Supporting University of Stirling Sports Union clubs with prevention, rehab, and performance - from our specialist clinic in Stirling city centre
What We Offer
Sports Injury Prevention
Screening, load management and movement analysis to reduce risk of injury. We deliver workshops, warm-up protocols and testing sessions designed for student athletes and club squads.
Rehabilitation
Expert physiotherapy and sports therapy to get you back to full fitness. From first assessment through hands-on treatment and progressive rehab, we provide clear return-to-play plans and regular updates for coaches.
Performance Strength & Conditioning
Evidence-based strength and conditioning support, tailored to your sport. Using testing data and progressive programming, we help athletes build strength, resilience and peak performance.
Why Choose Us
- City centre clinic — just minutes from campus.
- Student-friendly pricing with exclusive Sports Union discounts.
- Cutting-edge tech including Run3D gait analysis, Kinvent testing, BlazePods and shockwave therapy.
- Integrated with clubs — we communicate directly with coaches to support training and competition schedules.
Lead Physiotherapist – Craig Maitland
All Sports Union cases are overseen by Craig Maitland, Lead Physiotherapist and Lower Limb Specialist. Craig brings extensive experience from professional football, where he worked with athletes at the highest level of the game. His expertise in injury management, rehabilitation, and performance support ensures that Sports Union members benefit from the same standard of care delivered in elite sport.
Sport Injury Team
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As individuals or as a team
Unlimited* Prevent & Recover Package
One off payment for peace of mind
Unlimited* Packages
Ideal for a one-off issue or objective
20% Discount for Sports Union Club Members
Physiotherapy treatment is provided by our team of chartered physiotherapists.
| Appointment | Duration | Sports Union Discount Price | ||
| Initial Assessment + Treatment | 45 minutes | £70 £56 | ||
| Follow-up treatment | 30 minutes | £60 £48 | ||
| Extended Follow-up treatment | 60 minutes | £95 £76 | ||
| Prices include the 20% discount for Stirling Sports Union club members | ||||
Health, Injury & Performance in Sport treatment is provided by our team of sports rehabilitators and therapists.
| Appointment | Duration | Sports Union Discount Price | ||
| HIPS Assessment + Rehab | 45 Minutes | |||
| HIPS Follow-up | 30 Minutes | |||
| Extended HIPS Follow-up | 60 Minutes | |||
| HIPS + Massage Follow-up | 60 Minutes | |||
| Prices include the 20% discount for Stirling Sports Union club members | ||||
Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports & Remedial Massage
| Appointment | Duration | Sports Union Discount Price | Exercise Plan | Acupuncture/Dry needling† | Cupping† | Shockwave† | Cyro/Heat† |
| Consultation + Massage | 45 minutes | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Follow up Massage | 30 minutes | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Follow up Massage | 45 minutes | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | |
| Extended Massage | 60 minutes | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
Prices include the 20% discount for Stirling Sports Union club members
†treatment only if applicable
Free Pre-Season Screening for Sports Union Members
Start the season strong with a complimentary movement and strength screen. Designed to spot risk factors early and provide personalised advice, this service helps athletes stay fit and ready for competition. Should you become injured, these results become your pre-injury benchmark.
What’s Included
Movement screening – spot early risk factors for common injuries.
Strength & flexibility checks – baseline measures to guide your training.
Injury history review – tailored advice to reduce re-injury risk.
Why Book?
✔ Identify weak links before they become injuries
✔ Get personalised advice from sports physiotherapists
✔ Build confidence heading into the new season
✔ Return to pre-injury benchmarks
Stay fit. Stay strong. Start your season right.
Terms & Conditions
- The Free Pre-Season Screening is available exclusively to current Stirling University Sports Union members.
- The screening includes movement, strength & flexibility checks. It is not a substitute for medical diagnosis.
- Appointments must be booked in advance. Slots are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Cancellation or changes must be made at least 24 hours before the scheduled appointment; failure to do so may forfeit the free screening.
- Screening results may be used as a baseline for future treatments; however, further treatment or assessments are not included in the free screening service.
- As a condition of this free service, participants agree to allow MacFarlane Physiotherapy to capture and/or share anonymised photos or posts on social media relating to their attendance, unless they opt out in writing before their appointment. Attendees are also required to post on Facebook or Instagram and to leave a review on Google, Facebook or Yell.
Free Pre-Season Screening
Book as an individual or team
Unlimited* Prevent & Recover Package
Peace of mind for the season ahead - one upfront payment gives you unlimited physiotherapy until 8 May 2026, plus monthly sports massages and advanced therapies like acupuncture, shockwave, and cupping.
Unlimited physiotherapy, recovery treatments, and performance support until 8th May 2026 for only £499.
Take the stress out of sports injuries this season. For a single payment of £499, Sports Union athletes unlock unlimited access to physiotherapy and recovery treatments right through to the end of the University year (8th May 2026).
What’s Included
Unlimited* Physiotherapy – assessment, treatment, and rehab for any sports injury throughout the year.
2 × 30-minute Sports Massages every month – perfect for recovery, maintenance, and keeping you competition-ready.
Advanced Therapies Included at No Extra Cost
- Acupuncture
- Shockwave Therapy
- Cupping Therapy
Why Choose This Cover?
- Peace of mind – no worrying about unexpected physio bills.
- Performance focused – injury prevention and recovery built into your season.
- Exceptional value – one payment gives you unlimited care, saving hundreds compared to pay-as-you-go sessions.
- Exclusive for Sports Union clubs – tailored to the demands of student athletes.
The equivalent massage value is £576. So even if you don't need physio during the period you still save money on massage.
How to Join
Simply sign up for the package below, and you’re covered until May 2026. Book in whenever you need - whether it’s injury treatment, massage recovery, or advanced therapy.
Terms & Conditions
- This offer grants unlimited* physiotherapy, recovery treatments, 2 monthly 30-minute massages, and specified advanced therapies (acupuncture, shockwave, cupping) until the end date of the Stirling University year (7th May 2026).
- Pre-existing conditions are not covered under this service
- The cover applies only to Stirling University Sports Union members under the terms laid out; proof of membership or student status may be required.
- Treatments are subject to clinic opening hours and therapist availability; certain treatments may require prior booking.
- Therapies included are limited to those listed; any therapies not listed in the offer will incur additional charges.
- This offer is non-refundable once purchased. Unused treatments do not carry over beyond the end date.
- Abuse of the service (e.g. unreasonable appointment cancellations, non-attendance) may result in termination of the offer without refund.
- As a condition of this free service, participants agree to allow MacFarlane Physiotherapy to capture and/or share anonymised photos or posts on social media relating to their attendance, unless they opt out in writing before their appointment. Attendees are also required to post on Facebook or Instagram and to leave a review on Google, Facebook or Yell.
Unlimited* Packages
For athletes who want care without limits, our Unlimited* Packages provide all-inclusive access to treatment, recovery, and performance services - helping you train harder, recover faster, and perform at your peak.
Required Initial Assessment
Before any package can begin, you must complete an Initial Assessment appointment with one of our therapists. This 45 minute appointment ensures you have been screened for suitability for the Program. If you have purchased a Package and have yet to complete an Initial Assessment then this will be recommended when you contact the clinic to make your first appointment.
If you're not sure which option is right for you, book in for an Initial Assessment and you'll be recommended one of the Packages to suit your condition, goals and expectations. Prices for the Initial Assessment are available on our pricing page. All Stirling University Sports Union members get 20% off their Assessment. If you have any questions, please contact the clinic for further explanation.
Specialist Assessment
Musculoskeletal Treatment
Sports Massage
Exercise Guidance
Soft Tissue Massage
Acupuncture/Dry Needling
Shockwave Therapy
Bespoke Treatment Plan
Education & Advice
Home Exercises App
Discounted Insoles
Use within 2 weeks
Specialist Assessment
Musculoskeletal Treatment
Sports Massage
Exercise Guidance
Soft Tissue Massage
Acupuncture/Dry Needling
Shockwave Therapy
Education & Advice
Bespoke Treatment Plan
Home Exercises App
Discounted Insoles
Use within 8 weeks
Specialist Assessment
Musculoskeletal Treatment
Sports Massages
Exercise Guidance
Soft Tissue Massage
Acupuncture/Dry Needling
Shockwave Therapy
Education & Advice
Bespoke Treatment Plan
Home Exercises App
Discounted Insoles
Use within 12 weeks
Terms & Conditions
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- Prior to beginning any Unlimited Package, an Initial Assessment is required to determine suitability, baseline measures, and to set goals.
- The package duration is fixed (e.g. 2 weeks, 8 weeks, 12 weeks depending on the package) and all treatments must be used within this period; no carryover after expiry.
- The unlimited entitlement covers all therapies listed in the chosen package; treatments outside that list will be charged separately.
- Appointments must be booked in advance and are subject to therapist availability.
- The client must comply with any home exercise and educational advice given as part of their package. Progress may be reviewed and programmes adjusted accordingly.
- Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or non-attendance may be classed as used sessions depending on the package policy.
- Missed appointments or repeated late cancellations will result in the immediate forfeiture of the package without refund.
- As a condition of this free service, participants agree to allow MacFarlane Physiotherapy to capture and/or share anonymised photos or posts on social media relating to their attendance, unless they opt out in writing before their appointment. Attendees are also required to post on Facebook or Instagram and to leave a review on Google, Facebook or Yell.
- Packages are non-transferable and non-refundable once activated.
Speak with us
Get in touch if you need more info about any of these services
How to Choose
| Pre-Season Screening | Prevent & Recover Package | Prevent Package | Rehab Package | Performance Package | |
| Full Sports Screen | YES | NO | NO | NO | YES |
| Injury Specific Screening | NO | YES | NO | YES | YES |
| Musculoskeletal Treatment | NO | YES | NO | YES | YES |
| Sports Massage | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Other Treatments | NO | YES | NO | YES | YES |
| Performance Gains | NO | NO | NO | NO | YES |
| Advice | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
Speak with us
Get in touch if you need more info about any of these services
*Terms & Conditions - Use of the Term “Unlimited”
The term “Unlimited” as applied to our physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and performance packages refers to the absence of a fixed session limit within the package period. However, all access to services is guided by clinical need and determined by the treating clinician following an initial assessment.
- The clinician will decide the appropriate frequency, duration, and type of treatments based on the athlete’s presentation and goals.
- “Unlimited” does not imply unrestricted daily or ad-hoc use of services; it reflects that no upper session cap is imposed within the agreed timeframe.
- Treatments are subject to clinic opening hours, therapist availability, and the scope of services outlined in the package purchased.
- Misuse of the service, including repeated non-attendance or unreasonable booking requests, may result in termination of the package without refund.
This definition ensures that all “Unlimited” services are delivered in a clinically safe, effective, and fair manner for both athletes and practitioners.