When you come into the clinic, you might notice your physiotherapist using a piece of equipment that looks like a flat metal plate connected to a computer. This is called a forceplate – and it’s one of the most advanced tools available to measure how your body moves and performs. But what exactly does it do, and why is your physio using it with you?

Read on to find out…

Mat Pilates with a Physiotherapist: A Smarter Way to Move

Mat Pilates focuses on controlled, low-impact movements that build core strength, improve flexibility, and support better posture. When led by a physiotherapist, these classes go beyond general fitness — offering safe, personalized exercises tailored for injury recovery, pain management, and long-term mobility. Ideal for all fitness levels, physio-led Pilates helps prevent injury, enhance body awareness, and support overall physical wellbeing.

The Importance of Exercise in Knee Osteoarthritis: A Path to Relief and Improved Mobility. Want to know how to manage your knee pain. Check out this blog to understand how exercise and physiotherapy can help you.

Plantar fasciitis - it's that sharp discomfort in your heel or along the sole of your foot that greets you every morning when you take those first few steps out of bed. Whether you're a dedicated runner, a busy parent on your feet all day, or simply someone who enjoys long walks, plantar fasciitis can put a damper on your daily activities. Understanding this condition and knowing how to manage it effectively can make all the difference.

If you've ever experienced that sharp, stabbing pain along the front of your lower legs during exercise, chances are you're familiar with the common overuse injury known as 'shin splints'. Understanding the nature of this injury and how to manage it can be the key to alleviating pain and getting back on track with your fitness goals.

Should I see a golf physio?

Are you a golfer? Ask yourself the following question to see if a golf physio could help you:

1.    Does my golf swing cause me pain or injury?

2.    Do I feel like I physically cant achieve what my golf coach wants me to do?

3.    Do I want to perform better on the course, hit it longer and more consistently?

4.    Do I want to play quality golf for longer and improve my longevity?

If you answered yes to any of these questions then a golf physio is a great option for you.

A reflection on the year that’s been. Sports physiotherapist talks us through her experiences this year.