Stronglines Physio

Fantastic experience: After having spinal surgery and receiving minimal help through the hospital physio, and being told to go away after 3 sessions, I knew I needed to find a proper physio with a wealth of experience with spinal injuries. I was referred to Fred at Stronglines Physio a couple of times; however, I also needed to do my own research and due diligence before going to see him, and it was the best decision I made Fred helped rehabilitate me over 10 months and I instantly knew after the first visit he was the best person to help me. It was a long 10 months; however, I knew I needed to trust Fred's direction and stick with the programme, which I did, and it has inevitably helped me recover from my spinal surgery properly and confidently Fred taught me how to train safely and walked me through all the movements to ensure my technique was on point, so I didn’t injure myself again. One of the reasons I chose to go and see Fred initially was due to his wealth of experience within spinal injuries and I genuinely can't thank Fred enough. If you're looking for a proper physio, I cannot recommend Fred Braithwaite at Stronglines Physio enough.

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Stronglines for 7 years. I had an incurable cancer diagnosis, after 3 yrs my treatment was still holding back the cancer, but I was very fatigued and had lost a lot of muscle, the exercise I had tried to do was just exhausting me. They started me on a small daily routine of easy exercise, which gradually built me up. After about 3 months fatigue was gone, I was putting back lost muscle, and generally feeling my pre- cancer self again! Wow, Fred is great, he can't cure me but is certainty giving me back quality of life. I am outlasting doc's prognosis by years!

Fantastic experience: Fred’s the best! This is the second time he’s fixed my back and honestly, I wouldn’t go to anyone else. He knows exactly what he’s doing, explains everything in a way that actually makes sense, and you can tell he really cares. Walked out feeling brand new again.

Fantastic experience: Fixed my issues, improved my techniques / lifts. Will go back again if I ever have issues

Fantastic experience: It happened in what seemed like a routine training session —nothing out of the ordinary. I planted my foot to turn, went to accelerate, and I just felt it. A deep pop in the knee, like something had snapped out of place. No contact. No warning. Just a sharp pain and the instant sinking feeling that something was badly wrong. The diagnosis came quickly: a torn ACL. At first, it was crushing. I’d been playing at a decent level, feeling fit, confident, and ready to push on. Surgery seemed like the only option. But that’s when Fred stepped in. Fred’s Guidance: The Start of the Journey Fred’s expertise in rehab and performance was a game-changer. He convinced me that conservative management—a non-surgical route—was not only possible but, in my case, the smarter long-term decision. That was the first key step: trusting someone who truly understood the body and the demands of football. Fred didn’t promise a quick fix. What he gave me was something better: a structured, progressive plan split into micro-steps. Each phase built a foundation for the next. He made sure we respected the injury, but never got stuck in fear. It’s never easy with Fred you have to work hard push yourself beyond what you thought you could . But you reap the rewards . The Micro Steps That Changed Everything 1. Control the Swelling, Regain Motion In the early days, the focus wasn’t on football—it was on getting the knee to calm down. We worked on swelling management, getting full extension back, and slowly regaining flexion. It was boring, but crucial. Fred kept me focused, reminding me that every inch of mobility mattered as fluid was still in the knee from the tear . If I could eliminate that I could start to get some good range of motion . 2. Build the Basics Again As soon as my range returned, the real grind began. We worked on quad activation, hamstring strength, and glute stability. Everything had to be symmetrical. If the left side was slacking even a little, Fred would spot it. Every rep had a purpose. Every session had a goal. Times where I’d be exhausted losing motivation Fred was there to pick you up and excite you about this journey . 3. Neuromuscular Control Next came the work most people skip: retraining my brain and body to trust the knee again. That meant balance work, reactive drills, deceleration mechanics. We were laying the groundwork for real-world movement—turns, cuts, sudden stops. That’s what football demands, and Fred knew it inside out. Fred introduced an ABS braking system so I sort of wasn’t as heavy footed . Learning to absorb force in all directions was critical because it improved my landing mechanics helping me be more confident when I returned . 4. Strength to Power Once my strength markers hit the targets Fred set, we progressed to power and explosive work. , box jumps, resisted sprints. Each movement was measured, refined, and monitored. I was becoming an athlete again, not just someone recovering from injury. Fred’s a big advocate for what gets measured gets improved so for example jumps like broad jump and triple jump are measured to ensure distance is increasing and there’s symmetry between both legs . 5. Football-Specific Conditioning Finally, we took it to the pitch. Fred designed return-to-play drills tailored to Step 6 demands. Change of direction at speed. Repeated efforts. Position-specific patterns. It wasn’t just “getting fit”—it was about being ready to compete. And not just compete—dominate. The Return Months later, I stepped back onto the pitch. Not just to train—but to play. I wasn’t just back. I was better—stronger, more balanced, more explosive. I knew my body inside out. I trusted my knee. And I had Fred to thank for that. His knowledge, his structure, and his ability to break down the process into micro-steps kept me moving forward. He turned a devastating injury into a platform for growth. I came back stronger than I ever thought possible—and with a deeper understanding of performance and resilience.

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Fred for a number of months following a long term ankle injury. During this time, through exercises that fit into my daily routine in a lighthearted manner, I have gone from having significant pain and swelling when walking to being able to work up to and sustain running 5k. I would highly recommend Stronglines, particularly where your body is limiting your ability to hit personal goals.

Fantastic experience: Absolutely recommend Fred! Had two total knee replacements and he has given me all the physiotherapy needed. I'm now able to walk, play with the grandchildren. Thank you so much Fred really appreciate it all

Fantastic experience: Absolutely recommend! The most friendliest, professional physiotherapist I have come across. Fred has been helping me with my recovery from a broken leg, and has been the key to my fast recovery! His knowledge is brilliant.

Fantastic experience: I had 5 sessions with Fred for upper back pain when training and right from the first session I noticed improvements with the mobility work and drills he gave me talking me through them all clearly so I understood the purpose of them. The sessions felt incredibly productive with him listening to where any pain was and right away knowing movements to add into my warmups to fix it and with each 30 minute session I felt so much more confident going into my upper body days and now being able to train pain free.

Fantastic experience: Great booking service and very good advice and treatments, Fred really helped my long term neck and back pain due to my poor posture. highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Sam my 17 year old son , sustained a dislocated patella at the end of October while playing rugby. Rugby is everything to him and is his chosen sport at college , and is also part of the Northampton Saints junior academy , Fred was recommended to us and I have to say we couldn’t be more grateful for what he has done for Sam . Always positive , very professional and always had Sams best interests to heart , and because of this Sam trusted him , worked with him and is now playing rugby again, thanks for everything Fred . Garry Billing

Fantastic experience: What a great place Stronglines is. I ruptured a disc yesterday and thankfully Fred was able to fit me in. After a massage, acupuncture and some heat treatment I am almost pain free. I have been given exercises to do together with advice on posture. Cannot recommend this place and Fred in particular highly enough. Thanks

Fantastic experience: Initially visited Fred with Achilles tendon problems from half-marathon preparation, after 3-4 sessions I was not in pain and the issue was resolved. Like many others, I had neglected other injuries for years. We moved on to my bad back problems that I have had for 15 years which developed from having a career as a professional drummer and a car crash as a child. Quite frankly I had lost hope in a full recovery at this point. However, I took in an MRI done by the NHS which showed a bulging disc in my lower spine. Fred reassured me we could work around it and I undertook the advanced injury resilience screening which he offers. Fred built me a plan to support my bulging disc in day to day life and when drumming, to build explosive power in the gym and to bulletproof my shoulders for intensive boxing sessions three times a week. In under a year with Fred I have fixed chronic Achilles tendon pain, hit personal bests on all my lifts in the gym, achieved muscle ups, began living a BACK PAIN FREE life - which I never thought was possible after 15 years of constant pain AND started training as a boxer which I thought was impossible with my injuries. Thank you so much Fred. Having achieved so much already, I am excited to see how far we can take it!

Fantastic experience: Fred has managed to keep me moving, working and playing Football, whilst carrying several old sport injuries. With his help I've been able to rebuild achy joints and weaker muscles, to improve my movement and resistance when exercising. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Very knowledgeable, professional and fast. Great job Fred!

Fantastic experience: Visited Fred for a couple of months, with a trapped nerve in my shoulder/neck. I needed to have an MRI Scan but was unable to lay flat and still in the machine. After visiting Fred, he was amazing, pushed me forward with exercises and advice. Last week I was able to lay completely still in the MRI Machine for 90 minutes. I still practice several of the exercises regularly, which enables me to undertake my daily working life as a builder. Highly recommend Fred. Many thanks Dean

Fantastic experience: Visited Stronglines in October 2021 for help with plantar fasciitis which had stopped me from running. Fred worked with me and I completed a marathon by March 22 and a 50 mile (Okay nearly 52 due to rubbish navigation ) early April. Another marathon 2 weeks later with loads of road...still running pain free thank you so much to Fred and Stronglines!!

Fantastic experience: I was suffering with lower back pain and over a period of time I am in a better position than I was all due to Fred who I recommend to anyone in need of help A top guy thanks Fred for all your help.

Fantastic experience: Went to Fred because my wife had a physio session previously. I slipped my disc (twice) and was in a bad place. Fred took a real in-depth evaluation of my problem and got me on the correct track to recovery. Can not recommend enough. Thanks Stronglines.

Fantastic experience: I was suffering with tendentious in my knee after twisting it on a run, a colleague recommended to go to Stronglines to see Fred, he was brilliant, showing me different exercise routines each week to strengthen my knee, after five weeks it all paid off and i ran a half marathon with no side affects. great set up and very pleasant staff.

Fantastic experience: Astounding results! I was in excruciating pain in my back and leg and had taken a trip to A&E & the doctors to find out what the problem was; I was sent away from them and told 'it was muscular & i'd be fine'... anyway the pain continued and worsened and a friend recommended I go to see Fred at Strong Lines - I was carried into the clinic unable to walk. After a session of treatment with Fred and a diagnosis of a slipped disc I walked out of the clinic and haven't experienced the same pain since; I have been for several follow up sessions for rehabilitation and am back in the gym after 3 weeks! Absolute miracle worker! Thank you

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Fred about 12 months ago with lower back pain that literally took my breath away with every cough, sneeze and movement. I went to Fred with a copy of my MRI scan results and from them and his extensive knowledge he worked out what would work best to not only sort my back pain but get me fitter and stronger. Fred has completely pushed me out of my comfort zone over the past 12months, he has got me running and I have recently completed my first ever 10k and I have recently purchased a weights bar with a selection of plates so I can continue my exercises at home. My day to day life has completely changed as I am now either pain free or have the knowledge to know how to alleviate the pain. THANK YOU! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Fi

Fantastic experience: The StrongLines team are amazing! I've been working with Tom over the last 18 months (multiple issues over time). I've learnt and improved on all aspects of my training and my approach to training over that time. Knowledge bombs dropped every session! Not only have my issues been addressed I've been given the guidance and exercises to keep myself in best possible condition. My core has never been so strong and I'll continue to build on that, thanks for everything Tom. On a side note also thanks to Fred who in lockdown 1 kept the sessions going over zoom and it worked really well and kept me motivated to keep on top of it all. (Also the banter and chats when I visit) Laura and Sacha also amazing, was great pre covid to have a coffee and chat before the session, made the whole experience so welcoming and relaxing. If you need a physio for anything, injury, mobility or just a body assessment Stronglines is where you need to go. The whole team do a fantastic job. Thanks Team!

Fantastic experience: Amazing, kind and friendly staff! Very informative, whilst keeping it light hearted and engaging!

Fantastic experience: Thank you to the Strong Lines team for helping get me back in shape. I just ran back to back 10ks at the weekend and then 8k today with no pain for the first time in 4 months. Also i've just found out I won gold in the regional TKD patterns competition and am now into the national finals. I literally couldn't have done any of it without you and Strong Lines!

Fantastic experience: Imagine being sad that physio is ending The Stronglines Physio team are amazing in many ways. From the greeting, diagnosis & treatment right through to helping you when you're back to your training routine. These guys are highly recommended

Fantastic experience: Stronglines are changing the way we think of a physiotherapist for the better! They are modern, attentive and all round great people. Not only at what they do, but also to work with! I would definitely recommend their services. Thanks Fred and team.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic physio with Tom - I have visited various physios over the last few years and Tom is the only one that has ever explained what he was getting me to do and most importantly - why. The exercises genuinely worked, I felt massive improvement in my movement and strength. Highly recommend this physiotherapy if you want actual results!

Fantastic experience: These guys do a fantastic job! Solved my long term knee, hip and shoulder issues. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Excellent

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Stronglines, my 13 year old daughter suffered an injury whilst playing sport and Tom looked after her. He treated her with compassion, empathy, respect and understanding through out. Tom is very knowledgeable and always willing to offer advice, she was treated as an individual with the treatment modified to suit her. What sets Stronglines apart is that it is a very positive and forward thinking company, both Tom and Fred are a credit to their profession.

Fantastic experience: Fred’s passion and commitment to fixing your aches and pains is second to none. I can not recommend Fred more highly. His reconditioning sessions are tailored to your specific needs and his knowledge and expertise in pin pointing the problem areas, needing physio, is spot on.

Fantastic experience: Very friendly and welcoming staff on arrival. The treatment given was of a exceptional professional standard with a clear level of expert knowledge around my injury. Over the course of a series of sessions I was able to go from struggling with mobility and pain in my knee to totally pain free and back loving sport again . Would strongly recommend to anyone. Keep up the great work team stronglines!

Fantastic experience: Tom did a great job - knee injury mid charity challenge, very knowledgeable friendly and helpful - managed to get back on the bike that evening.

Fantastic experience: I've seen a lot of physios over the years and Tom's approach was by far the best. The approach was all about fixing the underlying problem, and making sure I understood and had the tools to keep things well. Excellent

Fantastic experience: I went to Strong Lines with a shoulder injury and painful tennis elbow that wasn't improving. Tom was extremely knowledgable and quickly assessed my injury, explaining how he could help. With a combination of physio and a tailored exercise plan, I signed up for a 12 week programme which I have just completed. I feel stronger, fitter and am pain free so could not recommend them more highly! Laura and Helen were so friendly at the front desk and greeted me with a smiley face every week. Although I'm hugely relieved to be fixed, I'll miss my weekly visits! Huge thanks to all of you at Strong Lines.

Fantastic experience: Fred at Strong Lines was recommended to me by my dad as I'd been experiencing agonising lower back pain for about 6 months on and off. From the very first visit I felt in good hands, the whole team are super friendly and supportive. Fred asked lots of questions and worked hard to find the source of the pain, and instead of just treating the symptoms alone, he developed a personalised rehab programme that worked in conjunction with my hobby, pole fitness, to recover me to 110%, correct the movement patterns that were causing the pain, and help me to be stronger than ever before. Thanks to Strong Lines Physio and their great approach to rehabilitation I am pain free and feeling better than ever. I would recommend the Strong Lines team to anyone without hesitation!

Fantastic experience: Fred really helped when I injured my shoulder, providing information and exercises that allowed me to build up strength and play the sport I love while recovering. I would definitely recommend Stronglines, it's the best experience I've had with physiotherapy

Fantastic experience: Early in the year I signed up to take part in my first half marathon, during my training I became injured and really struggled to put a run together. So my hunt began for a good Physio. I found out about Strong Lines through a friend who highly recommended them. I found it easy to book an appointment (theres two options, book online or call them) I've used both booking services and found it very easy to get an appointment. When I first went to Strong Lines I was greeted by very friendly staff and made to feel very welcome. I found them to be very knowledgeable and really helpful when it came to sorting out my injury problems. After a number of sessions I found myself ready to take on the half marathon, unfortunately my injury was too close to my half marathon date so I couldn't get a 100% out of the strengthening exercises I had been set, but what they did so was help me get around in a respectable time of 2hrs 20minutes. After I completed my first half marathon I decided to sign up for another race and continue to visit Strong Lines to help me get ready for this. Not only did they take me through even more exercises to help my knee, they also set me on a half marathon training plan. With all the help from Strong Lines I managed to complete my second half marathon in a time of 1hour and 54 minutes. I highly recommend strong lines for their professional attitude, they are very knowledgable and really help you when it comes to working on those injury problems. Big thanks to Fred and the Strong Lines team

Fantastic experience: Fred was recommended to me by a friend who he had helped in the past... and it's probably the best recommendation I've ever had. I'd been suffering from a bad back for a number of weeks and, due to his thorough knowledge, he spotted a symptom that, left untreated, would more than likely have resulted in losing movement in my foot. Thanks to his quick intervention (and the resulting back surgery 4 days later) I've now got a very good chance of a full recovery. It's now 10 weeks post-op and my recovery is astounding thanks, in no small part, to the bouts of physio and the tailored exercise program Fred has devised. It's not just that he knows his stuff, he has a genuine passion for fixing the underlying problems that cause you to visit him in the first place; the fact that he's a thoroughly decent bloke is an added bonus! I rarely post reviews, but some things need to be shouted about - if you're considering physio give Strong Lines a call; everyone there is welcoming, friendly and thoroughly professional, putting you at ease from the moment you arrive. Top notch stuff Fred; you're a legend!

Fantastic experience: Fred has been looking after me and getting me race ready ever since he opened. The whole attitude and philosophy at Strong Lines is exceptional. Whether it's Physio or sports massage the treatment has been incredible and the length gone to to make sure I can carry on training no matter what has been far beyond expectations!

Fantastic experience: Stronglines are incredible. Not only are they very professional, friendly and knowledgable they have helped me to live pain free.

Fantastic experience: An excellent first experience at Strong Lines today. They were helpful, happy and honest; three key elements that promise good continued service. I'm so impressed I immediately already booked my next four sessions. Good work, folks! And enjoyed the chat about music :-)

Fantastic experience: Brilliant physio team friendly understanding and after a few sessions have me back playing badminton. Thank you Fred Could not ask for anything more.

Fantastic experience: I initially went to see Fred as I had a painful knee. However during my initial examination he quickly picked up on other long standing issues that I have had since childhood. Taking that into account he devised a treatment program that has helped me to become stronger and pain free. The set up is great, as there's a functional area as well as treatment rooms. I have always had a personalised treatment/exercise chart emailed to me post appointment which is great if, like me, you forget everything you've been told when you walk out the door. Fred and Sasha are really welcoming and friendly too.

Fantastic experience: Having tried a few physios in the past that all helped and recovered me after injuries I found stronglines! They also fixed me just like the others, but going beyond fixing me, they also looked at the cause of the problems I had and developed a strength training plan and stretches to target the areas of need. With my training plan alongside the physio treatment my injury is once again fixed but by knowing the weak areas that caused my problems we now have a prevention plan in place. It was a pleasure working with Fred and I also learnt so much about my body! Now hopefully I only return for a simple sports massage and not treatment. Keep up the good work Stronglines.

Fantastic experience: Awesome!! I went to Fred to get a sports massage on what I though was just a tight shoulder. Found out I had bad shoulder blade alignment which was causing a lot of my problems. Fred not only worked on me at StrongLines he also gave me exercise to do at home which quickly cured me and I've had no issues ever since. I feel comfortable and confident that if I have any other issues in the future I can turn to him.

Fantastic experience: Excellent physiotherapy and massage, friendly and professional staff, bespoke exercise and stretching plans to directly address your injury not only short term but long term also to prevent it coming back. I have been to a number of practices over the years but now regularly use Strong Lines and would recommend it to anyone.

Fantastic experience: Really friendly staff who know their stuff! You will not find another clinic that offers the facilities and experience that Strong Lines offers. As a former pro athlete who has had to retire through injury I have had my fair share of experiences on the physio table and nobody takes more time to know you personally than Fred and his team. Can not speak highly enough of the facility and staff if you are broken down or just need an MOT book an appointment today!

Fantastic experience: If it wasn't for my partner telling me to go into Stronglines Physio after injuring my hip, I wouldn't be where I am now. Fred so lovely took the time to get to know me and what my injury was so he was able to help. I've gone from not being able to walk without pain to strength training with Fred and regular visits to the gym. I wish I knew Fred 3 years ago!!

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend the services of Stronglines Physiotherapy in Wellingborough for anyone that needs treatment for injuries, aches and pains. I recently had trouble with my shoulder which actually starting causing referred pain in my arm, wrist and lower back. Fred was an absolute wizard and sorted me out a treat which included post treatment exercises to continue with and to avoid reoccurrence. I've also had several sports massages which are fantastic. If you're suffering don't try to live with your pain I would highly recommend a visit to Stronglines to get you back on track.

Fantastic experience: I can't praise Fred at Strong Lines Physiotherapy enough , I injured my back 16yrs ago playing rugby and Fred has done more for me in the last 8 weeks then the NHS has done for me ever, he is so passionate about getting me living again instead of just existing with a bad back, the therapy along with the excersises he gives me has enabled me to come off the medications that I've been on for so long , I'm now riding my bike and I'm more active than I've ever been,something I've been afraid to do in a long while.....

Fantastic experience: Brilliant knowledge and excellent treatment! I have been to a lot of physio's for various injuries and treatments and i can genuinely say Fred is by far the best i have seen, not only has he managed to quickly solve my ongoing problems, he has done this whilst keeping me training - very refreshing after the usual "it will get better with rest" . Now i am on top of my injury i regularly book in for a sports massage - no matter your problem get yourself booked in.