Shawe Physio
Herfordshire's premier private healthcare provider, specialising in Physiotherapy and Sports Massage
🔷 Why Strength Training is a Game-Changer for Back Pain 🔷
Research continues to confirm what many physiotherapists already see in clinic – strength training is one of the most effective tools for managing chronic back pain.
A recent 2025 meta-analysis in Scientific Reports found that targeted resistance exercises for the back and core significantly reduced pain levels in people with long-term low back pain. Participants who trained these muscle groups regularly reported better function, less discomfort, and reduced need for pain medication.
At Shawe Physio, we focus on building strength where it matters most. By improving trunk stability and muscle control, we help patients not only reduce pain but also move more confidently and prevent recurrence.
If back pain is limiting your daily life, tailored strength and conditioning could be the key to long-term relief.
Book an assessment today to start your journey towards a stronger, pain-free back. Visit www.shawephysio.com or call us on 01992451849 to arrange your appointment.
02/10/2026
🩵 Helping children move with confidence. 🩵
Paediatric physiotherapy can support children with movement and physical function in a way that is tailored to their individual needs and goals.
Dionne can help with areas including gross and fine motor skills, coordination and balance, postural difficulties, injury management, strength, mobility, movement skills, confidence and participation.
Every child is different, so assessment and rehabilitation are personalised around what matters to them and their family.
📍 Shawe Physio, Hoddesdon
📞 01992 451849
🔗 Book online: shawephysio.connect.tm3app.com
🔵 Finding weight management harder after 40? You’re not imagining it. 🔵
What worked in your 20s and 30s may not work quite the same way now.
As we get older, changes in **muscle mass, hormones, sleep, stress and energy levels** can all play a part in how our bodies respond to food and exercise.
And that means the answer isn’t necessarily to simply **eat less**.
Instead, it may be time to focus on nourishing your body and building habits you can actually maintain.
Some simple places to start:
🥚 Include protein at breakfast
🥗 Build balanced, satisfying meals
⏰ Don’t wait until you’re starving to eat
🏋️ Include strength training alongside walking and other exercise
😴 Make sleep a priority
💚 Aim for consistency, not perfection
Our latest blog takes a closer look at **why weight management can become harder after 40 — and what you can do differently.**
👉 Read the full article on the Shawe Physio website. https://www.shawephysio.com/why-weight-management-gets-harder-after-40-why-its-not-just-about-eating-less/
If you’d like personalised support with nutrition, weight management, perimenopause or menopause, blood sugar health or creating healthier habits, our Wellbeing Coach Sophie is here to help.
📞 01992 451849
📍 Shawe Physio, Hoddesdon
30/09/2026
Had surgery and wondering what comes next?
Post-operative rehabilitation can help bridge the gap between the early stages of recovery and getting back to the activities that matter to you.
Nick provides individual physiotherapy programmes aimed at rebuilding strength, mobility, confidence and function following surgery.
Whether your goal is walking comfortably, managing stairs, returning to work, getting back into the gym or returning to sport, your rehabilitation should be built around you and progressed as you recover.
📍 Shawe Physio, Hoddesdon
Book online at https://shawephysio.connect.tm3app.com/book/physiotherapy/initial_assessment or call us on 01992 451849.
20/09/2026
💙 FINAL DAYS — 50% OFF INITIAL PHYSIO ASSESSMENTS 💙
There’s still time to take advantage of our September welcome offer with Dionne Jules at Shawe Physio.
Throughout September, we’re offering 50% OFF an initial physiotherapy assessment with Dionne — but the offer is nearly over.
Dionne specialises in adult and children’s musculoskeletal physiotherapy, with experience treating:
🔷Children and young people
🔷Sports injuries
🔷Orthopaedic and post-operative rehabilitation
🔷Strength, mobility and return to activity
Dionne has worked within Milton Keynes University Hospital and private MSK practice, including as a Children’s Specialist Physiotherapist, and also brings experience as a Personal Trainer and Clinical Pilates Instructor.
If you’ve been meaning to get an injury assessed — or your child needs help with a musculoskeletal problem — this is a great time to book.
50% OFF your initial assessment with Dionne
Final days of the September offer
Book now before the offer ends.
Email: [email protected]
Call: 01992 451849
Book online: https://shawephysio.connect.tm3app.com
💙 WELCOME TO THE TEAM, DIONNE! 💙
We’re delighted to welcome our newest Physio, PT & Clinical Pilates instructor Dionne to the team! 🎉
Dionne brings experience in both adult and children’s physiotherapy, having worked within Milton Keynes University Hospital as well as private musculoskeletal practice. She has worked as both an Adult and Children’s Specialist Physiotherapist, treating a wide range of musculoskeletal, orthopaedic and post-operative conditions.
🔷 PAEDIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPY
Dionne particularly enjoys working with children and young people, helping them recover from injuries, manage musculoskeletal conditions and build the strength, mobility and confidence they need to get back to the activities they love.
🔷 SPORTS, MSK & REHABILITATION
Dionne also has a particular interest in lower-limb rehabilitation and the relationship between the foot, ankle, knee and hip. Her areas of practice include:
• Adult & children’s musculoskeletal physiotherapy
• Sports injuries
• Lower-limb rehabilitation
• Orthopaedic & post-operative rehabilitation
• Back pain
• Strength, mobility & progressive rehabilitation
With a background as a Personal Trainer and Clinical Pilates Instructor, Dionne combines her physiotherapy expertise with a strong understanding of exercise and movement. Her patient-centred approach blends hands-on treatment, education and progressive exercise to help patients take an active role in their recovery.
⭐ SEPTEMBER WELCOME OFFER — 50% OFF ⭐
To celebrate Dionne joining the team, we’re offering 50% OFF initial physiotherapy assessments booked with Dionne throughout September.
Whether it’s an injury that’s keeping your child away from their favourite sport, a post-operative rehabilitation programme, or a musculoskeletal problem that’s stopping you from moving at your best, Dionne is here to help.
Offer available throughout September — book your initial assessment with Dionne and receive 50% off.
📨 [email protected]
📞 01992 451849
🌐 https://shawephysio.connect.tm3app.com/
Shawe Physio Herfordshire's premier private healthcare provider, specialising in Physiotherapy and Sports Massage
🔷Clinician Spotlight: Meet Nick Houghton 🔷
Nick is one of our brilliant physiotherapists at Shawe Physio, bringing experience across musculoskeletal physiotherapy, orthopaedic rehabilitation and sports injury management.
Having worked as a Senior Physiotherapist in traumatic and elective orthopaedics, Nick has extensive experience helping people through pre- and post-operative rehabilitation and getting them back to the activities that matter to them.
Sport is a big part of Nick’s life both inside and outside the clinic. Alongside working with sports teams and supporting athletes through injury and rehabilitation, Nick is a keen golfer and badminton player — and has represented Great Britain at both junior and senior level in Ultimate Frisbee!
His approach combines exercise, hands-on treatment and practical rehabilitation, always focused on helping you build confidence and work towards your individual goals.
And when he’s not treating patients or playing sport? You’ll probably find him tackling a puzzle or building Lego.
Say hello to Nick next time you’re in the clinic!
27/07/2026
Elbow pain stopping you from enjoying golf, tennis or even everyday tasks?
Whether it's **Tennis Elbow** or **Golfer's Elbow**, understanding the difference is the first step towards effective treatment and preventing it from coming back.
In our latest blog, our expert physiotherapists explain:
✅ The key symptoms
✅ Common causes
✅ Self-help tips
✅ How physiotherapy can help you recover
Read the full blog here 👉 https://www.shawephysio.com/golfers-elbow-vs-tennis-elbow/
If you're struggling with persistent elbow pain, contact Shawe Physio today to book an assessment and get back to doing what you love.
01992 451849
[email protected]
Golfers Elbow Vs Tennis Elbow Elbow pain can make everyday activities such as lifting, typing, gardening, DIY or playing sport surprisingly difficult. Two of the most common causes are Golfer’s Elbow and Tennis Elbow. Despite their names, you don’t have to play golf or tennis to develop either condition. What is the differen...
06/07/2026
Strong Bones. Stronger You.
If you’ve been diagnosed with OSTEOPOROSIS or OSTEOPENIA, the right exercise will be one of the most important investments you make in your future health.
Research shows that appropriately prescribed progressive resistance training can help:
• Build muscle mass and strength
• Maintain and improve bone density
• Improve balance and confidence
• Reduce the risk of falls
• Support long-term independence
At Shawe Physio, our Personal Trainer will work to create safe, individualised strength programmes based on your medical history, current fitness and goals.
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, have experienced a fracture, or simply want to stay active and independent for years to come, we’ll help you build strength with confidence.
Because stronger muscles don’t just help you lift more—they help protect your bones.
Book your Personal Training session to start mproving your bone health today, with our 50% "summer of health" discount on your first session if completed before the end of July.
[email protected]
01992 451849
https://shawephysio.connect.tm3app.com/
28/06/2026
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