Revival Health & Wellbeing Centre

10/09/2025

Supporting our Sports Therapist Jack, whilst he takes on a cycling challenge to raise awareness.

This September, in recognition of Su***de Prevention Month, we are taking on a powerful challenge:
84 minutes of endurance activity every single day for 30 days.

Why 84 minutes?
Because, on average, 84 people in England lose their lives to su***de each week (ONS data). Behind every number is a son, daughter, parent, friend, or colleague. We want to honour those lives, raise awareness, and help ensure more people get the support they need before it’s too late.

We’re proud to be fundraising for Beder, a brilliant UK charity that makes a difference by raising awareness around mental health and su***de prevention, which holds a close place in our hearts.

The Challenge

Daily Commitment: 84 minutes of running, cycling, swimming, rowing, walking, or any form of endurance activity.

Duration: Every day throughout the month of September.

Goal: To spark conversations about mental health, raise awareness for the terrible numbers of su***des, break the stigma, and raise vital funds for Beder’s initiatives.

Why Support Beder?

Beder was founded by a family who tragically lost their beloved son and brother, Beder, to su***de. The charity exists to honour his memory and to create lasting change in how we talk about mental health and su***de.

By supporting this challenge, you’ll be helping Beder to:

Open up conversations around mental health and su***de, breaking down the stigma that too often keeps people silent.

Deliver meaningful projects with schools, universities, and local communities that provide education, awareness, and safe spaces for young people.

Support wellbeing through creativity and sport, giving people positive outlets and connections when they need them most.

https://www.givengain.com/project/jack-raising-funds-for-beder-108124

05/09/2025

🏃‍♂️✨ Runners – Don’t Skip These 2 Simple Stretches! ✨🏃‍♀️
Whether you’re training for a marathon or just enjoy a casual jog, stretching helps keep your muscles happy and injuries away. Here are two physio-approved stretches you can add to your routine:
1️⃣ Hip Flexor Stretch
👉 Perfect for opening up tight hips after long runs.
Step into a lunge position.
Drop your back knee gently to the ground.
Push your hips forward until you feel a stretch at the front of your hip.
Hold 20–30 seconds each side.
2️⃣ Standing Calf Stretch
👉 Keeps calves flexible and reduces Achilles tension.
Stand facing a wall with one foot back.
Keep your heel on the ground and lean forward.
You’ll feel the stretch in your back calf.
Hold 20–30 seconds each side.
💡 Pro tip: Do these after your run to speed up recovery and reduce soreness!

25/08/2025

August is National Wellness Month – the perfect reminder that looking after ourselves is not a luxury, but a necessity.

At Revival Health & Wellbeing Centre, our Director Claire leads by example. For her, self-care means stepping into the countryside, labradors by her side, taking time to breathe, recharge, and reconnect with nature.

These peaceful walks show us that wellness can be found in the simplest of moments – fresh air, open spaces, and the company of those we love (even the furry ones!). 💚

This Wellness Month, we’d love to hear: how do you practice self-care?

20/08/2025

National Wellness Month ...... It All Starts in the Mouth

Did you know your mouth is a window into your whole-body health?

This National Wellness Month, we’re spotlighting oral health, not just as a hygiene issue, but as a root cause contributor to inflammation, fatigue, brain fog, and other chronic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis & dementia.

At Revival, we’re proud to offer a truly integrative approach. Keeley Nicholas, is a dentist, a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and an Emotional Freedom Technique practitioner. Her work bridges the gap between oral health, systemic disease, and emotional wellbeing.

Because true wellness starts at the root - and often, that root is in your mouth.

--> Book a 30 min Exploratory Call with Keeley to explore why your mouth may be the issue - https://l.bttr.to/khHnK

Or, if you're ready to dig deeper....

--> Apply to be one of just 20 people piloting her brand new oral health course "Inner Smile - because whole-body health starts in the mouth".
Register interest for Inner Smile - https://l.bttr.to/uo86h

11/08/2025

New Blog Alert! 🚨

'The Link Between Stress and Muscle Tension'.

Read it here!

In today's fast-paced world, many people spend hours sitting at desks, staring at screens, or slouching on the sofa. Poor posture is often overlooked as a minor inconvenience, but over time, it can lead to significant pain and discomfort. As physiotherapists, we see first-hand how posture affects mu...

11/08/2025

August is National Wellness Month and we are talking about 'Living the Blue Zones Way' with Dr Kirsten Protherough.

Dr Protherough recently delivered a well received talk at the Revival Health & Wellbeing Centre on the Blue Zones. Places where people live longer, healthier lives through everyday habits. Simply explained with The Power 9.

1. Move naturally – Walk, take the stairs, garden, carry shopping.
2. Purpose – Know your “why”; purpose supports healthier choices.
3. Downshift – Small rituals to de‑stress: a brief walk, stretch, breathwork, or a quiet cuppa.
4. 80% rule – Pause before full; slow down and savour meals.
5. Plant slant – Base meals on plants: beans, veg, whole grains, nuts; meat as a small side.
6. Wine at five (if you drink) – Moderate alcohol with food and company; otherwise, tea or water.
7. Belong – Connect with a community or faith group; shared values buffer stress.
8. Loved ones first – Invest time and attention in family and close friends.
9. Right tribe – Spend time with people who support healthy habits.

For National Wellness Month, pick one or two to start—consistency beats intensity.

If you’d like a gentle health check‑in, you can book a Well Woman or Well Man check at Revival with Dr Protherough

08/08/2025

💪 Suffering from Shoulder Pain? Try These Simple Exercises! 🧘‍♀️

Shoulder pain can make everyday tasks feel impossible — but the right exercises can make a big difference!
Here are 2 gentle movements we often recommend to help relieve shoulder tension and improve mobility:

🔹 Pendulum Swings
Let gravity do the work!
Lean forward, let your affected arm hang down.
Gently swing it in small circles or side to side.
🕒 1–2 minutes, 2–3 times a day.

🔹 Finger Wall Walks
Great for increasing range of motion.
Stand facing a wall, fingers on the wall.
Slowly "walk" your fingers up as high as comfortable, then walk them back down.
✅ Repeat 10 times, 2-3 times a day.

👉 Tip: If you feel sharp pain, stop and consult your physiotherapist.
Need personalized guidance? Book in for a free shoulder assessment with us today — we're here to help you move pain-free! 🙌

📞 - 01386 792126
📍- Alexander House, High Street, Inkberrow, Worcestershire, WR7 4DT
🌐- revival-health.co.uk

31/07/2025

5 Star Review 🌟

Thank you Alex, for your kind review after seeing our Physiotherapist, Noah.

30/07/2025

💥 FREE Shoulder Assessments! 💥

Suffering with shoulder pain? We have got you covered!

Get a FREE assessment with one of our expert Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists.

What we check:
✅ Range of Motion
✅ Strength Testing
✅ Posture & Alignment
✅ Habits affecting your shoulder

📍 Revival Health & Wellbeing Centre, Inkberrow, WR7 4DT
📞 Call 01386 792126 or email info@revival-health.co.uk

28/07/2025

A huge congratulations to our incredible Physiotherapist, Becky!🌟

Yesterday she completed an Iron Distance, which is one of the most demanding endurance events there is!

For those unfamiliar of the challenge, it includes:
🏊‍♀️ A 2.4 mile swim
🚴‍♀️ A 112 mile bike ride
🏃‍♀️ Followed by a full 26.2 mile marathon
All in a single day!

It is an extraordinary test of both physical and mental endurance, and Becky completed this with exceptional strength, focus and resilience. We are so proud of her inspiring achievement and the dedication it represents.

25/07/2025

So many clients come to me frustrated because they are:-

🥦 Eating the “right” foods
💊 Taking all the 'right' supplements
🧑‍🔬 Following all the media advice

But are still bloated, still tired, still stuck.

The missing piece? Nervous system regulation.

If your vagus nerve isn’t firing properly, your gut won't either.

Even the best protocols fall flat without top-down support.

Want to find out more?

Book in for a 30 minute Exploratory Call to see if this is your missing link.
Our link is in bio ❤️

23/07/2025

☀️ With the longer summer days, more of us are lacing up our trainers and hitting the pavements for a run. But increased activity can also bring aches and pains — such as shin splints. ☀️

👟 Check out our latest blog ‘Understanding Shin Splints’, written by one of our expert Musculoskeletal Physiotherapists, to learn about the symptoms, causes and how to prevent them.

Read it here: https://revival-health.co.uk/understanding-shin-splints-symptoms-assessment-and-treatment/

What Are Shin Splints? Shin splints, medically referred to as "medial tibial stress syndrome," are a common cause of lower leg pain in runners, dancers, military recruits, and anyone who engages in frequent, high-impact activities. This pain is often due to inflammation of the muscles, tendons and b...