Welcome to The Football Physio, your ultimate resource for all things related to injury management, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement, in the world of football.
As dedicated professionals in the field, we are passionate about providing football players, coaches, and enthusiasts with valuable insights and practical advice to help them excel on and off the pitch.
At The Football Physio, we understand the unique challenges and demands faced by football players at all levels, from grassroots to professional leagues. Our aim is to empower players with knowledge and techniques to manage injuries, recover effectively, and optimise their performance. We firmly believe that with the right guidance and support, every footballer can reach their full potential and stay at the top of their game
Please check out our website and various social media pages where we share valuable content, addressing various injuries, conditions, rehabilitation strategies, performance enhancement techniques, and more. We’re here to support you on your football journey and ensure you stay fit, healthy, and at the top of your game.
Meet the Team
Chris Hattersley
Physio
Chris is an experienced football physio, who has a background of also previously working as a sport scientist / strength & conditioning coach in professional football.
He has an MSc in Physiotherapy, an MSc in Strength & Conditioning and a BSc in Sport Science. As well as this, he holds the FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine and the FA Advanced Trauma & Medical Managment in Football (ATMMiF) qualification. He is also an accredited strength and conditioning coach with the UKSCA and NSCA.
Ash Fickling
Physio
Ash is a specialist musculoskeletal physio with a wealth of experience working in elite football and private practice.
After a successful playing career at clubs including Sheffield United, Grimsby Town and Scunthorpe United, Ash then qualified as a physiotherapist in 2006. Since then he worked as a physio in professional football for 17 years while also building up his own private clinic.
