Preston Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic

Preston Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic

About

Preston Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic is led by Duncan Mason, a highly qualified physiotherapist with over 30 years of experience. Duncan is registered with the Health Professions Council and is a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports Medicine. He also holds a Level 4 qualification in Sports Massage and serves as a UK Athletics Physiotherapist specialising in endurance events.

Duncan qualified in 1990 and began his career working in the National Health Service (NHS). There, he gained broad experience treating a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. He specialised in diagnosing and managing upper limb, lower limb, and spinal injuries, often working alongside orthopaedic surgeons. This background has shaped his expert clinical skills.

Duncan has vast experience in managing and preventing running injuries. He has worked closely with many of Great Britain’s top distance runners and endurance athletes. His knowledge stems from both his clinical work and his own competitive running career, which includes a personal best of 65 minutes for the half marathon and a top-30 finish in the elite field at the London Marathon.

UK Athletics Experience

Duncan’s work with UK Athletics is extensive. He has supported several Great Britain athletics team altitude camps in the French Pyrenees and Kenya. Additionally, he acted as team physiotherapist at major events such as the World Half Marathon Championships, European Cup 10,000m, World Cross Country, and European Championships.

He also took part in the medical team for the London 2012 Olympic Games altitude holding camps in Font Romeu and was involved at the European Championships in Barcelona in 2010. Furthermore, Duncan provides regular physiotherapy to GB Athletics Team members throughout the year.

Research and Teaching

In addition to his clinical practice, Duncan conducts research on running gait and biomechanics. His work focuses on how running injuries affect athletes’ biomechanics. He currently lectures in physiotherapy at Salford University, teaching both undergraduate and postgraduate students. This ongoing academic involvement helps him stay up-to-date with the latest advances in physiotherapy and sports medicine.

Services

Preston Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to athletes and those with musculoskeletal conditions:

• Musculoskeletal Assessment and Treatment: Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for muscle, joint, and soft tissue injuries.

• Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation: Custom programmes to prevent injuries and support recovery, especially for runners and endurance athletes.

• Running Gait Analysis: In-depth analysis to detect biomechanical issues that may cause injury and to improve running efficiency.

• Post-Injury Rehabilitation: Personalised plans designed to restore strength, mobility, and function after injury or surgery.

• Sports Massage Therapy: Level 4 qualified sports massage to enhance recovery and boost performance.

• Education and Advice: Practical guidance on injury management, training techniques, and injury prevention.

Each patient receives a tailored treatment plan, ensuring the best possible outcomes.

Additional Information

Preston Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic combines clinical expertise with research and personal athletic experience. Duncan Mason’s involvement with UK Athletics and his role as a university lecturer ensure the clinic offers cutting-edge care. This benefits elite athletes and everyday patients alike.

The clinic focuses on delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care. It proudly serves the local community with professionalism and personalised treatment. Whether recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking to improve athletic performance, patients can rely on the clinic’s expert team for support and guidance.