Why We Started MyRecoverEase
MyRecoverEase was born from personal experience. After three knee surgeries following a sports-ending injury on the rugby field, our founder Alex discovered something that too many post-surgical patients discover, that the standard of care drops significantly the moment you leave hospital.
Ice packs weren't enough. Cheap alternatives didn't deliver results. Without effective pain and swelling management, the cycle became relentless, prolonged pain, delayed physiotherapy, and the mental toll of a recovery that felt like it wasn't progressing.
It was only after Alex's third surgery, when he finally had access to the NICE1 cold and compression machine, that things changed. He was back in physiotherapy sooner, managing his pain more effectively, and recovering in the comfort of his own home. The difference was stark.
That experience led to a simple question: why should access to professional-grade recovery equipment depend on luck or cost? With the combined expertise of a specialist physiotherapist, an orthopaedic professional, a former elite athlete, and a chartered accountant, MyRecoverEase was built to make the answer simple, it shouldn't.
My third surgery was the one that changed everything. For the first time I had access to the NICE1 cold and compression machine, and the difference in my recovery was remarkable. That experience is the reason MyRecoverEase exists.
— Alexander Budd, FounderFive People. One Mission.
Alex is a qualified chartered accountant and a passionate rugby fan who played for Jersey Reds Athletic, representing the club in two Siam Cup fixtures. In 2021, he suffered a dislocated knee during a match, rupturing his medial cruciate ligament, anterior cruciate ligament, and sustaining a full bucket handle meniscus tear.
Over the following three years, Alex underwent three corrective surgeries in the United Kingdom. Each recovery presented the same frustrating challenge: once home, managing pain and swelling effectively felt impossible. He tried numerous cold and compression therapy machines during this period, but found most fell short, either inconsistent in temperature, uncomfortable to use, or simply unable to deliver the results his recovery required.
It was following his third surgery, when Alex first used the NICE1 cold and compression machine, that everything changed. The improvement in his recovery experience compared to the previous two was remarkable, he returned to physiotherapy sooner, managed his pain more effectively, and for the first time felt genuinely in control of his recovery at home.
Recognising that other patients deserved the same access, he joined forces with the wider team to found MyRecoverEase, ensuring that no one has to navigate post-surgical recovery without the right tools.
David brings nearly 20 years of experience in orthopaedic and musculoskeletal patient care. He began his career in an orthopaedic clinic, casting fractures, fitting braces, and providing post-operative care, before progressing to support specialist surgeons in complex knee, hip, and ankle procedures.
He remains closely involved in orthopaedic surgery, representing a number of implant and trauma manufacturers and providing technical expertise within the operating theatre to ensure the correct and safe implantation of devices.
Outside of work, David competes in hill climbs and sprint events in a self-built, race-prepared Peugeot 205 GTI, and enjoys sailing his 14-foot dinghy with his son in and around Portland Harbour.
Ben is a former professional rugby player, coach, and orthopaedic specialist with over 15 years of experience across elite sport and healthcare environments. Throughout his career he has worked closely with surgeons, physiotherapists, athletes, and patients, developing a detailed understanding of what effective recovery requires at every level.
Having witnessed first hand the impact that quality recovery support can have on outcomes, Ben joined MyRecoverEase to help bring the same standard of recovery technology available to professional athletes to everyone who needs it.
Our Medical Team.
Jonny qualified in Sports Science and Business from the University of Gloucestershire in 2000 before completing his physiotherapy degree at the University of Bradford in 2003. He holds a Masters with Distinction in Advancing Physiotherapy and is fully qualified in acupuncture (AACP registered).
His career spans NHS senior roles, Nuffield Hospitals, and the founding of Farsley Physiotherapy, which grew into the Yorkshire Physiotherapy Network, a seven-clinic group and preferred provider to Leeds City Council. In 2010 he joined Manchester United Football Club, where he served for 11 years and was the First Team Physiotherapist for 4 years.
Since 2021, Jonny has served as Head Physiotherapist at Strive Jersey, a facility specialising in the development of youth and elite athletes. He brings deep clinical expertise and an unmatched breadth of elite sport experience to the MyRecoverEase team.
Chloe Montgomery is an experienced Sports Rehabilitation Therapist with a proven track record working at the highest levels of professional sport. During her time with Harlequins Rugby, Chloe was part of the medical and performance team that helped the club secure a Premiership title, gaining invaluable experience in elite athlete management and rehabilitation.With a passion for combining evidence-based rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and hands-on therapy.
Today, Chloe works within the performance environment of the Welsh Rugby Union, supporting athletes to optimise performance, recover from injury, and return to competition safely and effectively. Alongside her elite sport commitments, Chloe works at Funktion. She works with a wide range of athletes and organisations across the island, including Jersey Cricket, Jersey Jets, and Ballet d'Jèrri, helping everyone from international athletes to performers and active individuals achieve their goals.
Chloe is dedicated to helping people move better, recover faster, and perform at their best. Whether supporting professional athletes, post-surgical patients, or those recovering from everyday injuries, her approach is centred around delivering personalised care and exceptional results.Through MyRecoverEase, Chloe combines her extensive experience in elite sport with innovative recovery solutions, helping clients maximise recovery, reduce pain, and return to doing what they love as quickly and safely as possible.