Springbok Home Physio

08/11/2025

Another great example of perseverance and taking charge of your life! Congratulations madam 🙌

Congratulations to Maryette for graduating university at the age of 90! 🎓

Born in Londonderry, Maryette McFarland had originally started university in Dublin back in the 1960s, but dropped out to get married and start a family. After her husband died, Maryette decided she wanted to start studying again to fill her spare time, and so enrolled in an online course with The Open University. As the oldest of the 300 people in her course, a lot had changed since her first time at University, and Maryette had to ask help of her family to learn how to use a computer. Now 70 years after starting her studies, Maryette was finally able to graduate this month with a degree in English Literature.

"I can hardly believe it, and it's taken me quite a long time!" she said. To celebrate, Maryette's family came to Belfast to watch, and celebrated with a big family lunch. When asked what her advice would be for others who are worried they are too old to learn, Maryette said "If I can do it, anybody can do it. It's never too late!"

Congratulations on graduating Maryette, and for showing it's never too late to start! 💜

05/11/2025

Saw a lady today who’s really been dealt a tough hand in life. She’s living with osteoporosis, arthritis in her spine, and polymyositis — yet she keeps going with such determination. ❤️
Her goal is to get another dog for company, which I think is just wonderful. 🐾
But she’s been struggling to get onto her higher bed since changing her mattress, and the usual tricks haven’t helped.
So, challenge accepted — I’m going to help her find a way! 💪✨
https://theros.org.uk/blog/top-tips-for-getting-in-and-out-of-bed/?fbclid=IwY2xjawN4ZKFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEedEupa8h57bEDHSZitZFfc0J2bD7auhJ_L6H42LTI1iOY0Ef7QeEzebp8x1g_aem_G6raDGQCci0sjzZMscx6gA

After lying still all night, muscles and joints become stiff, making back pain feel much worse. Thankfully, there’s an easier way of getting out of (and into) bed that puts less strain on your back.

21/10/2025

Music can be beneficial to a variety of exercises/ conditions! One of my clients mentioned today that moving her very stiff shoulder while listening to "Glee" music is also very helpful!☺️

We’re sharing new Ataxia Tips every Tuesday! Check back weekly—and if you’ve got a good one, pass it on: ataxia.org/tips

18/10/2025

An inspiring lady sticking to the basics!

Sometimes the simplest habits lead to the most profound results.

14/10/2025

Today I met a lovely lady who’s been mostly housebound — all because her walker wasn’t set at the right height and she’d made things harder for herself without realising.
After a few simple tweaks, she’s already moving more easily and feeling more confident!
If you’re struggling with mobility or daily tasks, reach out to Springbok Home Physio — sometimes one session really is enough to keep you going. 💚

13/10/2025

Your brain’s basically begging for movement! 😬
Might have to do a little yoga or Pilates before bed tonight 🙈
It’s especially important when we’re working with neuroplasticity — creating and strengthening new neural connections! (see post on this page a few days ago)

04/10/2025

I really do understand how frustrating aphasia can be—not just for those experiencing it, but for everyone around them. However, I believe that with time and patience, we can discover new ways to communicate effectively!

We get it! We lived it! Here are some things we know about aphasia firsthand as ARC's founder is also a stroke survivor:

Aphasia is hard.
It feels lonely a lot.
It can be frustrating.

People with aphasia want YOU to know this:

Aphasia affects how we talk or use language. Language use may be talking, reading, writing, numbers, or understanding. Aphasia from a stroke does NOT affect how smart we are.💡 We still need our friends and connection.

Please:
Be patient
Give extra time
Be respectful
Listen with your heart ❤️

Share this posts on your timeline to help others learn more.
TOGETHER, we can reach and teach!

If you are a care partner (caregiver) to a person with aphasia, join us here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/146625638825426