About The Mobile Physio
Max Gaffney
Physiotherapist and founder
I started The Mobile Physio to offer a more personal approach to physiotherapy, bringing treatment directly to people in their own homes.
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Combined experience across physiotherapy, rehabilitation, sport and personal training.
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
HCPC registered · CSP member
Additional qualifications in personal training and sports massage, with further training in acupuncture.
My background
I’ve spent over 10 years working across physiotherapy, rehabilitation, sport and personal training. Since qualifying as a physiotherapist, I’ve worked in private practice, NHS services and rehabilitation settings, treating everything from everyday musculoskeletal problems to complex neurological and post-operative conditions.
Before focusing fully on The Mobile Physio, I also built and ran my own clinic from D&A Boxing Gym in Stirchley, working with everyone from local residents to athletes.
As my mobile caseload grew, I realised that working in people’s homes was the way I most enjoyed practising. Eventually, I stepped away from clinic-based work to focus on it completely.
Why I started The Mobile Physio
I started The Mobile Physio because I wanted to practise physiotherapy in a way that felt more personal. I wanted the time to understand not just someone’s diagnosis, but what was actually getting in the way of their life and what they wanted to get back to.
Ultimately, what I’ve always enjoyed most is getting to know the person behind the problem.
Working in people’s homes gives me the freedom to do that properly. And if I’m being completely truthful, being a physio clinic on wheels suits me far better than staying in the same place all day. I enjoy getting out, meeting different people and seeing the difference good rehabilitation can make to someone’s everyday life.
Rehabilitation that fits real life
Working in someone’s home means I can focus on the things that actually matter to them. That might mean getting out of a favourite chair, managing the stairs, walking confidently around the house or building enough strength to get outside again.
These are the everyday challenges that make a real difference to someone’s independence. Rather than trying to recreate them in a clinic, I can work on them where they actually happen.
Who I work with
Older adults, neurological conditions & dementia
A large part of my work is with older adults and people living with neurological conditions or dementia. I adapt each session to the person’s abilities, goals and how they’re feeling on the day.
Families, carers & care homes
I regularly work alongside families, carers and other healthcare professionals, both in people’s homes and in care settings. Good communication and continuity of care are central to how I work.
Injuries, pain & rehabilitation
I also work extensively with musculoskeletal injuries and persistent pain, drawing on my background in physiotherapy, sport and exercise to help people return to the activities they enjoy.
Physio that engages body and mind
Good physiotherapy doesn’t always look how you’d expect
Rehabilitation isn’t always just about strength, balance and mobility. When appropriate, I use activities and games that combine movement with cognitive challenges, including attention, memory, coordination and problem solving.
This can make rehabilitation more engaging, particularly for older adults and people living with neurological conditions or dementia.
Most importantly, I adapt each session to the person, their abilities and what gets them genuinely involved.
Physiotherapy at home. Built around you.
Let’s talk about what you need
Whether you’re looking for yourself or someone you care for, get in touch. We can talk through your situation and whether physiotherapy at home could help.