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Tim Rickard
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Clinical Director, PhysioDirect
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Join date: Jan 17, 2022
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Tim is the Clinical Director and founder of PhysioDirect, established in 1995. A graduate of the University of Nottingham and a former RAF serviceman, Tim was inspired to pursue physiotherapy following personal sports injuries sustained during his time as a competitive canoeist. His career began in the NHS, where he specialised in musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy and quickly gained recognition for his clinical effectiveness and teaching ability.
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Apr 8, 2026 ∙ 3 min
From Deep Tissue to Trigger Point: Sports Massage Techniques Explained in Plain English
By using the right sports massage techniques, you can help your body feel and function better for your needs at the time. It doesn’t have to be painful to be effective.
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Mar 24, 2026 ∙ 6 min
Sports Massage vs Relaxation Massage: Which Should You Choose?
Massage therapy is well-known for its ability to relieve stress, ease muscle tension, and boost overall well-being. But did you know that not all massages are created equal? Two popular options, sports massage and relaxation massage, offer unique benefits but serve very different purposes.
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Feb 20, 2026 ∙ 4 min
Heat vs. Ice: When to Use Each for Injury Recovery
Understanding when to apply heat or ice can significantly affect the speed and comfort of healing from an injury.
This article will explore heat vs. ice, explaining how each method helps manage pain, reduce inflammation and support injury recovery.
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