Neil Fitzhenry
Head or Senior Physiotherapist
Hong Kong
Summary
Dynamic healthcare provider with 19 years of experience, transitioning from a professional football career to specialize in elite sports performance physiotherapy and high-end rehabilitation centers. Expertise in manual therapy, exercise prescription, and patient education enhances collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, driving optimal patient outcomes. Dependable and adaptable in fast-paced clinical settings, consistently upholding high standards of practice. Results-driven professional with a proven track record of thriving under pressure, committed to delivering exceptional care and support to patients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Physiotherapist
The Physio Lab
08.2024 - Current
- Led a multidisciplinary team of 10 people to develop individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient recovery outcomes and overall satisfaction.
- Mentored junior physiotherapists, fostering professional growth and enhancing team competencies in patient care delivery.
- Promoted business by presenting several workshops targeting various target groups resulting in record turnover for company
- Work in collaboration with some outside organizations such as Hong Kong Football Association and Hong Ballet to assist in skill sharing and optimizing delivery for both organizations.
Head of Performance Medicine / Head Therapist
Cirque Du Soleil – Acrobatic Theatre Company
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented comprehensive performance medicine strategies that enhanced athlete recovery and optimized training outcomes for approx 50 artists.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of therapists to improve injury prevention protocols, significantly reducing downtime among performers.
- Coordinated individualized rehabilitation plans, ensuring tailored therapy techniques that promoted optimal performance during shows.
Senior Physiotherapist
International Physiotherapy Centre, Doha, Qatar
10.2018 - 04.2023
- Senior Physiotherapist
- Developed individualized rehabilitation programs, enhancing patient recovery rates and promoting functional independence across diverse populations.
- Mentored junior physiotherapists, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices in patient care methodologies.
- Managed high caseload of up to 12 patients per day
Head of Performance Medicine
Cirque Du Soleil – Acrobatic Theatre Company
12.2016 - 09.2018
- Developed and implemented comprehensive performance medicine strategies that enhanced athlete recovery and optimized training outcomes for approx 50 artists.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of therapists to improve injury prevention protocols, significantly reducing downtime among performers.
- Coordinated individualized rehabilitation plans, ensuring tailored therapy techniques that promoted optimal performance during shows.
First Team Physiotherapist
Blackburn Rovers Football Club
09.2013 - 09.2016
- First Team Physiotherapist - some on field pitch side management with several teams
- Had own caseload of first team players, and fully responsible for all aspects of physiotherapy delivery, injury prevention strategies, and return to play protocols as in conjunction with other members of Multi-disciplinary team.
- Utilized advanced physiotherapy tools and technologies to monitor player progress, driving informed decisions regarding treatment plans and return to play decisions.
First Team Physiotherapist
Huddersfield Town Football Club
08.2012 - 09.2013
- First Team Physiotherapist - some on field pitch side management with several teams
- Had own caseload of first team players,and fully responsible for all aspects of physiotherapy delivery, injury prevention strategies, and return to play protocols in conjunction with other members of Multi-disciplinary team.
- Engaged in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss player welfare, promoting holistic approaches to athlete care and performance.
- Utilized advanced physiotherapy tools and technologies to monitor player progress, driving informed decisions regarding treatment plans and return to play.
First Team Physiotherapist
Northampton Saints Rugby Union (Guinness Premiership)
01.2010 - 07.2012
- First Team Physiotherapist - Significant Pitch side exposure with multiple emergency management experience.
- Collected statistics to develop and implement treatment plans, and prevention strategies for future seasons
- Developed tailored rehabilitation programs for injured athletes, resulting in improved recovery times and performance levels for over 50 professional players as part of Multi-disciplinary team. This was varied in pathological nature due to high collision nature of sport
Full Time Reserve Team/Youth Team Physiotherapist/ Masseur 1st Team
Wigan Athletic Football Club (F.A. Premier League)
07.2006 - 07.2010
- Full Time Reserve Team/Youth Team Physiotherapist/ Masseur 1st Team.
- Regular Pitch side experience for youth and reserve teams
- Developed and implemented tailored rehabilitation programs for players, enhancing recovery and optimizing performance during the season.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term health and wellbeing.
- Liaised with local universities to provide extra support for players due to budget restrictions to provide a more optimal service to these young athletes
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Football Rehabilitation
Edge Hill University
03.2011
BSc Hons - Physiotherapy
Northumbria University
06.2006
Access To Health Course - Medical
Wigan & Leigh College
06.2003
High School - High School
Abraham Guest High School
06.1995
Skills
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Rehabilitation planning
- Analytical approach to practice
- Patient-centered treatment design
- Operations and staff development
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient engagement
- Caseload management
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Injury prevention specialist
- Performance metrics
References
- Liam, McGarry, Head Physiotherapist Blackpool FC. Formerly Sheffield Wednesday, Blackburn Rovers FC and Hull City FC Head Physiotherapist, +44 7526166906
- Brett, Whyborn, Director of Performance Medicine Cirque Du Soleil, brett.whyborn@cirquedusoleil.com, +1 438 826 6585, Cirque Du Soleil,
- Majid Khan, Clinical Director The Physio Lab Hong Kong, majidkhan@thephysiolab.fit, +852 9610 0367
Affiliations
- Member of Health Professions Council UK
- CSP Member - can be reactivated
- Registered Member of Part 1a Physiotherapist Physiotherapist’s Board of Hong Kong – Feb 2024- Ongoing
Personal Information
Post-Graduate Qualifications
- Advance Resuscitation and Emergency Aid – FA premier league endorsed
- RFU Pitch-side and Trauma Course - 3 day & 1-day Refresher Course
- The Sporting Knee – Assessment & Management
- Swiss Ball/Core Stability Course
- Lumbar Spine – Combined Movements
- Sacroiliac Joint – Grade V manipulations
- Shoulder Instability in Athletes
- Sports Medicine Updates – Orthteam Meetings
- Glenn Hunter – Specific Soft Tissue Mobilisation
- Tendonopathy Masterclass – Dr Jill Cook / Dr Jeremy Lewis
- ACSPM – R.I.C.E Principles update
- Upper Cervical Spine Manual Therapy Course
- The Shoulder Theory & Practice Dr Jeremy Lewis
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Introduction – Chris Myers
- Spinal Manipulation – Neil Langbridge
- Biodex Isokinetic Training Day
- Dianne Lee Evening Lecture – Pelvic Dysfunction & Hamstring Injury
- Dry Needling Modules 1-3 Physio UK
- Kinesio Taping Parts 1&2
- Fortius International Sports Injury Conference
- Cirque du Soleil management courses – Communication Styles
- Cirque Du Soleil Medical Conference – Guest Speaker on Wrist Assessment and Management
- International Conference on Medicine and Science in Athletics 2019. 3-Day course, at Aspetar Doha, Qatar
- TMJ Disorders: Causes, Symptoms and Relief. 1-Day course Doha, Qatar
- IAAF International Conference on Road Races in Extreme Environments. 1-Day Course Doha, Qatar
- Emergency Disaster Conference. A trauma system approach to mass casualty events: Best Practice and Evidence. 3-Day course Doha, Qatar
- Multiple In-Service Trainings: The International Physiotherapy Centre, Doha Qatar.
- 2024 – ST Johns Ambulance First Aid Trainers Certificate
- 2024 – USA Version Mental Health First Aid
Name
Senior Physiotherapist
Timeline
Head Physiotherapist
The Physio Lab
08.2024 - Current
Head of Performance Medicine / Head Therapist
Cirque Du Soleil – Acrobatic Theatre Company
04.2023 - 08.2024
Senior Physiotherapist
International Physiotherapy Centre, Doha, Qatar
10.2018 - 04.2023
Head of Performance Medicine
Cirque Du Soleil – Acrobatic Theatre Company
12.2016 - 09.2018
First Team Physiotherapist
Blackburn Rovers Football Club
09.2013 - 09.2016
First Team Physiotherapist
Huddersfield Town Football Club
08.2012 - 09.2013
First Team Physiotherapist
Northampton Saints Rugby Union (Guinness Premiership)
01.2010 - 07.2012
Full Time Reserve Team/Youth Team Physiotherapist/ Masseur 1st Team
Wigan Athletic Football Club (F.A. Premier League)
07.2006 - 07.2010
Postgraduate Diploma - Football Rehabilitation
Edge Hill University
BSc Hons - Physiotherapy
Northumbria University
Access To Health Course - Medical
Wigan & Leigh College
High School - High School
Abraham Guest High School