilates. She is a fully qualified modified Pilates instructor and Star Pro member of the Australian Pilates and Physiotherapy Institute, bringing the enhanced benefits of physiotherapy-led Pilates such as improved posture and core strength to our patients.
Cath Normansell
Chartered Physiotherapist
DIPGRAD PHYS, HCPC, MCSP
Cath graduated from Salford School of Physiotherapy in 1987, and has worked within an NHS setting since then, specialising in musculoskeletal conditions. She joined the team at Stepping Hill hospital in 1992 and, in 2002, became an orthopaedic extended scope practitioner specialising in the foot and ankle. In 2005 she also took on paediatric orthopaedics, assessing children for development issues. She is an expert in children’s musculoskeletal development. She is also a trained acupuncturist. Cath has worked at Marple Physio since 2012.
Cath has over 25 years experience in an outpatient setting and has a specialist interest in paediatric orthopaedics (muscle and joint problems). She works alongside paediatric consultants at the Royal Manchester Children’s hospital and is an expert in treating knee pain, sports injuries, hip and back pain, shoulder pain, flat feet and hypermobility in children.
Cath Normansell
Chartered Physiotherapist
DIPGRAD PHYS, HCPC, MCSP
Cath graduated from Salford School of Physiotherapy in 1987, and has worked within an NHS setting since then, specialising in musculoskeletal conditions. She joined the team at Stepping Hill hospital in 1992 and, in 2002, became an orthopaedic extended scope practitioner specialising in the foot and ankle. In 2005 she also took on paediatric orthopaedics, assessing children for development issues. She is an expert in children’s musculoskeletal development. She is also a trained acupuncturist. Cath has worked at Marple Physio since 2012.
Cath has over 25 years experience in an outpatient setting and has a specialist interest in paediatric orthopaedics (muscle and joint problems). She works alongside paediatric consultants at the Royal Manchester Children’s hospital and is an expert in treating knee pain, sports injuries, hip and back pain, shoulder pain, flat feet and hypermobility in children.
Maria Fuentes Conde
Sports Therapist
BSc (Hons), MSc Sport & Exercise Biomechanics
Maria has been a VCTC qualified and fully insured sports massage therapist since 2015. Previously a competitive swimmer, she has always found massage not only relaxing but also essential for injury prevention and optimal performance.
As a sports massage therapist, Maria is keen to enhance movement using a variety of techniques tailored to individual needs, including deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, general stretches, and muscle energy techniques.
Maria has a degree in Sports Science & Human Physiology from the Manchester Metropolitan University, and recently completed a MSc in Sport & Exercise Biomechanics, deepening her understanding of the human body. Outside of work and study, she enjoys the outdoors, cycling, Yoga, and being surrounded by good friends and food.
Maria Fuentes Conde
Sports Therapist
BSc (Hons), MSc Sport & Exercise Biomechanics
Maria has been a VCTC qualified and fully insured sports massage therapist since 2015. Previously a competitive swimmer, she has always found massage not only relaxing but also essential for injury prevention and optimal performance.
As a sports massage therapist, Maria is keen to enhance movement using a variety of techniques tailored to individual needs, including deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, general stretches, and muscle energy techniques.
Maria has a degree in Sports Science & Human Physiology from the Manchester Metropolitan University, and recently completed a MSc in Sport & Exercise Biomechanics, deepening her understanding of the human body. Outside of work and study, she enjoys the outdoors, cycling, Yoga, and being surrounded by good friends and food.
John Reed
Sports Therapist
BSc (Hons) Sport Physical Education & Coaching Science
With a keen interest in how to care for our bodies, John is very knowledgeable in health and well-being. He achieved Sport Physical Education and Coaching Science (BSc Hons) at the University of Birmingham and is educated in sports nutrition, molecular adaptations to training performance, anatomy and biomechanics, physiology, and oxidative stress in sport, age and disease.
John has also achieved a Level 5 Diploma in Sport and Remedial Massage at the London School of Sports Massage – the highest relevant qualification currently in the country, and is a member of the Institute of Sport and Remedial Massage (ISRM).
John enjoys many sports, but is particularly keen on playing golf, and watches rugby, cricket, and football avidly. He also loves to explore and travel around the world on new adventures.
John Reed
Sports Therapist
BSc (Hons) Sport Physical Education & Coaching Science
With a keen interest in how to care for our bodies, John is very knowledgeable in health and well-being. He achieved Sport Physical Education and Coaching Science (BSc Hons) at the University of Birmingham and is educated in sports nutrition, molecular adaptations to training performance, anatomy and biomechanics, physiology, and oxidative stress in sport, age and disease.
John has also achieved a Level 5 Diploma in Sport and Remedial Massage at the London School of Sports Massage – the highest relevant qualification currently in the country, and is a member of the Institute of Sport and Remedial Massage (ISRM).
John enjoys many sports, but is particularly keen on playing golf, and watches rugby, cricket, and football avidly. He also loves to explore and travel around the world on new adventures.
