R P Sports Injuries & Wellness Clinic

R P Sports Injuries & Wellness Clinic We treat athletes, we treat grandparents. For work, life, and sports, we provide the standards of elite, professional care to everyone.

Sports physio and rehabilitation, training, & massage services. At Rehab Pro Clinic, our role is :

Recognition, evaluation, and assessment of musculoskeletal injuries, such as:
- Muscle strains or pulls
- Ligament sprains
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica
- Neck pain

Management of the individual and prescribing an individual treatment plan using:
- Massage techniques
- Mobilisation and manipulation

techniques
- Electrotherapy techniques
- Exercise therapy
- Personal training

Your practitioner may use a variety of treatment methods including manual therapy, electro-therapy (ultrasound, interferential current and TENS, etc.), functional rehabilitation exercise programme, soft tissue massage, and postural correction methods to return you to your pre-injury levels, whether you are a professional sportsperson or just like to keep fit & pain-free.

19/04/2026

Foot & ankle weakness? Prone to rolling your ankle inward?
This foot inversion-focused heel raise helps strengthen the muscles that support the inner ankle, medial arch, and foot control — especially tibialis posterior and flexor hallucis longus — while the calves work to lift the heels and improve ankle mobility through range.

The ball between the feet is the key: it increases demand on the muscles responsible for foot inversion, so this becomes more than a basic calf raise. It’s a great drill for building stronger feet, better ankle control, improved push-off, and more resilient movement.

How to do it:
Sit tall, place the forefeet on a block with the heels hanging free, hold a small ball between the inner ankles/feet, keep the forefoot grounded, then raise and lower the heels slowly with control.

Best for:
Foot inversion strength, medial arch support, ankle stability, calf engagement, and foot/ankle mobility.

Main muscles:
Tibialis posterior, flexor hallucis longus, and the calves.

Avoid:
Losing the ball, collapsing the arch, gripping with the toes, or rushing the lowering phase.

Save this for your foot and ankle strengthening routine.

17/04/2026

Foot Eversion Drill for Ankle Stability 👣
Strengthen the muscles that help prevent rolled ankles.

This seated foot and ankle drill is designed to improve foot eversion strength, ankle stability, and lateral ankle control. It is especially useful for helping reduce the risk of ankle inversion sprains by strengthening the muscles that support the outer side of the ankle.

Why it matters
This exercise targets the movement pattern of foot eversion, which is key for resisting the ankle rolling outward into an inversion sprain. It also improves foot control, balance, and ground reaction through the forefoot.
Primary muscle focus
Fibularis (Peroneus) Longus
Fibularis (Peroneus) Brevis
Fibularis (Peroneus) Tertius
These are the main muscles driving and controlling the movement. The yellow loop band increases their activation by adding resistance against eversion.
Also engages
Intrinsic foot muscles, tibialis anterior, and other ankle-foot stabilisers that help with arch support and controlled foot motion.

Why it’s good for strengthening
The band creates resistance that makes the evertor muscles work harder, especially the peroneals, helping build stronger lateral ankle support and better dynamic control.

Why it’s good for mobility
With the heel anchored and the forefoot moving over the ball, the drill also improves controlled mobility through the forefoot, midfoot, and ankle, while enhancing proprioception and pressure awareness under the foot.

How to do it
• Sit tall with both feet on the floor
• Place a loop band around both feet and keep tension on it
• Put a small spiky ball under the front of one foot
• Keep the heel down on the floor
• Move the forefoot side to side with control, focusing on eversion
• Keep the motion slow and precise
• Repeat, then switch sides

Common mistakes
• Lifting the heel
• Letting the hip or whole leg take over
• Rushing the movement
• Losing band tension
• Clawing the toes too much instead of controlling the ankle and forefoot

What it’s useful for
Great for ankle inversion sprain prevention, lateral ankle strengthening, foot activation, ankle rehab, balance work, and better ankle control for walking, running, and sport.

10/04/2026

Think this is just a push-up? Not quite.
This is a scapular push-up: a simple but powerful drill that targets the muscles responsible for shoulder blade control, especially the serratus anterior.

In this movement, the elbows stay straight while the shoulder blades glide around the ribcage. You let the chest sink slightly between the shoulders, then press the floor away to lift through the upper back.

How to do it:
Start in a high plank with your hands under your shoulders. Keep your arms straight and core engaged. Let your chest drop slightly by allowing the shoulder blades to come together, then push the floor away so the upper back rises and the shoulder blades spread apart. Move slowly and with control.

Why it matters:
Scapular push-ups help improve scapular stability, shoulder mechanics, posture, and upper-body control. They are especially useful for supporting shoulder health, pressing strength, overhead movement, and injury prevention.

Primary muscle involved:
Serratus anterior is the key muscle that helps protract and stabilise the scapula.

Small movement. Big benefit.
Better control at the shoulder blade often means better movement at the shoulder joint.

03/04/2026

Better shoulder function starts with better scapular control.

This serratus reach / shoulder punch is a simple but effective exercise to improve scapular stability, shoulder blade control, and smoother shoulder mechanics.

How to do it:
Lie on your back with your knees bent. Hold one arm straight up toward the ceiling with a soft fist and keep the elbow straight. From there, reach the hand higher by lifting the shoulder blade slightly off the floor, then slowly lower it back down with control. The movement should come from the shoulder blade, not by bending the elbow or pressing through the hand.

Once you control the movement well, you can progress it by holding a light weight.

What it targets:
Serratus anterior
Scapular control
Shoulder stability
Better overhead mechanics

Focus on control, not speed.

Save this for your next shoulder rehab session.

03/04/2026

Easter is your reminder to slow down 🌿🐣

Release built-up tension, reset your body, and give yourself the care you’ve been putting off.
A few moments can make a real difference. 💆‍♂️✨

Book your session via the link in bio.

31/03/2026

Aromatherapy massage, upgraded 🌿
At Rehab Pro, we’re now using three new massage oil blends to make your treatment even more tailored to how your body feels on the day.

From a zesty, minty blend that helps revive tired muscles and leaves you feeling recharged, to a soothing herbal blend designed for sore, overworked areas, and a floral, woody blend made for deep relaxation and post-workout comfort, each oil brings a different benefit to your massage experience.

These blends are lightweight, fast-absorbing, nourishing for the skin, and chosen to support everything from muscle relaxation and recovery to stress relief and full-body calm.

If you’re looking for aromatherapy massage in Manchester, sports massage with essential oils, or a relaxing massage for sore muscles and stress, this is a treatment your body will thank you for.

Relax. Recover. Reset.

30/03/2026

Stressed, sore, or just in need of a reset?
Our aromatherapy massage at Rehab Pro is designed to help you relax deeply while giving your body the support it needs.

We’re now using three carefully selected oil blends in treatment, each offering a different experience:
✨ an energising blend to refresh tired muscles
✨ a soothing blend for sore, overworked areas
✨ a calming blend to help you unwind and de-stress

Lightweight, nourishing, and fast-absorbing, these blends add an extra layer of comfort to your treatment while helping you leave feeling more relaxed, restored, and recharged.

If you’ve been looking for aromatherapy massage, massage for sore muscles, or a way to relieve stress and tension, this could be exactly what your body needs.

Book your session with Rehab Pro.

27/03/2026

Most people think taping is just for support. But that’s not the full story.
Shoulder taping may also help improve proprioception and joint position sense by increasing sensory feedback around the joint. That added input can support better movement awareness, improved control, and more confidence during rehab, training, and everyday activity.
When used alongside proper rehabilitation, taping can be a useful tool for injury prevention, movement quality, and return to activity.
At RP Sports Injuries & Wellness Clinic, taping is used as part of a wider rehab approach tailored to the individual and their goals.

26/03/2026

Shoulder taping is not just about support. It may also help improve proprioception and joint position sense by increasing sensory feedback around the joint, which can support better movement awareness, confidence, and control during activity. Used properly, taping can be a helpful part of sports rehabilitation and injury prevention, especially alongside strength work, mobility, balance, and progressive loading.

In this video, the tape is applied around the shoulder to provide a light cueing effect rather than simply “holding” the joint still. That added feedback may help the body recognise movement sooner, improve positioning during exercise, and support safer return to training when appropriate.

Tape is not a substitute for rehab, but it can be a useful tool within a clear treatment plan.

05/03/2026

Iliopsoas Activation + Pelvic Hold (Foam Roller Squeeze) ✅

This wall-sit drill trains deep hip flexor control while you lock the pelvis in position. The foam roller between the knees adds inner-thigh + core engagement to keep everything stable.

How to do it:
• Back on the wall, feet slightly forward
• Slide into a small wall-sit
• Place a foam roller between your knees
• Gently squeeze the roller
• Tuck the pelvis slightly (ribs down, no low-back arch)
• Hold and breathe slow

Feel it: deep hip flexors (iliopsoas) + lower abs + inner thighs
Avoid: arching the low back, letting knees flare out, losing the squeeze

Hold: 20–40 sec x 2–4 rounds

📍 RP Sports Injuries & Wellness Clinic, Manchester (Royal Exchange)

04/03/2026

Make Mum smile bigger this Mother’s Day 💙🌸

Give her something she’ll truly appreciate… time for herself.

🎁 Mother’s Day Gift Cards available
✨ £5 extra added to every gift card

A thoughtful, meaningful gift that shows you care.

Available now through our booking system.

📍 RP Sports Injuries & Wellness Clinic, Manchester (Royal Exchange)

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R P Sports Injuries And Wellness Clinic, Unit 444-445 4th Floor, The Royal Exchange, Old Bank Street St Ann's Square
Manchester
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Monday 9:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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At Rehab Pro Clinic, our role is to help you improve the mobility and physical performance by eliminating the pain, strengthening the supporting muscles, increasing their flexibility and co-ordination. Recognition, evaluation and assessment of musculoskeletal injuries, such as: - Muscle strains or pulls - Ligament sprains - Lower back pain - Sciatica - Neck pain Management of the individual and prescribing an individual treatment plan using: - Massage techniques - Mobilisation and manipulation techniques - Electrotherapy techniques - Exercise therapy - Personal training Your practitioner may use a variety of treatment methods including manual therapy, electro-therapy (ultrasound, interferential current and TENS etc.), functional rehabilitation exercise programme, soft tissue massage, and postural correction methods to return you to your pre injury levels, whether you are a professional sportsperson or just like to keep fit & pain free.