Claire Gurney Physiotherapy, Pilates, Health and fitness

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I’m running a Pilates class at the Viking Centre weekly 09:30 – 10:25.The session is designed to help you build strength...
11/05/2026

I’m running a Pilates class at the Viking Centre weekly 09:30 – 10:25.

The session is designed to help you build strength, improve posture and move with more ease in your everyday life. The focus will be on controlled, mindful movement that supports the whole body, with particular attention to core stability, mobility, and spinal alignment.

Pilates is especially helpful if you’re dealing with back or neck tension, recovering from injury, or simply want to feel stronger and more balanced in your movement. Each class is accessible and adaptable, so you can work at a level that suits you.

The Viking Centre offers a great, welcoming space to move in. If you’d like more information or to book a space, details are available on my website: https://clairegurneypilates.com/service/pilates/

I’d love to see you there.

Have you heard of Hypopressives?This form of exercise is a gentle but powerful way to strengthen your core and support y...
11/05/2026

Have you heard of Hypopressives?

This form of exercise is a gentle but powerful way to strengthen your core and support your pelvic floor, without the strain and pressure of traditional core exercises.

Hypopressives can be perfect for:

✓ Postnatal recovery

✓ Pelvic floor weakness

✓ Prolapse symptoms

✓ Gentle core strengthening

Instead of increasing pressure (like crunches), Hypopressives work by reducing it, making it an ideal exercise programme for those with pelvic floor concerns.

To find out how I can help, send me an email: clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

Struggling with wrist pain after workouts or daily tasks? Or noticing elbow pain when gripping, lifting, or even pouring...
28/04/2026

Struggling with wrist pain after workouts or daily tasks? Or noticing elbow pain when gripping, lifting, or even pouring the kettle?

These are common issues we see in women, especially during busy life stages like motherhood or menopause.

You don’t have to put up with it.

A tailored physio plan can make a huge difference! To find out how I can help send me an email: clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

Wrist or elbow pain that just won’t go away? Physiotherapy can help.Women are more prone to these issues due to hormonal...
23/04/2026

Wrist or elbow pain that just won’t go away? Physiotherapy can help.

Women are more prone to these issues due to hormonal changes, repetitive daily tasks and muscle imbalances. From doing certain types of exercise to spending long hours at a desk, it all adds up.

The good news? Physiotherapy can help reduce pain, restore strength and get you back to doing what you love.

Physiotherapy can:

✓ Reduce pain and inflammation

✓ Improve strength and flexibility

✓ Address underlying movement patterns

✓ Support safe return to daily activities and exercise

To find out how I can help, send me an email: clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

Women’s Health WorkshopI’m co-hosting a Women’s Health and Wellbeing Workshop on 19 April, to raise money for “Little Li...
07/04/2026

Women’s Health Workshop

I’m co-hosting a Women’s Health and Wellbeing Workshop on 19 April, to raise money for “Little Lifts” a breast cancer support charity based in Norfolk. Here are the details:

19 April
10:30 – 12:30
treat-Norwich, Lawson Road, Norwich, NR3 4LF
This workshop will include 3 interactive talks:

1. B***s, Bras and Bones - an interactive talk on breast health, bra fit, posture and upper body strength. With Physiotherapist Claire Gurney

2. Facial Reflexology - learn facial reflexology techniques to treat yourself. With reflexologist Clementine VandenBergh

3. Periods, Hormones and Wellbeing: An Introduction to Chinese Medicine. Explore women’s health through the lens of Chinese medicine. Covering periods, hormones, stress, sleep and wellbeing. With acupuncturist Rebecca Geanty

Secure one of the 6 remaining spaces before it sells out!
£30 per ticket, all proceeds go to “Little Lifts” a charity supporting people affected by breast cancer.

To book your place and arrange payment please contact treat Norwich reception 01603 514195 or info@treatnorwich.co.uk

Starting this Thursday 2nd AprilNew physio-led Pilates classes at the viking center Sprowston, Norwich.This is a gentler...
30/03/2026

Starting this Thursday 2nd April
New physio-led Pilates classes at the viking center Sprowston, Norwich.

This is a gentler more accessbile form of Pilates focusing on posture, mobility, balance and core awareness.

Beginners are welcome and exercises are easily adapted to suit those with aches, pains and health conditions.

Please message or email me for details if you want to come join us. Mat and block/pillow required
Clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

Lymphatic Drainage MassageLymphatic drainage massage is a light touch, gentle form of massage designed to move static ly...
25/03/2026

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage massage is a light touch, gentle form of massage designed to move static lymph fluid back to the lymphatic vessels and circulatory system.

For people with long term conditions such as lymphedema or osteoarthritis, lymphatic drainage can help to manage swelling, by reducing the fluid in the affected area, leaving you feeling lighter and more able to move freely. Persistent swelling after surgery or injury can affect your comfort, mobility and in some cases delay healing.

Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle, clinically focused technique designed to support the lymphatic system and assist with fluid movement. It uses light, rhythmic movements to help reduce swelling and improve tissue recovery.

It may be appropriate for:
✅️ Post-surgical swelling
✅️ Lymphoedema management
✅️ Ongoing swelling and fluid retention after injury
✅️ Long-term condition management

If you are experiencing ongoing swelling and would like to know whether lymphatic drainage is suitable for you, contact me clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

But I’m already doing Pilates… why do physio exercises when you are already exercising?I often see people who find compl...
18/03/2026

But I’m already doing Pilates… why do physio exercises when you are already exercising?

I often see people who find completing home exercises difficult, and/or are reluctant to do additional exercises because they already do some form of exercise each week.

Here is why as a physiotherapist I advise exercises, and why this is different from a general form of exercise.

✅️ Physio exercises are specific to your condition and your body. In each appointment I will assess your problem, your physical movement and strength. The exercises given are designed to overcome the limitations I have found, for example if you can’t fully bend your knee, I will give you exercises to improve your ability to bend your knee. General exercising such as walking won’t improve this.

✅️ Physio exercises are designed to improve your condition and reduce your pain. They will be tailored to you and adapted to ensure this is the case.

✅️ Physio exercises are planned to have parameters that can be adapted as you progress or changed if things don’t go to plan. This can also be used to show progression e.g. at week 1 you could do 10 reps with 4/10 pain. At week 3 you can do 20 reps with 2/10 pain.

So these are some of the reasons why I prescribe exercises as a physiotherapist. Adjunct treatments such as massage and acupuncture have a role as pain relief and to make movement easier, but for most people they won’t provide lasting change alone, this is where exercise comes in, to make lasting change and maximise injury healing and condition management.

If you would like to find out more about how physiotherapy can help you, email me at clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com

The benefits of physiotherapy for long term conditions (include MSK conditions, cardiorespiratory, women's health)Exerci...
11/03/2026

The benefits of physiotherapy for long term conditions (include MSK conditions, cardiorespiratory, women's health)

Exercise has so many benefits for our bodies, improving the efficiency of our muscular, nervous and cardio-respiratory systems. If you are experiencing an injury or living with a long-term condition it can be hard to know whether to exercise or not, and what forms of exercise are good for you and won’t make you feel worse.

This is where a personalised physiotherapy exercise programme can be beneficial. Here are some of the reasons I see people for personalised exercise and the benefits this has for them:

✅️ Long term musculoskeletal conditions (including osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, chronic back pain). Exercise can be helpful to maintain and improve joint mobility, posture, general strength and fitness. Exercises are adapted to ensure they are not painful, are suitable for the person's condition and do not aggravate symptoms.

✅️ Cardiorespiratory conditions (such as hypertension/high blood pressure, COPD, cardiovascular disease). Exercise can be useful to improve muscle strength, so that the person can do more without becoming fatigued or breathless. Exercise at a moderate intensity can be taught and progressed to improve the health of the cardiovascular system and improve the persons symptoms and physical ability.

✅️ Women’s health (including exercise for menopause, osteoporosis, pelvic floor function). Exercises can be taught to maintain and improve muscle mass, bone density, posture and core strength, all of which can be affected during and after menopause.

If you are interested in a personalised exercise programme for long term condition management, to do with me in clinic and/or at home, contact me clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com to find out how we can best work together.

10/03/2026

Upper back and shoulder strengthening exercises.
For pain releif and prevention.

If you get recurrent pain and tightness in your upper back and shoulders these exercises will help. By bringing movement and circulation to tight, stiff muscles and joints. As well as strengthening the muscles so they can support you better.

I reguarly give exercises such as these to physiotherapy patients with neck, back and shoulder pain. I also rehuarly include these exercises in my one to one pilates sessions.

When to exercise through pain, and when not toA common question I get asked as a physiotherapist is whether it is safe t...
04/03/2026

When to exercise through pain, and when not to

A common question I get asked as a physiotherapist is whether it is safe to exercise when you have pain. The answer depends on the cause, severity and nature of your pain. If you are doing physiotherapy exercises for a musculoskeletal problem, some degree of discomfort is acceptable.

However, I would not encourage anyone to exercise into moderate or severe pain and there some are situations where pain should not be ignored. Generally if your exercises cause you more than a slight discomfort/pain they should be adapted.

If you are exercising for fitness and experiencing pain - again some slight discomfort from an existing or old injury can be acceptable, however if the pain gets worse in the session, and/or over time then this should be avoided and you should see a physiotherapist.

If you have pain and are unsure what to do and how to keep exercising contact me clairegurneyphysio@gmail.com to find out how I can help.

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Treat Norwich, 2-4 Lawson Road
Norwich
NR34LF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 6:30pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+447776044304

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