Active Therapy Physio

12/02/2026

I love how mobilising aids have developed.

This 4 wheeled walker is excellent for people who need to be mindful of their posture. I like that it keeps the user properly upright with its height adjustable handles and that it is so streamlined in design- improving its portability.

No, I have no financial interest in the product, this is just my opinion.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUeQJbXkSgd/?igsh=dWdoaXZjOWd3cmdy

10/02/2026

Taking a holistic approach to my service delivery is important to me…

During our 2-week break, I am exploring other avenues via a separate (to the exercise classes) service, so that I can continue to support my participants to work on their voice quality and respiratory function - hint 🎼🎶🎤.

05/02/2026

Phew busy Washington group today - very enjoyable. 💪🏻🫁🧠 So busy I forgot to take a photo!

Welcome to our 2 new members!

A massive thank you to my latest volunteer- I will leave space for her to introduce herself 😜

See you all on the 26th!

02/02/2026

Friends of Gateshead 50+
I would highly recommend this programme if you are looking for some additional structured falls prevention training!

02/02/2026

05/02 Gateshead group: 1. circuits, 2. ball game & 3. facial muscle training. Tea & cake 🫶🏻

02/02/2026

05/02 Washington group : 1. circuits, 2. raise from the floor training & 3. facial muscle training 🫶🏻

30/01/2026

The Parkinson’s UK Excellence Network have asked that I share this opportunity for newly diagnosed people with you:

“Our next newly diagnosed webinar is on Thursday 12 February at 7pm and will focus on Nutrition and Parkinson's.

This webinar will explore how food impacts Parkinson’s, medication and physical activity. Our panel of experts will discuss what good nutrition looks like for people living with Parkinson’s and how to enhance daily living with good food choices.

Our panel of experts includes:
Mahjabin Islam, Consultant Neurologist and Research Fellow at NIHR Sheffield BRC (Biomedical Research Centre)
Shane Gordon, Research Assistant at the Centre for Molecular Biosciences at Ulster University
Dipna Anand, Chef, Author, TV Chef and Food Blogger
Andy Green, member of the Oxford branch of Parkinson's UK, and volunteer for the First Steps courses for people newly diagnosed with Parkinson's. Andy also has lived experience of Parkinson's.
People with Parkinson's can sign up for the webinar at: https://bit.ly/3Mc3bWu

Share our flyer with your newly diagnosed patients: https://bit.ly/4a6kro3
Or visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/3Z93OTM “

30/01/2026

Good participant engagement from both groups yesterday! Thank you to our new volunteer too 😜💕🫶🏻

28/01/2026

28/01/2026

When was the last time you took some time out for yourself to enjoy being outdoors?

28/01/2026

Although quite a long article, I thought it was interesting and accessible.

Funnily enought, my balance has always been shocking, but since I completed my physio degree and then started to develop some pain in my knees (undiagnosed arthritis), I had been doing some single leg stands periodically through the day and to fair, I had noticed improvements in both balance and pain.

Exercise evidence shows, that doing some exercise, little and often (exercise snacking) is as effective as doing one full workout in one go. It all counts towards the 🎯 if 150 mins of moderate exercise a week.

Did I mention that I do my single leg stands while waiting for a bus or the kettle to boil?

Do some single leg stands daily folks! ⚠️ Use a sturdy chair or countertop to hold onto if you need the support (psst, it’s not cheating).

https://www.bbc.co.uk/future/article/20260114-the-surprising-benefits-of-standing-on-one-leg?fbclid=IwRlRTSAPmor9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEepK4cmzFN-uNfukqneLROqRmbG098T-BGEQ30ApYSq8cRs_Nu9zKEEL4jlQk_aem_KOLwGEtm2l-Q0B4HQJBE2w

Spending a few minutes each day balancing on a single limb can make you stronger, boost your memory and keep your brain healthier.