University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic — Physiotherapist in Bristol, England
AddressUniversity of Indoor Sports Centre 3 Tyndall Ave BS8 1TP, Bristol, ENG
Phone+441174283200
Websitebristol.ac.uk
Gerry Gallacher is a physiotherapist at the University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic, offering expert care to students, staff, and the wider public. He specialises in treating back and hip problems, utilising a hands-on, holistic approach to restore function and ease pain. Gerry provides tailored advice and exercises, focusing on helping clients return to physical activity and improve their overall wellbeing. His treatment approach is described as responsive, thoughtful, and effective, with a strong emphasis on client education and support throughout the recovery process.
Best for
- Individuals with back pain
- Athletes with sports injuries
- University students and staff
- Public seeking physiotherapy
| Key services | Physiotherapy, Osteopathy, Massage, Sports Massage, Neck/shoulder massage, Lower-body runners' massage |
| Languages | English |
| Tags | physiotherapy, sports medicine, back pain, hip pain, injury recovery, exercise therapy, manual therapy, bristol, university of bristol |
Reviews on Google4.6 · 11 reviews
I had the most awful neck and shoulder pain. Everything was ouch simple things like putting a sweater on were painful. A very detailed assessment by Gerry Gallacher isolated the problem. Not a quick fix but with his help and exercises I feel like me again. Gerry is hugely knowledgeable, clearly loves his work and I learned so much. I will miss my sessions as I am now out of pain. Many thanks.
I have recovered from the painful bad back and I' m grateful to Gerry Gallagher for his treatment. As he predicted I 'd couple of days post treatment when back was little uncomfortable but it soon recovered from there. I was almost immediately able to return to Gym work ( Cardio and Strengthening ) and with help of my PT she has given me strategies to improve warm ups etc. For me the continuity of it all was crucial. Sometimes pain or injury demotivates you but your team have got me back to where I want to be and need to be. Thanks,
Gerry's prompt attention and care made a real difference to help my back problem. I'm grateful for the advice and support provided. It’s reassuring to know that we have such a responsive and thoughtful team looking out for our wellbeing.
The physiotherapist was very professional and his massages were really effective. However, the last two sessions felt more like psychology sessions than massages, as we just talked. The appointment for the second-to-last session was chaotic because the administrator got the dates wrong and gave me an appointment for a day the physiotherapist was on his annual leave. So the next appointment was very rushed, as the administrator had to squeeze me in between other appointments already scheduled for other patients. I tried to be understanding and let it go. But the last session was the same in that I didn't receive the massage I was supposed to get. So I'm left disappointed that he didn't do his job when he was supposed to. For this reason i only give 3 stars.
What a brilliant service! Professional, effective, and completely sorted out my hip problem. Gerry was fantastic - the exercises were pitch perfect for my injury. Highly recommended - I'd go back in a flash for treatment at the clinic.
Thank you very much for great help!
Gerry was fabulous for all my back issues Would highly recommend the sports clinic for physio.
Staff are friendly, effective, I would also say cost efficient from a student perspective
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