News from Rehab Hub
Back pain myths that waste your time – and what actually helps
Why back pain advice can be so confusing Ask ten people how to fix back pain and you’ll get ten different answers. Some say to stretch, some swear by rest, and others tell you to “get your core stronger”. The problem is that a lot of this advice is outdated or simply doesn’t apply to […]
Laura – return to gym after injury
Laura came to see Tom Boggon, one of our Sports Therapists here at the Hub, after an unfortunate gym incident left her with both a rotator cuff tear and whiplash. What started as a painful, frustrating setback soon began to affect her confidence in the gym, especially when it came to lifting weights. […]
Celebrating Lucy’s achievements and her first months at the Hub
We are delighted to share some fantastic news about our osteopath, Lucy McSweeney. Lucy has been awarded the Rising Star award by the Institute of Osteopathy, a national recognition given to practitioners who show exceptional promise and a positive influence on the profession. She will be featured on the iO […]
Creating goals that stick – building rehab and strength habits that last past February
Why good intentions fade Every January, motivation is high. We make big promises to move more, stretch daily, or finally get stronger. But by mid-February, most of us are back where we started. It’s not lack of willpower – it’s that life gets busy, motivation dips, and the goal feels […]
David – from setback to skateboarding success
When David injured his ankle skateboarding, he did what many people do and turned to online rehab advice and tried to fix it himself. It worked to a point, but eventually things plateaued. His ankle still felt stiff and unstable, especially when landing tricks, and he knew he needed clearer […]
Supporting Evie’s development – placement, practice, and progress
If you’ve visited the clinic over the past couple of years, you’ve likely met Evie. As our clinic assistant, she’s become an invaluable part of the team – welcoming clients, supporting the day-to-day running of the clinic, and keeping tasks flowing smoothly behind the scenes. Now, we’re excited to share […]
Signing off the year with gratitude (and a little advice!)
As the year comes to a close, I want to pause and say a heartfelt thank you. On behalf of the whole Hub team, I’m deeply grateful to every one of you who has placed your trust in our care this year. Whether you came to see us for treatment, […]
Pam – from hip replacement to 100km success!
When Pam underwent a total hip replacement (mini arthroplasty) in July 2023, her goal wasn’t just recovery, it was to get back to living life to the fullest. An active and determined individual, Pam was keen to regain her strength and independence, and she came to see Luke, our Lead […]
Winter joint pain: why it happens and how to stay mobile
If you’ve ever joked that you can ‘feel the weather in your bones’, you’re not imagining it. Lots of people notice their joints ache more when the temperature drops or the damp sets in. For some, it’s knees grumbling on a frosty dog walk. For others, it’s a hip or […]
Lynn – recovering from hip pain
Hip pain was turning Lynn’s world upside down. Once active and independent in her 60s, she suddenly found herself wincing on the stairs and struggling to enjoy her garden. No dramatic injury — just a creeping discomfort that refused to go away. When Lynn came to see Luke, our clinic […]
Menopause and movement: new insights that could change how you exercise
If you have been active all your life, the transition through perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause can feel like your body has moved the goalposts. Symptoms such as disrupted sleep, low mood, hot flushes, or joint aches can leave you struggling to exercise as you used to, or even make you […]
Karen’s return to running – from surgery to the London Marathon
In February 2023, Karen underwent surgery to remove a Haglund’s deformity and have her Achilles tendon debrided. It marked the end of a long battle with pain, but also the beginning of a slow, steady journey back to the thing she loved most, running. Karen began working with our running […]