Darren Cornforth
Director
BSc(Hons)(Phys) MSc(Man Ther) MMACP MCSP
Chartered Manipulative & Sports Physiotherapist
Professional Experience:
Freeman Hospital, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital
Medicolegal Experience- Personal Injury, Medical Negligence etc
Sports Experience:
Commonwealth Games 1998 and 2002
Scottish Cricket (including World Cup 1999)
Scottish Gymnastics
Hibernian Football Club
Livingston Football Club
Edinburgh Rugby
Special Interests:
Spinal Physiotherapy
Sports Physiotherapy
Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Medicolegal Physiotherapy
Shockwave Therapy
Vestibular Physiotherapy
Occupational Health Physiotherapy
Clinics:
Edinburgh South and City Centre
Hobbies:
Darren still ‘tries’ to play cricket for the MCC and Grange CC Masters. He loves all sport and is a supporter of Newcastle United. An animal lover he has a working cocker spaniel called ‘Indi’.
Personal statement:
From the moment I became a physiotherapist, the thing I have loved the most is making my patients better or making a difference. It’s like winning a race or holding up a cup. It’s my adrenaline thrill. I’ve matched this enthusiasm with pride in my profession and the standard of therapy I want to provide for my patients. To me it’s important that Physis provides the right experience as part of this process.
As a professional, I have developed my skills and understanding throughout my career and love to ride the wave of new science with its ups and downs. However, I’m a bit of a cynic too and don’t think we should compromise in striving for the best approach by using unproven medical science. So I’ve completed my degrees in order for me to keep developing my knowledge and skills. The fun I’ve had using them in my line of work is what keeps me going.
I can’t believe it’s over 30 years since I started and still love helping my patients.