Take a Breath Physio

08/06/2025

Gorgeous little stay just round the corner. A chance to get back to nature, reset, relax and be with good friends
Thank you for this beautiful space to reconnect.
I hope to return very soon 💜

14/10/2024

Nasal Rehabilitation , WHY?
Struggling to breathe through your nose? Suffering with nasal stuffiness? Post nasal drip? Irritation in your throat such as throat clearing or cough? Changes in your voice? Want to work out but struggling with breathlessness and fatigue? Or stagnating and what to run faster or cycle harder?

Take A Breath Physio can help with your nasal needs. The body sees you as a whole not segmented parts. If your nose isn't clear then you can't breathe efficiently. This has a direct effect on your throat, lungs and then any output such as movement, memory, breathing, voice and nervous system.

Whether you have an existing lung condition, allergies, post nasal surgery or just struggling to nasal breath contact us now for a full assessment, virtually or face to face.

30/09/2024

It's not everyday you get to meet one of your respiratory idols, but this weekend I did.

I attended .rosalbacourtney's workshop on rehabilitation of the nose and larynx and the MARM assessment and breathing muscle reset treatment.

I learnt so much about the interconnectivity of all systems from the brain to the pelvic floor. The importance of nasal management in allergies, post surgery, and how it's linked to voice and throat construction as well as the impact of disordered breathing and breathlessness.

This course exoanded on my Buyteko and Bradcliff Method training and already I have been putting some of these new skills and techniques into practice and the results have been incredible.

As a Physio, linking my foundation of musculoskeletal and respiratory knowledge to breath patterning means I fully look at patients as a whole to improve symptoms and quality of life.

It was also incredible to connect with others in the field both in the NHS and privately.

Interested in finding out how Take A Breath Physio can help you, message or link on to the website for more details.

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26/08/2024

Pilates is a low-impact exercise method that offers benefits for both the mind and body, making it an ideal choice for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Pilates focuses on:

🟡 Core Strength and Stability. 

The core, often referred to as the "powerhouse," includes the muscles of the abdomen, lower back, hips, and pelvis. A strong core provides stability, improves posture, and reduces the risk of injury. By engaging these muscles in every movement, Pilates helps to create a solid foundation for all other physical activities.

🟡 Improved Flexibility

Pilates is known for its emphasis on flexibility and controlled movements. Unlike some exercise regimes that focus solely on strength, Pilates incorporates stretching into its routine. This not only increases flexibility but also helps to lengthen and tone muscles, giving practitioners a leaner appearance.

🟡 Enhanced Mental Well-being

 Pilates has a profound impact on mental health. The practice encourages mindfulness, requiring focus on breath control and the precision of movements. This concentration helps to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and improve mental clarity.  Plus is also fun and classes are very inviting and friendly, often with cake at the end of each term. 

🟡 Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation

Pilates is often recommended by physiotherapists for its rehabilitative qualities. As a Physiotherapist myself I recognise it's low-impact nature makes it a safe option for those recovering from injuries, while the focus on alignment and controlled movement helps to prevent future injuries.

Whether you're looking to build strength, improve flexibility, or find a new way to de-stress, Pilates might be the perfect addition to your routine. Sign up to the new term this September and join our very friendly class.

19/07/2024

🌞 Summer summer summer Term🌞
Summer sessions pilates and our focus for this term is...... Stretching.
Combined with weights from last term let's get loose and limber this summer.

07/07/2024

💫 I love a hand written card and this one was even more special 💫

🗻I recently had a client who set herself the most amazing challenge to climb to Everest Base Camp. Training was progressing well with endurance and strength fitness but the fear of the ascent and thinning air led her to explore breathwork.

🌬️A few sessions of education, breathing exercises and coping strategies gave her enough confidence to add this to her toolkit to achieve her goal and the feedback has been incredible.

🍃Breathwork can be used in all areas of our life. It can help with improving sleep, rest, fitness, stress and health just to name a few.

🍃Thinking of taking on a new challenge? Want to learn more about how breathwork can help you? Contact Take A Breath Physio via our blog or message on IG to see what we can offer.

03/07/2024

Diaphragm Facts

> Diaphragm means partition in Greek; it separates the abdominal contents from the chest (thorax cavity).
> attaches to the cartilage of ribs 7-10 and the bone of our last 2 ribs; 11 and 12, the lumbar spine and the pointy part of our breastbone; the xiphoid process.
> the main artery (aorta) and vein (vena cava) pass through.
>lower back pain/ reduction range of movement in the Lumbar spine can be linked to a weak diaphragm.
>poor abdominal strength can lead to rib opening increasing hyperinflation and conversely tight abdominals can pull ribs in restricting rib movement making breathing more difficult.
>the oesophagus passes through, which is why diaphragm weakness can contribute to reflux symptoms.

This 1 muscle can have have a huge impact on our breathing simply due to posture, lifestyle, injury and pregnancy. If you are more breathlessness than normal, breathing irregularly, noticing you are yawning or sighing more in the daytime this could be due to diaphragm insufficiency.

Come and see Take A Breath Physio for assessment to see how we can help you improve your breathing with simple exercises to improve posture, strength and control.

01/07/2024

🌟Today is National Bronchiectasis awareness day🌟

🫁 Bronchiectasis is a long-term condition affecting the airways in your lungs. Your airways widen and can become inflamed with thick secretions called phelgm meaning airways may not clear properly.

🫁 Too much phlegm can cause bacterial infections, which can lead to chest infections. These chest infections should be treated quickly to stop lung damage. Sometimes the phelgm is sticky and you need help to clear your phelgm, this may be only during an infection or it maybe more often to maintain clear lungs. 

🌟Take A Breath Physio can help with clearing your lungs making it easier for you to breath and reducing your risk of infection and further damage to your lungs.

📧 Link into our bio for our website or message to see how we can help you. 

26/06/2024

25/06/2024

The inhale ~ exhale

breathe in deep, breathe in quick, breathe slower, breathe through your nose, box breathing, rectangle breathing, breathe and hold your breath.....

It's very confusing and sometimes conflicting about "how" you "should" breathe. But the truth is, breathing pattern is very individual and dependant on what you want to achieve.

Breathing for health
Breathing for wellness
Breathing for calm

These all have cross over techniques but without individual assessment to tailor treatment to your needs it's very difficult to be a 'one-stop-shop'.

If you are experiencing breathlessness at rest, in activity or exertion why not book an assessment with Take A Breath Physio to formally assess diagnose and point you in the right direction to improve quality of life, return to exercise, return to social events and reassure.