Holcombe Health Clinic

03/08/2026

Join Geraldine Penfold to take a moment to unwind in this lovely relaxation and breathwork class. The ideal class to help you reduce stress, calm the mind, improve sleep and restore balance to your wellbeing.

Next class: Thursday 6 August, 6.15-7.45pm
£15 bookable online on website

See you on Thursday ☺️

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

20/07/2026

Are you struggling with an ankle sprain? Need help returning to normal everyday activities?

Please call the clinic on 01634 817242 and we can help you find a suitable appointment for an assessment with one of our therapists ☺️

17/07/2026

A little reminder of the loveliness and benefits of an Indian head massage with Geraldine.

16/07/2026

Getting you back to doing what you love, providing a treatment programme and solution which gives long-term relief, is at the heart of everything we do here at Holcombe Health Clinic.

Which means this feedback is always so positive to hear and is much appreciated.

If you are struggling with an injury or pain, please do get in touch on 01634 817242.

16/07/2026

Happy happy birthday to lovely Geraldine Penfold, who covers all things relaxation, reflexology and Indian head massage in the clinic.

Hope you are having a relaxing day in the sunshine.

16/07/2026

Today we are focusing on rotator cuff injury, an injury involving damage to the group of muscles and tendons that stabilise the shoulder joint, which allow for a wider range of movement and help with shoulder rotation and lifting. Rotator cuff injuries are common in athletes who perform overhead motions, as well as in individuals who experience wear and tear with age. Symptoms typically include shoulder pain, weakness and difficulty lifting the arm.

How we treat a rotator cuff injury :

Our physiotherapist will carry out a shoulder and thoracic (upper back) assessment with the necessary treatment to restore normal movement as well as the release of tight soft tissues where necessary. We will also provide education on posture, show the correct positioning of the scapula and provide relevant lifestyle advice.

Treatment for any possible trauma could include:

- Massage
- Acupuncture
- Ultrasound
- Cupping
- Taping to support weakness and correct setting of shoulder position
- Exercise rehab to strengthen shoulder and maintain good posture

If you are struggling with persistent rotator cuff pain, please give us a call on 01634 817242.

We would love to be able to help.

06/07/2026

Shin splints or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome is a condition characterised by pain along the inner edge of the shinbone (tibia).

Shin splints involve inflammation of the shin bone (tibia) due to overuse, often from running or high-impact sports. This causes tenderness along the inner shin and may include mild swelling. Bone stress injuries are common when training begins or physical activity increases too quickly. The tibialis anterior muscle pulls on the shin, potentially causing inflammation and pain. Initially, the pain may stop after exercise but can become continuous and lead to a stress fracture if untreated.

How we treat shin splints
The first stage is to work out a likely diagnosis. If there is any question of a stress fracture then it is essential that you undergo a thorough assessment by a qualified health professional - you may need an x-ray, MRI or bone scan. If in doubt, get it checked out! A detailed physiotherapy assessment will help identify a cause and treatment tailored to your needs.

Presuming there is not a stress fracture (as this may be managed differently), physiotherapy management may include:
- Soft tissue release of the calf and sometimes tibialis anterior (the main muscle at the front of the shin).
- Restoring flexibility, strength and stability of the lower leg muscles and foot with a programme of home exercises developed for your needs.
- Taping for support.
- Plenty of advice with regards to training frequency, intensity, running surface, foot wear and utilising cross-training.

Much of the rehab and treatment focuses on reducing the load on the affected part of the bone. We can guide you in returning to running and when to start strength and flexibility work. If you are struggling with persistent shin pain, please give us a call on 01634 817242.

We would love to be able to help.

29/06/2026

Tennis elbow is a condition characterised by pain and inflammation on the outside of the elbow.

The pain may range from mild discomfort when you move your arm to constant pain that can affect your sleep. It may be worse when:
- lifting or bending your arm
- gripping objects
- moving your wrist

Other symptoms of tennis elbow include:
- tenderness or swelling in your elbow
- pain in your forearm
- difficulty fully straightening your arm

We treat by first trying to ascertain the cause of the pain first involving assessing the body holistically. In an assessment for tennis elbow, we look at the upper body and any neural (nerve) dysfunction, which may be causing the muscles in the forearm to tighten and possibly weaken. Treatments include a variety of:
- Thoracic mobilisations
- Costovertebral mobilisations
- Neck muscles soft tissue massage and stretching
- Mobilising first rib
- Friction massage elbow extensor attachments
- Soft tissue therapy forearm muscles
- Myofascial release
- Acupuncture
- Ultrasound
- Eccentric loading exercises for home exercise

Once we have created a better posture and increased movement, the biomechanical function of the elbow should improve.

If you are experiencing similar symptoms, please call the clinic on 01634 817242 to discuss further or to book an initial assessment.