Meet Our Chartered Physiotherapists
About Leonie
Leonie Shipley BSc (Hons), PGCert, MCSP
Lead Physiotherapist – Running Injuries & Gait Analysis
Leonie is the Lead Physiotherapist at Accelerate Physiotherapy and works full time within the practice. She graduated from Sheffield Hallam University in 2012 with a First-Class Honours degree in Physiotherapy and has extensive experience across NHS musculoskeletal services. She is a qualified First Contact Practitioner, having completed postgraduate training in First Contact Physiotherapy and the recognised FCP roadmap.
Leonie has a particular interest in running-related injuries and supporting runners at all levels. As an accomplished runner herself, she brings a strong understanding of the physical and mental demands of training, recovery, and competition.
Leonie understands the challenge of balancing training with work and family life and is passionate about helping runners manage setbacks, return to running safely, and work towards their individual goals.
Qualifications and Training
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy - First Class
PGCert in First Contact Physiotherapy
Postgraduate qualification in Injection Therapy
Qualified First Contact Practitioner – FCP roadmap completed
Qualification in Acupuncture
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (No: 0901039)
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (No: PH9926)
Runner profile
800m PB: 2:16
5km PB: Sub-18 minutes
10km PB: 37:44
Half Marathon PB: 1:20
Marathon PB: 2:55
Longest Ultra: 50miles
Leonie's philosophy
I believe staying active is one of the best investments we can make in our long-term health and wellbeing. My aim is to help people overcome injury in a way that fits around the realities of work, family and everyday life, giving them the confidence to return to the activities they enjoy and continue leading an active lifestyle.
About Antony
Antony Chan MSc, BSc (Hons), MCSP
Chartered Physiotherapist & Advanced Clinical Practitioner (MSK)
Antony is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Advanced Clinical Practitioner in musculoskeletal care, with a particular interest in running-related injuries and rehabilitation. He graduated from Sheffield Hallam University in 2012 with a First-Class Honours degree in Physiotherapy and has since developed extensive experience across NHS musculoskeletal services.
He completed an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy) at the University of Birmingham, achieving a Distinction. In his NHS advanced practice role, Antony assesses people with complex musculoskeletal conditions, works closely with orthopaedic services and has extensive experience considering the need for investigations and specialist referral, including the use of X-rays, ultrasound and MRI. This background brings an additional level of clinical reasoning to his work at Accelerate Physiotherapy.
Antony also has a strong interest in strength and conditioning and the management of running-related injuries. As a runner himself, with experience across road racing, marathon and ultra-distance events, he understands the demands of training and the frustration that comes when injury gets in the way.
Qualifications and Training
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy), University of Birmingham – Distinction
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy – First Class
Postgraduate Qualification in Injection Therapy
Postgraduate Training in Extended Scope / Advanced Musculoskeletal Practice
Qualification in Acupuncture
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (No: PH100344)
Runner Profile
5km PB: 21:30
10km PB: 45:07
1/2 Marathon PB: 1:47
Longest Ultra: 50 miles
Antony's philosophy
I believe good physiotherapy starts with listening. Every injury has a story, and understanding the person behind the symptoms is just as important as the examination itself. My aim is to provide a clear explanation of what may be causing the problem, discuss the options openly and work together on a realistic plan. Whether the goal is returning to running, getting back to sport or simply moving comfortably again, rehabilitation should fit the person rather than the other way around.
Our shared approach
Accelerate Physiotherapy has supported people with musculoskeletal injuries since 2016. Between us, we have over 28 years of combined physiotherapy experience, including extensive work within NHS musculoskeletal services.
As runners ourselves, we understand both the highs of training and chasing personal bests and the frustrations of managing injury. This lived experience, combined with evidence-informed clinical practice, shapes how we assess, advise, and rehabilitate people with running-related and activity-related injuries.
Although we specialise in working with runners, you do not need to be a runner to see us. We also support active adults and people involved in a wide range of sports and physical activities.
We believe everyone deserves the confidence to live an active life. Our role is not simply to treat an injury, but to understand the person behind it, explain what's happening, and provide the knowledge and support needed to return to the activities that matter most. Every rehabilitation programme is tailored to your goals, your lifestyle and your journey.
28
Years of combined experience
Accelerate Physiotherapy
Specialists in running-related injury treatment and rehab.
88 Stoney Lane
Spondon
Derby
DE21 7QG
acceleratephysiotherapy1@gmail.com
07969 108925 / 07879 878088
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