James Rind MSc

James is a highly experienced clinician with over 25 years of experience as a Chartered Physiotherapist. He offers thorough assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex musculoskeletal problems. His broad learning and experience allows for a comprehensive and holistic approach that considers not only physical health, but also the impact of your mental and emotional wellbeing. 

Qualifications

James qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 1999 with a Master's Degree from Glasgow Caledonian University having first completed a BSc (Hons) Biochemistry degree from Cardiff University.

He has continued to expand his clinical knowledge achieving an MSC in Workplace Health and Wellbeing from the University of Nottingham in 2016 and a Level 5 Diploma in Stress Management & Wellbeing in 2017.

Work experience

James has worked in wide range of clinical and occupational environments, these include:

University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff

Frenchay Hospital, Bristol,

Chelsea and Westminster and Queen Mary's Hospital in London

RAF Headley Court - Tri-service Rehabilitation Centre

Tata Steel

Various office based companies and organisations

National train services provider

James has worked in private practice since 2007, developing a strong reputation in the Cardiff & Penarth area. During this time he has also developed an interest in Occupational Health and Wellbeing, working to support many employers in a wide range of industries.  More recently he has worked as a First Contact Physiotherapist within NHS GP Surgeries in South Wales & Bristol. 

Achievements

Deliver of over 500 Ergonomic Workplace Assessments

Provision and support of over 30 Functional Capacity Evaluations

25 years of experience as a musculoskeletal physiotherapist with special interests in chronic pain and condition management including hyper mobility syndrome, chronic musculoskeletal pain, chronic fatigue syndrome and ME.

Speaking opportunities & Presentations

James enjoys speaking to both small and large audiences about musculoskeletal medicine, workplace and personal wellbeing and mental health strategies in chronic conditions and clinical presentations.

An example of a recent engagements is:

HPCC 2025 - Thriving with a Blood Condition: Mental Health Tips & Tricks

9th May 2025 - Queen Elizabeth II Centre, Westminster