Life Stories

David is a Chartered Physiotherapist with clinical experience in the NHS, MoD and professional sport. He continues to work clinically alongside his development role in Rehab Guru. David is passionate about Health tech to transform outcomes for patients

From starting out studying physiotherapy at Southampton University, John has gone on to work as Head of Medical some of the biggest rugby institutions such as Cardiff Blues, Scarlets, and London Broncos. It has lead him to his current role as National Squad Physiotherapist and Community Game Medical Manager at Welsh Rugby Union. We discussed what traits he looks for when recruiting to the medical...

Yehuda Shinar is a graphologist, life coach, and the owner and CEO of the Shinar Institute, established in Israel in 1976. The institute's expertise is in analysing and evaluating job candidates for managerial positions throughout the world. In 1996, Shinar established Winning Enterprises Ltd after studying and investigating how some people seem to achieve a lot in their lives and others do not, e...

Phin Robinson founded Pure Physiotherapy in 2006 and now leads a team of over 200 physios working across the UK, partnering with NHS and independent organisations in the delivery of MSK physiotherapy and pain services. He has been involved in the delivery of FCP for over 7 years and also works with Health Education England as an ambassador for the ARRS roles within primary care. He has a passion f...

Richard is a Master’s level Chartered Physiotherapist with over 20 years clinical experience. His journey has seen him work in the NHS, private practice and predominantly elite sport in the UK and North America. He has worked at Crystal Palace FC, Brentford FC, Watford FC, Wigan Athletic FC, Montreal Impact FC, Scottish Men’s National Team and he is currently the Head of Medical Services at West H...

David is a successful and experienced chartered physiotherapist with clinical, consultation, pitch side and research experience in diverse settings. He has significant sports medicine practice with high-performance culture, professional athlete and non-athlete populations using evidence-based methods, accompanied by strong international research ties in industry and academia. He has worked with Is...

Dr Carl Todd is a registered osteopath, lecturer, published author and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. Carl has a PhD in orthopaedics and clinical science, Masters degree in sport injury medicine and an Honours degree in osteopathy. Carl’s professional memberships include the General Osteopathic Council, Institute of Osteopathy, Osteopathic Sports Care Association, British Associ...

Rod was soft tissue therapist between 2000 and 2019. He told me about his experiences under legendary manager, Sir Alex Ferguson and the great players and team of that era. He also worked under subsequent managers; David Moyes, Louis Van Gaal and Jose Mourinho. Rod was asked to join the England team in 2001 and worked here with the 'golden generation' until 2014.

Marwan is a Sport and Exercise Medicine Physician specialised in tendon problems, musculoskeletal ultrasound and interventional therapy. He qualified from the University of Manchester Medical School and went on to gain a Diploma in Sport and Exercise Medicine at the University of Bath. He has worked in elite sport since 2007 in the Rugby League Super League, Premiership Rugby Union, Premiership Fo...

Tracy has extensive experience within sports physiotherapy, having worked with Hearts, Scottish Rugby, Edinburgh Rugby and now in her current roles with W Series (Women's Formula 1) and as head of Performance Physiotherapy at The University of Edinburgh.

After studying Physiotherapy at Southampton University, John has over 20 years of clinical experience working in the NHS, private practice, professional sports and global industry. John continues to work with some of the world’s most elite sports teams and sporting individuals, currently with Red Bull Racing.

Rick is a vastly experienced Physiotherapist, who has specialised in both sports and soft tissue injuries and workplace health. Rick has 10 years of experience working in the premier league at West Bromwich Albion, Chelsea and Manchester United and has worked for all 3 local football clubs; Crewe Alexandra, Stoke City and Port Vale over the past 25 years.

Tony has forged a career in sports performance and become one of the country’s leading experts on neuroscience and how it relates to sport. After four years as a player at Manchester City, having been forced to retire early from professional football due to injury, Tony trained as a Chartered Physiotherapist working at Manchester City and Blackburn. He became head of performance management at Blac...

Doug has worked part time in sport and private practice since graduating in 1999 starting at Bristol Rugby then London Scottish until moving to a full time position at Sale Sale Sharks in 2006. He worked at the Sharks for 4 seasons progressing to head Physio and then in 2010 became the head of Medicine at London Wasps and worked there for three seasons until being offered a full time role to tour...

Dr Lee Herrington is a physiotherapist, researcher and lecturer in sports injury rehabilitation. He is a lower limb rehabilitation specialist with over 20 years of experience working with professional and Olympic sports athletes providing assessment, treatment of injury and rehabilitation solutions.  He is the Senior Lecturer in sports injury rehabilitation at the University of Salford, the A...

Phil Burt is a world renowned cycling health and performance innovator. An experienced physiotherapist and bike fitter, Burt has spent 12 years as the Head of Physiotherapy at British Cycling, as well as 5 years as Consultant Physiotherapist at Team Sky. Phil is the author of “Bike Fit” by Bloomsbury Sport ; a best selling sports book. He is contributing Author to “Sports Medicine” – Brukner &...

David initially began his career as a physical education teacher post completion of his sports science degree. Alongside this role he worked within semi-professional environments as a sports scientist. Pre-enrolment on his Sports Therapy MSc programme he obtained his first role within elite football, moving away from physical education. After a few years as a practitioner in elite performance he m...

Angela Jackson is a Chartered Physiotherapist who has spent the last 34 years seeking to understand why some young athletes get injured, yet others don’t. As a youngster, Angela played every sport going and excelled in tennis and hockey before developing a series of knee injuries that halted her sporting dreams. Did she play more sport than her peers? Maybe, but she recognised that could not have...

Dr Daniel Brook is a Consultant in Sport, Exercise & Musculoskeletal Medicine. His specialist interests are in tendinopathy, concussion, ultrasound-guided injections, rugby medicine and hockey medicine. His sporting interests are in rugby and hockey. He currently works as lead doctor for Ealing Trailfinders RFC, lead doctor for England men rugby U20s, Chief Medical Officer for British Skeleton...

Amanda Johnson has worked as a physiotherapist in several sports at a high level including Great Britain Aquatic teams particularly swimming, synchro swimming and 10 years with the GB diving team. She has also traveled with the England Athletics Team to international camps and competitions. Mandy served for 5 years as the England Women’s Football team physio and as a senior lecturer for the Footba...

Dr Philip Batty has been involved in elite sports medicine for over 25 years. He worked as the Deputy Club Doctor at Manchester United between 1996 and 1999 combined with positions at the English Institute of Sport and Sedbergh School caring for a range of athletes, both professional and recreational, of all ages and ability. Dr Batty became Head of Sports Medicine at Manchester City Football Club...

After graduating from Sheffield Hallam University with a First Class BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy in 2006, Steve practiced within NHS & Occupational Health settings as a practitioner, team leader, clinical supervisor and delivered accelerated MSK physiotherapy mentorships. Steve worked in elite sport representing the Newcastle Falcons Rugby CLub 1st Team managing players in...

Andrew is a general practitione r and additionally works as a Sports and Exercise Medicine doctor for the European Tour Golf, the Scottish Rugby Union, and Heart of Midlothian FC. His professional interests include sports medicine and physical activity for health. Murray was appointed as the Scottish Government's Physical Activity Champion in February 2012 to work for Scotland's Chief Medical Offi...

Paul was a professional footballer and was on Manchester Cit'y's Academy books. After suffering an ACL injury forcing him out for 23 months, Paul decided to study physiotherapy and qualified as a chartered physiotherapist from Liverpool University in 1996. After spending two years in the NHS at Salford Royal hospital moved to become head physio at Blackpool FC. After three successful seasons with...

After studying Mechanical Engineering and then Sports Rehabilitation, Julie had her first experience in sport at Leicester City FC. After 3 years there, she embarked on a 11-year career with Leicester Tigers which progressed from massage therapist to head of medical services before she left the club to drive and develop her private practice, Function Jigsaw. Since then, she has had...