H. P. Therapy

02/10/2026

Pilates is most effective for:
Non‑specific lower back pain (the largest group in the UK)
Postural issues from sitting, desk work, or stress
Weak core stabilisers
Muscle imbalances in hips, glutes, or thoracic spine
It is less appropriate to start with group classes if you have:
Disc herniation
Spondylolisthesis
Spinal stenosis
Inflammatory spinal conditions
In these cases, clinical Pilates or 1‑to‑1 guidance is recommended first.

12/09/2026

Good posture is like a secret weapon for your overall well-being! Here’s why you should prioritize it:

1. **Improved Confidence**: Standing tall can instantly boost your self-esteem and make you feel more confident in social situations.

2. **Reduced Pain**: Proper posture can alleviate back, neck, and shoulder pain, making your day-to-day activities much more comfortable.

3. **Better Breathing**: Good alignment allows your lungs to expand fully, helping you breathe easier and improve energy levels.

4. **Enhanced Focus**: With the right posture, your body’s systems function better, increasing concentration and productivity.

5. **Injury Prevention**: Maintaining proper alignment reduces the risk of injuries by distributing weight evenly and minimizing strain on muscles and joints.

6. **Positive Mood**: Good posture can even influence your mental state, helping to reduce anxiety and promote a positive outlook!

So, whether you’re sitting at your desk or walking around, make a conscious effort to stand tall and enjoy the benefits! 🌟

04/12/2022

While fatigue is a common feature of breast cancer treatment, experts recommend doing the same amount of exercise as is suggested for the general population: 150 mins of moderate or 75 mins of vigorous per week. Of course, if that’s not possible, anything is better than none, just start slowly and build up. For tips on exercising during breast cancer treatment, see our info leaflet here

While fatigue is a common feature of breast cancer treatment, experts recommend doing the same amount of exercise as is suggested for the general population: 150 mins of moderate or 75 mins of vigorous per week. Of course, if that’s not possible, anything is better than none, just start slowly and...

04/12/2022

It includes 9 different newsletters, advice leaflets, infographics and exercise sheets which you can find at this link

It includes 9 different newsletters, advice leaflets, infographics and exercise sheets which you can find at this link

27/11/2022

Surgery and chemotherapy for breast cancer have many negative side effects, but the severity of these can be reduced by taking regular exercise throughout your treatment. To find out more, see our information leaflet here

Surgery and chemotherapy for breast cancer have many negative side effects, but the severity of these can be reduced by taking regular exercise throughout your treatment. To find out more, see our information leaflet here

27/11/2022

Good conditioning will not only keep you injury free but it will boost your golf performance too.

Good conditioning will not only keep you injury free but it will boost your golf performance too.

02/10/2022

Follow the link for resources to help understand and prevent lower back pain through golf

Follow the link for resources to help understand and prevent lower back pain through golf

01/10/2022

If a friend confides to you that they’re having issues in the bedroom, chances are you’ll assume they mean one of two things: premature ej*******on, or problems getting an er****on. But there are other symptoms that come under the banner of ‘erectile dysfunction’ as well. These include an inability to ej*****te, pain during an er****on or following an ej*******on, and an inability to return to flaccid state after s*x. The good news for your friend is that all of these conditions can be treated. Medication is a familiar option, but physical therapy can be an effective, and natural, first step. Find out more about physical therapy for s*xual dysfunction in men here

If a friend confides to you that they’re having issues in the bedroom, chances are you’ll assume they mean one of two things: premature ej*******on, or problems getting an er****on. But there are other symptoms that come under the banner of ‘erectile dysfunction’ as well. These include an in...

01/10/2022

It is a vital tool in learning how to pace yourself so that you can build your capacity up daily, instead of overdoing it and compromising your progress. You can download it at the following link

It is a vital tool in learning how to pace yourself so that you can build your capacity up daily, instead of overdoing it and compromising your progress. You can download it at the following link

01/10/2022

Download our latest treatment and injury prevention advice sheet here

Download our latest treatment and injury prevention advice sheet here