We like to share our knowledge about physiotherapy because we believe that the more you know about your condition the better able you will be to manage it effectively over the longer term.
Free lectures
We have organised a series of free lectures on nutrition and how making the right food choices can complement physiotherapy and the recovery process.
Food as Medicine: Eating well for osteoarthritis
Wednesday 14 May, 6.45-8pm
Guest speakers and nutritional therapists Natalie and Caroline will cover:
- Osteoarthritis explained - what it is, the signs, symptoms and risk factors for men and women.
- The metabolic and muscular connection - is osteoarthritis just about wear and tear.
- The influence of the gut on your joints - how the microbiome can play a role in your aches and pains.
- Essential nutrients for joint health - the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet and specific nutrients within it.
The lecture will be followed by a question and answer session.
Pre-diabetes prevention – the power of diet and lifestyle
Wednesday 11 June
Talk content includes:
- Understanding pre-diabetes and blood sugars – what is it and what does it mean
- Connecting health factors – what might be driving your higher blood sugars
- The balanced plate – understand how to keep blood sugars stable without restriction
- Meal timing and portion control – it isn’t just about what you eat.
- Other factors that influence blood sugars – exercise, hydration, stress, sleep.
Tickets can be reserved from mid-May.
Navigating midlife transformation – the role of nutrition and lifestyle in perimenopause
Wednesday 2 July
Talk content includes:
- What is perimenopause – understanding the hormonal fluctuations and changes in metabolism
- The important glands, organs and health implications for women as you move with menopause
- Signs and symptoms of transformation - from the everyday complaints to the hidden ones you may not know about.
- Key nutrients for perimenopause support – helping to prepare, manages and alleviate symptoms.
- Stress management and taking time for yourself – the importance of lifestyle changes.
Tickets can be reserved from mid-May.
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Life has a habit of throwing us a few curve balls and that was certainly the case for veteran rugby player Brad Van den Bosch. Read Brad’s story.
An illness left Roger unable to be as active as normal but his positivity, weekly exercise class and one to one sessions with our rehab therapist saw him rebuild his strength and return to doing the activities he enjoys. Read Roger’s story.
Dawn was involved in a road traffic accident which left her with multiple broken bones and internal injuries. We worked with her to put together a bespoke rehab programme which has helped her achieve her goals. Read Dawn’s story.
How hard work and the discovery of hydrotherapy helped Jackie defy the odds and return to the dance floor. Read Jackie’s story.
How rehab helped Derek regain mobility after a knee replacement. Read Derek’s story.
A bespoke treatment plan helped Penny to swim again after a stroke. Read Penny‘s story.
How a best-selling author and busy mum of two relearnt how to walk following a multiple fracture to her leg. Read Clare’s story.
Following a knee replacement, Anne set herself a goal to walk unaided for 45 minutes unaided. She beat her goal after just four weeks. Read Anne‘s story.
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Useful links
Strengthening:
- Strengthening exercises
- Resources to help you be active
- Living with a long term condition and how to introduce strengthening
Exercises to help avoid aches and pains when working from home.
Patient decision support tool for joint replacement.
Helping older people to stay active at home.
