Steven Flett
Senior Chartered Physiotherapist | Shoulder Rehabilitation & Shockwave Therapy
Steven graduated from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh in 2016 with a BSc in Physiotherapy. He has since developed extensive experience across the NHS, private practice, and university-level sport, including work with Edinburgh University Football.
He now practises in PhysioCare’s clinics in Castleknock and Lucan, managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a particular focus on complex shoulder rehabilitation.
Specialist Shoulder Expertise
Steven has a specialist clinical interest in:
- Rotator cuff–related shoulder pain
- Post-operative shoulder rehabilitation
- Shoulder instability and recurrent dislocation
- Persistent or unresolved shoulder symptoms
He takes a structured and precise approach to assessment, identifying the true driver of pain before implementing progressive, evidence-informed rehabilitation. His treatment philosophy combines detailed clinical reasoning, targeted manual therapy where appropriate, and structured strength and tendon-loading programmes designed to achieve lasting recovery.
Advanced Rehabilitation & Shockwave Therapy
Steven is trained in:
- Dry needling
- Shockwave therapy
- Custom orthotic prescription
He has a particular interest in the role of shockwave therapy in managing chronic tendon pathology and is involved in advancing and leading the development of shockwave therapy services within the clinic. His approach integrates shockwave appropriately within a broader rehabilitation framework, ensuring treatment is guided by evidence and individual presentation.
Advanced Practice & Teaching
Alongside his clinical work, Steven is a Lecturer on the Master’s Programme at Portobello Institute, teaching advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapy to postgraduate clinicians. His academic involvement ensures his practice remains aligned with contemporary research and evolving rehabilitation strategies.
Outside the clinic, Steven enjoys football, tennis and hiking, and understands the importance of returning patients confidently to the activities that matter most to them.
