Physiotherapy For Sports Injuries in Southampton
How Physiotherapy Helped a Former Footballer Rediscover Strength & Confidence
Dan Gregson grew up immersed in football. His sporting career saw him play for Everton FC, as well as Myerscough College, Lancaster City, Northwich Victoria, Weston-Super-Mare, and Stockport County.
He also had trials with Dundee and Cheltenham, and proudly represented England Colleges U19. After years of competing, Dan became a personal trainer, working internationally before eventually moving into youth work with the Church of England.
But despite a life built on physical performance, Dan’s past injuries had left lasting marks on his health.
The Challenge: Complex Symptoms Impacting Daily Life
Dan sought physiotherapy at Restored Eden Physiotherapy due to:
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A longstanding knee injury from football, which created a sense of apprehension around movement and exercise
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Neck pain and migraines resulting from a stiff and restricted neck
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Stomach pain, believed to be psychosomatic in nature
These issues were not just physical — they affected Dan’s confidence, wellbeing, and relationship with exercise.
The Restored Eden Approach: Combining Physical Treatment with Emotional Understanding
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Dan’s treatment focused on manual therapy and conversation.
Lois, the physiotherapist, used:
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Massage and mobilisation techniques to the neck, back, and shoulders, relieving pressure and improving mobility
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Time spent talking through Dan’s football history, the emotional challenges he faced from his knee injury, and how this shaped his current struggles with exercise
This combination helped relieve the physical tension in his neck, eliminating both the neck pain and migraines. Importantly, discussing his long-term relationship with sport contributed to resolving his stomach pain and allowed him to reconnect with movement in a more confident way.
The Outcome: Pain Reduction and Renewed Enjoyment of Activity
Following his sessions:
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Dan’s neck was freed up, eliminating both neck pain and associated migraines
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Stomach discomfort resolved, after addressing deeper emotional tensions
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He experienced renewed motivation and confidence to engage in physical activity
Dan is now enjoying wild swimming and plans to begin training for triathlons — a significant step forward from where he began.
A True Example of Holistic Healing
Dan’s story highlights the personalised, compassionate care offered at Restored Eden Physiotherapy — treating not just the body, but understanding the whole person.
If you're carrying unresolved pain or fear from past injuries, our team is here to help.
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