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Hereford Physiotherapy Clinic, 31 Mostyn Street, Hereford (2025)

04/12/2025

Reduce falls. Ease stiffness. Keep moving with confidence.

Why falls happen
Sometimes it’s a mix of things: weaker legs, unsteady balance, lots of sitting.
Vision or inner-ear changes can add to it too.

What helps
Strength: Chair stands, calf raises, step-ups.
Aim for twice a week, about ten slow reps at a time.

Balance: Tandem stand and single-leg holds near a counter for support.
Twenty to thirty seconds each side is plenty.

Move often: Stand up every forty minutes.
Take short walks.
Do gentle joint circles to stay loose.

Look at possible causes
An eye test can help.
Your GP can review medications.
If you often feel spinning or swaying, a vestibular check is worth doing.

Simple home wins
Good lighting. Clear floors. A solid handrail. Shoes that don’t slip.
A night light for those early-morning trips.

A doable weekly plan
Two strength days.
One balance circuit.
Small movement snacks each day.

If you want a plan built around your needs, you can book a strength and balance session with me

30/11/2025

Podiatry testimonial. Name changed for privacy: “Martin”

I thought sore feet were just what happens when you get older.
First steps in the morning were awful. I started planning routes with the fewest stairs.

Daryl watched me walk, filmed my gait and actually explained what was going on. Stiff big toe. Tight calves. Foot muscles half asleep. He treated the sore spot, then the cause.

Plan was simple. Short foot drill at the kettle. Calf raises. Big toe mobility. A small footwear tweak and a light orthotic set to my foot.

Two weeks later the first-step sting had gone.
Six weeks later I was back to long dog walks without thinking about it.

Foot pain wasn’t “just age”. It needed a proper plan. Daryl gave me one.”"

27/11/2025

Myth: “Foot pain is just part of getting older.”

It may be common, but it is not something you simply have to live with.

Pain is your body’s signal that something needs attention.

The majority of age-related foot pain has a clear and treatable cause. It may be arthritis needing the right loading strategy, tendons that benefit from strength work, stiff ankles from years in rigid footwear or foot muscles that have gradually stopped supporting you as they should.

Why it matters to address it
Ignoring foot pain often changes how you walk. Over time, this can place extra strain on the knees, hips and back. It may also impact balance and confidence, making everyday activity feel more challenging than it needs to be.

Common signs to look for
• Pain during the first few steps in the morning
• A stiff big toe when you push off
• Shoes wearing unevenly on one side
• Avoiding uneven or softer ground

Small, effective ways to start helping your feet
• Calf raises, slow up and slower down, 10 to 15 repetitions
• Big toe mobility stretch, 30 seconds each side
• Short-foot exercise, lift the arch gently without curling the toes, 10 repetitions
• Footwear that fits well, with room for the toes and a supportive heel

The most valuable step
A professional gait and foot assessment can identify the exact cause and build a plan tailored to you. The aim is not simply to reduce pain but to help you stay active, confident and moving well at every age.

25/11/2025

For more than 20 years, Daryl has helped patients move better, run comfortably and understand why their feet hurt, not just where.

His approach is straightforward and effective: treat the painful area, then identify and address the cause.

Whether a patient is struggling with plantar heel pain, Achilles discomfort, big toe pain, flat feet or gait-related issues, Daryl looks at how the whole body moves. For some, the solution might be mobility work for the big toe.

For others, it may involve strengthening the midfoot or using an orthotic only when it is genuinely beneficial. Every treatment plan is clear, tailored and designed for long-term results.

Daryl’s background
Lead Advanced Practice MSK Podiatrist, Wye Valley NHS
BSc Sports Science
BSc Podiatric Medicine
Postgraduate qualifications in Biomechanics and MSK Ultrasound
Specialist in lower limb mechanics and injury

Daryl’s goal is simple. To help people move pain-free with confidence, understanding and long-lasting improvement.

If your knee, hip or back pain keeps returning, the solution may start at your feet.

Book a podiatry and gait assessment with Daryl.
Let’s find the cause and build the right plan from the ground up.

18/11/2025

I wish more people felt this, not just knew it.

Your body isn’t fixed in place.
It changes, sometimes in ways we want and sometimes in ways we don’t.
And most of the time, the small things we do each day quietly shape that direction.

Pain can make you feel stuck, like one part of you is broken while the rest is fine.
But our bodies don’t really work in isolated pieces.

Everything talks to everything else:
your muscles, your joints, your breath, your sleep, your stress.
Focusing on just one part can help for a moment,
but looking at the whole picture is what creates change that actually lasts.

That’s why I take my time to understand what your body is saying.
We add load where it’s ready.
We ease what’s overwhelmed.
We build small habits that help your body trust the process again.

You’re not fragile.
You’re adaptable.
With the right plan, one that fits your life, your body will meet you halfway.

And if you want support figuring out what that plan looks like for you, I’m here.

16/11/2025

Testimonial. Name changed for privacy: “Claire”

“I’d tried to manage on my own for months.
By the afternoon I felt uncomfortable and worn down. Confidence took a knock.

Hannah was the first to look at the whole picture.
She assessed how I moved, not just one muscle.
We used biofeedback so I could see what was happening.
Some hands-on work to settle things.
Simple strength for hips and core.
Clear advice I could follow on busy days.

Four weeks in, everyday activities felt easier.
Eight weeks in, I was back to steady walks and gentle runs with no worries.
I feel stronger, supported and back to myself.

It wasn’t guesswork. It was a plan that worked.”

13/11/2025

Pelvic health isn’t “just Kegels.”

We hear this all the time - but pelvic health is so much more than a single exercise. It’s about understanding how your whole body works together.

Here’s how Daniela and Hannah, our women’s health physiotherapists, approach it:
• They listens, take a full history, and set goals that matter to you
• Check movement and posture to find the root cause
• Use hands-on therapy where it helps
• Teach pelvic floor exercises that are targeted and effective - not one-size-fits-all
• Incorporates biofeedback or gentle stimulation to coach good patterns
• Use acupuncture or soft tissue work to ease pain
• Offer clear education and simple, sustainable habits
• Advise on helpful tools and supports along the way

The results?
Less leaking. Less heaviness. Less pain. More confidence.

If you’ve ever been told to “just do your pelvic floor,” know that there’s so much more - Daniela and Hannah are here to guide you through it.

11/11/2025

Hannah takes an evidence-based, holistic, and compassionate approach to women’s health physiotherapy.

She believes every woman deserves to feel confident, strong, and at home in her body - at every stage of life.

Hannah says:

“I love my job and go to work every day to empower women and their bodies!”

If you’re looking for a clear plan and a calm, supportive voice in your corner, Hannah is here to help.

09/11/2025

Podiatry win

“I used to wake up dreading those first few steps. The heel pain was unreal. I tried new shoes, rolling on a ball, resting. Nothing really worked.

Daryl watched me walk, explained what was actually happening, and it suddenly made sense. My big toe hardly moved, my ankles were stiff, and my midfoot was overworking.

He treated the painful spot and the cause behind it. The plan was simple: short foot drill while making coffee, calf raises, big toe mobility, and a light orthotic made just for my foot.

Two weeks later, that first-step pain was gone.
Six weeks later, I was back to morning walks without thinking twice.

If your feet are stopping you from moving the way you want to, go and see Daryl. Clear plan. Real results.”

06/11/2025

Spot it before it starts.

Early gait and movement checks can reveal issues long before pain appears.

What we look for:
• Overpronation or oversupination
• Limited ankle mobility
• Asymmetrical gait patterns
• Muscle imbalances

Why it matters:
Small faults at the foot often lead to bigger problems higher up the chain.

Common results if left unchecked:
• Plantar fasciitis
• Achilles tendinopathy
• Knee or hip pain

Quick self-checks:
• Do your arches collapse when you squat?
• Do your ankles feel blocked on a knee-to-wall test?
• Do you wear the inside or outside edge of your shoes?

Next step:
Book a podiatry gait screen with Daryl
We find the imbalance early and build the fix"

04/11/2025

Many people assume foot pain is simple - rest, new shoes, and it will settle.

In practice, it’s rarely that straightforward.

Recently, during a joint session with our podiatrist Daryl, we saw three patients with similar knee pain.

Each had a different root cause:
• A stiff big toe
• A weak midfoot
• An unstable ankle

Same symptoms, different causes.

With gait analysis, targeted exercises, and in one case a custom orthotic, each improved within weeks.

The takeaway? Fix the foundation first.

Persistent knee, hip or back discomfort?
Start with your feet.

Book a combined podiatry and physiotherapy assessment"

02/11/2025

Amazing testimonial for Hannah - Name change for privacy "Sophie" - Photo is with different client.

“I was eight weeks postnatal and felt broken.
Leaking on walks. Heavy, aching pelvic floor. Zero confidence.

Hannah was the first person who listened without brushing it off. She checked everything properly, explained what was happening in plain English, and gave me a plan I could actually follow between feeds and naps.

At first it was no more leaking on brisk walks. Then after a month or so stronger lifts with the buggy and shopping. Come two months in I had my first jog, no heaviness, no panic.

By three months I felt like myself again.

It wasn’t magic. Breath work, pelvic floor on/off, simple strength, steady progress. But the way Hannah tailored it to my day made all the difference.

If you think you just have to live with it after birth, you don’t. I wish I had seen her sooner.”

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