Jonathan Collier

MSc BSc (Hons) BASRaT

Jonathan founded Injury Rehabilitation in 2017 after having originally teamed with Maria Westwell and Gus Muncaster in 2015.

About Jonathan

After graduating with a First-Class Honours degree from the University of Bolton, Jonathan then went on to complete his Master of Science Degree in Sports Injury Rehabilitation at the University of Salford in 2017. He also completed his training in acupuncture for Sports Injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, making him a fully accredited member of the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers.


His most recent individual accolade was being nominated for and ultimately winning ‘Best Service – Greater Manchester’ at the Fitness & Nutrition awards in 2020 and ‘Therapist of the Year’ at the Bolton Health & Wellbeing awards. He was also a major factor in the Injury Mechanics team being awarded ‘Leading Pioneers in Injury Rehabilitation’ in 2021.


His sporting experience is a collective of professional and academy level rugby league, professional boxers, Olympic wrestling, ironmen, competitive body builders and football. Most recently working with Manchester City Women’s Football Team.


His main area of interest and expertise is the neck and spine, including sciatica, spondylitis, management of disc injuries and nerve compression. With his interest in strength training, he is also able to specifically measure and analyse data for strength and force output of individual joints. Jonathan not only works with Olympic athletes, Ironmen and endrance athletes, he is also a keen and dedicated marathon runner, therefore providing him with specific insight into the demands of running and endurance sports, the requirements of his clients and their effects on the body.


Jonathan also has experience with full surgical rehabilitation such as ACL reconstructions, knee & hip replacements, internal fixation of the ankle and procedures on the shoulder such as rotator cuff repairs and Lartajet.

Become a Client Today

Our team are known to be approachable, professional, friendly, knowledgeable, caring and down to earth. If you would like to book an appointment with the Injury Mechanics team, fill out the contact form or use our simple online appointment booking system.

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Become a Client Today

Our team are known to be approachable, professional, friendly, knowledgeable, caring and down to earth. If you would like to book an appointment with the Injury Mechanics team, fill out the contact form or use our simple online appointment booking system.

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Eilish Anderson
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Great consultation with Tommy, he took time to work through my questions and feedback regarding my problem. We trialled some exercises and body movements to understand better why I may be experiencing the issues I am. He advised he would follow up with exercise references for me and a wrap up of our consultation with a referral proposal, all of which came through the same evening!
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Craig Connor
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Second time at Injury mechanics, Gus on my first visit was great very knowledgeable and managed to help me fix a nigging shoulder problem. Tom Walsh was equally as great on my second visit again helping with a shoulder niggle, sent me easy to follow resistant band videos to help me strengthen the area, already seeing improvement's, thanks Tom and Gus, highly recommend.
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I took the pursuit of running up in October 2021 and I was always reluctant to invest in seeing a physio as I felt that I was 'sensible' enough to look after my physical work load and that I could rely on fellow runners to help keep me grounded. After suffering with multiple 'niggles' that I just ran through and because I was embarking on an Ultra Marathon training plan, I bit the bullet and decided to consult a physio. I didn't want to go to 'any physio', I wanted to make sure that I saw the best that was available to me and after asking a PT I know in the Manchester area, I was recommended to get and see Jonathan Collier at Injury Mechanics. I booked my first appointment with Jonathan at the end of May and like me he is a long distance runner so is ideal for the sort of advice that I need. Since May I have been back to see Jonathan on a monthly basis, even after completing the Ultra in September. It isn't just about getting checked up and being helped through potential injuries, it's also become a great opportunity to share stories and tips with somebody else who shares the same passion as me. In the time I have been under Jonathan I've received nothing but top service and support. I've moved an appointment last minute because of childcare issues which was no issue and during some very tricky periods of my training plans I have been messaging him out of hours to get advice and not once has he made me feel like I'm an inconvenience to him. If you're looking for a physio then Jonathan Collier of Injury Mechanics is the only physio you need to consult.
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Thank you for you help and support to keep me running.
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Graham Barnes
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Friendly, understanding and listen, no complaints, superb job
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I have been seeing Jonathon for 3 years now after being recommended by a friend with my back pain, I play rounders, run and exercise and as I’m getting older need physio more often. Jonathon makes me feel at ease and it’s like going for a chat for an hour whilst he works on what I need on that particular visit as it’s different every time!! But he understands and is patient with me great team!! Mary Foster
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The injury Mechanics team have been outstanding, they are very professional,friendly, caring,kind and always listen to you, which in turn helps them to provide you with the most appropriate treatment programmes. Myself and my super athletic Children are very lucky to be treated by the injury Mechanics teams.
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Diane Worrall
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I would highly recommend Injury Mechanics. My whole family have been going for years. I recently had a back problem. I phoned Johnathan who sent me exercise to do the same day. He saw me the day after I called and knew what the problem was straight away. Feeling so much better already. Fantastic 😊 thank you, Diane Worrall
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Alison Cannon
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Maria and the team literally keep me able to exercise. I have had a number of injuries and Maria not only “mends me” but she also gives me the techniques to ensure they don’t happen again. Incredibly effective and knowledgeable, I can’t recommend her highly enough!
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Andy Ross
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Excellent service very knowledgeable would highly recommend