Dorset Physio

09/03/2026

A Ted Talk to make you think….. physically strong women are healthy women.

We are so lucky at Zone to have a fabulous team of trainers to help you be healthy all within a state of the art gym.

We also have an amazing physio in our team, John Cancea who competed in power lifting and body building who totally understands training needs and the physiology about keeping you healthy as you age as a woman.

Plus I’m here to help as a woman going through my own menopausal journey. I’ll share all the latest science and knowledge as I want to keep our community healthy not just now but as we all age.

Reach out we want to ensure you achieve a happy long life.

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With humor and hard science, obstetrician and gynecologist Jaime Seeman reveals why building muscle is one of the best ways to combat women’s top health risks. Learn the truth behind three weightlifting myths that prevent women from getting serious about strength training — and why your future s...

07/03/2026

This is so important

In the UK, there are about 10,000 children and young people living with a form of arthritis

07/03/2026

I started noticing something new in clinic…

More and more people are losing weight quickly with injections such as Mounjaro. The results can be fantastic and many people feel motivated to get active again.

But we’re also starting to see a pattern.

People are returning to activity feeling lighter and more mobile — but sometimes their muscles and support systems haven’t caught up yet, which can lead to niggles and injuries.

Rapid weight loss can improve mobility quickly — but strength often needs rebuilding.

I’ve written a short blog about what we’re seeing in clinic and how to return to activity safely after rapid weight loss.

I’ll pop the blog link in the comments.

06/03/2026

“Which Runner Are You?”

Runners tend to fall into a few categories when marathon training starts.

Which one are you?

Runner A
Builds a slow steady base through winter.
Gradually increases mileage before starting a plan.

Runner B
Finds a 16-week marathon plan online and jumps straight in.

Runner C
Just runs how they feel and hopes for the best.

Runner D
Does loads of cross training and strength alongside running.

From a physio perspective… we definitely see different injury patterns with each one.

Be honest…

Which runner are you?

06/03/2026

Some great ideas to help you in your own home

Living at Home with Arthritis?

Our free booklet, At Home with Arthritis, is packed with practical tips to make everyday tasks easier and less tiring.

Learn how to:
✅ Reduce joint stress and pain
✅ Balance activity with rest
✅ Use helpful aids and equipment
✅ Make daily life more comfortable

Reviewed by people with arthritis and medical experts, this guide is designed to support you in living independently and comfortably.

📥 Download here: https://www.arthritiswa.org.au/product/at-home-with-arthritis/

06/03/2026

Don’t let those niggles build up — get support and specialist help before they stop you achieving your goals. 🏅💪

We’ve still got 50% off sports massage until the end of March with John Cancea, and Dorset Physio now has three highly skilled physiotherapists experienced in complex injuries, biomechanics and sports performance.

If something’s been bothering you, now’s a great time to get it sorted.



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03/03/2026

A huge congratulations to Jatin who has just been promoted in his local role as a First Contact Practitioner. We are extremely lucky to have your care and expertise in our service at Dorset Physio. I look forward to seeing you continue to make a difference to our local patient community. Many thanks and well done!

I’m proud to share that I have been promoted to Senior First Contact Physiotherapist. My journey began with my physiotherapy training internationally in India, and since moving to the UK, I have continued to grow professionally within primary care. Starting as a First Contact Physiotherapist in Oc...

28/02/2026

We’ve just reached 1000 people supporting Dorset Physio 💙

That’s not just a number.
That’s neighbours. Families. Local businesses. Walkers. Paddlers. Runners. Grandparents. Teenagers.

It’s this community.

Thank you for trusting us with your injuries, your rehab, your recovery and your long-term health. Thank you for sharing posts, recommending us to friends, and being part of something that’s growing here in Weymouth & Portland.

Dorset Physio was always about more than treatment — it’s about helping our community stay active, independent and well for the long term.

We’re just getting started 🤍

Thank you for being part of it.

26/02/2026

Fibromyalgia isn’t “just aches and pains.”

It’s a sensitised nervous system — like your body’s alarm system turned up too high.

At Dorset Physio, we focus on:

✔️ Understanding your symptoms
✔️ Calming pain sensitivity
✔️ Gradually rebuilding strength
✔️ 1:1 rehabilitation and small-group classes

You are not broken.
Your system just needs the right approach.

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📩 dorsetphysio1@gmail.com
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Our latest blog post https://www.dorsetphysio.com/dorset-health-blog

24/02/2026

This is what I’m talking about - years of expert clinical experience and a passionate team who love to treat and help you get better.

Nice post J! (Jatin Patel)

We love working with you! 😀



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24/02/2026

We are so lucky to have a local emergency department. Once there was talk about it moving to Poole. Thank goodness common sense prevailed. We should strive to do everything we can to support the good work of our local ED. It’s an invaluable service.



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The appeal aims to raise £2.5 million in time for the new units opening next year

24/02/2026

Weymouth & Portland women — this one’s for you.

That photo of me paddling past Durlston?
I’m in my 40s. I’m in the menopause transition.

And I see this every week in clinic.

Women who are active, capable, getting on with life — and suddenly dealing with:

• Frozen shoulder
• Tendon pain that won’t shift
• Stiff, aching joints
• Slower recovery
• Strength that feels like it’s disappearing

It’s not that you’re “ageing badly.”

It’s hormonal.

Oestrogen affects tendons, ligaments, muscle recovery and even pain sensitivity. When it fluctuates, your body responds differently to load — and if we don’t adjust training or rehab properly, pain lingers.

The good news?

With the right strength work, the right loading strategy, and proper understanding of what’s happening, you can stay strong — whether that’s paddleboarding past Durlston, lifting in the gym, or just wanting to feel like yourself again.

I’ve written a full blog explaining why this happens and what you can do about it.

You’re not “falling apart.”
You just need the right plan for this stage.



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