Chris Royston
Physiotherapist
With over 15 years of expertise in professional sports and clinical practice, Chris is a highly skilled physiotherapist dedicated to optimising patient outcomes. Having led the physical performance and medicine departments at Yorkshire’s Bradford City and Rotherham United, Chris brings a wealth of experience in enhancing athletic performance and managing injuries at elite levels. His tenure in professional sport has honed his ability to design tailored rehabilitation and conditioning programmes that drive recovery and peak performance.
As a former part-time NHS First Contact Practitioner, Chris mastered the assessment and management of complex musculoskeletal conditions, delivering rapid and accurate diagnoses to diverse patient groups. This clinical expertise ensures a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to physiotherapy, blending cutting-edge techniques with compassionate care.
Finally, Chris serves as a guest lecturer on the Sport and Exercise Medicine Diploma/MSc at the University of South Wales, sharing insights with the next generation of practitioners. The course teaches students about the management of medical illness and injury that can arise in sport alongside wider learning of what working in professional sport is really like. At Fara Physiotherapy, Chris is committed to helping you achieve your health and fitness goals with expert care.
In my spare time I like to spend time in the gym, walk my Labrador over Ilkley Moor, or you may find me in a local park with my two young sons Roman and Raife
“I have been a client of Siobhãn for more than two years. I have quite a complex and shifting physical condition which Siobhãn has managed with expert skill, motivation, and a keen ability to keep me positive and moving forward in, at times, quite challenging circumstances. Siobhãn has created a brilliant mix of very targeted Yoga, Pilates, and physiotherapy to keep me functioning. I wholeheartedly recommend Siobhãn and her practice.”
Clare Peter
“Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
Couldn’t recommend Siobhan enough, she is knowledgeable, professional and has made a huge difference to my long running back pain issue in a short space of time.
She took the time to really listen and understand my problem, assessed me and put together a programme that was easy to understand and really effective.
I only wish I had found Nidd Valley Physio sooner.”
Jenny Smail
“Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
Excellent treatment from a knowledgeable, caring professional. My wife and I have been seeing Siobhan for over two years now, both pilates and physiotherapy. The results achieved have been marvellous. She takes the time to assess your condition, develop a remedial plan and make it all understandable. Her enthusiasm is infectious. In short, she is a superstar who has managed to keep us mobile. Highly recommend.”
Robert Kandler
“Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality
My husband and i first started to see Siobhan for Physio Therapy for separate issues. The information and treatment we both received has been second to none. We were asked at the time to take a small video of the exercises we were to carry out at home to aid recovery and build strength. We both felt this was a great idea and very useful to ensure we were doing the exercises correctly.
We now continue to see Siobhan for Pilates classes to improve our strength, Balance and mobility which we both thoroughly enjoy.
We would and have previously reccomended Nidd Valley Physio.”
Julie Morgan
“I had back pain for a couple of years, but was able to resolve it after a few trips to Nidd Valley Physio. It seems my problem was actually in my hips. Tom was able to sort me out with some exercises and habits which have been very effective, I have been without pain for a couple of months now. Overall a great experience.”
Brandon Erickson
“My experience at Nidd Valley Physio has been great. Tom was very friendly and professional and the session I had, along with the exercises I was recommended, have helped me enormously. It was great to talk to someone who understood my sport and could diagnose the issue so accurately. I can highly recommend!”
Alice Lavender