McCann Physiotherapy

18/10/2025

🌸 World Menopause Day 🌸

As discussed at the conference last week — your menstrual cycle is your superpower! 💪 It’s recognised as the 5th vital sign, giving us valuable insight into how our bodies are coping with life’s demands.

Throughout our lives, our cycles naturally change — and since everyone’s cycle is unique, menopause symptoms will vary between women.

👉 Talk about your changes.
👉 Track your changes.
👉 As Michelle reminded us, engage in a little “me-search” — get to know what’s normal for you. 💜

The offer a useful questionnaire to help identify symptoms you can discuss with your GP, and also provide a Menopause Symptom Self-Assessment on their menopause page.

Whatever your age, it’s never too early (or too late!) to understand your cycle and seek support when needed. If you’d like to chat about your symptoms or how physiotherapy can support you during this stage, we’re here for you at and 🫶

13/10/2025

🏃‍♀️ Still feeling that half marathon in your legs? 🏃‍♂️

Now’s the perfect time for some active recovery!

This week only, get 20% off initial appointments at McCann Physiotherapy — for all runners.

Whether it’s assessing those post-race niggles or getting treatment to keep your training strong into winter, take care of yourself now.
From one runner to another — I know how much leaving those little injuries can hold you back 💪

👉 Tag & share with your running friends who need this!

– Tricia @ McCann Physiotherapy 🫶

📞 Tel: 07738 427670
📧 Email: tricia@mccannphysiotherapy.com

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12/10/2025

🏃‍♀️ Good luck to everyone running the Manchester Half Marathon today! 🎉

Wishing you all a strong, steady, and enjoyable race. You’ve put in the training — now it’s time to enjoy every mile!

I’m cheering you on all the way, and if you need a bit of help with recovery or any post-race niggles, I’ll be here to help.

Go smash it, Manchester! 💪💛

Tricia

06/10/2025

🏃‍♀️ Why Warm-Ups Matter (and Why Now’s the Time to Check In)

It’s half marathon season — and I’m seeing a big rise in runners coming into clinic with calf, hip, and knee niggles 👣
Most of these aren’t from overtraining… but from skipping the small stuff.

👉 Warm-ups.
They’re often the first thing dropped when training gets busy — but they’re one of the most powerful tools for staying injury-free.

🔍 Research shows runners who include dynamic warm-ups before training or races experience up to 50% fewer injuries, along with better muscle activation, coordination, and performance.
In other words: it’s not “extra” — it’s essential.

As you approach race day, this is the time to:
✅ Prioritise your warm-up routine
✅ Get niggles checked early (before taper week!)
✅ Set yourself up for a smooth, confident run

I’ve noticed a real uptick in running injury appointments recently — especially as training mileage peaks.
If you’re feeling sore, tight, or unsure how to manage the final few weeks, book in now.

A quick check-in could be the difference between starting line confidence and race-day frustration.

📍 McCann Physiotherapy — Pelvic Health & Musculoskeletal Specialist
📆 Appointments available this week
💬 DM me or click the link in bio to book your assessment

Let’s get you to the start line strong and pain-free 💪
— Tricia 🫶

18/09/2025

It’s been a while since I’ve shared something in depth here – clinic life and life-life have kept me busy – but I’ve got a burning question I can’t shake…

👉 What’s with all the knee accessories I’m seeing on runners lately?

Every time I’m out on the canal, I notice more and more straps, sleeves, and supports. Is it just me being more observant because I’m running more, or is there a real increase in runners strapping up their knees?

And then I start to wonder:
🔹 Who’s advising on these supports?
🔹 Did you see a physio and get assessed, or is it more of a comfort blanket around a joint to get through training?

This isn’t a critique. I’m genuinely curious about the reasons – and whether some runners might actually benefit from peeling back the layers and learning to run with fewer accessories in the long term.

If you’re one of these runners (or know one), ask yourself:
👉 Do I know why I’m using this support?
👉 Could I be masking an issue that needs proper guidance?

Sometimes the “quick fix” can create problems later down the line.

It feels good to put this thought out there – now I can get back to my usual mix of overthinking and sharing info with you all. 👊

Comment below or DM me with answers or questions … I’m curious and want to help

Tricia
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13/09/2025

It was such a pleasure to be invited to chat with all of you about postnatal recovery 💕. I loved being able to share tips and answer as many questions as we could squeeze in – such an inspiring group of mums! Looking forward to the next one ✨

12/08/2025

🦵 Knee pain holding you back?
It might be your meniscus — here’s how to spot the signs, what you can do, and when to get it checked.

1️⃣ Meniscal Anatomy
Your meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage pad inside the knee that acts as a shock absorber and stabiliser. You have one on the inside (medial) and one on the outside (lateral).

2️⃣ Common Problems
Tears can be traumatic (sports, twisting, impact) or degenerative (wear over time).

3️⃣ Signs & Symptoms
Swelling, stiffness, pain with twisting, “locking” or “catching,” and difficulty squatting. These can lead to reduced function, lower quality of life, and mental strain.

4️⃣ How Physio Can Help
Rehab focuses on mobility, strength, and proprioception. Evidence shows targeted exercise can improve pain and function — often avoiding surgery.

5️⃣ When to Investigate
If symptoms stop you completing rehab, or there’s no progress after a structured programme, an MRI (gold standard for diagnosis) may be appropriate. Both surgery and conservative care can be effective depending on the tear and your goals.

6️⃣ Takeaways

Listen to your body and act on knee pain early.

Get a thorough physiotherapy assessment for an accurate diagnosis.

Not all tears mean surgery — but all need careful load progression, stress management, and long-term lower-limb conditioning.

References & Experience: Kumar et al. 2025, Mao et al. 2025, Monson et al. 2025, plus 18 years of clinical physiotherapy experience.

📞 Need help? Contact us:
Tel: 07738 427 670
Email: info@mccannphysiotherapy.com
Web: www.mccannphysiotherapy.com

06/08/2025

🌸 I’m so excited to be joining you all at the Mum Reset event! 🌸
I’ll be there to chat about all things physiotherapy – so if you have any concerns or little niggles you’ve been ignoring, come and grab me for a chat!

Although I’m a specialist pelvic health physiotherapist, I also combine this expertise with my advanced musculoskeletal physiotherapy skills, so feel free to ask me anything related to your recovery, strength, or overall well-being.

Can’t wait to see you all there! 💪✨
Tricia, McCann Physiotherapy

05/08/2025

📢 Great news for your health and wellbeing! 🧘‍♀️💪

We’re seeing a fantastic rise in customers using their private medical insurance to access physiotherapy — a brilliant way to invest in your self-care, especially when it’s part of your work benefits! 🙌✨

McCann Physiotherapy is recognised by a wide range of insurance providers (see image ☝️), making it easier than ever to prioritise your recovery and performance.

To help us with smooth booking and invoicing, please ensure you have the following ready:
✅ Policy/Membership Number
✅ Authorisation Code
✅ Number of Sessions Authorised

Need help booking your appointment? We’re here to support you — feel free to email or call us directly:
📧info@mccannphysiotherapy.com
📞07738427670

23/07/2025

ℹ️Pelvic floor = trampoline of support.

So naturally, I thought, “What better place to reflect on pelvic health… than an actual trampoline park?” 😅

Here I am, surrounded by energetic kids, new parents, and at least three people pretending not to need the toilet after one bounce.

📸 The first time I came here was with a friend—we were both two years postpartum and feeling confident… until that first bounce. We locked eyes, wide-eyed in silent panic, and immediately remembered our pelvic floors had not signed up for this. 🫣

Pelvic floors are incredible. They support our organs, manage pressure, and keep things in that should stay in. But after pregnancy? That “support trampoline” can often feel more like a tired old mattress.

So here’s your friendly reminder:
✨ Be kind to your recovering (and recovered-ish) body
✨ Do your pelvic floor exercises (hello, Squeezy app)
✨ And maybe don’t start your return-to-exercise journey on an actual trampoline

Feeling symptoms like bladder/bowel changes, pelvic pain, or discomfort? Book a pelvic health assessment—you deserve to feel strong, supported, and confident. 💪💦

22/07/2025

Great breastfeeding support teams 🫶

All drop ins running as normal in the summer holidays ☀️ although it’s more like ☔️ today! Come along and say Hi if you need us or just fancy a chat ❤️

19/07/2025

Postnatal recovery, the McCann way 💪

🫶We’ve been blown away by the number of postpartum ladies taking charge of their health and booking in for our 20% off Postnatal Assessments during June and July — it’s been amazing to see such a proactive approach to recovery! 💜

📆With just 12 days left in the offer, we know how quickly time can slip away... so we’re giving you a little more flexibility!

👉 Book in July for an August appointment, and you’ll still get the 20% discount.

Your recovery matters — let’s make it count. ✨

🌐www.mccannphysiotherapy.com
📞07738427670
📧info@mccannphysiotherapy.com