The leading Sports Injury and Sports Performance Specialists in Bolton and Manchester. We bring our extensive education and experience in Elite Sport to you. No big complicated words, just your answers in black and white. We pride ourselves in making our clients feel comfortable and happy. We understand the emotional effects injury and pain can have on individuals, and we ensure clients get the support they need.
I have known Maria for a number of years now and have received treatment from her during my time with both Wigan Warriors and England rugby league. Her work is of the highest quality and her knowledge is second to none. During long seasons the treatment you receive from the medical team is of the upmost importance.
I have known Maria for a number of years now and have received treatment from her during my time with both Wigan Warriors and England rugby league. Her work is of the highest quality and her knowledge is second to none. During long seasons the treatment you receive from the medical team is of the upmost importance.
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Our aim is to not only treat the symptoms of your injury and pain, but to look at the biomechanical cause to prevent reoccurrence. We aim to simply explain and educate clients on their injury. No big complicated words, just your answers in black and white. We pride ourselves in making our clients feel comfortable and happy.
Maria founded Stansfield Sports Injury Clinic in 2012. Maria studied Sports Science in 2005 at Edge Hill University specialising in Biomechanics, and gained a Bachelor of Science degree with honours. Maria then went on to complete her Master of Science degree in Sports Therapy at the University of Central Lancashire, which allowed accreditation to The Society of Sports Therapists.
I've known Maria for over 7 years, working alongside her for Wigan Warriors and England Rugby League. After rupturing my Posterior Cruciate Ligament, I had an 8 month recovery and rehab plan which Maria was pivotal to. Her hard work and commitment to get me get back in the field has meant I made a full recovery and have had no problems with it ever since.
Charlie started training MMA 4 years ago and now competes as an amateur MMA fighter. She fights out of One MMA Academy and Next Generation Liverpool, training with some of the best athletes in the UK. Charliehas had four fights so far in her MMA career and looks to fight the very best female amateurs.
During your appointment the Clinician will perform a subjective and objective assessment, and possibly a short gait analysis. During this time, the Clinician will determine what types of pain and discomforts you are experiencing, what factors make it worse, and the length of time you have had your pain.
Reviews (18)
Fiona Saunders
Oct 02, 2020
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Maria is an amazing sports injury specialist who has treated me for a back injury and post-surgery rehabilitation. She has worked wonders, both physically and emotionally and got me back in the gym, hiking and bike riding.
Her diagnosis, treatment and exercise plans are second to none and I would highly recommend her as one of the best sports injury rehabilitation experts around.
Her diagnosis, treatment and exercise plans are second to none and I would highly recommend her as one of the best sports injury rehabilitation experts around.
Alison Cannon
Sep 01, 2020
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I cannot recommend Maria and the team highly enough. Maria has transformed my ability to enjoy going to the gym, and has also helped a problem with my neck which had been bothering me for over 20 years. She helps my son recover from his injuries from rugby MUCH quicker than previously, and on top of it all, is such a lovely person. Don't be fooled by her tiny frame - this girl packs a punch!
Jo Houghton
Aug 24, 2020
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Maria was originally recommended to me by a fellow runner to help with an ongoing injury that other sports therapists had not managed to deal with. Maria assessed my problem and her treatment and exercises got me back running really quickly.
That was over 5 years ago and ever since I see Maria every 6 weeks to keep me injury free as we discuss and tackle any small niggles before they become issues and stop me running. Maria is very hands on and takes time to understand what I’m are doing in my running and other activities so the she knows the full picture.
I would definitely highly recommend
That was over 5 years ago and ever since I see Maria every 6 weeks to keep me injury free as we discuss and tackle any small niggles before they become issues and stop me running. Maria is very hands on and takes time to understand what I’m are doing in my running and other activities so the she knows the full picture.
I would definitely highly recommend
Sonia Crosby
Apr 22, 2020
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Very knowledgable in her field Maria really helped with a back complaint I had which was making certain aspects of my job quite difficult to do. After some very effective treatment and homecare exercises Maria had my back the best it had been in years. I would and have recommended Maria to both friends and clients.
Kevin Munro
Apr 22, 2020
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Went to see Maria with a foot injury following huge volume of Ironman and marathon training last year and was in a lot of pain and discomfort. A small number of sessions, biomechanics assessed, corrections made, strengthening work in place and for the first time in 6mths am back running without pain!! Great service, great knowledge, can’t recommend you highly enough 🙌🏻
Amy Regan
Jan 04, 2020
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I have known Maria for about 6 years now. She really is a miracle worker. She makes you feel comfortable, she asks you important, relevant questions to gain a real understanding of your issue and then does her magic. And you leave with exercises to ensure you do not undo the work she just done. I'd always recommend.
Katherine Taylor
Aug 27, 2019
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I have a knee injury and Stansfield was recommended to me by a relative. After only a few appointments with Maria and doing the exercises recommended, I have already started to see an improvement. The treatment I receive is always professional and friendly. If there is anything I don't understand Maria will explain in layman's terms without being patronising and if I have a problem between appoinments I can ring Maria to discuss it. I was worried I would not be able to practise Iaido fully again but Maria has been very reassuring and has given me confidence again.
Kieran Edwards
Aug 01, 2019
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I have used Maria and her team over the last 5 years for various injuries and have always received superb treatment and customer care. Over the last 18 months I have received treatment for an Achilles tendon injury which Maria and her team helped me get back to full fitness and more recently helped me recover from a badly broken hand.
I have recommended them to family and friends over the years and will continue to do so. Keep up the good work!
I have recommended them to family and friends over the years and will continue to do so. Keep up the good work!
Paulette Farnworth
Jul 14, 2019
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Maria was recommended to me about 2 years ago, and I am so thankful to have been treated by her. I initially received treatment for acute arm and shoulder pain; Maria worked wonders with a combination of massage, acupuncture and exercise advice. I was able to address long standing knee pain to great effect, which enabled me to keep cycling and to take up running. More recently after a serious cycling accident and multiple injuries Maria was there to help put me back together!! Maria always very carefully assesses your needs; it seems to me she is a very holistic practitioner who is expert at identifying
Kerry Armstrong
Jun 09, 2019
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Maria has helped me on numerous occasions over the past 6 years, from neck pain to knee pain, to more seriously severe pain/limited mobility/loss of sensation in hand arising out of a displaced disc. She is consistently knowledgeable, supportive, professional and friendly with any issue she is presented with and I would highly recommend her and her whole team to anyone.
Jamie Lees
Mar 19, 2019
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Kim Davis
Jun 16, 2017
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After suffering for so long with a back issue, I'd pretty much given up hope of ever being pain free, after just 2 sessions I already can't believe the difference! Made to feel welcome from the second you get to the door and feel fully informed without being patronised or swamped with huge words you don't understand! Can not recommended enough!
Rob Wallwork
Oct 13, 2016
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I can't recommend this clinic highly enough! In May I underwent acl reconstructions, cartilage repair and micro fracture surgery. The team at SSIC have been totally incredible. With work commitments and family life rehabilitation has been far from easy, but SSIC have given it their all and gone the extra mile to support me throughout.!!
These guys are the ultimate professionals with vast knowledge and skills. It's a real hands on clinic, the staff are passionate about wanting you to succeed in your goals..!!
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These guys are the ultimate professionals with vast knowledge and skills. It's a real hands on clinic, the staff are passionate about wanting you to succeed in your goals..!!
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George Martindale
Aug 23, 2016
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Andrew Frith
Aug 18, 2016
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I've had a lower spine issue for 10 years that flares up severely every couple of years, and usually puts me completely out of action for around 3 weeks. I was in severe pain last Wednesday and booked a session on Thursday. I was seen by Steph, the treatment and therapy given was first class, In fact she achieved better results from this one session than I had in 10-15 sessions at other sports injury clinics that I have been to in the past! Absolutely over the moon and fully active within a couple of days. Thanks Maria and Steph great work.
Simon Sherrington
May 19, 2015
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Andy Graves
Jul 20, 2014
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Over the past few years, I've accumulated numerous different injuries from various sports and Maria has always been on hand to provide excellent advice and treatment which has enabled me to get back training as soon as possible. I now visit monthly for an 'MOT' to ensure I can train to my full potential and remain injury free. Excellent service, very professional and highly recommended.
Sion Williams
Jun 12, 2014
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Over the last few years I have injured my shoulder (operation required) damaged my knee and my back playing rugby. 3 fairly serious injuries which Maria has sorted for me and had me back playing in less time than my club physio predicted. I felt confident going to SSIC because they treat so many Pro sports people but after a few sessions you can see why... Maria's understanding of the route cause of injury gets the problem fixed rather than simply paying for a massage, which is the trap I have fallen into with others in the past.
100% recommend Maria and her team to anyone.
100% recommend Maria and her team to anyone.
