Physiotherapy in Darley Abbey – Sports Injury & Massage Clinic Near Derby
Impact Physio provides physiotherapy for the Darley Abbey community from our Derby clinics at Kedleston Road and Pride Park. Just a few minutes away, we offer trusted care for sports injuries, joint pain, and general physiotherapy needs, with personalised treatment that fits your goals.
From back and neck pain to post-injury rehab, our team supports people of all ages in staying active, recovering well, and moving better — with options for massage, acupuncture, and tailored exercise classes too.
The closest Physio Clinic to Darley Abbey is Pride Park
Physio Clinics near Darley Abbey:
Darley Abbey is a peaceful and well-connected part of Derby, known for its riverside walks, historic mill buildings, and active local community. It’s a popular area for runners, cyclists, and families — and being just a short drive from our Kedleston Road and Pride Park clinics, it’s easy to access physiotherapy from our experienced team when you need it.
Our team of HCPC-registered physiotherapists treats a wide range of conditions including back pain, neck tension, hip and knee issues, sports injuries, and post-surgical rehab. We offer hands-on treatment such as manual therapy, acupuncture, soft tissue techniques, exercise-based rehabilitation, and hand therapy, all tailored to your needs.
To support long-term movement and wellbeing, we also offer a range of classes including Pilates, Yoga, and Tai Chi. These are run by qualified instructors and take place at our Long Eaton clinic, just a short journey from Darley Abbey. Many of our patients continue their recovery or maintain progress through these small, supportive group sessions.
Darley Abbey is also home to some of Derby’s most scenic running routes and local clubs, including Derwent Runners, with regular training along the River Derwent and through Darley Park. It’s an ideal place to stay active — and we’re here to help you do just that, with services including massage therapy, functional movement screening, and personalised rehabilitation plans.
With over two decades of experience, flexible appointments, and a patient-first approach, Impact Physio is proud to support the Darley Abbey community with professional, friendly care close to home.
Our physio clinics serve the following areas around Derby and Nottingham:
Our clinics
We also offer Home Visits
Long Eaton
17 min drive from Darley AbbeyOur Long Eaton clinic is our main hub, we offer individual physio appointments and classes in our Pilates studio.
Opening timesMon-Fri: 8am – 8.30pm
Sat: 10am – 1pm
Pride Park, Derby
8 min drive from Darley AbbeyOur Pride Park clinic is inside the iconic Derby Arena. Especially convenient for businesses on Pride Park.
Opening timesMon: 10am – 4pm
Tue: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Wed: 5pm – 7pm
Thu: 8am – 12pm
Fri: 7am – 4:30pm
Kedleston Road, Derby
3 min drive from Darley AbbeyIdeally situated in the Human Performance Unit (HPU), you can benefit from the gym and indoor running track
Opening timesMon: 8am – 6.30pm
Tue: 7:30am – 3.30pm
Wed: 8am – 4pm
Thu: 8am – 8pm
Fri: 1pm – 4pm
Our Services
What we offer
Classes
Reviews from our patients
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Although my problem was quite complex IE:pins and needles in my thigh, Fiona and the team found the root of the problem and treated it accordingly .thank you Fiona and team .
I Initially had face to face physiotherapy after a GP referral at Park farm medical centre with Jo, I was very pleased with the treatment I received from Jo, things slowly started to improve for me. However the situation changed due to the COVID-19 government guidelines restricting face to face contact.
I then received ‘Zoom’ consultations with Louise Leeming, I have to say these consultations worked very well. Louise was able to assess my problems over Zoom and offer excellent advice and treatment plans for me. I felt this was very person centred. I love the exercise plans that Louise emailed to me, I am able to refer back to the plan to make sure I’m doing the exercises correctly. I feel moving forward Zoom would be an efficient and effective way of assessment and treatment of patients, in between those face to face contacts. Thank you Louise and Jo for providing excellent knowledge, care and treatment.
I was referred by my GP and Sally was my ‘ appointed person’. She quickly diagnosed my problem and gave me some exercises to alleviate my pain. I am very happy to say that I have had a massive improvement in my mobility.
Safety measures due to the Covid situation were in place.
I have no hesitation in reccomending this clinic.
Thank you Sally.
Excellent service and treatment, friendly reception staff, easy booking process. Physio treatment was top class, got me back on my feet and moving properly in no time!
I was very happy with my sessions with Steven Palmer, he is very professional and treated me with dignity, consideration and confidentiality. Steven was thorough with his assessment of my problem and gave me a number of appropriate exercises to alleviate my problem. Steven also advised how I could make the exercises more challenging when I was ready to do so. Thank you Steven.
I attended the practice to receive treatment for a shoulder issue. Chris was very knowledgeable, providing excellent detailed exercise sheets and undertaking small, helpful manipulations in the shoulder. I would have no hesitation in returning to this practice should the need arise.
Meet Our Team
Rachel Royer
Physiotherapist & Owner of Impact PhysioBased at Long EatonRachel set up Impact in 2000 and has loved 25 years of working within a great team.
As well as her commitments with Impact Physio, Rachel works with the Sport Rehabilitation & Physiotherapy undergraduates at The University of Nottingham as an Assistant Professor.
We’re delighted to offer opportunities for these students from Nottingham as well as The University of Derby Sports Therapy students who support us every year at our local events, the Robin Hood Half Marathon and the Derby 10k raising funds for local charities and good causes.
Rachel Royer
Physiotherapist & Owner of Impact Physio
Sally Moore
PhysiotherapistBased at Long EatonSally specialises in musculoskeletal problems and has experience working in a variety of physio environments including the NHS, at GP practices and now as a private physio. She has a particular interest in sports injuries.Sally has a degree in Sport’s Studies (1985) and in 1996 graduated from Bradford University as a Physiotherapist. Her experience has taken her to York, Germany, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
She has a particular interest in sports injuries associated with badminton, tennis and skiing, in which she is a keen participant herself.
“I feel physiotherapy plays a vital role in enabling the client to recover and prevent pain and injuries. Each person and condition requires individual specialised treatment, which can include a variety of skills and applications. This may include movement rehabilitation, soft tissue mobilisations, advice or acupuncture.”
Sally Moore
Physiotherapist
Jo Keegan
Lead Physiotherapist at The University of Derby & First Contact PractitionerBased at Kedleston RoadJo Keegan joined us from Loughborough Sport to take over the lead role at The University of Derby.
She brings a wealth of experience working with elite athletes and teams, and combines the role of lead with Team Derby with treating weekend warriors and less active members of the public too.
Jo is also working as one of our FCP’s – First Contact Practitioner’s within the Erewash PCN (Primary Care Network) using her experience in triaging alongside the GP’s to ensure you receive the best care needed to manage any musculo-skeletal issues you may be experiencing.
Jo Keegan
Lead Physiotherapist at The University of Derby & First Contact Practitioner
Chris Davenport
Physiotherapist, First Contact Practitioner & Tai Chi InstructorBased at Long EatonChris has been part of our team since 2010. He has a holistic approach to patient centred care and an interest in lifestyle medicine.
His clinical role includes working as a Musculoskeletal First Contact Practitioner within the Erewash Health Primary Care Hub.He is a Tai Chi, Qigong and Yoga teacher, also a certified Barefoot Movement Coach. Chris is trained in a variety of rehabilitation and manual therapies, also providing some complementary therapies to support wellbeing, including Reflexology, CranioSacral Therapy and Indian Head Massage.
In his spare time, he also enjoys stand-up paddle boarding, trail running and open water swimming.
“I like to understand the mechanisms which prevent an injury from recovering and use a variety of treatment techniques to correct any contributing factors, whilst targeting the source of the pain.”
Chris Davenport
Physiotherapist, First Contact Practitioner & Tai Chi Instructor
Alan Beers
Physiotherapist & First Contact PractitionerBased at Long Eaton, Pride ParkAlan is based at both our Long Eaton and Derby Arena clinics and also part of our FCP team, based at Littlewick Medical Centre.
After qualifying as a chartered physiotherapist in 1999 Alan spent the best part of 15 years in the NHS covering a variety of specialities before settling into out-patient work in GP practices in Leicester. He spent over 10 years in the GP physio team, becoming Clinical Team Lead before relocating to Derby and to private practice.
In recent years Alan has worked in Occupational Health teams around the East Midlands focussing on keeping staff fit and working, or assisting them to return to work as soon as possible. He has a side-interest in performing arts medicine. Alan now works with us full-time at Impact, part of our FCP team and in clinic.
Alan Beers
Physiotherapist & First Contact Practitioner
Fiona Hunter
Physiotherapist & Pilates InstructorBased at Long EatonBased in Long Eaton & Pride Park offering physio and Pilates, Fiona is also currently studying a masters degree at Keele. Fiona also offers acupuncture for pain relief as part of her treatment.
Fiona qualified from Newcastle upon Tyne School of Physiotherapy in 1983 and then worked in Australia specialising in sports injuries and back and neck problems.
She worked at the Nottingham City Hospital as a senior before heading into private practice and joining Impact Physio in 2007.
Fiona is also a qualified Pilates Instructor at Pilates Body and performs acupuncture for pain relief.
“I enjoy updating my skills and relish a challenge”
Fiona Hunter
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Julie Lee
Physiotherapist & First Contact PractitionerBased at Kedleston Road, Pride ParkSpecial interest in all things sport and rehabilitation. Passionate about getting people to enjoy being active.Julie graduated in 2016 from University of Pretoria in South Africa. She ran a private practice working with school sports, club teams and outpatients. Julie relocated to the UK six months ago and has recently joined our team.
Based at our Kedleston Road (University of Derby Sports Centre) and Derby Arena clinics , Julie complements our MSK team with a high level of sports interest and a focus on hip and lower back injuries.
Julie has a background in professional squash, played on PSA circuit out of school and rowed in the South African National squad.
“Inspired by the recent Lionesses performances in a personal capacity I play football for Ashbourne ladies as well as run, cycle and strength train regularly”
Julie Lee
Physiotherapist & First Contact Practitioner
Gregor Kelling
PhysiotherapistBased at Kedleston Road, Long EatonGregor graduated from the University of Nottingham with a BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy and specialises in MSK injuries and conditions.
Gregor comes from a background of competing internationally in Triathlon and applies his knowledge of elite sports with relevant patients. Since graduating, as well as working in the NHS Gregor has worked in a wide variety of sporting environments including premier league hockey and supporting international ultra-marathons with swimming clubs.
Alongside working Gregor is also completing a master’s degree in advanced clinical practice MSK management, which is widening his knowledge of assessment and treatment methods.
Gregor Kelling
Physiotherapist
Krishna Owen
PhysiotherapistBased at Long EatonKrishna is an experienced musculoskeletal physiotherapist who specialises in helping people overcome pain, recover from injury, and return to the activities they love. With a strong background in private practice and sports injury rehabilitation, he takes a personalised, evidence-based approach to treatment.He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine from the University of Nottingham and has additional training in Pilates and Olympic weightlifting. Krishna’s approach blends hands-on therapy with progressive exercise rehab to restore strength, confidence, and long-term results.His areas of interest include sports injuries, tendon and joint pain, post-operative rehab, and active recovery for runners and gym-goers.Outside of work, Krishna enjoys trail running, strength training, and exploring the outdoors.Krishna Owen
Physiotherapist
Jenny Horrigan
Pelvic Health Specialist PhysiotherapistBased atImproving the quality of life and self-management of pelvic health problems is of paramount importance to me. I know the impact pelvic health problems can have on your overall well being, so there’s no greater satisfaction when I’m able to share my knowledge and experiences to help you take back control.
With over 16 years of experience in this specialist field, I am able to treat a large range of pelvic health conditions. My specialist interests lie within chronic pelvic pain and lower bowel dysfunction. I also work for the NHS for Leicester Pelvic floor Service, a specialist functional bowel clinic, and teach fellow Physiotherapists Nationally on the POGP lower bowel dysfunction course.
Since graduating from the University of Keele (2003) with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy, I attained a Post Graduate Certificate in ‘Continence for Physiotherapists’ from the University of Bradford (2011). More recently, in 2025, I attained an Internship with University of Lincoln completing a research project relating to bowel incontinence management.
Jenny Horrigan
Pelvic Health Specialist Physiotherapist
Sheridan Harries
Physiotherapist & Pilates InstructorBased at Long EatonSheridan qualified in 2007 and completed Junior Rotations at Royal Derby Hospital including Trauma and Orthopaedics, Elderly Medicine. Stroke and Outpatient Physio.
It was after completion of the MSK (Musculoskeletal) Outpatient rotation that she knew this was her passion and has worked within the NHS ever since progressing to her current Enhanced Physiotherapy Practitioner in MSK Triage and also working in FCP (First Contact Practitioner) in local GP surgeries.
She has completed several post graduate qualifications including Masters modules in Radiology and Advanced Clinical Practice and FCP qualifications.
Sheridan also teaches Pilates and is APPI trained.
She has been a very sporty person all her life, she currently plays club level hockey and has completed the London Marathon and also several triathlons.
Sheridan Harries
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Pete Gray
Physiotherapist & Pilates InstructorBased at Home VisitsPete is a physio with over 20 years experience, he has spent most of his career working in a musculoskeletal setting for the NHS.
Pete has also worked in a variety of sports settings. He worked with us originally setting up our service at the University of Derby.
He then moved to The University of Nottingham working with our colleagues at the Sports Injury Clinic for a few years. Pete has also worked in Occupational Health and recently finished working as a First Contact Physiotherapist in a GP practice.
Currently Pete’s main role is in a Chronic Pain Team, working with people with long term and often very debilitating pain, as well as assessing patients referred to the Spinal Interface Service. Pete has recently rejoined our team to offer a clinic on a Monday night in Long Eaton, Home Visits in the Nottingham area and is part of our Pilates team.
In his spare time, he is a grassroots football coach (with his son’s team), and if he’s not ferrying his kids around to various sporting activities, he will be out running with his running group (or the dog).
Pete Gray
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
Helen Tunstall
Hand PhysiotherapistBased at Long EatonI have a specialist interest in hand therapy and am aware of the importance that being able to use our hands independently has on our level of function.
I qualified with a BSC Hons in Physiotherapy from The University of Birmingham in 1996. I have worked in the NHS since then, initially at QMC in Nottingham.
After completing the core rotations at QMC I then worked as a locum at various locations for 2 years before starting as a rotational MSK physiotherapist at LRI in Leicester in 2002. I have worked in the MSK outpatients department at LRI for 2 years and then specialised in hands, burns and plastics in 2004.
I am still based at LRI as a clinical specialist in hands, burns and plastics. I am qualified to use acupuncture and have also completed many courses in hand therapy. I am keen to use my specialist knowledge in upper limb pathologies to provide a valuable service. Due to the links with plastic surgery I am also interested in post op care for those following breast reconstruction after a mastectomy and also in care and rehab following neck dissection for head and neck cancer.
Helen Tunstall
Hand Physiotherapist
George Crouchley
PhysiotherapistBased at Kedleston RoadGeorge comes from a background of competing internationally in Rowing. He has a keen interest in endurance based activities and uses this knowledge in relevant patient groups.
George graduated from the University of Nottingham with a BSc (hons) in Physiotherapy. Since graduating George has worked mainly in the NHS in a range of settings. This has given him experience with providing excellent care to patients with upper limb and spinal, lower limb, rheumatological and post operative problems.
George is a keen advocate for always utilising a holisitic approach to treatment and patient experience.George is passionate about helping people get increasingly active and working collaboratively with patients of all levels in order to achieve their personal goals.
George Crouchley
Physiotherapist
Sara Bostock
Sports Massage TherapistBased at Long Eaton, Pride ParkSara graduated from Brunel University in 2007 with a BSc in Sports Technology, she moved to Loughborough and completed a MSc in Sports Biomechanics in 2009.
She has since qualified in Sports and Remedial Massage Therapy level 5 and is a full member of the Institute of Sports and Remedial Massage, ISRM.
Sara Bostock
Sports Massage Therapist
Toby Strawson
Graduate Sport Rehabilitator & Sports Massage TherapistBased at Long EatonToby graduated from the University of Nottingham with a 1st class BSc (Hons) in Sport Rehabilitation and MSc in Sport and Exercise Medicine . He joins the clinic as a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator and Sport Massage Therapist, with a strong interest in injury rehabilitation and athletic performance.
His degree included training in soft tissue therapy, allowing him to practice at and beyond the level of a Level 4 Massage Therapist through his BASRaT registration. Toby also offers 1:1 strength and conditioning sessions at our long Eaton clinic.
He has worked with the Nottingham Panthers’ medical team as well as the University of Nottingham Rugby Union and Hockey teams.
With a sporting background in Football and Futsal and having ran the Robin Hood Half Marathon, Toby brings his personal insight into injury management taking a person first approach to his practice.
Toby Strawson
Graduate Sport Rehabilitator & Sports Massage Therapist
Rachel Yerburgh
PhysiotherapistBased at Home Visits, Long EatonRachel offers visits to the home for those who are unable to attend our clinics and also is based part-time at our Long Eaton site.
Rachel graduated from Cardiff University in 2000. Since qualifying she has worked within both the NHS and private sector to treat musculoskeletal conditions, this has allowed her to gain a wealth of experience when treating people with a variety of conditions. She currently works treating musculoskeletal conditions in an out patient setting and rehabilitating people post injury / post operatively both immediately in a ward setting and in an out patient rehabilitation gym.
In recent months she has taken these skills and is able to offer home base domiciliary treatment for those people that would prefer treatment in the comfort of their own home.
Rachel Yerburgh
Physiotherapist
Maya Wigley
Physiotherapist & Strength & Conditioning InstructorBased at Long EatonA Chartered, HCPC-registered Physiotherapist, Maya has worked as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist since 2019 and enjoys supporting a wide range of clients. Her approach is always tailored to the individual, whether the goal is living with less pain, managing a chronic condition, improving day-to-day function, enhancing fitness, changing lifestyle habits, or returning to high-level sport.
Patients regularly describe Maya as thorough, kind and highly skilled. She creates personalised rehabilitation plans designed to deliver long-term benefit, with a focus on restoring pain-free function, preventing injury and supporting the management of persistent conditions. Treatment may combine manual therapy, medical acupuncture and massage to help reduce pain in the short term, alongside exercise therapy to build lasting strength and resilience. As a Level 2 qualified fitness instructor, she brings an added layer of confidence and clarity to exercise prescription and progression.
Maya teaches physiotherapy-led Pilates using the APPI method. These exercises are excellent for improving core strength, flexibility and body awareness, and are particularly valuable in the early stages of rehabilitation, helping to lay a strong foundation that supports pain reduction, improved function and protection from re-injury.
While Maya is confident managing a wide range of presentations, she has a particular passion for pelvic health, post-trauma rehabilitation, tendinopathy management, supporting post-surgical patients back to full function, and guiding sportspeople safely back to performance. She also offers Strength and Conditioning classes, providing a different training approach with the same aim: helping people achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.
Outside of clinic, Maya enjoys playing field hockey for a local club, strength training in the gym, and spending time with friends and family. She also loves travelling, cooking and fashion. With Maya, you’re in experienced hands and can expect a holistic, tailored approach to physiotherapy care.
Maya Wigley
Physiotherapist & Strength & Conditioning Instructor
Mariangela Spanedda
Yoga InstructorBased at Long EatonMariangela is a qualified Hatha Yoga instructor with a 15-year teaching experience.
Mariangela practiced initially in Italy as an Iyengar Yoga instructor, highlighting her attention to alignment and precision during the practice. She came over to England and joined our team 6 years ago.
Mariangela has always thought that Yoga shouldn’t be only for an “elite”, but it should be integrated in everyone’s everyday life. Therefore, she worked for 15 years to bring Yoga in schools (from nursery to high school) and to seniors, making sure that the practice was fit for each person and adapted to everyone’s needs. In her years of teaching, she has learned to help people overcoming physical issues (backache, joint pains etc.) and the symptoms of anxiety and depression.
She also worked on the athletic training of junior and master swim team for UISP (Italian Sport Union) in Orvieto.
“I believe that a strong bond between teacher and pupils is the foundation of a successful class, so I’m always eager to establish a connection with my students.”
Mariangela Spanedda
Yoga Instructor
Danni Pennacchia
Physiotherapist & Pilates InstructorBased at Long EatonDanni is an experienced physiotherapist in musculoskeletal physiotherapy with experience in treating spinal pain, arthritis and rheumatological complaints, chronic pain, hand injuries, women’s health, sports injuries and post-operative rehabilitation.
She has worked both in the private sector and in the NHS and is confident in working with specialist consultants, General Practitioners and other health professionals.
She has completed her Masters degree in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and her MACP (Musculoskeletal Association Chartered Physiotherapists) registration.
Pilates
Danni offers Pilates mat work classes at Long Eaton. She combines a masters qualification in Physio with special interest in pain management with Pilates exercise for those who prefer not to use the large Pilates equipment.
“For patients under my care, I have a sensitive approach to your needs but will set realistic goals in conjunction with your aims of physiotherapy to achieve the best results possible.”
Danni Pennacchia
Physiotherapist & Pilates Instructor
