Optimal Physio

Optimal Physio We’re not just about a quick fix.

We help active people aged 40+ who live in/near Clarkston or Largs get back to enjoying running, golf or the gym without worrying about pain relief, making your injury worse or needing surgery. We help active people aged 40+ get back to running, golf or the gym without worrying about making their pain worse, needing to take pain killers every day or worrying about surgery.

18/02/2026

Ever notice how back pain feels worse at night?

Not always physically… but mentally.

You’re lying there awake thinking:

👉 “What if it’s a disc?”
👉 “What if I’ve done something serious like cancer?”
👉 “Am I making this worse by moving?”
👉 “Should I just rest it?”

And suddenly a small ache feels like a big threat.

Here’s the truth most people don’t hear:

The vast majority of back pain is not serious.
And avoiding movement often makes it more sensitive to pain and delays recovery.

Pain doesn’t automatically mean damage.

Stiffness doesn’t mean your spine is crumbling.

And movement is one of the most powerful treatments we have.

Your back is strong.

It’s adaptable.

It’s designed to move.

If you’ve had back pain for more than 6 weeks, or you’ve tried rest, Googled exercises, or even had physio before without success it doesn’t mean you’re destined for a life of struggling on.

It means you need a clearer plan.

If you’re reading this at night worrying about it… you’re not alone.

Comment BACK and I’ll send you my back pain ebook to reduce fear and build confidence again.

17/02/2026

I already know my weight, why do I need an InBody scan?

It’s so much more than body weight. The InBody analysis can tell you more about what’s happening inside your body. How much fat and muscle you have, how well hydrated your cells are, where there are imbalances in strength. The detail and accuracy is second only to the DEXA scan.

Find out:
Your body fat percentage
Level of muscle in your body
Balance of your body
Level of visceral fat around organs

16/02/2026

We had a visit from and his Mum and Dad this weekend to try out the InBody body composition analysis.

We took scans for Ann Marie, Darren and Chris to show them more about their visceral fat levels, body fat, insta cellular hydration, bone density, balance of muscle, and so many other metrics that can be used to optimise health.

We’ll share more of their results and takeaways. How do you think Linzi coped among the comedy? 😆

I can’t quite believe it’s February.In our house, January greyness led to a very familiar solution we booked a summer ho...
07/02/2026

I can’t quite believe it’s February.

In our house, January greyness led to a very familiar solution we booked a summer holiday. Instantly, moods lifted. Something to look forward to makes a big difference and it often nudges people to look after themselves a bit better too.

In clinic this past week, I’ve noticed two very clear groups of people:

• Those who started January with great intentions but feel they’ve already slipped off track
• Those who’ve built some momentum and are feeling the benefits

Here’s the important bit: neither group is “right” or “wrong”.

Around 80% of New Year’s resolutions are broken by February 1st. That doesn’t mean people lack discipline – it means life gets busy.

One idea I often share (from Atomic Habits) is simple but powerful:
“Don’t miss twice.”

You will miss workouts.
You will eat badly some days.
You will feel tired and unmotivated at times.

What matters isn’t the slip – it’s how quickly you reset.

At our team meeting last week, we talked about the 1% rule: small improvements done consistently compound into big change. That applies to health, rehab, fitness and even business.

If you’ve booked a holiday this year, now is actually the best time to start preparing your body for it – not two weeks before you go. Feeling strong, mobile and pain-free matters far more than chasing perfection.

One mindset shift I often suggest is doing a “Should Detox.”

Instead of:
“I should exercise more”
“I should stretch”
“I should eat better”

Try:
“I will walk for 20 minutes today”
“I will stretch before bed”
“I will make one better food choice”

Small, specific, achievable.

A quote that really resonated with me recently:

“A healthy person has many goals. A sick person has only one.”

I was reminded of that last week when the flu floored me. Suddenly nothing mattered except getting my health back.

If you’re feeling stuck, flat, sore or unsure where to start – you don’t have to figure it out alone. Clarity and a simple plan often remove far more anxiety than motivation ever will.

Here’s to February being about resetting, not quitting.

Our InBody scanner is 98% as accurate as the DEXA.It allows you to step on and receive a printed report that tracks your...
14/01/2026

Our InBody scanner is 98% as accurate as the DEXA.

It allows you to step on and receive a printed report that tracks your body composition, body fat, visceral body fat, lean muscle mass, hydration, cellular health and so much more.

Its smart to be able to make sure you’re:
- losing fat, not muscle
- healthy on the inside
- keeping muscle mass as you get older
- tracking weight loss results effectively

It’s a great starting point for a health and fitness journey. Give us a message if you’d like to book a scan.

Tuesday thoughts 💭
02/09/2025

Tuesday thoughts 💭

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our patients be the fit, strong parents and grandparents doing all the cool stuff 🙌...
24/08/2025

Nothing makes us happier than seeing our patients be the fit, strong parents and grandparents doing all the cool stuff 🙌🏼⛷️🎾🏃🏻‍♂️🏋🏻‍♀️

We can help you with that 👌🏻DM us to book in for a personal analysis if you’d like more help with this 🙌🏼
22/08/2025

We can help you with that 👌🏻

DM us to book in for a personal analysis if you’d like more help with this 🙌🏼

Stories like Neil’s are why we do what we do. If you’re struggling with nerve pain, Stimpod is a game changing treatment...
11/08/2025

Stories like Neil’s are why we do what we do. If you’re struggling with nerve pain, Stimpod is a game changing treatment that can make a real difference to your quality of life. Give us a shout and ask us if it would work for you.

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Yesterday we took our team meeting to the coast to discuss plans for the rest of the year followed by lunch at  and a cy...
07/08/2025

Yesterday we took our team meeting to the coast to discuss plans for the rest of the year followed by lunch at and a cycle around the Isle of Cumbrae 🚲

A fun way to spend the afternoon, takes a couple of hours, 10 mile loop and fairly flat. We’ll come back with the kids next. Have you tried it?

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11 Mearns Road, Clarkston
Glasgow
G767ER

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 9pm
Thursday 8:30am - 9pm
Friday 8:30am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 6:30pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

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+443333010205

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