After initially obtaining a degree in Sports Science from the University of Surrey, Dave re-trained in Physiotherapy and graduated from the University of Nottingham with first class honours in 1994.

He worked at the Leicester Royal Infirmary before moving to the Derby Gait Analysis Laboratory in 1998. During his time at both institutions he was able to specialise in sport - working with the Leicester Tigers, the England Women's Netball Team, the English Schools Badminton Association and the British Triathlon Association.

He joined Leicester City in 1999 and became Head Physiotherapist a year later.

Dave is responsible for physio treatment of all of the professional players. His main duties include prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of all professional players at the club.

He is currently involved in a number of research areas, including Aetiology of injuries in Professional Football.

Dave has presented his research at National and international meetings with a number of articles being published.