Meet the Team
Daniel Thomson
Lead Physiotherapist
MSc, BSc (Hons), MCSP, AACP
Daniel Thomson is our esteemed Founder and Lead Physiotherapist, with a Master’s in Physiotherapy from Leeds Beckett University and a background in Sports and Exercise Science. With extensive experience in both public and private sectors, as well as professional sports, Daniel is dedicated to providing holistic care that improves strength, mobility, and overall quality of life. He combines his physiotherapy expertise with exercise science to deliver long-term solutions. Outside the clinic, Daniel is a passionate athlete, enjoying rugby, skiing, swimming, and training for Ironman events.
Emily Crispin
Lead Sports & Exercise Therapist
BSc (Hons)
Emily Crispin brings a wealth of experience from working with professional teams like Bradford City FC and Huddersfield Giants RLFC. As our Lead Sports & Exercise Therapist, Emily is adept at treating sports injuries with methods like massage, dry cupping, and structured exercise plans. Beyond her role at Light Joints, she provides pitch-side support for Ossett United FC and competes with Harrogate Town WFC. Emily’s passion for fitness includes bodybuilding, where she hopes to compete in the near future.
Fae Clarke
Senior Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons), MSCP
Fae Clarke, a vital part of our team, holds a first-class honors degree in Physiotherapy and serves as both a Senior Physiotherapist here and in the NHS. She specialises in sports injuries, neuro physiotherapy, and women’s health, bringing a nuanced approach informed by certifications in Pilates and the Bobath method. Fae’s commitment to patient-centered care shines in her individualised exercise prescriptions, which range from Olympic weightlifting to Pilates and CrossFit, helping patients feel empowered and supported in their recovery.
Ellie Wilkinson
Senior Sports Therapist
BSc (Hons)
Ellie Wilkinson, our Senior Sports Therapist, graduated from Leeds Trinity University with a specialty in Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation. Her hands-on experience with teams like Castleford Tigers has enriched her expertise in sports massage, myofascial release, and postural analysis. Ellie takes a comprehensive approach to patient care, combining manual therapy for immediate relief with aftercare plans that empower patients to achieve and sustain long-term health and performance.
Cameron Thomson
Senior Physiotherapist
MSc, BSc (Hons), MCSP
Cameron Thomson, a dedicated Senior Physiotherapist, completed his MSc in Physiotherapy and brings clinical expertise from his work in the NHS. With a background in Clinical Exercise Science, Cameron adopts a holistic approach to health and well-being, creating clear, actionable plans that simplify the recovery process. Outside of work, Cameron is an avid sportsman, enjoying rugby, cricket, skiing, and hill walking, bringing his enthusiasm for active living into his patient care.
Why Choose us?
EXCELLENT Based on 179 reviews Wajid Hussain2024-12-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 14 Year Old Pulled Hamstring Playing Football: Good consultation with Daniel, explained everything, answered all the questions we had and followed up by sending exercises on APP . Yasin Mustafa2024-12-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been a patient of Dan's for just over a month, and in that short time, he has successfully resolved both of my long-standing issues. To put it simply, Dan is a consummate professional and an expert in his field. His ability to communicate clearly and explain everything in a way that makes perfect sense is exceptional. One particularly impressive tool he uses measures strength and displays the results visually on a graph, allowing you to see exactly where weaknesses lie compared to the unaffected side. That's the short version, here's the longer version and my story: I had stopped running for several months due to persistent injuries and had been seeing NHS physiotherapists without success. Canceled appointments, long gaps between sessions, and exercises that did nothing for my pain left me frustrated and disheartened. Issue 1: Left Glute/Hamstring Pain Initially, I suspected the issue might be related to my back (possibly sciatica). However, during our very first session, Dan ruled this out and confidently assured me I’d be running again within a few weeks. At that point, even walking was painful. Dan prescribed targeted exercises and we began with weekly appointments. Incredibly, within just three weeks, I was jogging again—and soon after, I was back to proper running. As I improved, we reduced the frequency of appointments to every two weeks. By the next session, I was completely pain-free in my left leg. Issue 2: Right Knee Pain Once I was running again, an old issue—right knee pain—resurfaced. This had been troubling me on and off for around 18 months, despite previous treatments with NHS physios that yielded no improvement. Dan quickly identified the root cause during our first consultation: an imbalance in my right foot muscles, which was forcing my knee to overcompensate. He prescribed a simple daily exercise using resistance bands. In just one week, the pain had disappeared. I was able to run both 5k and 10k faster and harder than the preceding weeks—completely pain-free! The Results My recovery has been nothing short of miraculous. After 18 months of struggling, I can now run pain-free and feel stronger. The impact has gone beyond just physical benefits—my mental health has greatly improved too. Being unable to run due to constant pain was making me depressed, but thanks to Dan, I’ve regained both my fitness and my happiness. If only I had found him sooner! Thank you, Dan, for your expertise, support, and for genuinely caring about your patients. I can’t recommend him enough—keep up the fantastic work! Jonny Shaw2024-12-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was my first visit to Light Joints and Daniel was very thorough with how my path to recovery looked. Seeing improvement already and my confidence has increased. Thank you Philip Rook2024-12-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great first session. Already feeling the benefits. Luke2024-12-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Big thanks to Cameron who helped my knee troubles massively. First time in several years that I haven’t been in almost daily discomfort since following his guidance! Kristiaan2024-11-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my consultation with Dan earlier this year and following that, he provided me with a detailed assessment around the symptoms along with a program for me to continue at home. All straightforward exercises and stretches that have definitely helped to improve movement and strength in my lower back. Would definitely recommend Dan to anyone with lower back problems. Rebecca Holland2024-11-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my first sports massage today with Emily, I felt she was very professional, knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable. I would definitely recommend ☺️ Satnam Kundi2024-10-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful and excellent service Donna baldwin2024-10-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dan at Light Joints is friendly, approachable and very knowledgeable physio who I would not hesitate to recommend. He helped me to gain maximum movement after major shoulder surgery and is now sorting out my sore knee ROY SLATER2024-10-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First class sports massage/treatment by Cameron in Greengates for muscular issues in my shoulders and neck. Facilities are excellent too.