Springbok Home Physio

19/02/2026

Just do what you can on ANY day! With or without a health condition...😉

19/02/2026

Rare Disease Day is coming up on 28/2 💜
A few days ago I tried to raise awareness about one type of ataxia — Gluten Ataxia and I hope you had time to listen to the podcasts. Another type, which for me is very close to home, is Spino-Cerebellar Ataxia (SCA).

SCA is a group of genetic neurological conditions that affect the cerebellum — the part of the brain responsible for coordination, balance, and movement. There are many different types of SCA, and researchers are still discovering new ones, so even specialists refer to them by numbers (SCA1, SCA2, SCA3, etc.) and I'm not sure to what number they are...
Common features of SCA can include:
• Poor coordination and balance
• Unsteady walking or frequent falls
• Slurred speech
• Difficulty with fine motor skills (buttons, writing, etc.)
• Eye movement problems
• Fatigue and muscle stiffness
Symptoms often worsen gradually over time, and because it is genetic, it can affect multiple members of the same family.

Living with or loving someone with a rare condition can feel isolating, but awareness really does help. The more people understand, the more support, research, and hope there will be! 🤩

16/02/2026

Ataxia, a neurological condition that affects coordination, balance, and speech, is rare and often misunderstood.
There are many different types of ataxia, and while some may appear more severe than others, the reality is that living with any form of ataxia is incredibly challenging.
The impact varies from person to person, but no one’s experience is “easy.”
One form that doesn’t get enough attention is Gluten Ataxia.

Most people have at least heard of Coeliac disease and understand that it’s managed with a strict gluten-free diet. But Gluten Ataxia is different. It’s an autoimmune condition where the body reacts to gluten by attacking parts of the brain — particularly the cerebellum, which controls balance and coordination.
Because it’s less well known, people can struggle to:
* Get properly diagnosed
* Understand the neurological impact
* Access appropriate support
* Learn how strict the gluten-free diet truly needs to be

For many, managing Gluten Ataxia can feel like navigating a mystery without a map.
That’s why education matters. Hearing real experiences, expert insights, and lived perspectives can make an enormous difference. Podcasts are a powerful way to build understanding — especially for those newly diagnosed, family members trying to support a loved one, or even healthcare professionals wanting to learn more.
Knowledge is power.

Please listen to this podcast about Gluten Ataxia: http://spotlightonhealth.uk

The more we understand about conditions like Gluten Ataxia, the better we can support those living with it — and advocate for awareness, research, and compassionate care.

15/02/2026

This is a good analogy... but I believe you can also do this when taking the stairs🤪 It might even be easier!

15/02/2026

📣 Help shape a new FND Strategy for Lincolnshire

We’re inviting people living with FND, and those who support them, to share their views and help shape future services.

📝 Take our short survey: lincolnshire.icb.nhs.uk/fnd

08/02/2026

Anxiety can limit movement and daily activities, even those we enjoy most.
Physiotherapy can help you regain confidence, reduce fear of movement, and return to doing what matters to you.

📩 Get in touch to find out how I can help.

06/02/2026

It’s amazing the positive impact the right orthotic can have on someone’s life! 💙
I currently have so many clients who are desperate to get the correct orthotic fitted—and seeing the difference it makes is really exciting and rewarding.
Shout-out to all my orthotic colleagues who work tirelessly every day to improve the quality of life for so many people. 👏

05/02/2026

This is truly inspiring! We should all strive to rise above our circumstances, but let’s also find joy in where we are.🤩

His return to TV in a recurring guest role in the comedy-drama series “Shrinking,” where he plays someone who has Parkinson's, is his most substantial role in years. One of the best things Michael J. Fox did for the Parkinson's disease community — besides starting his foundation — was to go back to work.
https://tinyurl.com/protocol01

02/02/2026

Tomorrow marks the start of wellbeing week! This week will be filled with FREE virtual workshops designed to increase your emotional & physical wellbeing. All of the workshops are free, online and everyone is welcome to attend.

There is still time to sign up for all of the events taking place this week:

Tuesday 3rd February - 12:30pm - 2pm - Exercise & Movement

Wednesday 4th February - 12pm - 1:30pm - Planning for your future

Thursday 5th February - 12:30pm - 2pm - Gadgets, Aids & Adaptations

Friday 6th February - 1pm - 2:30pm - Mindfulness

See below for more information and to book your free ticket! Click here to book your place!
https://www.ataxia.org.uk/wellbeingweek2026/

02/02/2026

30/01/2026

Happy Friday! 🌟
Thank you so much for this wonderful review—it truly made my day. I wish more people shared your daughter’s incredible zest for life!

25/01/2026

"(Physio) is a crucial part of how you get better"
Proud to do what we do!
For private, compassionate physio care in the comfort of your own home, don’t hesitate to get in touch.