Tom Varcoe Physio

29/10/2025

A client’s update this week summed it up perfectly

“My knee feels a lot better after doing the exercises, managing my running loads and following your advice — so I won’t need my next session. Thanks for all your help, really appreciate it.”

Glad to hear it’s improved — you know where we are if you need anything.

That’s progress. That’s self-management. That’s a win. 🙌

27/10/2025

You’ve trained for weeks.
You’re almost there.
But that little ni**le won’t go away…
Get it checked early and make sure nothing holds you back on the day. GET INFORMED, GET IN CONTROL

22/10/2025

Optimising your sleep is a great idea to help manage back pain — but that doesn’t mean spending a fortune on the latest “miracle” mattress.

💡 Save your money.
Focus instead on simple, research-based strategies that make a real difference.

These cost-effective approaches often go much further than any high-priced mattress ever will.

“What type of mattress should be chosen to avoid back pain and improve sleep quality? Review of the literature” by Caggiari G. et al., Journal of Orthopaedics & Traumatology 22(1) (2021).

14/10/2025

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13/10/2025

A bruised ankle might seem like “just a sprain,” but skipping proper rehab can set you up for trouble later.

📚 Research published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (Raeder et al., 2021) found that delaying or skipping functional rehabilitation after an ankle sprain can increase your risk of re-injury up to fivefold.

10/10/2025

Research shows mental health and pain are deeply connected — people with higher stress, anxiety or low mood often experience more intense and longer-lasting MSK pain.

🧠💪 When both physical and mental health are supported together, recovery is faster and outcomes are better. Yet, most medical care still focuses mainly on the body.

Treating body + mind together isn’t just holistic — it’s evidence-based.

📚 Research: Nicholas et al., Pain, 2019; NICE Guidelines for Persistent Pain, 2021.

08/10/2025

Not all heel pain is plantar fasciitis 👣
Fat pad syndrome can feel very similar — but the cause (and treatment) is different.

If you have heel pain that isn’t resolving, look towards a second opinion.
Getting the right diagnosis means the right rehab and faster recovery.

06/10/2025

We stay up to date with the latest research so you get treatments that actually work. Evidence-led care that saves you time, money, and guesswork.

Want a summary of one of these papers? Comment below 👇

05/10/2025

Availability to suit you — with appointments designed around your schedule.
Most people only need one or two sessions, so you don’t have to worry about multiple costly visits.

If you’re with SimplyHealth, I can provide invoices to help you claim back your treatment costs.

01/10/2025

Dead arm? Weak grip? Don’t just wait it out.
Physio can help get you back on track faster ”

27/09/2025

24/09/2025

Patient feedback
Hearing this makes my day 🙌 Helping people get back to moving and feeling better is what it’s all about.

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If you’re struggling with pain or an injury, don’t feel like you have to stay stuck — physiotherapy can make a real difference. If you’re not sure, drop me a message and we can discuss with no pressure.

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