About our Leicester physio clinic

Award-winning sports physiotherapy with a personalised approach to injury rehabilitation, built on more than 12 years in professional sport.

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Our story

A personalised approach to injury rehabilitation

Rob Leather Physiotherapy is one of the most sought-after physiotherapy services in the East Midlands. It was created with one priority: the needs of each client. We listen to your goals and give you a clear, realistic plan to achieve them.

We combine current, evidence-based physiotherapy with more than 12 years of work in professional sport. The team has a wide range of clinical and rehabilitation skills, so we can manage a broad spectrum of sporting and everyday injuries with successful outcomes.

Whether you are a professional athlete, a weekend runner or simply want to move without pain, you get the same standard of care.

His standards are that of an elite athlete, his passion to make it to the top of his profession is stamped through him, but his very personal approach was a breath of fresh air.

Paul NixonEngland and Leicestershire cricketer

The new clinic

A larger, purpose-built clinic at Barshaw Business Park

In March 2026 we moved to Number 9, Barshaw Business Park, Leycroft Road. The new clinic was designed to deliver every part of physiotherapy and rehabilitation to the highest standard.

The rehabilitation gym with a power rack, bench and a full rack of dumbbells

A private treatment room with an adjustable couch, desk and framed cricket shirt

A second treatment room with a couch, anatomy posters and a framed football shirt

The reception and waiting area with navy sofas

Facilities

4 private treatment rooms, 2 on the ground floor
Spacious waiting and reception area
Fully equipped rehabilitation gym
Free parking on site
Covered bike park
Disabled access and facilities

Getting here

Free parking
5 spaces in front of the clinic entrance, with overflow parking behind units 11 to 15 (Kelvin Power).
By bus
Tolwell Road stop, about 2 minutes' walk (bus 40N), or Leycroft Road stop, about 5 minutes' walk (buses 25 and 26).
Accessible
Disabled access, with 2 of our 4 treatment rooms on the ground floor.

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Professional sport experience

Over 12 years at the highest levels of sport

The team has provided physiotherapy and sports medicine to professional teams and organisations including England Cricket, Leicestershire County Cricket Club, Leicester Tigers, Leicester Riders basketball and Denstone College.

Leicestershire County Cricket Club2008 to 2018

2008 to 2018

Leicestershire County Cricket Club

Rob Leather was first-team physiotherapist for 10 years, and from 2010 to 2018 the sole provider of physiotherapy to the club. We provided daily physiotherapy for all the professionally contracted cricketers:

Managing all injuries sustained by players and coaches
Screening and risk profiling players and their environment to minimise injury
Developing training programmes with the strength and conditioning coaches
Off-season injury prevention work in the gym to maximise elite performance

Rob was part of the Leicestershire side that won the domestic T20 competition in 2011, qualifying for the T20 Champions League in India in 2012.

Since 2009

England Cricket

Rob has supported numerous England Cricket programmes based at the National Performance Centre at Loughborough University.

2009
England U17s

Development pathway winter training programme and overseas tour to India.
2010 to 2016
Elite fast bowling programme

Athletic development of England's future fast bowlers, based in Loughborough, India and South Africa.
2018 to 2019
England U19s

Match day cover for the U19 team and the regional Super Fours competition.

2010 to 2021

Leicester Tigers

Senior Therapist Will Gowtage was a key part of the medical and rehabilitation team at Leicester Tigers for 11 years, including the 2013 Premiership-winning season.

Will was responsible for the daily management of the international and senior squad players, working closely within a multidisciplinary team to make sure every player received cutting-edge medical care.

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Independent school, Staffordshire

Denstone College

We provide physiotherapy to Denstone College, a school with a strong sporting tradition and many pupils aspiring to become elite athletes. Our role includes:

A weekly sports injury clinic at the college
Supporting the strength and conditioning coaches with player development programmes
Pitchside cover for all senior rugby matches and sevens tournaments
Medical support on pre-season rugby tours to Japan and North Wales

Awards

Recognised across the East Midlands

Our work has been recognised by independent healthcare and business awards three times.

WinnerBest Sports Injury Physiotherapist, East Midlands2018 GHP Private Healthcare Awards
WinnerLeading East Midlands Sport Injury Physiotherapy Practice2019 GHP Private Healthcare Awards
WinnerBest Sport Rehabilitation Therapy Provider, East Midlands2019 UK Enterprise Awards

Professional registrations

Qualified, registered and accountable

All our physiotherapists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are members of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), so the quality of our care is both audited and accountable.

Other registrations within the team include the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Sports and Exercise Medicine (ACPSM), the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP), the British Association of Sport and Exercise Medicine (BASEM) and the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT).

Private medical insurance

A recognised provider for leading insurers

Rob Leather Physiotherapy is a recognised physiotherapy provider for numerous private medical insurance programmes.

AXA Health
Aviva
Bupa
Cigna
Vitality
WPA
Simplyhealth

We can provide pre-authorised physiotherapy and rehabilitation programmes through your private medical insurance cover. Farin, our medical receptionist, will help you with the pre-authorisation.

Client reviews

What our clients say

Kind words from clients who came to us with sporting injuries, long-standing pain and everything in between.

Rob is an expert in his field. He really goes the extra mile to give his patients the best possible treatment available. I woke up one morning and could barely walk because of my lower back. I had three sessions with a chiropractor and didn't feel the treatment was helping, so I found Rob after reading a few positive reviews. This was the best decision I had made.

After my first session I could tell Rob was a genuine guy with a passion for his work. Over a few months he really helped me get back to normality, which meant a lot to me as I am normally a very active person. I highly recommend Rob.

L GSevere lower back pain

I went to see Rob after dealing with hip pain which occurred after lifting in the gym. Within two sessions my hip pain was no longer present, and I was able to lift again without pain. On my third session, Rob examined my lifting form and found flaws in my posture, which were quickly fixed within the session.

A few weeks after discharge I am back squatting and deadlifting, feeling much stronger and healthier than before, but more importantly, pain free! I found Rob to be very insightful and caring, and would highly recommend his service.

Kamal RajputHip pain after lifting

After suffering for months with a nasty foot problem I found Rob on the internet and booked to see him. Within a few visits I was already seeing signs of major improvement. Words can't describe how much I can thank him for what he did for me, and if I get any other problems I would not hesitate to see him again.

Steven LeaderLong-standing foot problem

Thoroughly recommended. Rob has the sports pedigree to back up physical treatment with professional knowledge and practical guidance. He provided the treatment I needed after suffering a severe ankle injury and, of equal importance perhaps, helped me ask the right questions when dealing with my doctors and consultants.

Dafydd PrichardSevere ankle injury

Went to see Rob after a few months of house extension stress and DIY had got the better of me, and after a few sessions he managed to break my muscles back into submission. It was exactly what I needed: no-nonsense, sports-style massage, with some good tips on how to help myself further. Highly recommended!

Angela EngertMuscle tension after months of DIY

Professional reference

Rob has had the privilege of working with some of the best cricketers in the world through his work with Leicestershire County Cricket and his support to a number of England programmes, where he has been a physio of choice. One of his areas of expertise lies in functionally screening his athletes and putting protocols in place to iron out imbalances and create a well-rounded sports person who is robust enough to withstand the rigours of modern sport. His injury reduction statistics are a testament to his effectiveness in this area.

Pete McKnightStrength and conditioning coach and performance consultant

I was struggling to walk when I first visited Rob with a long-standing back problem. I have made huge improvements in less than two months. With his professional help I have my life back.

Jan ButcherLong-standing back problem

We use Rob for two of our orthopaedic clients. The feedback we have received for him is excellent and we would not hesitate to recommend him.

Maia RehabilitationReferrer for orthopaedic clients

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