Mr Jordan Dehara

Physiotherapy Lead
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy - 2017

About Jordan Dehara

In 2017, I gained a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Physiotherapy from the European School of Physiotherapy, Amsterdam. While in Amsterdam, I gained experience working with the Dutch under 21’s national rugby and basketball teams. I was also the Physiotherapist at the Amsterdam rugby club, wheelchair rugby club, football team and swimming teams. During one of my placements, I worked alongside the Maltese Olympic Team to assist with the rehabilitation of elite level athletes.

After receiving HCPC registration, I completed my Physiotherapy rotations at the William Harvey Hospital, Ashford. I worked in a variety of fields as a junior Physiotherapist including ITU, medicine, cardiology, respiratory, orthopaedics and musculoskeletal (MSK).

Two years into my career, I specialised as a Senior Physiotherapist in MSK, managing a complex caseload of acute injuries, chronic conditions and post-operative rehabilitation. I lead a variety of classes in the gym and the hydrotherapy pool at the hospital. My caseload was spread across the hospital setting and several GP practices in the local area.

I started working as Senior Physiotherapist at Benenden Hospital in 2019 before progressing to Physiotherapy Lead in May 2020. I now manage a complex caseload of MSK and orthopaedic patients, working alongside a team of highly skilled Physiotherapists, Consultants, Nurses and Pharmacists. My role is to manage the daily running of the department and service development.

My clinical interests include:

Sports medicine
Shoulder injuries
Lower back pain
Chronic conditions

I provide the following physiotherapy treatments and services at Benenden Hospital:

Diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries
Rehab strategies for sporting injuries
Falls prevention and exercise rehabilitation
Preoperative rehabilitation
Postoperative rehabilitation
Education and management advice for chronic conditions

Physiotherapy gym at Benenden Hospital

Jordan talks about our physio gym, designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle for patients.

A smiling Chris Setterfield sitting comfortably in one of the patient waiting areas at Benenden Hospital.

Chris Setterfield’s knee replacement surgery

Chris had a total knee replacement in March 2023 under the care of our Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mr Kumar Reddy. In only five months, Chris has gone from suffering from severe knee pain to jumping up and down at a rock concert!

Walk for your health

Walking is simple, free and one of the easiest ways to become healthier and, since May is National Walking Month, it’s a great time to start. A brisk daily walk has a positive impact on the body, both physically and mentally, and counts towards your 150 minutes of weekly exercise recommended by the World Health Organisation.

Sporting injuries: symptoms, prevention and recovery

According to research by Podium Analytics, 40% of people questioned said they’ve sustained a sporting injury at some point in their life. Worryingly, a third of people who’ve suffered from an injury as a result of playing sport say they’re still affected by symptoms today.

Prepatellar bursitis: Causes and Treatment of ‘Housemaid's Knee’

Our knees bear the brunt of a significant amount of pressure and friction in our day-to-day lives. Just one of many complex, weight-bearing joints within our bodies, they are comprised of multiple structures which make them susceptible to a variety of different injuries.

Man swimming underwater in a swimming pool.

Don’t let your fitness take a dive: A guide To swimmer's back

When it comes to back pain, swimming is known to have many easing benefits, not least the low-impact weightless environment, relief of compassion on your nerves and an increase in blood circulation. It’s one of the most effective forms of cardiovascular exercise for all ages.

Underwater shot of male swimmer turning over in swimming pool.

A guide to swimmer's neck

Although swimming is a fantastic low-impact, joint-friendly exercise for all age groups and is a relatively injury-free sport, it can put repetitive demands on certain muscles, bones, ligaments or tendons, resulting in some common overuse injuries. These are often caused by poor technique, and although roughly 90 per cent of these swimming injuries are in the shoulders, your back and neck can suffer too.