Life Stories

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...

Having started out as a professional footballer, Derek started his career in physio working in the Miners rehabilitation centre in the North East. He then took his first role in football at Fulham FC, even playing for the reserves occasionally. Derek was offered the chance to move back North by Jack Charlton and has been Head Physiotherapist at Newcastle United for an incredible 38 years! Derek ha...

John Hartley joined Derby County as Head Physiotherapist in December 2020. Hartley joined the Rams after almost nine years at Aston Villa. Hartley joined Villa in February 2012 from Warrington Wolves rugby league team and had been their first team physio from August 2017 until his departure to join Derby.

Matt has extensive experience at the highest level of Mens’ Professional Football. Previous roles include Head of Physiotherapy at Liverpool, Rangers and Barnsley FC and Mens’ Team Physiotherapist at the FA. Specialising in lower limb rehabilitation, Matt is passionate about human movement and it’s impact on injury and performance. His vision is to create an optimal team culture at R4P for staff a...

Dr Emma Rowbotham trained at St Andrews University between 1996 and 2000 and obtained a 1st class degree in Medical Science before moving to Emmanuel College, Cambridge University where she graduated in 2002. She then completed junior surgical rotations between Cambridge, Durham, Edinburgh and Leeds and obtained FRCS membership in 2005 and entered Radiology training at the Leeds Academy in 1996. F...

Sarah is currently a clinical specialist Occupational Therapist in Group Rehabilitation at the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton. The service offers work focused rehabilitation, functional capacity assessments and workplace assessments to musculoskeletal patients. In 2016 Sarah established an agreement to offer these services to a large local employer in order to generate additional income...

Wayne's journey is a fascinating one, spanning three continents. He finished his career in the NBA as Director of player care at the San Antonio Spurs. Before this, he spent three seasons in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins as the sports performance director. Prior to joining Miami, he was the head of medical services for Tottenham Hotspur Football Club from 2007 to 2015. He also spent four years w...