Matt Thorpe

My interest in physiotherapy grew through sport and being active myself. Like everyone who trains and competes regularly, I experienced injuries along the way and became curious not just about how they happened, but why. That curiosity, combined with a genuine interest in helping people move and feel better, led me into physiotherapy.

I trained as a physiotherapist with experience across musculoskeletal, neurological, respiratory and paediatric settings, which gave me a strong foundation in assessment, clinical reasoning and patient-centred care. Over time, I have found myself particularly drawn to sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy, where I could help people return to the activities that matter most to them.

I currently work within rugby and regularly support active individuals with both acute injuries and longer-term pain problems. I value taking the time to understand each person’s goals, lifestyle and training demands, so rehabilitation is realistic, relevant and genuinely useful to the individual.

I believe good physiotherapy starts with listening. I aim to fully understand what is going on, what may be contributing to the problem, and what you want to get back to doing.

A big strength of my approach is explaining things clearly and in a way that makes sense, so patients feel informed and confident in their recovery. Together, we will decide on the most appropriate treatment options, which may include exercise-based rehabilitation, strength and conditioning principles, mobility work and hands-on techniques.

My focus is always on helping active people stay active. I want to help people build resilience, confidence and capacity so they can continue training, competing or moving well long-term.

Outside of work, staying active is a big part of my life. I train regularly in the gym and compete in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which gives me a real appreciation of the physical and mental demands of sport and training.

When I’m not training, I enjoy playing guitar, reading, and getting outdoors walking my dogs. These interests help keep me balanced and grounded, and they shape the calm, practical and supportive way I approach my work with patients.