Our ‘Activ Dragons’ Prepare To Unleash Their ‘Paddle Power’ In Aid Of The Children’s Hospital Charity
We are excited to announce that we will be taking part in Theo’s Dragon Boat Race on 2nd June… Read on to find out more…
How Physios Can Treat The Challenging Issues Faced By Young Sports Athletes
How Physios Can Treat The Challending Issues Faced By Young Sports Athleres
Giving Aches the Eco-Touch! Our NEW Partnership with Movewell!
Exciting News! Activ is proud to announce its new partnership with eco-friendly and sustainable brand Movewell…
The Role of Physiotherapy in Managing Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Our Women’s Health Specialist, Suvarna, takes us through the symptoms, risk factors and treatment for Pelvic organ prolapse.
The Benefits of Keeping Warm & Active Throughout the Colder Months
Georgina takes us through the benefits of keeping active during the cooler months and how inactivity can reduce overall joint mobility, muscle strength and flexibility
Sujay Enjoys Some Mumbai Magic and Mouthwatering Meatballs
Throughout November and December, Sujay took a well-deserved extended holiday with his family in Mumbai, India. Read on to find out what he got up to back home…
A Patient Profile - Why A Low-Impact Sport has Bowled Harriet Over
3 years ago at 34, Harriet took up bowls after participating in a wide range of sporting activities from football, taekwondo and long-distance running throughout her teens and twenties. Later diagnosed with bilateral hip impingement, Harriet and our Director Andy, take us through her experience and her treatment…
Case Study: Shockwave for Achilles Tendonitis
In our first Case Study, Sujay takes us through the benefits of regular Shockwave therapy for a swollen Tendo-Achilles
Coming Soon! “Activ Physio Kids” - Our New Clinic For Young Sports Players
From the end of December, Activ will be launching “Activ Physio Kids”. Our new clinic service will help your sporty, injured child receive the right treatment, exercises and recovery plan to enable then to return to whatever sport they love and play…
Read on to find out more!
It’s Official - Sujay’s a Keeper!
We are thrilled to announce that Sujay has been granted his UK work visa allowing him to live and work in this country as a full-time Activ physiotherapist!
Debbie’s Top 10 Marathon Tips
Having recently completed the Chicago Marathon our Totley based Sports Massage Therapist, Debbie Grayson, has pulled together her top tips for preparing for a Marathon…
Debbie’s Flown Back From “The Windy City” After Completing Her World Major Marathon No 3!
We are all so proud of our Sports Massage Therapist Debbie who completed the Chicago Marathon in three hours, 38 minutes and 33 seconds on Sunday 8th October 2023!
Read our blog to find out more about her incredible achievement….
We Celebrate our Lovely Lorna’s 10 Years at Activ!
We cannot believe it but this month (October) marks a milestone for Lorna who is celebrating 10 years with Activ! See some of the lovely comments from staff after we presented Lorna with flowers and gifts …
Rob’s Smashes His “Run 60 Miles in September” Fundraising Target!
When Rob hasn’t been busy treating patients, he’s been running a Sheffield hill or two as part of his “Run 60 Miles in September” and raising money for Cancer Research UK
How Can IASTM Help You?
One of our Physiotherapists, Sujay, takes us through the benefits of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM)…
Empowering New Mums Through Antenatal And Postnatal Physiotherapy
Women’s health is a cornerstone of overall wellbeing and nowhere is this more evident than during the transformative phases of pregnancy and postpartum. As we embark on this journey, we proudly introduce ACTIV PHYSIO WOMEN, our Women’s Health Physiotherapy Clinic, aimed at promoting optimal health and wellness for expectant and new mothers.
Acupuncture - What’s the Point?
Many of you will have heard about Acupuncture and have different opinions on whether or not it is for you… Our experienced Physiotherapist, Helen Marsden, takes us through the benefits of Acupuncture…
The History of Physiotherapy
Have you ever wondered how physiotherapy began? Our Direct and Physiotherapist, Georgina Hollinrake, takes us through the history of physiotherapy….
When Physiotherapists Are Alerted by 'Red Flags'
When we think of physiotherapists, we often associate them with treating back and neck pain, sports injuries, tight muscles and improving mobility… however we are also adept at identifying serious underlying health conditions that may go unnoticed or undiagnosed…
Andy takes us through when physiotherapists are alerted by “Red Flags”
The Biopsychosocial Approach
Georgina Hollinrake, our Director & Lead Physiotherapist, at Hope Clinic explains why here at Activ we like to get all your details. You may wonder why we ask so many questions about your issue… Well here’s why!