Box End Physiotherapy
About Us
Box End Physiotherapy is owned and led by physiotherapists Yegs Gounden and Hannah Barbour. As long-standing professional partners and close friends, they complement each other’s skills and share a strong vision for creating a welcoming, trusted and supportive clinic for patients and practitioners alike. With extensive experience across NHS and private practice, they provide hands-on, evidence-based treatment for musculoskeletal conditions across all ages and activity levels.
Our People
Meet The Team
Yegs Gounden
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Yegs Gounden
Yegs qualified as a physiotherapist in 2001 from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and has practised in the UK ever since. She worked for over 12 years at Bedford Hospital NHS Trust, gaining extensive experience managing musculoskeletal conditions alongside Consultants and GPs.
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Alongside running Box End Physio, Yegs is an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in the Bedfordshire MSK Service, overseeing a team of physiotherapists and assessing complex and chronic musculoskeletal cases. This professional network allows her to guide patients to trusted specialists when needed.
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She has expertise in Pilates, manual therapy, acupuncture, rehabilitation, sports injury management and holds postgraduate qualifications in continence physiotherapy for both men and women. Yegs has a particular clinical interest in women’s health, including the assessment and management of pelvic floor dysfunction. She is passionate about helping patients regain confidence, strength and control. Find out more on our Women’s Health page
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Yegs combines sound clinical judgement with up-to-date, evidence-based care and is committed to providing a service that is accessible, patient-focused and grounded in hands-on treatment. She enjoys running, staying active, and is a proud mum of two daughters.
Areas of Expertise
Hannah Barbour
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
Hannah Barbour
Hannah qualified as a physiotherapist in 2002 from St George's Hospital Medical School and has since worked across NHS and private settings, including Bedford Hospital NHS Trust. She also volunteered as a physiotherapist at the London 2012 Olympic Games, supporting the setup of treatment areas and the Games’ medical teams — a memorable experience that gave her insight into high-performance sport and collaborative clinical work.
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She has postgraduate training in acupuncture, Pilates, and manual therapy, with a special interest in rehabilitation for older adults, including recovery from surgery, fractures and other musculoskeletal challenges. Hannah takes a holistic approach, considering each patient’s health, home environment and daily routines. She helps patients build strength, maintain independence and regain confidence, tailoring exercises to be safe, achievable and meaningful, with realistic goal-setting focused on the activities they enjoy.
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Hannah also provides home visits for patients with musculoskeletal conditions who are unable to travel to the clinic easily, allowing her to deliver hands-on assessment and rehabilitation in the patient’s own environment. She enjoys teaching physiotherapy-led Pilates, encouraging safe, regular movement for older adults and anyone returning from injury.
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She is committed to creating a welcoming, community-focused clinic where patients can access reliable advice, exercise safely and be guided to the right care. She also aims to create a positive, supportive workplace for other practitioners.
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Outside work, she is a busy mum of two and enjoys playing netball.
Areas of Expertise
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Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Box End Physiotherapy is based on a family farm just outside Bedford, easily accessible by car. There is free on-site parking. We offer flexible appointment times to suit your schedule.
