Action First Physiotherapy at the Old Girls' School

28/08/2026

We are closed bank holiday Monday 31st August. If you need to contact us please leave a message or drop us an email and we will get back to you when we return. We open as usual on Tuesday 1st September.
Enjoy the Bank holiday 🌞🏖

26/08/2026

Wishing a very happy birthday to our clinical lead physiotherapist and chief technology expert James !!
We hope you have a lovely day doing what you do best 😀

24/08/2026

If you have been into our Snaith clinic over the past few months you will have noticed we have been having a bit of a refresh with decorating , new flooring and new signage. We also had a new meet the team board added. This made us think, not everyone attends our Snaith clinic so we thought we would do a weekly meet the team section on our page to introduce you to everyone who works with us.
Look out for our new Meet the team Monday posts!

The meet the team board was designed by Iris Graphics Ltd

21/08/2026

Have you got pain in the soles of your feet? Especially first thing in the morning and when weight bearing for periods of time? Is it stopping you from taking part in your daily routine?
Physiotherapy can help ease the symptoms and allow healing to occur.
Booking a physiotherapy assessment as a first point of contact is a step in the right direction!
Traditional physiotherapy methods such as stretching, strengthening, hands on interventions and advice may be enough to resolve your pain.
If your problem has been lingering for more than 3 months, shockwave therapy is an alternative option, especially if first line treatments haven't worked.
Shockwave therapy helps plantar fasciitis by stimulating healing in damaged tissue, increasing blood flow, and reducing pain signals.
💥 How Shockwave Therapy Works
Stimulates tissue repair: High‑energy sound waves are directed into the heel, which encourages the plantar fascia to heal by increasing cellular activity.
Improves blood flow: The acoustic energy boosts circulation in the area, helping the body repair chronic inflammation.
Reduces pain signalling: Shockwaves disrupt nerve activity that sends pain signals, often giving relief after a 3-6 sessions.
Breaks down scar tissue: Long‑term plantar fasciitis can cause thickened, stiff tissue; shockwave helps remodel it over time.
Non‑invasive alternative to surgery: No injections, no anaesthetic, and minimal downtime.
🦶 Why It’s Used for Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic cases: lasted for 3-6 months + and hasn’t improved with stretching, orthotics, or rest.
Targets the root cause: Instead of masking pain, it encourages the fascia to heal at the tissue level.
Quick sessions: Usually 3–4 sessions, about 20–30 minutes each.
⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind
Not instant relief: Improvement often builds over weeks as tissue heals.
Mild soreness is common: Some people feel temporary discomfort after treatment.
Success rates are encouraging: Many patients report reduced pain and better function, especially in chronic cases.
You can find out more about shockwave therapy and view a video on our website
https://www.actionfirstphysio.co.uk/.../shockwave-therapy/ See less

Shockwave Therapy is an evidence based treatment that involves passing low energy pressure waves into damaged tissues to increase blood flow.

19/08/2026

Alison's edit now available from our Snaith clinic or you can order online here https://tropicskincare.com/kirsteendeakin

£84 of skin care essentials for just £58 !! What are you waiting for?

11/08/2026

We have reached our initial target of £1000 for glioblastoma research!!!
Well done to Emily and Neave for all their hard work at the cake sales and a huge thank you to everyone who donated.

Help Emily and Neave raise money to support University of Liverpool

02/08/2026

We regularly update the news section of our website with articles about how physiotherapy can help various problems. Here's our latest article from Camilla.

Are you a keen gardener? Or do you have an allotment? Are you new to the game or an old hat at growing your courgettes? Are you suffering from aches and pains during or after you've been digging or weeding? If this is you, then read on...

23/07/2026

I have a couple of appointments available Tomorrow Friday 24th July for facials at our clinic at Old Girls' School Community Centre, Sherburn In Elmet
The special offer is still running until the end of July £18 for a 30 minute facial or £32 for a 1 hour facial with shoulder and scalp massage.
You can book on line here https://www.actionfirstphysio.co.uk/online-booking-form/
or contact reception on 01405 949134.

20/07/2026

Working a desk or driving job can result in neck, shoulder and back pain from incorrect seating, desk and screen height or driving posture. Here is some advice from Adrian.
If your company provides a health package as part of your contract you may be able to use this to arrange physiotherapy. We accept all major private health such as Bupa, Aviva, Axa, Vitality, WPA and more. We also offer work station assessments on site at your workplace.
Contact us via our website https://www.actionfirstphysio.co.uk/enquire-now/
or call reception on 01405 949134 for more information

18/07/2026

The summer holiday season is upon us and while it is most welcome, it can also come with its problems. When we are on holiday we tend to do activities that we don't normally do. Be it sitting on a long haul flight or taking part in activities like snorkelling, Jet skiing, paragliding etc. When we aren't used to doing certain physical movements it can end up causing a range of MSK problems.
If you are planning an active holiday why not book in for some advice and a pre holiday massage to get those muscles prepared?
Take a look at our website https://www.actionfirstphysio.co.uk/
or
Contact reception on 01405 949134 to book an appointment