Kerrie Austin Physiotherapy

26/01/2026

A peer reviewed research paper (Feb 2025) showing shared pathophysiological symptoms of ME/CFS and Long COVID
Most notably compromised cerebral/brain blood flow, dysautonomia and small nerve fibre neuropathy.
Also noted was shared central sensitisation, increased responsiveness of the nervous system & enteroception, your interpretation of how your body feels.
The Perrin Technique, Craniosacral therapy and vagal nerve exercises and stimulation have helped both my ME/CFS and my Long COVID patients.

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18/01/2026

My 1st post for 2026 is a personal one. I started treating Myalgic encephalomyelitis (old Chronic fatigue syndrome)in 2017.
Sitting in ABSA bank yesterday I saw a quote that made me quite emotional.
It reminded me how misunderstood ME & long covid patients are…it’s improving but still a difficult journey for most.

All my patients, before getting ill, were high achieving, sometimes perfectionists, mothers raising children and holding down a job, people completing PhD’s, running marathons and generally excelling in life.
Their illness has robbed them of their
-ability to earn an income
-self worth
-their independence
-ability to raise their children
-to socialize and engage in society and so much more.

To parents/partners and extended family and friends:
When you ask “how are you?” And the answer is “I’m tired”
Reply with “I hear you”, or “what can I do to help”…without being pushy. They are desperate to keep what little independence that they have left.
Try not to offer advice(however well intentioned) especially words like “just try some exercise/get more sleep/just think positive”…believe me, they have tried it all.
My posts from now on will be more about explaining the pathophysiology of the illnesses, current research and self help options currently available.
Thank you for indulging me.

09/12/2025

I have used the Perrin Technique in combination with Craniosacral therapy, spinal rehabilitation & mobilization and vagal nerve stimulation & exercises to treat chronic inflammatory disease like Myalgic Encephalomyelitis(CFS), Fibromyalgia and Long Covid and the associated symptoms for 8 years. The techniques above help to address some of the underlying reasons for chronic systemic inflammation in the brain and spinal cord namely poor neurolymphatic drainage and inflammation.
Dr Raymond Perrin is a Dr of Osteopathy, based in the UK, who has dedicated his life to ME research and treatments.
Visit Www.thePerrintechnique.com
for more information and wonderful self help videos.

02/12/2025

New Imaging showing inflammed microglial in the brains of ME/CFS patients. The study was funded by the National institutes of health (NIH) This challenges the psychopathology(mental) diagnosis and promotes the physical illness diagnosis.

02/12/2025

The vagus nerve is a parasympathetic nerve and the “rest and digest” portion of the autonomic nervous system. It should balance the sympathetic “fight and flight” nerve for optimal health. It is often dysregulated in chronic illnesses like ME/CFS. I incorporate vagus nerve techniques into my treatments and give patients simple exercises to do at home too.

02/12/2025

New Research supporting dysregulated Glymphatic drainage (brain lymphatics) in ME/CFS and other chronic illnesses.

08/10/2025

29/07/2024

I will be at my satellite practice in Kenton on sea from Monday 5th August to Friday 9th of August.
Bookings can be made via WhatsApp 0793458541 or email kerriea@kerrieaustinphysio.com
I’m available for ME/Chronic fatigue assessments and treatment with the Perrin Technique. I also offer general physiotherapy for spinal pain, headaches and TMJ/jaw dysfunction as well as Craniosacral therapy.
Websites
www.kerrieaustinphysio.com
Www.thePerrintechnique.com

03/06/2024

I am excited to announce that I am now officially able to teach The Perrin Technique. The technique addresses the causes and symptoms of ME/Chronic Fatigue syndrome, Fibromyalgia and Long COVID.