About
John Manders BSc (Hons) MCSP HCPC
Senior Chartered Physiotherapist
PhysioFitness is the private physiotherapy practice of John Manders who has been providing physiotherapy services for more than 20 years in and around the Maidenhead area. He formed the company to bridge the gap between injury and getting back into normal everyday life, whether that be just to be able to walk the dog or complete high level fitness activities. Prior to becoming a Physiotherapist, he had extensive experience as a Fitness Instructor for a large Private Health Club in Maidenhead. He therefore uses this knowledge to ensure all aspects are covered in the recovery from injury back to full fitness (Hence the name PhysioFitness).
John began his adult life completing two degrees, the first in Sports Science at Kingston University and the second in Physiotherapy and Brunel University. During his Physiotherapy degree he completed numerous hospital placements in many of the large London teaching hospitals and one at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre – Headley Court (National rehabilitation unit for the Military).
After qualifying as a Chartered Physiotherapist, John worked in the NHS covering the areas of Respiratory, Orthopaedic, Musculoskeletal and Neurological Physiotherapy. He then became a Senior Physiotherapist specialising in the field of Musculoskeletal and Orthopaedic Physiotherapy. Following this he moved to The Police Rehabilitation Centre as a Senior Physiotherapist in a very busy department, treating Police officers who present with a range of conditions including low back pain and neck pain, day to day aches and pains, sports injuries and complex multi-trauma. After 13 years at the Police Rehabilitation Centre he decided to focus entirely on his private practice - PhysioFitness Maidenhead.
John has worked with a wide variety of society including people who just want to live with less pain, the weekly gym goer, many level of sports activity up to elite level sports (Golf, Gymnastics, Running, Swimming, Cycling, Rowing, Cricket and MMA), Celebrities, VIP’s, and special forces military personnel. So, whatever your personal circumstance, John is entirely confident he will be able to help you out.
Maciej Tajs MSc MCSP HCPC
Chartered Physiotherapist
Maciej (Pronounced: Match-ey) is a Chartered Physiotherapist and qualified Sports Rehabilitation Therapist, who fully understands that health and fitness are essential for a happy and fulfilling life. His career began in Sports Rehabilitation, having completed his Bachelor’s Degree at St Mary's University. After gaining experience in the NHS, he went on to complete his Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy at Buckinghamshire New University. Alongside his studies, Maciej played semi-professional football, so he understands first-hand how frustrating injuries can be and how much difference the right rehabilitation can make.
Maciej has worked in both the public and private health sector, supporting a wide range of patients, including athletes, orthopaedic cases and amputees. These experiences have given him the knowledge and flexibility to create tailored, evidence-based treatment plans. His approach is always collaborative, keeping each patient’s health, well-being and personal goals at the centre of his mind, whether that’s returning to sport, improving everyday mobility, or preventing future injury.
Outside of work, Maciej enjoys football, running and other fitness activities. With Polish heritage, he speaks fluent Polish and Ukrainian, which helps him connect with patients from diverse backgrounds and support them on their rehabilitation journey..
