Dr. Chris Needs

Chris Needs is a British physiotherapist with training from the University of Edinburgh (BSc Applied Sports Science, 2016) and the University of Southampton (MSc Physiotherapy, 2019). He combines his formal qualifications with hands-on experience gained across the UK National Health Service, private practice, and work with competitive athletes, bringing a broad perspective to patient care.

Chris treats acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions affecting the upper and lower limbs, as well as pre- and post-operative orthopaedic rehabilitation. His approach blends manual therapy, exercise prescription, and supplemental techniques including shockwave therapy, dry needling, and soft tissue work. He emphasizes a data-driven method to rehabilitation, using measurable feedback to build collaborative recovery plans tailored to each patient's needs.

He believes strongly in empowering patients to manage their own condition while working together to achieve their goals. His foundation in sports science and strength and conditioning informs his personalized exercise programmes, making him a good fit for anyone recovering from injury, preparing for surgery, or managing ongoing musculoskeletal pain.