Vigour Physiotherapy is led by Max Ankerstjerne, a musculoskeletal physiotherapist with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, results-driven care.

Max has worked as a Senior Physiotherapist at Jonathan Clark Physiotherapy, where he treated a wide range of conditions—from everyday injuries to more complex rehabilitation cases.

He is known for his thorough assessments and ability to create personalised treatment plans that deliver real results. Patients consistently highlight his clear explanations and genuine care.

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About us

Senior Physiotherapist Max Ankerstjerne performing taping for knee pain.

At Vigour Physiotherapy, we help people across Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities they enjoy, without pain holding them back.

We believe physiotherapy should go beyond short-term relief. Our focus is on restoring strength, confidence, and long-term physical health through expert assessment, hands-on treatment, and structured rehabilitation.

Senior Physiotherapist Max Ankerstjerne assessing a clients wrist.

WHY VIGOUR?

The name Vigour represents energy, strength, resilience, and vitality—qualities that are at the heart of effective physiotherapy.

OUR ROLE

Injury and pain often take these qualities away.
Our role is to help you regain them and restore your body’s natural resilience.

OUR GOAL

Whether you’re recovering from injury or managing pain, our goal is to restore your vigour, so you can move freely and live without limitations.

Our Values

CLEAR COMMUNICATION
Jargon-free explanations and collaborative guidance every step of the way.

CLINICAL EXCELLENCE

Evidence-based techniques delivered with the highest standards of care.

PERSONALISED CARE

Bespoke treatment plans tailored to your unique needs and recovery goals.

LONG-TERM RESULTS
Moving beyond temporary relief to ensure lasting strength and wellness.

STRENGHT FOCUS

Empowering your body to reach peak performance through resilience.

Senior Physiotherapist Max Ankerstjerne assessing the wrist and hand.

OUR APPROACH COMBINES:

• Detailed assessment and diagnosis

• Hands-on treatment techniques

• Strength and conditioning-based rehabilitation

• Education to support long-term results

I work closely with each patient to not only reduce pain, but to improve movement, build resilience, and restore full confidence in their body.

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OUR CLINIC -

150 Stewart Road

Our Bournemouth clinic at 150 Stewart Road has been recently set up to provide a high-quality, private physiotherapy environment within a calm and professional setting.

This home-based clinic allows us to offer:

• One-to-one, uninterrupted care

• A quiet, focused treatment environment

• Flexible appointment availability

• A more personal and tailored experience

The space has been designed to support both hands-on treatment and exercise-based rehabilitation, ensuring you receive everything you need for a complete recovery in one place.

We combine the professionalism of a clinical setting with the comfort of a private environment—giving you the best of both.

Vigour Physiotherapy clinic treatment bed.

Vigour Physiotherapy clinic clients chair.

Vigour Physiotherapy clinic mirror and shelf.