GX Physio

10/10/2025

✨ Thanks Elena! ✨
We're so happy you had such a great experience with Susan at GX Physio & Sports Injury Clinic. After just three manual therapy sessions, your neck pain was gone and now you're feeling stronger, energised and ready to get moving again 💪💙

Hearing stories like yours makes what we do so rewarding 🙌

06/10/2025

🧠 Stress doesn't just live in your mind—it lives in your neck.
When you're stressed, your body goes into fight-or-flight mode, triggering a hormonal response that increases muscle tension, particularly in the neck and shoulders. Over time, this ongoing tension can lead to chronic discomfort. Stress is one of the most common non-injury-related causes of neck pain, keeping muscles contracted longer than they should and reducing flexibility.

📊 Research shows that prolonged stress correlates with increased neck and shoulder tension and pain. (Neuroscience Group
)

✨ If your neck feels stiff or sore, take a moment to assess your posture and tension levels—or book a physiotherapy check to get ahead of it.

03/10/2025

Neck pain isn't always the same. Whiplash often comes from a sudden jolt, while mechanical neck pain usually builds up from everyday posture or stress. Research shows that whiplash injuries can affect not just muscles but also ligaments and joints in the neck (Sterling et al., 2011), whereas mechanical neck pain is more often linked to muscle tension and poor posture (Binder, 2008).

Knowing the difference helps you get the right treatment and recover faster. 💆‍♂️✨
If your neck's been giving you bother, pop in and let us take a look

01/10/2025

Did you know? 🤔
The human head weighs about 4.5–5kg (10–12 lbs) — roughly the same as a bowling ball 🎳. In a neutral position (ears over shoulders), this weight is evenly supported by the spine and surrounding muscles.

👉 But here's the lesser-known part: for every inch your head moves forward (like when you're on phones or laptops), the load on your neck muscles nearly doubles. At just 3 inches forward, your neck could be carrying the equivalent of a 20kg weight! 📖 Source: Hansraj, K.K., Surgical Technology International (2014)

No wonder so many working adults feel neck pain, stiffness, or even headaches after long screen sessions.

At GX Physio & Sports Injury Clinic, we don't just treat the pain — we help you retrain your posture, strengthen your deep neck stabilisers, and build habits that reduce daily strain.

29/09/2025

👋 Tomorrow's the day! The team at GX Physio is ready to welcome you to our Tuesday Morning Run Club — 7:00am at 7 East Common, Gerrards Cross.

We'll be there bright and early with smiles, trainers on, and plenty of good energy to get the week started.

👟 Bring a mate, come say hi, and let's make Tuesday mornings something to look forward to.
🙌 Lock in your spot and get updates here http://bit.ly/424Os4x

28/09/2025

https://mailchi.mp/gxphysio/tuesday-running-club-win-a-massage Tuesday Run Club kicks off on ...Tuesday... at 7am! See you there. Also... click on this link to see details of our competition to win a 60-minute Sports Massage/ Physio Appointment.

27/09/2025

👟 Just a few days to go until we kick off the Tuesday Morning Run Club — starting Tuesday 30 September at 7:00am from GX Physio Clinic, 7 East Common, Gerrards Cross.

It's a relaxed, 30-minute beginner-friendly social run. The perfect way to boost your fitness, clear your head, and connect with the local community before work. No racing, no pressure — just a fun, supportive start to your Tuesday.

🙌 Lock in your spot and get updates here http://bit.ly/424Os4x
👉 See you Tuesday!

26/09/2025

Q: Do I Always Need Crutches After an Ankle Sprain?
Not always! It depends on the severity of the sprain. 🦶

Mild sprains → you might walk carefully without crutches.

Moderate sprains → crutches can help take pressure off while healing.

Severe sprains → definitely best to use them until you can safely put weight through your ankle.

👉 The key is listening to your body (and your physio!) — if walking causes sharp pain or limping, crutches may be your best friend for now.

24/09/2025

Stiff ankles in the morning? 🦶
Don't ignore it, it could be slowing down your movement all day.

Try this one simple stretch to wake up your joints, improve circulation, and make every step feel lighter. Perfect for busy mornings, runners, and anyone stuck at a desk. Start your day moving better, not stiffer!"

🔥 Save this for tomorrow morning
👣 Tag a friend who needs this

22/09/2025

🚶‍♂️ Struggling with stiff ankles?
Poor ankle mobility can affect your balance, running performance and even increase risk of knee and hip injuries.

🔥 Here are 3 simple ankle mobility drills you can do anywhere to improve flexibility, reduce stiffness and move with confidence.

Perfect for:
✅ Runners
✅ Gym-goers
✅ Everyday movement

Try them today and feel the difference in just a few minutes!

21/09/2025

Super proud to support GX Fun Run in our joint mission to cultivate a strong, thriving community where we come together and get our bodies moving! - whilst supporting a wonderful cause in Scanappeal Camerons Companions, and the GXCA as we gather the Gerrards Cross Community Group/ Gerrard's Cross Community!

Sunday 17th May @ 11:30 - one for your diaries!!

👋 Hello Friday! The weekend is nearly here - who else is ready for it? 🎉

We’ve got something fun to share… we’re on the lookout for creative minds to help design a brand-new mascot for the Fun Run Together - GX! 🏃‍♂️💨

Some of you may remember our long-standing mascot who’s now enjoying a well-earned retirement 💤🐾 … it was actually quite sad saying goodbye. But can anyone remember his name? 🤔

Pop your ideas (and guesses!) in the comments below ⬇️ – and if you’re feeling artistic, we’d love to see your mascot design ideas too!

📧 Send your creations to mascot@gerrardscrosstogether.co.uk - we can’t wait to see the amazing ideas our community comes up with!

Let’s bring a little extra colour, fun, and personality to our much-loved community event 💛💙💚

Thank you to our amazing Gold and Silver Sponsors
Doctor Now & The Beaconsfield Clinic Chhokar & Co Solicitors Nunn Hayward Kidd Rapinet LLP Gerrards Cross Golf Club official B P Collins LLP The Frost Partnership David Moore Photography Community Together GX Physio Gayhurst School Trust

We are supporting: Scannappeal Cameron's Companions and GXCA