Meet Jo Brown - Founder of JB Physio

JB Physio was founded by Jo Brown with one simple goal: to build a clinic where people receive exceptional care from therapists who genuinely understand movement, recovery, performance, and real life. Today, Jo leads and mentors a handpicked team of highly skilled therapists, each chosen for their expertise, personality, and shared commitment to helping people move and feel better.

Jo graduated from Sheffield Hallam University with a First Class Honours degree in Physiotherapy and was awarded University Student of the Year. He gained membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and the Health Professions Council and the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists.

During his NHS career, Jo built extensive experience across sports injuries, spinal injuries, orthopaedics, A&E, intensive care, neurological rehabilitation, paediatric orthopaedics, and head injuries. He later specialised in neuromusculoskeletal physiotherapy - the treatment of joints, muscles, tendons, nerves, and spinal problems - eventually becoming Head Physiotherapist in Orthopaedics, leading rehabilitation for complex spinal and limb surgery patients.

In 2008, Jo was promoted to Lead Physiotherapist at the prestigious Park Rehabilitation Centre - a specialist centre combining NHS and private healthcare services. Working within a high-performance rehabilitation environment that included a sports injury clinic, hydrotherapy pool, gym, sports hall, and manual therapy studio, Jo refined his expertise in rehabilitation, manipulation, massage therapy, hydrotherapy, and strength & conditioning. His work supported everyone from post-operative patients to professional athletes, frontline police officers, and military personnel returning to peak physical performance.

In 2010, Jo returned home to Cornwall and founded JB Physio, creating a clinic built around expert rehabilitation, movement-based recovery, and genuinely personalised care. While Jo remains an experienced clinician himself, his real passion now lies in building and mentoring an elite team of therapists who each bring their own unique strengths and specialisms to the clinic. His aim is always to guide clients towards the therapist best suited to help them achieve the fastest and most effective results.

Outside of the clinic, Jo lives the active lifestyle he encourages in others. Time with his partner Clare and four children keeps life busy, while surfing, sailing, water polo, and training young athletes at awgan Porth Surf Lifesaving Club help keep him connected to sport and movement.

Jo's own experience with injury is what first inspired his career in physiotherapy. After seriously injuring his back surfing in his early twenties, he struggled with severe pain and limited movement, eventually seeking help from a physiotherapist who transformed his recovery and got him back in the water.

That experience changed the course of his life.
"After a few sessions and the right exercises, I was surfing again. I was so impressed that I left Cornwall and enrolled on a physiotherapy degree course - and never looked back. Twenty five years later I'm still surfing, still relying on my body for work, family, and adventure, and helping other people do the same."

Today, that philosophy remains at the heart of JB Physio: helping people build bodies they can rely on for life.

What our customers say:

L. Bennett
After a total knee replacement at 78 Jo has guided me to regaining my mobility reassuring me that l am doing well when l was doubting myself gently encouraging me , although l was discharged with an exercise sheet l know that without Jo l would not have progressed as l have. I saw him 2 weeks post op when l had just progressed from a zimmer frame to 2 crutches with a bend of 60 degrees in my knee, now at 4 weeks l am walking unaided and have a bend of 90 degrees. Can recommend Jo whole heartedly, especially as an elderly lady after major surgery

S. Mc
5 Stars!
I've been using JB Physio for the past 10 years, and I'm always amazed at how quickly they help me recover from various injuries. Whether it's from surfing, running, or day-to-day life, their detailed assessments, effective treatments, and tailored recovery plans have consistently worked wonders. Most of the issues I've had are resolved within just a couple of appointments. What I appreciate most is that there are no expensive treatment plans-just honest feedback and practical solutions. They're also very flexible with appointments, and the online booking system is super convenient. If you have a nagging injury, pain, or just need some honest advice, I highly recommend booking an appointment with JB Physio. You won't be disappointed!