If your knee hurts when you walk, especially after 40, it is often due to how the joint is loaded rather than something suddenly “wearing out” overnight. Common causes include patellofemoral pain (pain around the kneecap) and early osteoarthritis. The good news: with sensible load management, targeted strength work, and the right physiotherapy support, many … Read more
Imagine yourself at 80. Are you strong, mobile and independent, or frail, fearful and restricted? The choices you make in your 50s and 60s – especially around movement, strength and self-care – are shaping that future version of you. Thorpes Physiotherapy can support you with structured exercise, wellness services and regenerative therapies to help you … Read more
Tendon pain is common after 50, particularly in active women, but it is rarely something you just have to “live with”. Ageing, hormone changes and lifestyle all influence tendon health, yet the biggest factor is often how we load and use our bodies. A structured plan combining targeted exercise rehabilitation and, where appropriate, modern treatments … Read more
As we move beyond the age of 50, our bodies naturally begin to change. Muscle mass gradually declines, bones can become less dense, and everyday activities may start to feel more demanding than they once did. While this is a normal part of ageing, it is not something you have to simply accept. Incorporating regular … Read more
Physiotherapists and Sports Therapists have many similarities but also some differences -I’m pleased to say that we have both here at Thorpes Physiotherapy! Both aim to help people recover from injuries and improve physical function. A Sports therapist specialises in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and rehabilitating injuries, not dissimilar to a Physiotherapist. However, a Sports Therapist … Read more
Whether you’re heading out for a morning run, lifting weights at the gym, or joining your favourite fitness class, it’s tempting to jump right in or head straight for the shower once you’re done. But what happens before and after your workout is just as important as the workout itself. A proper warm-up and cool-down … Read more
Massage therapy has long been used for its ability to alleviate stress, improve circulation, and promote overall wellbeing. Despite its widespread popularity, there are many myths and misconceptions about what massage can and can’t do. As a private physiotherapy practice, it’s essential to address these misconceptions to help patients make informed decisions about their treatment … Read more
Several times a week, one of my patients will say, “I don’t like exercise” or “I’m not an exercise person”. A lot of the time these thoughts are due to bad experiences with exercise, a lack of understanding about why exercise is important, or confusion about what actually counts as exercise. So, I thought I’d … Read more
As the days shorten, the nights grow longer, and the temperature drops, the winter season settles in. Although I’m someone who enjoys the autumn and winter months, that doesn’t mean that I don’t get SAD. SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder, is a condition that causes depression-like symptoms that typically occur during autumn and winter when … Read more
