Belfast Sports and Spinal
Welcome to Belfast Sports and Spinal, a premier physiotherapy and sports medicine clinic located in the heart of Belfast. Led by Peter Morrison, a highly experienced Chartered Physiotherapist and the clinic’s founder, our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional, evidence-based care for patients of all ages and abilities. With over two decades of clinical experience, including extensive work with elite sports teams, we specialize in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.
Our facility features four fully private treatment rooms and a large on-site gym/studio, allowing us to offer comprehensive care from initial diagnosis to full functional recovery. We believe in a hands-on, patient-centered approach that goes beyond simply treating symptoms. Our therapists conduct thorough assessments to identify the root cause of your pain, whether it stems from acute trauma, chronic overuse, or post-surgical complications. We then tailor individualized rehabilitation programs that combine manual therapy with targeted strengthening and conditioning.
Our Core Services Include:
- Back & Neck Pain: Expert management of cervical and thoracic/lumbar issues, sciatica, and referred pain, utilizing advanced biomechanical analysis to address muscle, joint, disc, or nerve sources.
- Sports Injuries: Specialized treatment for muscle strains, ligament sprains, tendonopathies (such as rotator cuff and Achilles), and cartilage issues. We support athletes in returning to play safely and efficiently.
- Joint & Chronic Pain: Holistic management of arthritis, frozen shoulder, and chronic pain syndromes, focusing on restoring mobility and improving quality of life.
- Advanced Modalities: We utilize cutting-edge therapies including Shockwave Therapy for tissue regeneration, Acupuncture for pain relief, and 3D Foot Scanning for precise orthotic design and biomechanical correction.
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Dedicated programs for recovery after joint replacements, ligament reconstructions, and fracture repairs.
Our multidisciplinary team includes Chartered Physiotherapists like James Bainbridge and Owen McElhinney, who bring specialist knowledge in pain management and sports medicine, alongside Rory McFadden, our expert Podiatrist with over 30 years of experience in orthopedic rehabilitation. Whether you are an elite athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone suffering from daily pain, Belfast Sports and Spinal provides the expertise, technology, and compassionate care needed to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Book your consultation today to start your journey towards recovery.
Opening hours
- sunday: (closed)
- monday: 9h-21h
- tuesday: 9h-21h
- wednesday: 9h-21h
- thursday: 9h-21h
- friday: 9h-14h
- saturday: (closed)
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Our comment from PhysioFinder.net about Belfast Sports and Spinal:
Expertise in Sports and Spinal Health
Belfast Sports and Spinal is widely recognized for its high-quality physiotherapy services, with patients frequently praising the deep anatomical knowledge and clinical expertise of its practitioners. The team excels in managing complex conditions, ranging from acute injuries to chronic issues that have persisted for long periods. Reviewers highlight the therapists' ability to go beyond treating symptoms, focusing instead on identifying the root cause of pain, whether it stems from muscle, joint, disc, or nerve sources. This diagnostic approach is particularly valued by athletes and active individuals seeking a thorough recovery.
Specialized Recovery for Runners and Athletes
A significant number of patients commend the clinic for its success in treating running-related injuries, including IT band syndrome, Achilles tendon issues, and knee contusions. Therapists such as Barney and Peter are noted for their ability to balance the urgency of returning to sport with the biological necessity of healing. They provide individualized rehabilitation programs that not only resolve pain but also strengthen the body to prevent recurrence. Many clients report returning to full fitness, completing marathons, and improving their personal bests thanks to these tailored exercise routines and careful progression.
Personalized Care and Patient Support
The clinic is celebrated for its warm, professional, and supportive environment. Patients appreciate the time therapists take to explain diagnoses and answer questions, which helps alleviate anxiety, especially in complex cases. Therapists like Peter, Rebecca, and Owen are frequently described as understanding and patient, adapting their treatment plans to the patient's lifestyle and goals. Whether accommodating last-minute changes or working around family commitments, the staff is praised for their flexibility and genuine care, ensuring patients feel supported throughout their entire rehabilitation journey.
Comprehensive Treatment and Rehabilitation
Belfast Sports and Spinal offers a hands-on approach combining manual therapy, specific rehabilitation exercises, and professional guidance. Clients benefit from clear, actionable plans that address weaknesses and improve mobility. The team’s focus is on empowering patients with the knowledge to manage their own health, leading to sustained improvements. Reviews consistently highlight the effectiveness of this method, noting that patients often regain function faster and with greater confidence than expected, making it a highly recommended destination for effective physiotherapy.
Belfast Sports and Spinal: Reviews
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Reviews on Google
4,9 out of 5 from 57 reviews
Fantastic experience: Perfect
Fantastic experience: I can’t recommend Belfast Sports and Spinal highly enough. Peter (physiotherapist at Belfast Sports and Spinal) is a top-class physio — his knowledge and expertise are second to none. After deciding (perhaps questionably!) to take on a marathon, I picked up a couple of injuries along the way. Each time, Peter accurately diagnosed the issue, treated it, and put a proper rehab plan in place to make sure it didn’t come back. What really sets him apart is that he doesn’t just fix the problem — he supports you through the whole process. He also patiently answered all my neurotic, panicked marathon-training questions and gave me the confidence to keep going. Genuinely a top guy and an outstanding physiotherapist who will get you back to full fitness.
Cheers Chris! Much appreciated...
Fantastic experience: Saw James over 3 months for IT band issues. Fantastic physio, now running again pain free. 10/10, thank you!!!
Thanks Anna! Great to hear that you are back out running again!
Fantastic experience: I went in to see Peter a few months ago because of ongoing back pain that had really flared up and was causing me to miss out on the start of golf season. Peter diagnosed the issue in the first session and made a treatment plan to get me back playing again. I stuck to the plan and after a month I was back playing golf. Peter stressed that going forward we had to add some exercises to my usual routine to strengthen some weaker areas. I am so glad to say I havent had a flare up in 4 months. I would highly recommend going to see Peter if you have lower back pain - my back now feels as good as ever! Thanks Peter!
Awesome Ronan!
Fantastic experience: I came with leg pain (sciatica) to see Rebecca. She had a professional approach and gave me a quick diagnosis. Very kind and friendly manner. The pain is getting better every day, and the exercises she recommended are really helping. I highly recommend her 100%!
Thanks Anna!
Fantastic experience: First class treatment as always I would highly recommend.
Cheers Eamon
Fantastic experience: I can say its one of the best Physio treatment available in Belfast, James is amazing, my upper back pain is much better now. When i started seeing him i couldn’t able to wake up from bed, now i can move and i can lift some weight.Highly recommend this.Thanks James!
Great stuff, thanks for the review
Fantastic experience: Just back from my first session and just want to say how knowledgeable and kind Owen was. In an emergency I had to bring my baby with me and he was so understanding and worked around it and was extremely patient. Not only this but he knew exactly what my issues were immediately after an assessment and has given an excellent rehabilitation programme to help strengthen my body. Would absolutely reccomend this practice.
Thanks Dolores,
Owen has just started with us at the beginning of the year and is an excellent addition to our team. We are very fortunate to have him on board with us.
Never easy when things change at the last minute but we're deligthed that we were able to help accomodate you.
Fantastic experience: Best physio I’ve been to. I have been seeing Peter for an ongoing achilles issue. He was quick to identify the cause of the issue and build a long term plan to get me running again. He was keen to work with me and understood that I wasn’t keen to stop running altogether, so helped build running into the rehab plan. Would highly recommend
Thanks for the feedback James! Let's see a PB now in London...No pressure
Fantastic experience: Brilliant and thorough service. Peter and the team are excellent. Very focused on recovery rather than getting you in for multiple sessions which is very much appreciated.
You're more than welcome!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommend. Peter provided professional and helpful treatment that got me back on track. Excellent service.
Thank Colm! Great to see you back on track
Fantastic experience: Great service and owner is particularly well knowledged and helpful for all your physical and physio needs.
Thanks Sandra for the 5 star review
Positive experience: Very good service
Thanks Jen for the review. Anything we could have done to make it 5star?
Fantastic experience: I have been going to a Peter and Emma for several serious injuries over the last 3 years and each one I have bounced back. They have played a huge part in my successful return to competitive sport after shoulder, back and knee injuries. Can’t recommend enough.
Thanks Cathal! Best of luck with your return to competition this season!
Fantastic experience: Highly recommended- Peter is an excellent physiotherapist with a depth of knowledge & best way to improve mobility. Gets right to the heart of the problem quickly. Very professional
Thanks Mary, Happy to help!
Fantastic experience: I couldn't speak more highly of the professionalism and knowledge of the team at Belfast Sports and Spinal clinic.I was given great advice along with a easy to follow programme for an ankle injury.I would definitely recommend this clinic to anyone that wants a very professional outfit.
Thanks Warren, great to hear you’re back on your feet again!
Fantastic experience: Peter was my physio for the past 6 months due to a bone contusion in my knee, and has just discharged me. In this time I was massively impressed at his services and I highly recommended. Peter aways made sure to go the extra mile when booking appointments, making up excercise routines and checking in with my progress. Thanks for everything Peter!
You're more than welcome Daniel! Take care and make sure you crack out a few kick flips for me next year when we get some descent weather again!
Fantastic experience: First class physio service. Highly recommend Ally McKeown.
Thanks for the 5 star review Ryan!
Fantastic experience: Managed to book at the last minute. Fantastic session. Ally McKeown expertly ascertained my needs, and provided the deep tissue massage I was looking for. Highly recommended.
Thanks Jay - verylast minute cancellation but great to hear we were able to accomodate you!
Fantastic experience: Have been meaning to leave this for a while but 3 years ago I inherited Neurapraxia in my right deltoid. This left me with approximately 10% lateral movement in my right arm. Extremely scary stuff. I went to the doctors and had strange nerve tests, x-rays, an ultrasound and even they didn't really know what to do but Peter the expert he is had seen something similar before; although admitted my case was the worst he'd seen and especially uncommon as it didn't run in my family and because I was 26. Peter got me back to 90% motor neurone functionality and lateral movement within 3 months of Physio (some people never recover)!! Very thankful for his professionalism and would highly recommend if you are stressed or worried, my mind was put at ease having his expertise to hand. Thank-you Peter.
Not a problem Owen. You were very diligent in your rehab which makes all the difference!
Thanks again for the time to write this review as I know if was a few years back now!
Take Care
Peter
Fantastic experience: Best physio in town. Peter is amazing. Highly recommended.
Thanks Ksenia.
Fantastic experience: Great staff and professional set up. Ally guided me through a well tailored 9 month rehab program following ACL surgery, now back to full fitness and playing again. Couldn't recommend enough.
Thanks for your feedback Ed and all the best of luck on your road back to playing! Not an easy journey to travel but great to see you get to the end...
Fantastic experience: Very satisfied with my experience here - everyone I interacted with was professional, warm, and competent. Niall provided a very good physiotherapy experience for persistent knee pain I had while running. Did not feel rushed at all and was given plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Was given a clear plan to fully address the issue at its root cause and get back to running!
Thanks fo rthe feedback Aoife. I didn't see it come through at the time but much appreciated!
Positive experience: Good knowledge price point was there or there abouts just thought as had spinal in name they would of been able to crack my back into position via a correction but the guys are good physio's for anything muscular I would definitely recommend.
Fantastic experience: 5 star service, approach and rehab.
Cheers John, glad we could be of service!
Fantastic experience: Best physio I had , I highly recommend this company
Thats for the great review Samuel!
Fantastic experience: After weeks of lower back pain, visits to chiropractor, personal trainers and being told I would take many months of rehab and strength work, I was told I wouldn't be ready for the Dublin marathon and to concentrate on fixing myself. Peter seen me very quickly and with dealing with my issue on a regular basis he confidently got to work straight away. His plan and commitment to me worked and he gave me faith and had me running again within weeks. My personal times got better and better and yes I completed the Dublin marathon 3 weeks ago with no back complaints. Peter is a genius and I have no problem at all recommending his skills and expertise to other runners up against running related injuries.
Thanks Marcus - Hopefully catch you at the start line of the New Belfast route in May, sound like you may have me in the rear view mirror the way things are going......
Fantastic experience: I had been running for around a year and just committed to my first half marathon when I started to experience pain and weakness in my right leg/knee. I was referred to Barney for physiotherapy who very quickly diagnosed an IT band issue. He took the time to help me understand the new pressures I was putting on my body through running and how I could strengthen it to cope with the challenge I had set myself. He set me a programme of strengthening exercises and stretching which I carried out daily. Within weeks I started to notice a difference in my posture and strength. As the programme progressed so did the exercises, he carefully matched them to my ability so as not to push too hard but to challenge me. My running form, speed and strength continued to improve! I feel privileged to have benefited from Barney’s knowledge, every time I attend a physio session I learn something new. In 3 months Barney took me from struggling to put weight on my right leg to completing my first half marathon! Thank you for your time, patience and good humour! I am now a much stronger runner for having met you and now have so much more knowledge of how I can push myself to achieve new race distances and PBs. Thank you!
Thanks Gillian, great to hear you’re back up and running again. Maybe catch you at the start line of the new route marathon next year by the sounds of things.....
Fantastic experience: Excellent physio
Thanks Martin, much appreciated feedback
Fantastic experience: Great physiotherapy
Thanks Richard, much appreciated feedback
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