Tennis elbow might sound like an injury that only happens to athletes, but anyone who spends time gripping tools, typing, gardening, or lifting can experience it. Ignoring it isn’t the solution, because you’ll quickly notice that the pain doesn’t go away—instead, it...
Newport Physio & Health Blog
The Key Signs You’ve Torn or Strained Your Calf
Whether you’re running, jumping, or simply walking along normally, calf pain can stop you in your tracks. Is it something to be worried about? Is it a tear? Is it a strain? What do I do? Who can I ask? Understanding what’s wrong and whether it’s a tear or a strain is...
Acute vs Chronic Back Pain: When to See a Physio in Newport
Back pain can strike suddenly or build up slowly over time, leaving you unsure whether to rest, keep moving, or seek professional help. At Newport Physio & Health, we provide expert physio for back pain, supporting you through both short-term flare-ups and ongoing...
Top 5 Climbing Injuries and How a Climbing Physio Helps
The art of climbing challenges strength, focus, and resilience, while also placing unique demands on your body. So, when climbing injuries strike, working with a climbing physio means you’re guided by someone who understands the sport, the movements, and the mindset....
Sciatica 101—What You Need to Know
Sciatica is a common condition that can interfere with your ability to work, exercise, and enjoy daily life. It occurs when the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back and all the way down your legs, becomes irritated or compressed. Symptoms can range from mild...
Why Every Dancer Needs a Dance Physio on Their Team
Dance is an incredible mix of strength, flexibility, and artistry - but it also places unique demands on the body. Minor technique errors, overtraining, or a lack of conditioning can quickly lead to pain or injury. That's where dance physio comes in - it's not just...
How a Women’s Health Physio Can Help With Bladder Dysfunction (and Why You Shouldn’t Ignore It)
If you've ever leaked when you laughed, rushed to the bathroom too often, or struggled to fully empty your bladder, you’re not alone. Bladder issues are common at every age, but they are not something you should simply "put up with". The good news? They are highly...
Your Guide to Shoulder Pain Therapy in Newport: Rotator Cuff Tear vs Frozen Shoulder
Most people can tolerate pain or stiffness in their shoulder for a few days, but when it persists, worsens and begins to interfere with their daily life, they quickly seek answers. At Newport Physio and Health, we specialise in shoulder pain therapy. We help you...
The Real Truth About Back Pain and Recovery
Back pain can be frustrating, especially when it never seems to go away completely —disrupting your sleep, work, and everyday life. As experienced back pain physiotherapists in Redcliffe, we understand that back pain, whether it’s present all the time or comes and...
When To Seek Help from a Psychologist
We all get down from time to time. Usually, we can get out from under the dark clouds with a little time and feel as normal as possible so that we can carry on and not get bogged down with negative issues. However, there are times when the negatives seem too great to...
Warmup Routines for Injury Prevention
If you engage in regular physical activity, the best way to reduce your risk of injury is with warm-up routines. The warm-up routines run close to ten minutes and include a few elements. Typically, there is some stretching and other movements intended to increase...
Celebrating Seniors & Healthy Ageing Around the World!
Every year on the last Wednesday of May, people across the globe come together to recognise the value of senior health, movement, and well-being. It's more than just a day—it’s a worldwide reminder that staying active, eating well, and supporting our elders matters in...








