Proactive Prosthetic and Orthotic Care

07/11/2025

We’re excited to share more about our new Manchester clinic, designed to bring Proactive’s renowned expertise and patient-centred care to the North West.

One of the key advantages of our Manchester location is its fully equipped on-site workshop, allowing us to carry out custom fittings, adjustments, and repairs quickly and efficiently.

This means:
✅ Trial sockets made on the day for improved comfort and fit
✅ Immediate adjustments to reduce downtime between visits
✅ A truly personalised, hands-on service that keeps patients mobile and confident

Comfort isn’t an afterthought - it’s our priority. That's Prosthetics the Proactive way.

Our Manchester clinic brings that same ethos closer to home for patients across the North West.

📅 To register your interest or arrange an Immediate Needs Assessment (INA) ahead of opening, contact our team:
✉️ clinic@proactiveprosthetics.co.uk
📞 01252 702500
🌐 www.proactiveprosthetics.co.uk

05/11/2025

As we near the launch of our new Manchester Clinic, we will be treating you to sneak peaks, clinic info and most importantly, introducing you to our clinical team 🥼🦿

First up is Sioned Wakefield (Ned) – Clinic Manager & Clinical Lead Prosthetist:

Born and raised in the coastal village of Abersoch, North Wales, Sioned Wakefield brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and innovation to her role as Clinic Manager at our new prosthetic clinic.

After graduating from the University of Salford in 2010, Sioned began her career at the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) Headley Court, where she worked from 2010 to 2014, supporting military personnel with complex prosthetic needs.

She then returned to the North to join the Specialist Mobility Rehabilitation Centre (SMRC) in Preston, where she continued to develop her clinical expertise and reputation for patient-centred care.

In August this year, Sioned joined the Proactive Prosthetics team, bringing her unique blend of clinical excellence and creative problem-solving to help patients achieve their goals.

Sioned is known for her kind and friendly approach, always going the extra mile to ensure her patients feel supported and empowered.

She’s a great clinician who thinks outside the box, tailoring solutions to each individual’s lifestyle and aspirations.

Outside of work, Sioned enjoys spending time with her beloved golden retrievers, exploring beaches and hills, paddleboarding, swimming, and attending concerts. Whether she’s in the gym or by the sea, she finds joy in movement and music and brings that same energy and positivity into her clinical practice.

Fun fact - Sioned got the nickname 'Ned' when she joined the RNLI crew in Abersoch at 18 years old and it has stuck ever since, so feel free to call her Ned or Sioned, she really doesn't mind!

To speak to Ned and arrange an INA (Immediate Needs Assessment), or to find out more, contact our team:

✉️ clinic@proactiveprosthetics.co.uk
📞 01252 702500

31/10/2025

While our Manchester clinic prepares to officially open it's doors on the 8th December, Proactive are already offering Immediate Needs Assessments (INAs) for patients in the region.

Our Clinic Manager Sioned Wakefield is currently carrying out INAs across the North - either face-to-face in a temporary clinic setting, or at the patient’s home where preferred.

Each assessment is tailored to the individual’s needs, with flexibility on location to ensure comfort and convenience.

These sessions are designed to help new patients explore their prosthetic options, discuss goals, and plan the best pathway ahead - even before the new clinic doors open.

To arrange an INA or find out more, contact our team:
✉️ clinic@proactiveprosthetics.co.uk
📞 01252 702500
🌐 www.proactiveprosthetics.co.uk

25/10/2025

We visited the new Proactive Manchester Clinic site yesterday and… wow, it’s coming together beautifully and we are EXCITED!

✅ Walls are up
🚗 Parking signs are mounted
🎨 Painting begins next week
🔧 🦿🦾 Workshop is taking shape

Every detail is moving fast - and with purpose. This space is being built to serve, support and empower our prosthetic community across The North West.

📅 Book now for your FREE Initial Needs Assessment (INA) for prosthetics.
📞 01252 702 500
📩 clinic@proactiveprosthetics.co.uk

23/10/2025

We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Richard Whitehead to our Proactive Leeds Clinic this week for some fine-tuning and adjustments to his running blades, just in time for his 99th marathon in Chicago this weekend! 🇺🇸

Richard also left us truly inspired (and a little emotional) with his incredible gift - the running blades he used to complete the Zimbabwe Marathon. The dust still clinging to those blades tells a powerful story of determination, resilience, and countless miles of hard work.

Thank you, Richard, for your continued trust in Proactive and for sharing your remarkable journey with us. 🙌

We’ll be cheering you on as you take on marathon number 99 and beyond! 💪

20/10/2025

🦿Opening Soon in Manchester: Full-Service Prosthetic & Orthotic Clinic! 🦿

Proactive are excited to announce the launch of our brand-new Prosthetic & Orthotic clinic and workshop opening in Manchester this December!

What you can expect:
🔧 Full on-site workshop for custom fittings, adjustments & repairs
🧠 Expert clinicians offering personalised care & cutting-edge solutions
🦿 Same-day socket checks to ensure optimal fit and comfort
💪 Onsite physiotherapy provided by Connect Physiotherapy for holistic rehabilitation
🌿 Calming, welcoming space designed to support your journey
🤝 Patient-focused approach with compassion at its core
🗒️ Free Prosthetic Initial Needs Assessments (INA) available now – bookings open.

Whether you’re seeking advanced prosthetics, orthotic support, or simply a clinician that listens, our team, led by Clinic Manager Sioned Wakefield, is here to support your goals, whatever they may be.

📍 Located in Sale, Manchester
📅 Opening early December
📲 Follow us for behind-the-scenes previews, meet-the-team features & launch day details!
📞 Call: 01252 702 500
📧 Email: clinic@proactiveprosthetics.co.uk

29/09/2025

We’re so proud to share that our amazing Proactive team took on the Robin Hood Half Marathon in support of the The Richard Whitehead Foundation , raising an incredible £1,757 along the way! 🏃‍♀️💙

Our runners powered through and crossed the finish line strong, showing true determination, energy, and team spirit every step of the way. 🏁

Well done Katy, Andrew, Werner, Natalie, Alfie and Kathy 🏃

Huge thanks to everyone who donated, cheered us on, and helped us reach this fantastic total.

And a special shoutout to our brilliant Proactive staff who came out to volunteer and support us, your encouragement made all the difference! 🙌

29/09/2025

Proactive are excited to support Bree Cronin and Funmi Oduwaiye currently competing in the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi.

Best of luck to both of these amazing athletes 💪🏼💙

Welsh para-thrower Funmi Oduwaiye is targeting a World Championships medal in Delhi.

27/09/2025

🌟 Today, Team Proactive, along with our amazing family and friends, took part in the fantastic Run With Rich event! 🏃‍♂️💙

It was a brilliant day full of smiles, energy, and so many familiar faces. We loved every minute of it!

Huge thanks to everyone who came out and made it so special. 🙌

Now we're gearing up for tomorrow's Robin Hood Half Marathon, where a team of 7 Proactive runners will be hitting the course in support of the incredible The Richard Whitehead Foundation, while more of our fantastic Proactive team will be there volunteering to help cheer everyone on. 👟💙
Let’s do this! 💪

Richard Whitehead

25/09/2025

Just 2 days to go! 🦿 🏃

Training for Run With Rich 2025 has been a real mixed bag - between injuries, holidays, and the usual chaos, it’s been far from smooth sailing.

But Team Proactive is buzzing with excitement (and nerves!) for the start line - and maybe even more for the relief of running (or hobbling!) across the finish.

Every donation makes a difference to this fantastic cause, so if you haven’t already, please consider supporting us:

https://richardwhitehead.enthuse.com/pf/proactiveprosthetics

Thank you so much for all the encouragement so far - let’s do this!

25/09/2025

We love seeing patient crafted care in action...

Helen Saunders (physio) and Andrew Reece (prosthetist) from the team took Ted out this week to put his trial Genium X4 knee through its paces on all kinds of terrain 🦿

From smooth footpaths to root covered ground.

At Proactive, we know real-world testing is key to making sure every solution truly works for our patients’ lives.

Taking time to walk alongside Ted, watch how the knee performs, and adjust where needed is what Patient Crafted Care is all about.

👣 Thoughtful design + expert team + real-world trials = mobility that feels right.

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