28/07/2026
National Pain Week 🧡
Pain is complex. It isn’t always a sign that your body is damaged, and for many people, pain can continue long after an injury has healed.
As Exercise Physiologists, we understand that persistent pain is influenced by many factors—including stress, sleep, movement habits, emotions, previous experiences, and overall health. That’s why managing pain is about much more than simply “fixing” an injury.
Exercise is one of the most effective evidence-based treatments for persistent pain. When prescribed appropriately, movement can:
• Improve strength and function
• Reduce pain sensitivity over time
• Increase confidence in movement
• Improve mood
• Help people return to the activities they enjoy
The key is finding the right exercise at the right level.
So let’s shift the conversation from avoiding movement to understanding it. With the right guidance, movement can become a powerful tool for recovery—not something to fear.
If pain has been holding you back, there are effective strategies to help you and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Reach out to our awesome exercise physiology team to get the right treatment you need.