Absolute Physiotherapy

06/02/2026

🦶✨ Enhancing Balance Through Intrinsic Foot Strength ✨🦶

Just wanted to highlight the critical role that foot exercises play in improving balance and coordination. Craig demonstrates a series of effective exercises we often prescribe aimed at strengthening intrinsic foot muscles, which are vital for maintaining stability—particularly for our patients focusing on balance rehabilitation. Not everyone has feet as good as this and some might find toe spacers helpful during these exercises. ( I’ll send a link for toe spacers we recommend to anyone that wants it!)

Research indicates that intrinsic foot muscle (IFM) exercises significantly improve balance and strength, ultimately leading to decreased self-perceived disability and enhanced stability 1 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10784881/). Many individuals seeking therapy often require targeted interventions for their foot and ankle regions. By enhancing strength and coordination through these exercises, we can make substantial strides in overall balance.

Expect to see these type of exercises in our advanced balance classes with Hayley our specialist Physio in balance. . 🙌

For those interested in these cork cylinders I can send you a link to some sites that sell them. There’s a huge price difference and to be honest the cheaper ones are totally fine!

03/02/2026

🌟 Exciting Developments in Musculoskeletal Practice 🌟

Emma and I are currently enhancing our skills in point-of-care ultrasound scanning as part of our postgraduate studies in Musculoskeletal Practice. Under the guidance of our mentor, Graham Dawson from GD Health and Well-Being Physio, we are gaining invaluable hands-on experience every three weeks by scanning patients. This is part of us gaining our PgCert in MSK Ultrasound.

This service not only offers a more affordable option for patients but also allows us to refine our skills for their benefit. We invite anyone interested in this service to book an appointment as we aim to practice extensively and ensure our proficiency.

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31/01/2026

Enjoyed a great morning out with the Absolute Physio team! 🌤️ It’s moments like these that remind me how lucky we are to work together.

We had some delicious food at Granny Downkins, caught up, and took in the fresh air and views.

Looking forward to planning our next outing already!

09/01/2026

🌟 From Childhood to Now: A Journey in Motion 🌟

Captured a special moment tonight on the treadmill! 🏃‍♂️✨ Just reflecting on how my son’s running technique has developed over the years—from those adorable toddler steps to his effortless strides today. It’s amazing to see how each phase has its own charm and challenges!

Noticing the small things that make a big difference:
✅ 🦵 Cadence that flows naturally
✅ 🌬️ Soft knee landings for energy efficiency
✅ 🙌 Relaxed arms gliding almost effortlessly

His running might not be perfect, but it’s uniquely him. Each run is a reminder that with practice and passion, we create our own patterns of movement. There is no right way to run.

Barefoot adventures have been a game changer for his strong, mobile feet and those daily calf raises whilst teeth cleaning ( if you’ve been treated by me you won’t be surprised!)

Here’s to enjoying every step, whether in running shoes or barefoot! 🏃‍♂️❤️

30/12/2025

🎉✨ As we bid farewell to 2025, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our amazing clients/patients. Your unwavering support has made this year truly special for our team at Absolute Physiotherapy Centre.

💪 We are so grateful to be a part of your journey towards health and happiness. We’ve loved sharing in your successes and helping you enjoy your favorite activities.

Here’s to a fabulous 2026 filled with new adventures, wellness, and joy! 🥳🥂

Sending you all our love and thanks! 💕

💚 With love,
The Absolute Physiotherapy team

28/12/2025

2026 classes available to book onto!

🔸Clinical Pilates
🔸Balance and Strength for older adults
🔸 StickMobility
🔸Lift for Longevity

All instructed by certified chartered Physios in line with current evidence based approaches to improving health and wellbeing.

Book via: www.bookwhen.com
More detail via www.absolutephysiotherapy.co.uk

23/12/2025

🎉✨ As we wrap up 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on a year filled with amazing milestones at Absolute Physio! 🎄🌟
Paola our superb internship Student kicked off our 2025 and brought an energy and passion that rubbed off on us all. She can still be seen through our exercise app with her fantastic videos!
Sharon joined our team and has sorted our admin. She is the Angel we all needed.. a harder job than she anticipated 🤣🤪
Libby joined the squad and an array of five star reviews followed 🙏
Our team continued to progress their post graduate skill base with Emma and Jemma starting their pg cert in ultrasound under the fabulous Graham Dawson and Hayley completing her acupuncture qualification. Helen Wilson expanded her women’s health knowledge base and spread the word with more fantastic speaking events. Fran continued to advise on her specialist skills in paediatric physio, organising conferences and advisory panels.
New classes started in balance and falls and also lifting classes for women over 40.
Our collaboration with ZW clinics and the joint multidisciplinary service has continued to grow and with it a waiting list.

A huge THANK YOU to our incredible patients, the fantastic team, and our amazing collaborators. Your dedication and skills have shaped the excellence we strive for every day. 🙌

We are so proud of what we’ve achieved together, and we’re excited to continue developing new services that support your health and well-being. 💪🌈

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas filled with health, joy, and happiness as we head into 2026! Let’s build on our successes and make the coming year even more extraordinary! 🎊❤️

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20/12/2025

20/11/2025

💪 Building Strong Foundations Early.

Strength training isn’t just for adults—it’s essential for young athletes. Watch Max who enjoys playing goalkeeper who wants to work through strength rehab with Physio Helen Wilson. With a history of knee and hip strains it was strength that was missing from his sports increasing his supseptibity to injury.

Why Early Strength Training Matters

Performance Enhancement: Research demonstrates that resistance training significantly improves sprint speed, vertical jump, agility, muscular strength, and motor coordination in young athletes 3 (https://www.mendcolorado.com/physical-therapy-blog/2025/4/21/is-strength-training-safe-for-kids-heres-what-the-research-says/). Studies show that youth athletes who engage in consistent resistance training 2–3 times per week experience measurable gains that directly transfer to sport-specific skills.

Rapid Strength Gains: Children can improve strength by 30% to 50% after just 8 to 12 weeks of a well-designed strength training program 9 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3445252/). Remarkably, younger athletes show even greater adaptive potential, with children under 13 years old demonstrating significantly larger strength improvements compared to older adolescents 5 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4861005/). We are certainly seeing this in Max who’s 12.

Injury Prevention & Long-Term Health: When appropriately designed and supervised by qualified professionals, strength training is safe and effective for children and adolescents (https://www.scienceforsport.com/youth-strength-training/). Research shows that resistance training helps reduce both the severity and incidence of injuries. https://www.scienceforsport.com/youth-strength-training/), while also improving bone mineral density—benefits that persist into adulthood (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4861005/).

Psychological Benefits: Beyond physical gains, structured strength training enhances self-confidence, discipline, and emotional well-being …..so important in adolescence.

Starting early builds lifelong habits.

11/11/2025

✨ Join Our Balance & Strength Class for Older Adults! ✨

Every Tuesday at Absolute Physio, we offer a dynamic balance and strength class designed specifically for older adults. 🧓👵

This week’s theme was all about reaching beyond our base of support! Participants engaged in fun, interactive circuits focusing on:
 Upper limb stretches 🖐️
 Lower limb activities 🦵
 Partner workouts 🤝

Each week brings a different theme, ensuring a fresh and exciting experience every time. We’re proud to provide this evidence-based service led by our Chartered Physio, Hayley, who specializes in balance and fall prevention.

✨ Plus, we have another class tailored for adults who use mobility aids! ✨

Interested? Check out our website or email us for more info. One of our friendly physios will be in touch!

15/10/2025

Great to see clubs seeking out ways to inform their players of areas that can particularly affect their performance and well being as women in sport 💪👌🙌

NEWS: Ahead of Saturday's World Menopause Day, physiotherapy lecturer Carolyn Kent, who also leads the knowledge exchange platform Women's Football Hub , has hosted a special event dedicated to women's health in football.

Players from Carlisle United's ladies team and manager Tracy Gannon visited our Fusehill Street campus last night.

Carolyn staged a session on the importance of picking the right boots to help prevent injury and optimise performance. Penrith-based physio Helen Wilson, from Absolute Physiotherapy, hosted a session on women's health that featured a focus on pelvic floor and breast health as well as menstrual cycles and menopause.

Thanks to all involved.


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