Daniel Jones

Daniel Jones MSc MCSP PgC MedUS

Head of Medical Services – Cardiff Rugby

Sports Medicine Specialist Physiotherapist

Diagnostic Ultrasound & Injection Therapy Specialist

Founder & Clinical Director – Pro Sports Medicine

For over 20 years, Daniel Jones has worked at the highest level of professional and international sport, delivering elite-level sports medicine, rehabilitation, diagnostic ultrasound, and injection therapy to professional athletes and active individuals alike.

As Head of Medical Services at Cardiff Rugby, Daniel leads the performance medical department responsible for the management, rehabilitation, and return-to-performance planning of elite professional rugby players competing at domestic and European level.

Alongside his role in elite sport, Daniel is the Founder and Clinical Director of Pro Sports Medicine — one of Wales’ leading sports medicine and physiotherapy clinics, trusted by elite athletes, professional teams, and active individuals seeking specialist musculoskeletal care.

Specialist Areas

Daniel specialises in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of:

Complex musculoskeletal injuries
Sports injuries and return-to-performance rehabilitation
Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound
Ultrasound-guided injection therapy
Hyaluronic acid injections
Steroid injections
Concussion and post-concussion rehabilitation
Elite athlete rehabilitation and performance medicine

His clinical approach combines advanced diagnostics, evidence-based rehabilitation, injection therapy, and performance-focused treatment planning to deliver precise and effective patient care.

Elite & International Sport Experience

Daniel has worked extensively across elite professional and international sport throughout the UK, Australia, and New Zealand.

His professional sporting experience includes roles with:

Cardiff Rugby
Wales National Rugby Sevens
Welsh Rugby Union National Team
Tonga Rugby Union National Team
Worcester Warriors
Gloucester Rugby

Notably, Daniel worked with the Wales National Rugby Squad during the 2021 Summer International series and has supported athletes ranging from academy prospects to senior international players.

He was also part of the medical team involved in Cardiff Rugby’s EPCR European Challenge Cup success in Bilbao in 2018

Advanced Diagnostics & Injection Therapy

Daniel has developed a specialist interest in combining advanced diagnostics with precision-led treatment planning.

He holds a postgraduate qualification in Medical Ultrasound and performs diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound assessments to support accurate clinical diagnosis and targeted treatment planning.

He also holds a postgraduate qualification in Injection Therapy and regularly performs:

Ultrasound-guided steroid injections
Hyaluronic acid injections
Advanced regenerative medicine procedures

This integrated approach allows patients to receive expert diagnosis, targeted intervention, and structured rehabilitation within one complete sports medicine pathway.

Qualifications & Professional Development

MSc Sports & Exercise Physiotherapy – Cardiff University
PgC Medical Ultrasound – AAEC Bournemouth
Postgraduate Qualification in Injection Therapy – UWE Bristol
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy – University of Wales College of Medicine
Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP)

Philosophy

Daniel’s philosophy is built around one core principle:

Delivering the same standard of care trusted in elite sport to every patient.

At Pro Sports Medicine, patients benefit from a complete sports medicine pathway focused on:

Accurate diagnosis
Clear treatment planning
Advanced intervention where appropriate
Structured rehabilitation
Long-term performance and resilience

Rather than simply treating symptoms, Daniel focuses on identifying the true driver of injury or dysfunction to create long-term solutions and confident return to activity.

Trusted by Elite Athletes. Built for Everyone.

Through his leadership roles in professional rugby and specialist clinical expertise, Daniel has become recognised as one of the leading sports medicine physiotherapists in Wales and the South West.

His work bridges the gap between elite sport and private healthcare — bringing consultant-level sports medicine assessment, advanced diagnostics, and performance rehabilitation directly to the general public.

Whether treating professional athletes, runners, gym athletes, or patients struggling with persistent musculoskeletal pain, Daniel’s focus remains the same:
precision diagnosis, targeted treatment, and exceptional clinical outcomes.