How to Keep Active when Self Isolating…Part 1
As you probably know, the government has issued guidance about the need for certain people to “self-isolate” during the Covid 19 outbreak. We know that this can be tricky for people for a number of reasons, one of which being it can be tricky to keep active. Below we’ve given some tips on how you […]
Celebrating the Women’s Health Fair
On Sunday 8th March (International Women’s Day), Severn Physiotherapy and Portishead Parent were delighted to present the Portishead Women’s Health Fair. On the day we had a great range of stalls, talks and workshops giving great information on women’s health and wellbeing. We are so grateful to everyone who took the time to support the […]
What to do if you Fall
What to do if you Fall Falling is a very common issue as you get older. Some people fall and have no issues after. However, many people experience an injury or a loss of confidence after a fall. Here are a few ideas of what you can do after you fall… Check for injuries Immediately […]
Women’s Health Fair – Portishead
One of the founders of severn Physiotherapy has teamed up with Katina James from Portishead Parent to provide Portishead with the very first free Women’s Health Fair! It will celebrate International Women’s Day 2020 on Sunday 8th March at Portishead Youth Centre. These two industrious women have set themselves a goal to raise awareness of […]
Five Ways to Keep Your Joints Healthy
Keeping your joints healthy as you get older has lots of benefits, including better mobility and less chance of joint pain. Although most people experience some “wear and tear” on their joints, there are plenty of things you can do to protect your joints. Stick to a healthy weight Carrying extra weight will put additional […]
What is the Difference Between Prenatal and Standard Massage?
There are lots of benefits to having a Prenatal, or Pregnancy massage; you can find out more about these by clicking here. Some people ask what is special about a prenatal massage, so let’s have a look at some of the key differences… Position Usually when you have a massage, you will be advised to […]
How Do Physiotherapists Help With Mobility Problems?
As Physiotherapists, when we talk about “mobility” we mean your ability to move. This can include walking, using stairs or using a wheelchair. Issues with mobility can occur at any stage of life. These can sometimes come on suddenly, such as a broken leg after an accident, or some slowly, for example if you have […]
How to Keep Your Muscles Healthy as You Age
It may surprise you to know that after the age of 30 you lost 1% of your muscle mass each year. Fortunately, there are plenty of things you can do to reduce the impact this has on your life. Having a healthy lifestyle from the start will help, but it’s never too late to do […]
Top 5 Benefits of Physiotherapy for Older People
There’s plenty of research about the benefits of Physiotherapy for seniors, and at Severn Physiotherapy we see those benefits every day. Despite this, many people still think that Physiotherapy is just for young athletes. In fact, Physiotherapy is about improving movement and function, no matter what your health needs are or your stage of life. […]
How to Build Healthier Communities
At Severn Physiotherapy, we’re passionate about our involvement with the local community and believe that being part of a thriving community boosts your health and wellbeing. Research increasingly shows that our communities play a huge role in our wellbeing. We know that factors such as employment, a safe home, good social networks and safe areas […]
