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Certified Centre of Excellence – Science-Backed Joint Pain Relief
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Centre of Excellence

Durham City Physio is recognised as a Certified Centre of Excellence within Joint Pain Freedom, for the safe, evidence-led use of Cingal, Monovisc and Orthovisc injection therapies, while also recommending additional selected complementary joint care options where appropriate.
The Centre of Excellence certification is awarded by Eos Active, the trusted UK partner for the treatments available, ensuring all products are genuine, UK-registered and sourced directly from the manufacturer.
BSc (Physio), MSc, MCSP Clinical Specialist – Physiotherapy
About Femke Van Dreven
Femke has 33 years of experience in musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She left her part-time post as an Upper Limb ESP (Extended Scope Practitioner) in the NHS, to dedicate all her time to Durham City Physio Ltd in Durham. She set up the clinic in 2008.

She obtained her physiotherapy degree at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa in 1992, qualified as a Personal Fitness Trainer in 1995, and moved to Durham in 2000.

She managed the Durham University Sports Clinic (at Maiden Castle) from 2000 – 2008.

She gained her diploma in Injection Therapy in 2005, and completed her

MSc in Sport & Exercise Injury Management at Leeds Metropolitan University in 2010.

​She has worked as a Physiotherapist at the following international Games:

  • ​Davis Cup 1999 Cape Town
  • Olympic Games 2012 London
  • Commonwealth Games 2014 Glasgow
  • European Games 2015 Baku, Azerbaijan
  • IAAF World Championships (Athletics) 2017 London
  • IAAF World Indoor Championships (Athletics) 2018 Birmingham
  • Commonwealth Games 2022 Birmingham

Femke has a special interest in Shoulder & Sports Injuries.

 She enjoys trail running and runs and coaches for Durham City Harriers.

Femke provides clear, evidence-led guidance at every stage, supporting you not only during treatment but throughout your longer-term joint care journey. If you would like to discuss your options, please contact the clinic directly.

Confidence in your treatment choices

Centres of Excellence follow clear clinical standards in training, product sourcing, and safe delivery of care. This ensures treatment decisions are evidence-led and clinically appropriate.

Reassurance in product quality

Not all hyaluronic acid injections and brands of treatment options are the same.
Femke takes an evidence-led approach to treating your pain, and offers the clinically leading options within their specific areas.

cingal

Cingal

A unique hybrid joint injection
A clinically designed combination of hyaluronic acid and a targeted, safer steroid, developed for quick and longer-lasting relief from osteoarthritis pain. Clinically proven to last significantly longer than a steroid alone.
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monovisc

Monovisc

A long-acting hyaluronic acid injection
Developed for larger joints to promote lubrication, cushioning, and the regeneration of the joint’s own HA. Used by clinicians to help manage osteoarthritis-related joint pain in the knee, hip, ankle and shoulder, over 3 million times.
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orthovisc

Orthovisc

A trusted hyaluronic acid injection for smaller joints
Helping to manage osteoarthritis–related joint pain in smaller joints such as the toes, wrists and fingers, and even tendons (tennis elbow). Over 20 million injections have been used worldwide.
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Support

Compression and bracing for trusted joint support
If you have joint pain, swelling or instability, one of the simplest and most effective tools is external support. It’s not alwasy a heavy, restrictive support that’s needed. The right level of compression or bracing can help you to stay active or recover from an injury.
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cry

Cryotherapy

Cold Compression Therapy – For Joints & Muscles
When a joint becomes irritated, the body increases blood flow to the area. This helps healing, but it also creates swelling and pressure within the joint. The right levels of compression combined with cold reduce pain and swelling, while enhancing recovery.
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oa

Osteoarthritis

Your OA is personal to you
Osteoarthritis is never the same disease from one person to the next, but without proper and considered management, disease progression can accelerate. Learn more in general and about some of the common types of OA
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Durham City Physio

Durham City Physio
7 Old Elvet
Durham, County Durham

DH1 3HL
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You can learn more and view more options throughout the Joint Pain Freedom site.  Below is a selection of options your clinician may have suggested to you to consider and purchase.

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Formfit OA Knee

Who this is for: Early knee osteoarthritis, causing stiffness, swelling or reduced confidence during movement. Medical-grade compression with stru…
£270
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Formfit® Tracker (PFJ)

Who this is for For kneecap pain, patellar tracking issues or instability affecting sport and daily movement. Adjustable, targeted patella support…
£108
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Össur Formfit® Pro Knee

Who this is for For general knee discomfort, mild instability or kneecap irritation affecting everyday movement. Gentle compression with targeted …
£60
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Össur Formfit Knee Hinged Brace

Who this is for: A comfortable hinged knee brace for people recovering from mild to moderate ligament injuries, knee sprains or general instability. …
£85
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Össur Formfit® Pro Knee Flite

Who this is for For mild knee discomfort, swelling or reduced confidence during everyday activity. Lightweight, breathable compression with a clos…
£55
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Össur Rebound Knee Imobiliser

Who this is for: Following surgery or severe injury when range of motion needs to be controlled, setting the drop lock, or altering the brace length,…
£198
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Össur Rebound Universal Panel Knee Immobiliser Brace

Who this is for: A simple and adjustable knee immobiliser for people who need the knee held in a stable, straight position following surgery, a traum…
£42
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Knee cold compress

Cold and compression together can be a powerful way to calm an irritated knee. This easy-to-use knee wrap combines a reusable ice gel pack with gentle…
£45
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Ankle cold compress

Cold and compression together can be a powerful way to calm an irritated ankle. This easy-to-use Ankle wrap combines a reusable ice gel pack with gent…
£45
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Össur Formfit® Pro Ankle

Who this is for For mild ankle sprains, instability or ligament irritation during recovery. Medical-grade compression with targeted ankle cushioni…
£55
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Össur Form Fit Ankle Speed Brace

Who this is for For moderate ankle sprains, chronic instability or recurring ankle rollovers during sport or daily activity. Hybrid ankle support …
£42
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Össur Formfit Gel Ankle Stirrup

Who this is for For moderate to severe ankle sprains, post-cast recovery or chronic instability needing firm side-to-side protection. Rigid stirru…
£50
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Össur Formfit Pro Elbow

Who this is for For tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow or general tendon irritation limiting sport and daily activity. Targeted compression with integra…
£70
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Össur Formfit® Pro Wrist Compression Sleeve

Who this is for For wrist sprains, tendonitis, overuse pain or inflammatory flare-ups affecting grip and daily movement. Breathable compression wi…
£55
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Active – Glucosamine Complex

A supplement created for people who want to stay mobile, flexible and comfortable in everyday movement. Combining plant-based glucosamine, Phytodro…
£32.00
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Integrity – Collagen + HA

A supplement to support joint health, flexibility and comfortable everyday movement as part of an active lifestyle. Integrity combines marine colla…
£27.50
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Shield – High Strength Vit D

A simple daily wellness supplement providing high-strength Vitamin D3 with added Vitamin K2 as part of a sensible routine for active living, seasonal …
£21.50
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Joint Essential Collection

Daily Three-Part Joint Wellness Support Bundle. Created for people who want to make consistent joint care, active living and healthy ageing part of th…
£72
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