ID Physio

19/01/2026

Balance is more than just standing on one leg.
Stability exercises improve proprioception and help prevent falls.

Good balance training includes:
Starting at the right level - your level
Progressing safely
Training real life reactions.
Leave a comment below if you need to improve your balance and you don't know where to start.

05/01/2026

As we step into a new year, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to all my patients and their families. 🌿

May this year bring you health, confidence in your movement, and moments of independence that truly matter.

Working as a physiotherapist with older adults, I see every day how much difference the right support can make — whether it’s improving balance, reducing the risk of falls, recovering after illness or surgery, or simply helping someone feel safer and more confident in their own home/care homes.

Physiotherapy is not just about exercises; it’s about understanding each person’s abilities, fears, and goals, and building strength, stability, and trust step by step, at a pace that feels right for them.

Thank you to the families and carers who are part of this journey — your involvement and support are essential.

I look forward to continuing to support safe mobility, independence, and quality of life throughout the year ahead.
Wishing you a healthy and steady start to the new year.

15/12/2025

🦵 Knee Replacement: When Is It Indicated and What Happens After?

Knee replacement surgery (total knee arthroplasty) can be a life-changing solution when knee pain and stiffness significantly limit daily activities and conservative treatments are no longer effective.

🔹 When is knee replacement indicated?

✔️ Advanced knee osteoarthritis
✔️ Persistent pain, including night pain
✔️ Significant stiffness and reduced range of motion
✔️ Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, or standing up from a chair
✔️ Poor response to physiotherapy, injections, or medication

The decision is made together with an orthopaedic surgeon — but surgery is only one part of the journey.

🔹 What happens after surgery?

🔑 Rehabilitation is essential for a good long-term outcome.

A successful knee replacement is not defined only by the operation itself, but by how well movement, strength, and confidence are restored afterwards.

Rehabilitation is progressive and goal-driven, usually divided into stages:

1️⃣ Early stage (0–2 weeks)
• pain and swelling management
• regaining full knee extension
• early muscle activation
• assisted walking.

2️⃣ Intermediate stage (2–6 weeks)
• increasing range of motion
• building muscle strength
• improving balance and walking quality.

3️⃣ Advanced stage (6–12+ weeks)
• functional strength
• coordination and stability
• return to daily activities with confidence.

🔹 A key message

Exercises are not one-size-fits-all.
They must be adapted to the stage of recovery, individual goals, and lifestyle.

👉 In the upcoming posts, I will share key exercises for each rehabilitation stage, explaining:
• what we work on
• why it matters
• the goal behind each exercise.

💙 Education + guided rehabilitation make the difference.

04/12/2025

👉 Does the fear of falling make you stop moving?
It may feel like a way to keep yourself safe… but in reality, moving less actually increases the very risk you’re trying to avoid.

What happens when you reduce your activity because of fear?

🦵 Gradual loss of leg strength

⚖️ Reduced balance and coordination

🚶‍♂️ Slower, smaller, more unstable gait

🧠 Lower confidence and higher anxiety

🛏️ Avoiding daily tasks → loss of independence over time

The irony?
The more you protect yourself by saying “I won’t move so I don’t fall,” the more the body adapts to inactivity… and becomes less able to keep you safe.

The good news:
Fall risk decreases significantly with targeted strength, balance and gait-training exercises. Even a few minutes a day can rebuild confidence and control.

If this sounds like you, or someone in your family, I can help with a safe, progressive plan that matches your ability.

📩 Send me a message for personalised advice or an assessment.

25/11/2025

💦 Balance challenge with people in the community interested in falls prevention, presented by ID Physio
Foto: Paul Boyce

28/10/2025

🧠👣 Vestibular Health & Balance in Older Adults

Did you know that dizziness and balance problems are not just a normal part of aging?
Around 35% of adults over 40 and up to 80% of people over 80 experience vestibular dysfunction — issues with the inner ear balance system that can lead to:

✅ Frequent dizziness or light-headedness
✅ Unsteady walking
✅ Near-falls or falls
✅ Difficulty turning the head while walking
✅ Avoiding movement due to fear of losing balance

Many of these cases are due to vestibular hypofunction — the inner ear not communicating properly with the brain. The good news?
The vestibular system can be trained!

✨ When vestibular impairments are properly assessed and treated through specialised exercises, improvements can include:

🔹 Better postural stability
🔹 Improved gaze and movement control
🔹 Reduced dizziness and disorientation
🔹 Increased confidence in daily mobility
🔹 Lower fall risk

🟦 As a physiotherapist specialised in vestibular rehabilitation, I help older adults restore function through tailored, evidence-based treatment — often with life-changing results.

If you or a loved one struggles with dizziness or balance, don’t wait for a fall to happen. A thorough vestibular assessment can reveal what’s behind the symptoms and guide the right intervention.

📩 Send me a message — let’s get your balance back on track!

19/10/2025

19/10/2025

Are you or a loved one struggling with balance, dizziness, or reduced mobility?

At ID Physio, I bring expert physiotherapy services directly to your home, helping you move confidently, regain strength, and stay independent.

💙 Community Physiotherapy
✔ Falls prevention & mobility training
✔ Strength and balance recovery after illness or surgery
✔ Gentle exercise programs adapted to your environment

💫 Vestibular Rehabilitation
✔ Reduce dizziness & vertigo
✔ Improve balance and stability
✔ Feel steady and safe again in daily life

🏠 Sessions available at home, in care homes, or online — designed around your comfort and needs.

💬 Book your initial consultation today and take the first step toward feeling steady again.

👉 Click Send Message to get started with ID Physio

18/10/2025

🌿 ID Physio – Bringing Physiotherapy to You 🌿

At ID Physio, I believe that recovery and better movement start where you feel most comfortable — in your own community.

Whether you’re managing pain, reduced mobility, balance issues, or neurological conditions, I offer personalised community physiotherapy sessions designed to help you stay active, independent, and confident.

💙 Community Physiotherapy Services

Falls prevention & balance training

Mobility and strength recovery after illness or injury

Post-surgery rehabilitation

Exercise programs tailored to your home environment

💫 Specialised Vestibular Services
If you experience dizziness, vertigo, or unsteadiness, you might be dealing with a vestibular condition. Through evidence-based vestibular rehabilitation, I can help you:

Reduce dizziness and visual blurring

Regain balance and confidence

Return to your daily activities safely

🏠 Sessions are available at home, in care homes, or online, depending on your needs.
💬 For more information or to book a free initial chat, send me a message or visit my website
www.idphysio.co.uk

Because every step — steady and confident — starts with the right support. 💪

28/09/2025

❗️Two reasons to consider when thinking about physio rehabilitation.

❗️There are absolutely much more benefits

22/09/2025

🌟 Did you know your balance could be signaling more than just a stumble? 🌟

For millions of people, dizziness, vertigo, or unsteady walking aren’t just minor annoyances—they could be signs of vestibular conditions. The vestibular system, located in your inner ear, plays a vital role in keeping you steady, oriented, and safe.

👣 Common signs of vestibular problems:

Feeling like the room is spinning or moving

Unexplained dizziness or lightheadedness

Difficulty walking straight or maintaining balance

Nausea or motion sensitivity

💡 Why it matters:
Ignoring these signs can increase your risk of falls, reduce confidence in daily activities, and affect your overall quality of life. Early assessment and tailored physiotherapy can make a real difference.

✨ What you can do:

Stay active and practice gentle balance exercises

Seek a vestibular physiotherapy assessment if symptoms persist

Make small environmental changes at home to prevent falls

Your balance is more than a physical ability—it’s your connection to the world around you. Let’s give it the attention it deserves!

If you experience any of these symptoms, comment dizzy below or send me a private message.

And share this message with your friends, they might need this kind of help!