belfast sports and spinal

THE TEAM

With his strong work ethic and attention to detail Peter has built a team with a similar ethos to himself as he has expanded and developed the practice. The clinic has now grown into a multiple Physio practice supported with an expert Podiatrist and backed up with competent office staff.

At Belfast Sports and Spinal we work very much as a team as we know that sometimes 2 or 3 heads are better than 1 to give our patients the best care they require.

Peter Morrison

Lead Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist and Practice Owner
peter@belfastsportsandspinal.com

 

Rory McFadden

State Registered Podiatrist
rory.mcfadden@outlook.com 

James Bainbridge

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist
james@belfastsportsandspinal.com

 

Rebecca Maxwell

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist
rebecca@belfastsportsandspinal.com

 

Owen McElhinney

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist
owen@belfastsportsandspinal.com

 

I would recommend Belfast Sports and Spinal to anyone! My back is so much better after just a few treatments. The staff are very welcoming and I’m glad to say I don’t need to come back but I wouldn’t mind if I did.

Clare Kelly

 Recently Peter has added acupuncture to my physio sessions and i’ve found great pain relief from this, my shoulder feels brand new!

Above all, I have found Peter to be friendly, reliable, professional, competent and goes the extra mile in order to help me.

Gareth McKeown

Peter Morrison BSc MCSP MHCPC MISCP

Peter Morrison BSc MCSP MHCPC MISCP

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist

After graduating from the University of Ulster in 2002, Peter took the opportunity to go straight into working full time in a Sports Injuries practice in Cork. On returning to Belfast he further developed his experience working in Private Practice until he opened Belfast Sports and Spinal in 2009.

Through his career he has been Lead Physiotherapist for Co Antrim Senior and Minor Footballers and Hurlers as well as the Co Down Senior Hurlers, including being part of the All Ireland Christy Ring winning teams.

Professionally he has a keen interest in the biomechcanical nature of conditions and the rehabilitation of sports injuries incorporating strength and conditioning principles into his rehab.

In his down time he also enjoys endurance sports including the odd marathon or IronMan.

James Bainbridge BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

James Bainbridge BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist

James qualified from the Ulster University in 2016 and is currently continuing his studies in a masters degree of pain management at University College London.

James works with people with a range of musculoskeletal conditions, helping them return to the things that they enjoy the most through the use of personalised exercise programs, based on patient centred goals. James also understands the importance of pain in a patient’s journey, ensuring that people are informed on their potential diagnosis and that all factors that contribute to a person’s rehabilitation are acknowledged.

Personally, James keeps active through going to the gym, running and martial arts.

Rebecca Maxwell BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

Rebecca Maxwell BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist

Rebecca completed her undergraduate training in Physiotherapy in Cardiff University in 2015. After she graduated, she completed her junior rotations in the NHS in Swansea and Edinburgh before specialising in MSK Outpatients in the NHS in Belfast. During this time she also worked with various sports teams, specifically in football and rugby. Further to her undergraduate training she went on to complete a masters in Sports and Exercise Medicine at Trinity College Dublin in 2021 and if that is not enough, she is also a qualified Pilates instructor having completed courses for Pilates Matwork with the APPI.

Currently Rebecca treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions using a holistic approach, with particular interest in the management of sports injuries.

Outside of work she enjoys hiking, sea swimming, rowing and going to the gym on a regular basis.

Owen McElhinney BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

Owen McElhinney BSc (Hons) MSc MCSP MHCPC

Chartered and State Registered Physiotherapist

Owen qualified as a Physiotherapist in July 2022 with a degree from the Hanze Hogeschool, Groningen. During his studies, Owen gained experience in neurorehabilitation, cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, before specialising in sports rehabilitation.

After returning to Belfast from the Netherlands, Owen pursued an MSc in Sports and Exercise Medicine at Ulster University, alongside working in private physiotherapy, graduating with distinction in December 2024.

Owen works with a diverse range of patients specialising in sports injuries. He is passionate about helping individuals regain their ability to enjoy their favourite activities and sports through personalized, movement-focused rehabilitation plans that incorporate patient-specific strength and conditioning principles.

In his spare time, Owen plays field hockey professionally in Hamburg, Germany and has a history of international and elite-level domestic experience.

Rory McFadden D.Pod.M  SRCH  HCPC

Rory McFadden D.Pod.M SRCH HCPC

Podiatrist

Rory brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our practice, gained through over 30 years of a post graduate employment and post graduate education. He also currently holds a Clinical Specialist Podiatrist position in Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation in the Belfast Trust.

He previously has been responsible for biomechanical evaluation, gait analysis and orthotic provision at the Sports Medicine Department, Regional Acquired Brain Injury Unit and Spinal Cord Injury Unit at Musgrave Park Hospital. He also undertakes Orthopaedic foot & ankle assessment clinics, organises diagnostic investigations and where conditions demand, can refer on to Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Surgeons. In a former life he previously developed the Podiatry Biomechanics Service in the former South & East Belfast Community Health Trust and was responsible for the assessment of Paediatric patients.

Steve McCann

Steve McCann

Office Manager

With June retiring, Steve joined Belfast Sports and Spinal in early 2023, managing the day to day administration of the practice.  He brings many years of experience in administrative and Office Manager roles within both the public and private sector, with a background in Asset Finance, Property management and Human Resources.

Steve’s role is to manage the day to day running of the practice as well as Physiotherapy referrals.  This may include liaising with patients, medical insurance companies and corporate clients.

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