About Athlete Med

You will know who
is treating you
before you arrive.

Athlete Med is a clinician-led sports healthcare and performance brand built around three clear divisions. Everyone who treats you is qualified, registered, DBS checked and fully insured — and works within a defined scope of practice, with clear referral routes when something needs a doctor.

Our practitioners

Qualified and registered · Enhanced DBS checked · Fully insured · Working within a defined scope of practice · Clear referral routes when something needs a doctor.

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Nicky Poile

Lead Paramedic & Sports Healthcare Practitioner

Response & Clinical Care

Nicky brings a wealth of frontline experience to Athlete Med, with a calm and confident approach to assessing injuries and unexpected medical situations. Used to making clear decisions under pressure, Nicky focuses on understanding the individual, identifying the most appropriate course of action and providing practical guidance when it matters most. With a particular interest in supporting active people, Nicky helps bridge the gap between immediate care and getting clients back to doing what they enjoy.

  • BSc (Hons) Integrative Health and Social Care
  • Hazardous Environment Medicine Paramedic Award
  • Professional registration with the HCPC
  • Member of the Royal College of Paramedics
  • Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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Adam Ridgewell

Lead Sports Therapist

Performance & Recovery

Adam takes a practical, movement-focused approach to helping people overcome physical setbacks and return to the activities they enjoy. His sessions are built around understanding how an injury or restriction is affecting the individual, combining hands-on treatment with targeted rehabilitation and progressive exercise. Whether you're managing a new problem, working through an existing injury or looking to move more confidently, Adam's focus is on creating a clear and achievable path forward.

  • BSc (Hons) Sports and Exercise Science
  • Level 3 Sports Massage Therapy
  • STA Accredited Sports Therapist