About me

By Nayana Wannigama

 I am Nayana, the founder of Aspire Sports Therapy. Aspire Sports Therapy is a private physiotherapy/sports therapy clinic located in Birmingham.

In 2014, I obtained my degree in Sports Therapy from the esteemed University of Birmingham. Furthermore, I completed my postgraduate Diploma in Sports Injury Management at Coventry University. Additionally, I am trained as an acupuncturist and hold the distinction of being a level 4 Aesthetic Practitioner. Currently, I divide my time between working with the physiotherapy team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and managing my own clinic on a part-time basis.

Additionally, I have taken up a role as a part-time tutor/trainer at Active Academy in Birmingham.

Aspire Sports Therapy specializes in creating personalized rehabilitation programs tailored to meet your specific needs, whether you're recovering from surgery, dealing with a sports injury, or experiencing unexplained pain. We are dedicated to helping you regain your strength and mobility through our expert services.

My objective is to assist you in comprehending the functioning of your body and providing you with strategies to alleviate pain, enhance mobility, overcome weakness, recuperate from injuries, and identify and surmount any hindrances impeding your progress.

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