Specialist Sports Injury Clinic and treatment for Musculoskeletal Conditions

First established in 2008 by experienced physiotherapists Birgit Scott & Claire Todd, Heartlands Physiotherapy Clinic Ltd has been looking after the physical wellbeing of Northamptonshire for over 17 years. Now operated by Claire Poat and with locations in both Daventry & Towcester, we are continuing our mission to offer high quality physiotherapy services, performed by fully qualified physiotherapists, all whilst keeping prices within the reach of everyone.


Claire Poat - BSc (Hons), PgDip, MCSP

Claire graduated from Coventry University in 2006 with a First Class Honours degree in Physiotherapy. In 2012, she returned to Coventry to complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Manual Therapy, further deepening her clinical expertise. She has also undertaken additional postgraduate training in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and is qualified in acupuncture. Claire began her physiotherapy career in a junior rotational post within the NHS in Northamptonshire. During her rotations, she quickly discovered a keen interest in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, which led to her progression into a senior role within the same specialty. Her postgraduate studies provided advanced clinical skills, strengthening her work in this area. In recent years, Claire gained valuable experience working in private practice alongside her NHS role, and now has transitioned solely into private practice where she continues to focus on musculoskeletal care. Away from the clinic, Claire enjoys a busy family life with her husband and three young children. She’s an enthusiastic runner and regularly takes part in half marathons. When she’s not out running or spending time with her family, Claire enjoys being outdoors and unwinding in the garden.


Harry Bedford - BSc (Hons) MCSP

Harry has an extensive physiotherapy background of over 25 years, working and leading in professional sports environments as well as private health and wellness clinics. Harry enjoys building relationships with his patients to understand how to help improve their health and concerns. He combines hands-on care with complementary strength and conditioning exercises to maximise the patients improvement. Harry has built up a network of local and national specialist consultants who he has patient referrals to and from to maximise post operative care and injury recovery. Away from the clinic, Harry maintains his own health and wellbeing by swimming, daily saunas and getting plenty of sunshine when available!!


Hannah Harman - BSc (Hons) MCSP

Hannah graduated from Coventry in 2017 with a bachelors degree in physiotherapy. She started her career through a range of clinical rotations that sparked her interest in musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy. Since then, she has specialised in MSK care, with a particular focus on persistent pain management, antenatal and postnatal rehabilitation, and acute injuries. Hannah is passionate about helping individuals regain confidence and function, embracing individuality and creating a safe space within pain and movement to empower long term recovery. Most recently, Hannah expanded her skill set by qualifying as a Veterinary Physiotherapist from Hartpury University, where she will complete her Masters degree in 2025. Outside of the clinic, Hannah enjoys spending time retraining her ex-racehorse, as well as running with her partner over a variety of distances (which is mostly depending on weather and energy!).