Athos Physio

Ive seen Nick for various injuries and mobility problems, from sciatica to shoulder issues and to just get a really good sports massage if I need it. He combines great treatment with clear explanations of how my body works and what I can do differently. That understanding has made a huge difference to my recovery and reduced pain. Id recommend him in a heartbeat.

Excellent physiotherapist! Im from Mexico and I injured myself while running during my stay in Manchester. I was looking for a physio and thank God I found him! He helped me so much and got me ready for my half marathon. I highly recommend him

Came in to the clinic to see Alan after recently moving to Manchester and couldnt recommend him enough! He was meticulous with his diagnosis, thorough with the treatment as well as working with me to come up with and put a structured rehab plan in place. Definitely worth getting yourself booked into see him!

I came to Nick about 3 months ago with an adductor injury keeping me off the football pitch, chronic lower back pain Id been carrying for years, and a recurring ankle weakness. Hands down one of the best decisions Ive made.

Nick was professional, flexible around my schedule, and always available whenever I had a question. Beyond the regular sessions and tailored strengthening programs - he stayed in constant contact, checking in on my progress and tracking milestones along the way. What made the sessions stand out is how targeted they are, he doesnt just treat the symptoms but digs into the root cause of each issue and builds the treatment around that

I didnt just recover. I came back more informed about the root causes of my injuries, what to adjust, and how to prevent them going forward. The programs he built are adaptable and fit around my life. Im back to competitive football now and honestly in better shape than before. Cant recommend him enough.

I came in for physiotherapy sessions with Nick because of severe neck pain that made it difficult to sleep and even turn my head. After just two sessions, the pain is almost completely gone. Nick was knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful throughout the treatment. Would highly recommend.

After having a football injury originally diagnosed by another physio as a Hamstring tear, I went to Athos for another opinion. Nick immediately identified ACL and meniscus tears and signposted me to an MRI scan, with a discount on the cost. Nick helped with pre-surgery exercises and massages. After my surgery he was honest with rehab timescales and developed a programme of training which was realistic and achievable when working full time. I was back at football training 9 months post-surgery and returned to competitive matches 12 months post-surgery. Eight months later I am still working with Nick because I trust him to continue to help get the best results for me and keep me accountable in training. He is excellent at explaining the reasons for pain and how to address them. Best of all, he is a great guy who you can talk to about everything!

Ive seen a few physios over the years but Nick at Athos has been the best by a mile! His expertise and guidance around my shoulder injury has helped my recovery immeasurably and the hands-on work has been a great help too. Highly recommend if you are in need of physio in Manchester!

I booked a sports massage with Alan for shoulder issues due to overtraining causing some tightness and pain. It made a noticeable difference after just one session. Alan was knowledgeable and answered all my questions. He clearly understood the demands of my training and focused on improving mobility and helping me perform better, rather than just looking at normal day-to-day function.

Had a sports massage with Alan. Sound guy overall. Had lower back pain and tight hamstrings - diagnosed my problem area straight away. The pressure was good! Definitely felt a lot lighter after!

Amazing experience! Needed a super last minute appointment and Alan was really accommodating. Had a wrist injury that was gradually getting worse but have noticed a huge difference since my appointment! Also really appreciate the details sent after the appointment, felt really in depth and made sure I didnt just have to remember everything he told me during the appointment.

I had a sports massage with Alan and it was easily the best I have had in my life. The level of knowledge this man has is unbelievable and he gave excellent advice on how to improve my posture and prevent tightness in my back. Highly recommend!

Amazing physio and rehab by Alan Davey and Athos Physio. I had 5 sessions with Alan after an injury I got at the gym, which appeared to be sciatica. Alan treated my injury excellently, and I started feeling better within one week of our first session. He provided hands-on treatment at the point of injury that felt really relieving in terms of pain and mobility, and he also suggested workouts I could do at the gym or at home to improve my core strength and mobility. Following his treatment, I'm now fully functional and stronger, doing my gym workouts with greater confidence. I also found very helpful that my rehab workouts were recorded on my phone, so I could do them correctly when at home or in the gym.
Thanks, Alan, for all the support. I highly recommend Alan and Athos Physio!

I had a sports massage with Alan before an event and it was amazing!!! I felt so much better, hes very knowledgable and gave me some great advice on ways to improve my injury, couldnt recommend him more.

Alan is an incredible physio! Cannot recommend him highly enough. He's really knowledgable and helped me to understand the reasons behind my back injury and pain. Every session I was given tailored, specific exercises and treatment plan. My pain and mobility improved significantly. Alan is also extremely friendly, personable and so easy to get along with, I really enjoyed my sessions. I can't thank him enough for everything he's done to help me recover!

Nick was really helpful and professional throughout my treatment at Athos Physio. I came in for my first session in quite a lot of pain with a back issue, and after the assessment I already felt physically and mentally better knowing I was making progress. He put together a course of sessions that really helped, and I felt well supported throughout.

Both Nick and Alan are very professional and the treatments have been all good. My body situation makes me feeling quite bad in daily life but after visiting here every single time I would feel rebirth... by the way Alan is a very hard working and passionate person with very very very good memory, really appreciated :)

I couldnt recommend Alan enough. He is really friendly, professional, and genuinely cares about his patients. I went to him with quite bad back pain, and from the start he was honest about how many sessions Id likely need, which I really appreciated. It never felt like he was just trying to keep me coming back he actually wants you to get better.
He always follows up with helpful messages and videos so you can continue your exercises at home, which makes such a difference. Hes also really easy to talk to and puts you at ease straight away.
Overall, a brilliant physio who goes above and beyond.

I came to see Alan for a running injury Id been putting off for way too long, and I honestly wish Id booked in sooner! I felt listened to and completely at ease from the moment I walked into our first session.

Alan has a great amount of knowledge, but you can tell he also genuinely cares about his clients - and Im already feeling a massive difference after just a couple of appointments. What I value loads is that he takes the time to explain why something might feel a certain way and the importance of every exercise or movement that we work through - it has completely shifted my perspective for the better on building a strong foundation for my running.

Rather than just treating the injury, he actually works with you to understand your goals as well. Alan is a true professional and just brilliant at what he does. Highly recommend!

Ive been working with Nick at Athos Physio for a knee overuse injury, and the improvement has been great. He put together a clear rehab plan and did a great job explaining the cause of the issue and the purpose behind each exercise. The approach was really thoughtful and practical, and I started noticing real progress fairly quickly. Id definitely recommend Nick to anyone looking for effective physio support.

Ive been to see Nick for 3-4 different injuries over the past few years, and every time the experience has been excellent. He quickly finds the issue, provides targeted treatment that brings immediate relief, and gives clear, practical exercises to support recovery. What really stands out is how well he explains whats going on and how efficiently he gets you back to full fitness. Ive seen a number of physios over the years, and Nick is by far the best at diagnosing and fixing problems quickly! Highly recommend.

This guy Alan Davey, is a powerhouse.

I went there in severe lower back.

He gave me the utmost personal service

And after it I felt nothing, it was like magic.

Ill travel to Manchester all the way from Kent to get treatment, he is that good!

Nick has been fantastic. My rehab has accelerated noticeably despite struggling with a long-term injury and having physio in the past. He explains things clearly and his experience shines through. Massage is brutal, but no pain, no gain!

One of my colleagues recommended Alan to treat my tennis elbow. Honestly one of the best decisions that Ive made booking in with him. Id had pretty bad pain for the past 6 months and he was able to significantly relieve it after the first session. Really knowledgeable, professional and genuinely a really nice guy. Highly recommended!

I started seeing Alan at Athos after getting issues with my back, I was in a great deal of pain and after just three sessions it feels almost back to normal. Alan is extremely knowledgeable and made me feel at ease, would highly recommend!

I had a great experience with Allen, he was very knowledgeable / Obsessed with physiotherapy and the human body. This was my first session.

I booked for a deep tissue massage. He really worked out all of the knots in my shoulders, traps and lats.

I spoke to him about an injury with my calf and he made sure to look into that and gave me some exercises to work on.

For reference my background is climbing, running and calisthenics, Since he is active in sport himself it means he is aware of what the body puts itself through.

Exceptional physio from Alan at Athos Physio! Had a few sessions with Alan regarding multiple chronic issues and Alan was professional and personable at all times, with a no nonsense approach that got to the root of my issues straight away.
I cant recommend Alan highly enough. From the first appointment, they were genuinely invested in helping me recover. They took the time to explain what was going on with my injury in clear terms and built a treatment plan that actually made sense for my goals.
The sessions were always focused and effective, and I noticed real improvements quickly. They combine hands-on treatment with practical exercises and advice thats easy to follow at home. Outstanding.

Had a great sports massage with Alan he was knowledgeable, professional, and really listened to what I needed. The treatment made an immediate difference and I left feeling so much looser. Highly recommend!

I have only seen Nick twice, so far. He's really amazing at what he does, I went to him with a back issue and I feel so much better already. He's friendly and inviting and he made me feel at ease. Thanks Nick, I will be booking in again soon

Ive been to Alan a few times for deep tissue/ sports massages and always had an amazing service. Alan is very friend and easy to talk to when youre having your treatment. He has helped me in prep and for post hyrox and half marathon training. I will be booking again with him very soon.

I have been treated by Nick for around 8 or 9 sessions now for my upper back and my symptoms have greatly improved. I receive sports massages and he has taught me a variety of exercises to help in the long term. I would highly recommend!

Ive been working with Nick remotely for a few months to improve my overhead mobility, and the progress has been incredible. After years of only making small gains, Nick helped me achieve noticeable, meaningful improvements in a relatively short time. He put together a clear, thoughtful roadmap and did an excellent job explaining the why and mechanics behind every exercise, which made the process both effective and empowering. Im excited to continue working with him and highly recommend him to anyone looking for real results.

Such a helpful session! Alan was so friendly and welcoming and really took the time to understand my injury concerns and offer helpful and manageable solutions for building my strength in the muscle back up, would 100% recommend!

I've been having physio with Alan for a few months now for an old elbow tendinopathy injury that's never recovered. Alan is a brilliant physio, super friendly, really knowledgeable. Alan's approach has helped me to stay more consistent by not overload me with too many exercises. His advice has changed my mindset around my injury and has helped me to get back into lifting weights helping me to build a strong foundation so I can do pole again pain free. Thanks Alan!

Ive seen my fair share of physios over the years, but Nick stands out for a few key reasons. He doesnt just treat the symptoms, he explains the why behind everything with clarity and calm confidence. His ability to break things down simply (without dumbing them down) makes it easy to understand whats going on and what needs to happen next.

Theres a clear roadmap from day one. No vague lets see how it goes approach. Nick lays out practical milestones so you actually feel like youre progressing, not just showing up and guessing.

Beyond that, hes just genuinely easy to be around. Approachable, down-to-earth, and clearly cares about the people he works with. You never feel rushed or like youre being fed generic advice, everything is tailored, and it shows.

Highly recommend.

A great experience from the first session to most recent, and with results to match. Both Nick and Alan are friendly, professional and their knowledge is so apparent with being able to identify what to work on in an instant. As someone who's been to a few other physiotherapists it became apparent within just the first session that this was next level as an overall experience - I couldn't recommend more.

Quite simply the best physio Ive ever been to - head and shoulders above any other Ive seen. Nick is brilliant at understanding the problem, explaining it really clearly, giving a mix of exercises and activations that are never overwhelming, and doing massage treatment that directly addresses the issue. He addressed two chronic injuries within weeks; for one, I had previously seen seven different physios, had two steroid injections and surgery, and nothing worked - Im now back playing the sport I love. These appointments have been genuinely life changing and I cant recommend Athos Physio enough.

Huge thanks to Nick for helping me recover from my groin injury. They explained everything clearly, gave me a proper rehab plan, and the treatment has really helped me get my strength and movement back. Really supportive and easy to work withdefinitely recommend.

Nick has been extremely helpful from day one. I originally went for a 15 minute consultation and during this time Nick did brief testing to help diagnose and talk me through how hed be able to support me through rehab. Following on from this I booked in sessions where Nick took the time to talk me though my diagnosis as well as providing me with a variety of different strength/flexibility exercises I could do both in the gym and at home. In additional to this, Nick has been really helpful and responded to any questions/advice Ive needed outside of our sessions. I would highly recommend and if I ever need further treatment I wouldnt think twice about going back to Athos Physio

My first visit to Athos Physio for a deep tissue massage, and I have to say, Alan was TOP quality. I walked out a new woman. He was very personable from the minute I met him, he listened well, addressed my concerns, shared some really helpful advice. Ive had many deep tissue massages and that was one of the best. Ill definitely be booking in again and recommending him. Thanks Alan!!

The only regrettable thing about this review is that I can only give 5 stars. Everybody is raving a lot about Nick, but I think Alan deserves to be well-represented here too. Alan welcomed me with a very pleasant demeanor and Irish accent, and he put me at ease and comfortable all throughout. Very skilled professional and who was able to anatomically localize my issues. We talked about travelling for work and leisure, beverages, sports, football, and human anatomy, particularly the rotator cuff muscles, but I am sure that you can politely request fewer conversations -- but know that feedback to the physiotherapist during treatment is often useful. I will definitely book his services again at F45 the next time I visit Manchester.

Alan is such a good physio. It was my first time at the clinic and I was so impressed. His knowledge and treatment were amazing. Sorted me out in a day. Im about to deliver yoga to 100 people and my leg was giving me problems. Not only did he sort the problem out he helped me with tips to stop it from reoccurring. The clinic is in a lovely setting and he is so welcoming, I felt completely at ease. The treatment was intense in a good way, and Alan was good at distracting me in conversation when certain areas hurt a bit. I will definitely be visiting the clinic again.

Booked in with Alan for a sports massage to sort my legs out after the Marathon. Alan is very knowledgeable and understands what may be causing any pain. He is one of the most dedicated guys I know, who loves to give the best service possible.

Alan is a great, super friendly guy who loves a loves a chat, whilst keeping things professional. I could not recommend him anymore.

I genuinely believe this is one of the best physio clinics in the world. Nick should be the blueprint for how modern physios work. At the gym today I was realising how much of what I do is based on Nicks advice and thought I have to come back here to express my gratitude, it was life changing. Nick figured out issues with very up to date research and told me in depth what I could expect from the rehab and he did his absolute best to oversee what I was doing and ensure I was on the right track. Other physios have told me Im one of their easiest clients to work with and my knowledge of it all is very impressive. I tell them things were not always like that and I give Nick the credit for teaching me so much and reframing my mindset. Dont waste your time going anywhere else Nick is an absolutely exceptional physio.

I had a great experience with my physio sessions after hurting my back during a workout. Nick was really kind and professional, he not only provided effective massage therapy to relieve my pain, but also taught me exercises to help me recover faster and prevent future injuries. By the end of the five sessions, I was feeling much better and even gained a better understanding of how to work out safely. I highly recommend Nick if youre looking for someone whos both knowledgeable and genuinely cares about your recovery.

I highly recommend Athos! I was dealing with ongoing neck and back pain due to cervical spondylosis, which was really affecting my confidence, especially when it came to continuing with martial arts. Nick was incredibly knowledgeable and supportive throughout the entire process.

From the first session, he made me feel at ease and explained everything clearly not just the treatment, but also how I could better manage my condition long term. His hands-on approach, combined with tailored exercises, made a huge difference. Over time, my mobility improved, and most importantly, I regained the confidence to get back to doing what I love.

If you're looking for a physio in Manchester city centre who genuinely cares and delivers results, Athos Physio is the place to go!

I couldn't recommend Nick any more. I have been seeing Nick for years and he really cares about his clients and helping them achieve the results they are after. He is consistently learning and improving himself to be a better physio whilst growing and succeeding in his business. If you are after a quality and personal service then Athos Physio is the place for you!

I booked to see Nick after suffering with a sore neck and shoulders, he was quick to work his magic, after a few sessions and with some recommended exercise which Nick sent me videos for, the pain has improved loads. Nick makes you feel really relaxed and explains everything that he is doing and how to make improvements. I couldn't recommend Nick enough, great with his hands and lovely guy

Nick is amazing! After years of dealing with chronic tendinitis in my ankle that very fancy orthopaedic doctors havent been able to help, Nick provided practical, sensible strength and mobility exercises that have made a huge difference and today allowed me to go on my first pain free run in a very long time. He is very knowledgeable, friendly, smart, easy going, and wise. Hes also fun to chat with and actually makes physio fun. I am beyond lucky I found him!