Introducing Emma, a caring and professional physiotherapist with a deep love for running and outdoor adventures. Recently, she achieved a significant milestone by completing her first ultramarathon and is already on the lookout for her next challenge. With the many miles she’s logged, Emma has experienced her fair share of injuries and knows firsthand the frustration and pain that lower limb injuries, particularly in the hips and glutes, can bring to athletes. This personal experience fuels her passion for treating such injuries and helping others overcome similar challenges.

Outside of running, Emma is an avid lover of the outdoors and enjoys participating in a variety of activities that connect her with nature. She also has a thirst for travel and enjoys discovering new places and cultures. When she’s not on the move, you can find her in the kitchen, where she loves experimenting with different recipes and cooking up delicious meals.

Emma brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional expertise to her role as a physiotherapist, making her a compassionate and knowledgeable guide for those seeking to improve their physical health and performance.

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Ryan is an osteopath, master personal trainer, strength and fitness coach, sports massage therapist, medical acupuncturist and former physical training instructor within the Royal Marines. Before graduating from the British College of Osteopathic medicine with a 1st class master’s degree amongst other academic awards, Ryan spent the majority of his adult life within the Royal Marines. He joined at 17 years of age and completed a total of 18 years of combined regular and reserve forces service. Upon leaving regular service he has spent his time developing theoretical knowledge and practical experience within the healthcare and sporting environments. During this time, he has amassed a great deal of information from key influencers from the manual therapy, rehabilitative exercise, and strength and conditioning fields, whilst working with a diverse patient/client demographic ranging from the elderly and persistent pain patients to royal marine recruits and Olympic athletes. The combination of Ryan’s academic knowledge and practical experience creates a practitioner perfectly suited to educate, motivate and support any patient wanting to progress in their sporting endeavours wherever they may be on the pain to performance continuum. When Ryan isn’t in the clinic you can find him either throwing weights round the gym, throwing people around the Tatami or getting thrown around by his beloved pet ‘Dexter’ the English bull terrier. A keen grappler and lifting enthusiast, Ryan is a black belt in judo and holds multiple world records in team deadlift and sled push events. Check out ‘Team Natural Power’ on Facebook / Instagram for updates on the next world record attempt.

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Marty joins the team as a Sports Massage Therapist, bringing a wealth of experience from his diverse career background. With several years of hands-on experience, Marty has successfully integrated soft tissue work with exercise prescription in his dual role as a personal trainer and massage therapist, providing holistic care and tailored programs to clients/patients. His transition into the health and fitness industry followed an extensive career in both the Army and the Police service, where he served with dedication for over 30 years. Since retiring in 2017, Marty has fully immersed himself in the health and fitness world, pursuing his passion both professionally and personally. His unique background in the military and law enforcement has equipped him with a strong foundation in discipline, motivation, and resilience—qualities that he now applies in his approach to helping clients and patients. Marty’s expertise in sports massage therapy, combined with his knowledge of exercise prescription, offers a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation and performance. Whether working with athletes or injured individuals. Outside of his professional life, Marty enjoys spending quality time with his family and making the most of the great outdoors. An avid hiker and camper, he loves exploring the UK and abroad, often embarking on adventures that allow him to stay active and connected to nature. His enthusiasm for outdoor activities and maintaining a healthy lifestyle further enhances his ability to inspire and support his clients on their own fitness journeys.

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Emma has joined our team here at 5th element as a soft tissue specialist. She has over 10 years’ experience in the industry and has established herself as the ‘go to’ soft tissue therapist in the north east, renowned for her technical ability in treating all issues relating to the soft tissues of the body. The majority of Emma’s experience has been spent in the clinical environment working with a variety of other professionals including physiotherapists, osteopaths and sports therapists which has helped her develop a theoretical knowledge far greater than expected of soft tissue therapists. With an unsatiable thirst for knowledge, over the years she has amassed a wide range of adjunctive treatment interventions including Advanced Sports Massage (level 4), Advanced Medical Acupuncture, Kinesiology Taping, IASTM, Dry Cupping, Spinal Manipulation and Pre and Post Natal Therapy, often combining these techniques for superior results. The combination of her deep theoretical knowledge and vast skill set means she can tailor her treatment to suit the individual needs of the patient and the specific injury they may have. Emma is definitely the creative one within the team and as such, takes the lead on all our social media platforms. Outside of work she keeps those creative sparks ignited and satisfies her artistic needs by pursuing various craft hobbies, including jewellery making (she’s very good, check out her Etsy page – ‘silver by essence’) and performing ariel arts. With a keen interest in longevity, Emma enjoys maintaining her physical health through weight training in the gym and ‘getting her steps in’ whilst our patient well-being officer (dexter) drags her out for a walk.

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Sami Hoque holds a First-Class Honours degree in Sport and Rehabilitation Therapy. A dedicated athlete, Sami is an undefeated MMA fighter with a unbeaten record and is currently ranked #2 out of over 700 fighters across the UK and Ireland. He has both won and defended national championships throughout his career. Alongside his fighting success, Sami is an experienced MMA coach with over 15 years of training. He teaches skills and techniques for competition, fitness, confidence, and self-defence, helping people of all levels develop their abilities. As a personal trainer, Sami works with individuals of all ages and abilities, helping them achieve their specific health and fitness goals. His knowledge of rehabilitation therapy and his hands-on experience allow him to provide expert guidance to his clients/patients. Sami has a passion for travelling, he enjoys exploring different countries and cultures and appreciates understanding different ways of life. Furthermore, Sami’s ethos is rooted by growth mindset. He carries this over in all avenues of his work and establishes this throughout his patients’ recovery journey.

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