John Gravenall is the Founder & Director of The Hip Specialist and a PhD-level rehabilitation specialist who focuses exclusively on hip and groin pain. He has over 25 years’ experience spanning trauma care, NHS collaboration, elite sport, and private practice, and is known for managing complex and long-standing cases where standard approaches have failed.
No. A scan is not required before your appointment. A detailed clinical assessment is far more valuable in understanding the true cause of hip or groin pain. If you already have imaging (such as MRI, X-ray, or ultrasound), it can be reviewed before or during your consultation and used to support, the clinical findings.
Absolutely. Virtual consultations provide convenient access to specialist expertise, in-depth movement assessment, and fully personalised rehabilitation programmes, without the need to travel. When delivered using The Bridge Method™, virtual care remains structured, progressive, and outcome-focused, allowing for safe progression, regular review, and long-term results.
Recovery timelines vary depending on the nature of the condition, how long symptoms have been present, and individual goals. Rather than offering quick fixes, the focus is on sustainable, long-term improvement, addressing underlying causes, restoring strength and control, and reducing the risk of recurrence. Clear milestones are set and progress is reviewed regularly throughout rehabilitation.
