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Upton Neuro Physio: Upton, Chester, UK. Highest quality, compassionate, evidence based neuro rehab 🧠

07/11/2025

Our house bunny Carrot (nicknamed Carrot the Parrot 🦜 because he loves to sit on my shoulder) is making my end of week admin much more enjoyable 🐇.

Happy Friday everyone!

Becca xx

03/11/2025

A lovely message from a client's daughter to bring us back to work after half-term.

Sophie started working with her last week and it is safe to say that they hit it off! I am looking forward to hearing what they achieve together too.

If you or someone who you care about has a neuro condition or balance difficulties, and you wonder whether Upton Neuro Physio could help- get in touch. Everyone receives a free 20 minute screening call to see whether we are best placed to meet their needs. What have you got to lose?

✉️ upton_neuro_physio@proton.me
📱07968 585 408
🌐 uptonneurophysio.com

23/10/2025

The leaves are falling thick and fast, making pavements feel treacherous for people who feel less confident in their balance.

My annual advice is:

🍂Give yourself time (you don't need to rush, your safety is far more important than any deadline)
🍂 Be consciously present, observe your environment, particularly looking out for mud patches/slippy leaves now and black ice as it goes into winter. Walk around them.
🍂Plan ahead when environmental factors are more challenging
🍂 Little people can go in the buggy on riskier routes
🍂 As much as you can, take your walks at a time where you can predict that the route will be less busy
🍂 If you're feeling less steady, pick a path that you know will be cleared more regularly (the quieter the path, the less likely it will be cleared of leaves is my moto)
🍂Sometimes people find that their balance is worse when walking in the dark which is more of an issue with shorter days creeping in. Keep lights on in the evening and a night light on if you have bathroom trips in the middle of the night
🍂 Now is a great time to check your ferrules (the bottom of sticks/crutches). If the tread is worn away, replace them now so that they continue to keep you safe over coming months.

And if you feel like you would benefit from a bit of proactive balance training, to improve your balance mechanisms (& build confidence) look for a local provider to see if they can help.

If you live in or around Chester and this post resonates with you or someone you care about, check out our website (link in bio) and look into our Steady Eddie's class held at Upton-by-Chester Pavilion. It might just be what you need...

22/10/2025

There is a lot of excellent research coming out at the moment, but I wanted to share a protocol paper which was published in 2023 today- because preliminary findings from this study were shared at a recent conference and set my socials alight!!

A team at Oregon Health & Science University, led by Dr Lindsey Wooliscroft - conducted a study looking at the impact of aerobic exercise for people with multiple sclerosis and presented pilot data at the ECTRIMS conference in Barcelona.

We know that exercise is good for improving walking, energy levels and mood in MS, but we don't know the mechanisms of how it helps. Wooliscroft et al. were investigating one potential mechanism, remyelination.

As explained by the authors, there is intermittent, targeted inflammation of the protective coating (myelin) in nerves with MS, and this leads to damage (demyelination). In some cases, the nerve below is damaged too and this is associated with worsening, permanent MS symptoms.

Remyelination is the process where myelin is repaired, protecting the underlying nerve axon- allowing it to work and protecting against future disability. In their small study, Wooliscroft et al. found that people with MS who participated in 24 weeks of 3 x per week, 30 mins cycling at 70% heart rate max were fitter and had more myelin visible on nerves after the intervention than controls, with data suggesting remyelination - with the fittest people, having the most.

This is the protocol paper, detailing exactly how the study was set up and published in BMJ Open. Have a gander if interested. Hopefully, the full paper will be out soon 🤞🏼.

As described in the final slide- Dr Wooliscroft shared a 'cautiously positive message'. Regular, appropriately prescribed aerobic exercise continues to be a safe and accessible way to support mobility, mood and fatigue in MS and from MRI findings in this study, it may also play a role in myelin repair ✨. Exciting times in this niche corner of the world!

20/10/2025

Jess and I were ready for our final Upton Pavilion classes before half term this week, and they were both delivered with a Halloween twist 🎃🧙🏼🕷️.

Fancy dress ✔️
Halloween play list ✔️
Quality exercises with a Halloween twist ✔️
Lols ✔️
Community ✔️

Get in touch if you would like to join us:

Parkinson's in the Park: for people with mild Parkinson's symptoms, who want to stay at the top of their game

Steady Eddies: for people with mild balance difficulties, who want to continue living the life they love.

13/10/2025

Our first Parkinson's in the Park class was a lot of fun! A fusion of high intensity training, balance work, PD Warrior exercises, Blaze Pods, the Tidal Tank and mindfulness - it brought a great start to a Monday with all attendees enjoying it. Jess and I enjoyed delivering it too!

There are spaces so if you have Parkinson's and would like to join us for a feel good session to start your week- reach out, we would love you to join us.

🌐 uptonneurophysio.com/expert-neurophysio-led-groups/
✉️ upton_neuro_physio@proton.me
📱07968 585 408

10/10/2025

What lovely feedback on a Friday!

This treasured client has come on leaps and bounds since we started working together earlier this year.

After being told she had 'no rehab potential' and that she needed to accept using a rotastand (piece of equipment which uses a standing turntable to transfer between bed and chair) she can now push herself up into standing, stand using a stick and transfer her weight between both feet, all in prep for stepping.

Most importantly, she feels like herself. She beams and everyone notices. She now leaves the house in her electric wheelchair and goes wherever she needs to with her 'hareem of taxi drivers'. This woman is back and we can't wait to see where the journey takes her.

If you or someone who you care about has a neuro condition or balance difficulties, and you wonder whether Upton Neuro Physio could help- get in touch. Everyone receives a free 20 minute screening call to see whether we are best placed to meet their needs. What have you got to lose?

✉️ upton_neuro_physio@proton.me
📱07968 585 408
🌐 uptonneurophysio.com

09/10/2025

Getting to know our team 👋🏼. Meet Sophie, our Associate. She is a 17 year qualified neuro physio who has worked in some of the best hospital trusts in the country- particularly in complex neuro rehab and tone modulation services.

If you have a neuro condition and wonder if Sophie could help you (or someone who you love) to reach or remain at your ceiling of potential - reach out. Everyone receives a free 20 minute screening call, what have you got to lose?

🌐 uptonneurophysio.com
✉️ upton_neuro_physio@proton.me
📱07968 585 408

08/10/2025

Autumn days when the grass is jewelled,
And the silk inside the chestnut shell.
Jet planes meeting in the air to be refueled,
All these things I love so well.

So I mustn't forget,
No I mustn't forget.
To say a great big thank you, I mustn't forget.

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