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Issue 18: The Pain vs Your Brain

Issue 18: The Pain vs Your Brain

Issue 18: The Pain vs Your Brain

Have you ever wondered why you can almost ‘switch off’ your pain or ‘forget about it’? Keep reading.

Mar 6, 20242 min read

Five shield service.

"I was very pleased with my appointment. Rosie explained everything in great detail and sent me an exercise plan the same day. She also did a great massage of my knee."

S. Lane, January 2025

Latest posts

It’s that time again! Please note that we will operating on limited hours during the Christmas period. 🌲

⏰ Book ahead now before we clock off for the year.

www.shieldsportstherapy.co.uk

It’s that time again! Please note that we will operating on limited hours during the Christmas period. 🌲

⏰ Book ahead now before we clock off for the year.

www.shieldsportstherapy.co.uk

THERAPY EXPO 2025, YOU DELIVERED!! ✨

10hrs in a 27s reel 👀

The most intense yet valuable two days we’ve both had in a long time.

Learning more, speaking a tonne of incredible companies!

Chatted with the @uk_sta on changes to the industry

Walked past the legendary @bodymaster.method (got a bit shy didn’t I)

Talks about everything from scaling your clinic @__klatch @thrivebusinesscoaching

Debates on industry changes

I’m fried but my goodness is there excitement to come.

Thank you @therapy_expo 🚀

#therapyexpo2025 #sportstherapy #physiotherapy #smallbusinessowner #somerset

THERAPY EXPO 2025, YOU DELIVERED!! ✨

10hrs in a 27s reel 👀

The most intense yet valuable two days we’ve both had in a long time.

Learning more, speaking a tonne of incredible companies!

Chatted with the @uk_sta on changes to the industry

Walked past the legendary @bodymaster.method (got a bit shy didn’t I)

Talks about everything from scaling your clinic @__klatch @thrivebusinesscoaching

Debates on industry changes

I’m fried but my goodness is there excitement to come.

Thank you @therapy_expo 🚀

#therapyexpo2025 #sportstherapy #physiotherapy #smallbusinessowner #somerset

As the temperature drops, the chance of injury shoots up 🚀

Here are some tips on how to look after them this winter.

1. Get outside 🌲
2. Prioritise fuelling your body & drinking enough 💦
3. Saunas 🔥 - local spots to us @wildcatsauna @wildshedsauna ✨

#sportsinjuries #rehab #sportstherapy #injuryrecovery #wintertips #somerset #fromesportstherapy #frome

As the temperature drops, the chance of injury shoots up 🚀

Here are some tips on how to look after them this winter.

1. Get outside 🌲
2. Prioritise fuelling your body & drinking enough 💦
3. Saunas 🔥 - local spots to us @wildcatsauna @wildshedsauna ✨

#sportsinjuries #rehab #sportstherapy #injuryrecovery #wintertips #somerset #fromesportstherapy #frome

It’s been a while since we mic’d up a patients treatment 🎙️

Today’s victim was @charliemartin134 - what a trooper he was!! Pec releases are not for the weak 🥲🥲

Patient consented to filming ✅

Feel like you need one of these sessions? Get yourself booked during these colder months!!

#sportstherapy #sportsmassage #weightlifter #sportsinjuries #somerset #smallbusinessowner #fromesportstherapy

It’s been a while since we mic’d up a patients treatment 🎙️

Today’s victim was @charliemartin134 - what a trooper he was!! Pec releases are not for the weak 🥲🥲

Patient consented to filming ✅

Feel like you need one of these sessions? Get yourself booked during these colder months!!

#sportstherapy #sportsmassage #weightlifter #sportsinjuries #somerset #smallbusinessowner #fromesportstherapy

Thinking about booking in but waiting for the ‘right’ time?

There’s no right time when it comes to putting yourself first.

Especially not waiting until 2026. ⏳

It’s time to smash your goals. 🏅

We’re here and we’re ready whenever you are.

🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

#sportstherapy #physiotherapy #sportsinjuryclinic #backpain #somerset #rehab #newgoals

Thinking about booking in but waiting for the ‘right’ time?

There’s no right time when it comes to putting yourself first.

Especially not waiting until 2026. ⏳

It’s time to smash your goals. 🏅

We’re here and we’re ready whenever you are.

🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

#sportstherapy #physiotherapy #sportsinjuryclinic #backpain #somerset #rehab #newgoals

Has a previous injury left you feeling like Bambi on ice? Or are you just a bit wobbly on your feet?

These tests are a great way of challenging your balance‼️

• Tandem stance
• 2 to 1 foot on a balance board or rolled up towel
• Star balance test both clockwise + anticlockwise
• Hopping drills - 2 to 1

Let us know if you found these helpful 👌🏼

#sportstherapy #sportsinjuries #rehab #ankleinjuries #somerset #smallbusinessowner #frome

Has a previous injury left you feeling like Bambi on ice? Or are you just a bit wobbly on your feet?

These tests are a great way of challenging your balance‼️

• Tandem stance
• 2 to 1 foot on a balance board or rolled up towel
• Star balance test both clockwise + anticlockwise
• Hopping drills - 2 to 1

Let us know if you found these helpful 👌🏼

#sportstherapy #sportsinjuries #rehab #ankleinjuries #somerset #smallbusinessowner #frome

Do you know someone who won’t stop complaining about their back? Perhaps a loved one with unhappy knees who never puts themselves first?

Our gift cards are the perfect treat. Now available for all of our services at any time.

Birthdays 🎂, Christmas 🎄, Anniversaries 🎊 or even just a kind gesture. 🤗

🎁 Give a gift someone will truly thank you for! 🎁

Available to purchase online as an e-voucher. ✉️

https://www.shieldsportstherapy.co.uk/gift-cards

Do you know someone who won’t stop complaining about their back? Perhaps a loved one with unhappy knees who never puts themselves first?

Our gift cards are the perfect treat. Now available for all of our services at any time.

Birthdays 🎂, Christmas 🎄, Anniversaries 🎊 or even just a kind gesture. 🤗

🎁 Give a gift someone will truly thank you for! 🎁

Available to purchase online as an e-voucher. ✉️

https://www.shieldsportstherapy.co.uk/gift-cards

Ever wondered what a clinic owner gets up to? Here’s a snippet into my day yesterday…

No day is ever the same and that’s what makes it fun!

#sportstherapy #clinicowner #smallbusinessowner #sportsinjuries #rehab #frome #somerset

Ever wondered what a clinic owner gets up to? Here’s a snippet into my day yesterday…

No day is ever the same and that’s what makes it fun!

#sportstherapy #clinicowner #smallbusinessowner #sportsinjuries #rehab #frome #somerset

Feeling like your age is getting the better of you?

You’re not alone.

Although we can’t stop the process, we can definitely make it easier. ⏱️

It’s time to not let your age get the better of you!

A new blog post is now live and we’re here to help. 💪🏻

#sportstherapy #physiotherapy #frome #fromephysiotherapy #backpain

Feeling like your age is getting the better of you?

You’re not alone.

Although we can’t stop the process, we can definitely make it easier. ⏱️

It’s time to not let your age get the better of you!

A new blog post is now live and we’re here to help. 💪🏻

#sportstherapy #physiotherapy #frome #fromephysiotherapy #backpain

Not sure on who to pick when you’re booking in us? 🧐

Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

We’ve put together a simple guide to help you navigate which practitioner might suit you. 🔍

Still not sure? Feel free to get in touch with us for further guidance.

#physiotherapy #sportstherapy #physiotherapyvssportstherapy #injuries #sportsinjuries #injuryrehab #somerset #physiotherapyfrome #sportstherapyfrome

Not sure on who to pick when you’re booking in us? 🧐

Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

We’ve put together a simple guide to help you navigate which practitioner might suit you. 🔍

Still not sure? Feel free to get in touch with us for further guidance.

#physiotherapy #sportstherapy #physiotherapyvssportstherapy #injuries #sportsinjuries #injuryrehab #somerset #physiotherapyfrome #sportstherapyfrome

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