SouthShore Physiotherapy

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• Creating bespoke physiotherapy plans for those seeking to maintain strength, mobility, and independence

• Strength rehab for the older person

• Sports and work injuries consultation and treatment

• Comprehensive rehabilitation programmes

• Soft tissue therapy

• Clinic, home and virtual appointments are available

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About Southshore Physiotherapy

Gerard Gray, Physiotherapist

 

• BSc (Hons.) Physiotherapy- Bournemouth University

• MSc Professional Practice Sports Therapy- University of Gloucester

• BSc Rehabilitation – Middlesex University

• Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (NSCA)

• DBS certified

 

With over three decades of experience in health, fitness, and wellbeing, Gerard has been at the forefront of guiding individuals toward strength, resilience, and lasting recovery.

 

Since beginning his career in 1992, he has gained extensive qualifications in physiotherapy, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, sports therapy and health and fitness. His comprehensive knowledge allows him to provide personalised high-quality support that empowers clients to reclaim their optimal health and physical abilities.

 

As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Gerard is recognised for his expertise in developing strength and rehabilitation programmes. He is also a proud member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Geriatrics Society, underscoring his commitment to professional excellence, lifelong learning and passion for returning people to optimal health.

 

Gerard’s career includes 25 years working in elite professional sport, where he managed the health, fitness, sports therapy and conditioning of professional racing drivers. His client list includes champions and race winners in some of the most competitive motorsport categories worldwide. For 15 years, he served as the personal trainer to Sir Jackie Stewart, the three-time Formula 1 World Champion.

 

From 2012-2020, his leadership in strength and rehabilitation extended to his role as the Strength Rehabilitation Coach at Porsche Human Performance at Silverstone. Gerard played a pivotal role in designing and implementing rehabilitation and performance programmes for athletes experiencing multiple bone, joint and soft tissue injuries.  He also led the development and management of the facility’s concussion management protocol, ensuring top-tier care for all clients. He continues to work as a physiotherapist in motorsport with Hintsa Performance, an internationally renowned athletic and business performance supplier based out of Switzerland.

 

Since 2017, Gerard has been an integral part of the sports medicine team at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships, providing expert care to main draw players as well as junior competitors. His work supported Marc Ceban in winning the U14 title in 2023 and Nicolai Budkov-Kjaer to the U18 title in 2024.

 

Currently, Gerard practices as a physiotherapist within the NHS, specialising in the rehabilitation of adults with learning disabilities. His role encompasses guiding clients through musculoskeletal, neurological, and respiratory rehabilitation. He employs a holistic approach focused on re-educating mobility, enhancing participation in meaningful activities, and restoring functional independence. By empowering his clients to regain autonomy and improve their quality of life, Gerard also provides essential support to caregivers, ensuring a comprehensive care model that addresses both physical and emotional well-being.

 

Driven by a passion for helping people return to peak physical condition, Gerard combines his vast experience with a deep commitment to excellence. Whether clients are recovering from injury, surgery or seeking to enhance their physical performance, he is dedicated to helping them achieve their health and fitness goals.

 

Contact Gerard for a consultation and discover how you can begin your journey back to optimal health.

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