Injury assessment & treatment
For new or long-standing injuries. A thorough assessment followed by treatment and a clear plan, including when you can expect to return to sport.
Sports therapy · Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre
Treat the injury.
Fix the cause.
Injury assessment, sports massage, dry needling and rehab plans with Alan Kay, a qualified sports rehabilitator. Get back to your sport, your training or your job, stronger than before.
First appointment £55 · full assessment, hands-on treatment and a rehab plan to follow at home
fix up, train smart
- BSc (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation
- S.T.A. accredited
- First aid certified
- Fully insured by Balens
Your first visit
How it works
01
Assess
We talk through your injury, your sport and your goals, then I test movement, strength and the tissues involved to find the source of the problem, not only where it hurts.
02
Treat
Hands-on treatment chosen for your injury: sports massage, joint mobilisation, dry needling, cupping or taping, tailored to your injury.
03
Rebuild
A personalised rehab programme that takes you from easing pain to full strength, so the injury is less likely to come back.
Treatments
What a session can include
Most sessions combine several of these, and I'll explain each one as we go.
Not sure what you need?
Start with a first time booking
We'll assess the problem and pick the right treatment together.
£55 · 60 minutes
Book onlineSports & deep tissue massage
Releases tight muscles, improves flexibility and helps recovery from training. Suitable whether you're injured or not, and for muscular aches from work or everyday activities.
Dry needling
Fine needles placed into tight, sore trigger points to reduce pain and muscle tension. Often used alongside massage and rehab exercise.
Dry cupping
Suction cups lift and stretch the soft tissue to ease tightness and improve blood flow to the area.
Exercise rehabilitation
Programmes for every stage, from the first days after injury through to strength, power, balance and agility work, with posture and movement analysis where it helps.
Mobilisation & taping
Gentle joint and spinal mobilisations to restore pain-free movement, plus kinesiology taping and bracing to support you while you heal.
Strength & conditioning
Sport-specific programmes that fit around your training to boost performance and cut your injury risk.
Prices
Treatment prices
Treatment30 min60 min90 min
First time bookingAssessment, treatment and your plan–£55–
Injury assessment & treatment–£55–
Sports massage therapy£40£55£80
Dry needling£45£58–
Dry cupping£40£55–
Not sure which to book? Choose a first time booking and we'll work out the right treatment together.
See available timesCancellation policy
Please give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel or rearrange an appointment.
- Appointments cancelled or rearranged with less than 48 hours' notice are charged the full price of the service booked.
- If you don't attend your appointment without letting me know (a "no-show"), you'll be charged the full price of the service booked.
- If you arrive late, your appointment will still finish at its scheduled time and the full price applies.
- To cancel or rearrange, use the link in your booking confirmation, or call or text 07847 273691. Notice is counted from when your message is received.
By booking an appointment, you agree to this policy. In exceptional circumstances, such as a medical emergency, I may choose to waive the charge.
Conditions
Conditions I treat
I treat sports injuries, work-related and everyday pain, long-standing problems and post-operative rehabilitation. You don't need to play sport to book.
Back & neck
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Disc-related pain
- Posture-related pain
Shoulder, elbow & wrist
- Shoulder pain and sprains
- Tennis elbow
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Repetitive strain injuries
Hip & groin
- Groin strains
- Hip pain
- Bursitis
Knee
- Sprains and ligament injuries
- Cruciate ligament rehab
- Knee replacement rehab
Ankle, foot & Achilles
- Ankle sprains
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Other tendon problems
After surgery & ongoing pain
- Post-operative rehab (spine, shoulder, knee)
- Recovery after fractures
- Arthritis and chronic pain
- Pain without a clear diagnosis
About
Hi, I'm Alan
I'm a qualified sports rehabilitator and have run AK Sports Therapy since 2018.
I work with everyone from runners and footballers to people with back, neck or joint pain from work and everyday life. As a footballer myself, I understand how frustrating it is when injury stops you doing what you enjoy.
My approach is straightforward. I take the time to identify what's causing the problem, treat it effectively, and give you a clear plan to follow so it's less likely to return. You'll see the same therapist at every appointment, from your first assessment to your final session.
- Qualified
- BSc (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation, University of Cumbria
- Experience
- Running my own clinic since 2018
- Events
- Team therapist for Bentley Motorsport at the 24 Hours of Spa, and the Brathay 10 in 10 marathons
- Accredited & insured
- S.T.A. accredited, first aid certified and fully insured by Balens
Results
See the difference
One client's back before, during and after treatment.
Reviews
What clients say
“I've had problems with my back and sciatica for a couple of years. Tried anything and everywhere and nothing worked. Between the session Alan put in and the stretches he advised, I haven't had any issues since. I cannot recommend him highly enough.”
“Looked at an ongoing problem and a more recent one. Very knowledgeable, told me what the issue was and how to fix it. Will be back playing football a lot sooner than I imagined. Don't let a niggle turn into a problem.”
“Very professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable in his field. I've booked another session and I'm already feeling better. If you have injuries, or just general aches and pains, Alan is well worth a visit.”
“Fantastic knowledge, and after one treatment my legs already feel better.”
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Before you book
What's your cancellation policy?
Please give at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or rearrange. Cancellations with less notice, and no-shows, are charged the full price of the service booked. Read the full policy.
Are you qualified and insured?
Yes. I have a BSc (Hons) in Sports Rehabilitation, I'm S.T.A. accredited and first aid certified, and I'm fully insured by Balens.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly online or by phone.
Which appointment should I book?
If it's your first visit, or you have a new injury, book a first time booking. If you just want a massage for recovery or tight muscles, book sports massage therapy. If you're unsure, call or message and I'll advise you.
What should I wear?
Something comfortable you can move in. Shorts are best for leg and knee problems, and a vest top or sports top for shoulders and back.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the injury and your goals. At your first appointment I'll give you an honest idea of how many sessions to expect and what you can do between them to speed things up.
Do I have to play sport?
No. I treat many people with pain from work and everyday life, as well as athletes of every level.
Find us
Book your appointment
Book online at a time that suits you, or get in touch if you have any questions first.
Hours
| Monday | 9am – 7pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9am – 2pm |
| Wednesday | 9am – 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am – 7pm |
| Friday | 9am – 5pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
ClinicNewton Aycliffe Leisure Centre
Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
DL5 4EH
Newton Aycliffe, County Durham
DL5 4EH
Phone07847 273691