Neil Fitzhenry
HEAD PHYSIO, MSK PHYSIO
Neil Fitzhenry is a former professional footballer who played for Wigan Athletic and Chester City in England, and Finn Harps in Ireland. His passion for physiotherapy was ignited when an injury forced him to retire from football.
Neil is dedicated to helping people return to peak physical condition after injury. After his own career-ending injury, he channeled this passion into a successful career in physiotherapy. He has served as Senior Physiotherapist for several Premier League football teams, including Wigan Athletic, Blackburn Rovers, Cardiff City, and Huddersfield Town. He has also worked with Northampton Saints Rugby Union, contributing to their LV Cup victory and Heineken Cup Final appearance.
Neil holds a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and a specialist Postgraduate Diploma in Football Rehabilitation from Edge Hill University in Lancashire. His roles have included First Team Physiotherapist for Premier League and Championship clubs, and most recently, Head of Performance Medicine at Cirque du Soleil, where he managed all aspects of physiotherapy provision, injury prevention and care for over 50 elite performers.
Neil is highly skilled in treating lower and upper limb injuries. He emphasizes targeted exercise prescription and has advanced training in spinal manipulation, knee and shoulder injuries, core stability, and tendinopathy treatment. He is also qualified in dry needling.
First Team Physiotherapist, Blackburn, Cardiff City, and Huddersfield Town
First Team Physiotherapist, Northampton Saints Rugby (Heineken Cup Final)
Head of Performance Medicine, Cirque du Soleil
Senior Physiotherapist in Qatar, main therapist for several members of the ruling family
Contact Neil at neilfitzhenry@thephysiolab.fit.
Joao Siquiera, Teeterboard Artist (Corteo), Cirque Du Soleil
“Neil helped me while recovering from a serious ankle injury. He demonstrated a deep understanding of my condition and developed a treatment plan that addressed my specific needs. His knowledge is extraordinary! Thanks to Neil, I am now fully recovered and able to return to my regular activities with confidence.”
John Coyne, Director of Football, Altrincham FC
“As an avid athlete, I’ve had my fair share of sports injuries, and Neil’s expertise has been crucial in my recovery every time. Thanks to him, I’ve been able to return to my sport stronger and more resilient than ever. Neil’s exceptional skills and compassionate approach make him the best physiotherapist I have ever worked with.”
Annie Lee, Former Professional Choreographer & Dancer