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Photos from McArdle Physiotherapy's post 26/06/2026

Shoulder pain isn’t always about strength… often it’s about movement.

One of the biggest things we see with shoulder injuries is a gradual loss of range of motion (ROM). Whether it’s pain, stiffness or simply avoiding certain movements, the shoulder becomes less capable of moving through its full range.

Before we worry about building strength or returning to sport, we need to restore that movement.

By improving shoulder mobility and control, we can:
✅ Reduce pain
✅ Improve function in day-to-day life
✅ Build strength through a full range
✅ Lower the risk of the problem returning

For this patient, who’s a keen golfer, regaining overhead movement and shoulder rotation isn’t just about feeling better it’s about allowing him to produce a smoother, more efficient golf swing. Better movement gives him the potential for improved consistency, better club control and potentially even more distance, all while reducing unnecessary stress on the shoulder.

Every rehabilitation programme should be built around what matters most to the individual. For some that’s lifting the grandchildren. For others it’s getting back on the golf course.

Restore movement first. Then build strength. Then return to doing what you love.

20/06/2026

Runner carrying an injury?

One of the most useful things we can do is watch you run.

Observing your running technique can often highlight factors that may be contributing to your symptoms. With modern technology, we can go a step further, analysing movement in slow motion and capturing details that are easy to miss with the naked eye.

What does that mean for you?

A more accurate assessment, a more targeted rehab plan, and the opportunity to build greater resilience into your training. The goal isn’t just to get you back running, it’s to reduce the risk of the problem returning and help you perform with confidence. 🏃‍♂️💪

30/04/2026

Pain gone? Amazing. Now let’s make sure it stays that way.

Most people stop physio the moment they feel better and then wonder why the same injury keeps coming back.

The secret? Strength and resilience. Building the foundation that keeps you moving, performing, and living life without limits.

This is my favourite phase to work through with patients because this is where the real transformation happens.

If you’re ready to go beyond pain-free, send me a DM and let’s build your next chapter. 👇

21/04/2026

Rehab isn’t just about getting out of pain.

It’s about getting you back to your thing.

For some, that’s the gym.
For others, it’s running.
For this client… it’s golf.

There comes a point where bands and basic exercises aren’t enough.

You need to start moving how you actually move in real life.
Controlled. Gradual. With a clear plan.

That’s how you build trust back in your body.
That’s how you return properly… not just “pain free,” but capable.

If you’re stuck doing the same rehab drills and not getting back to what you enjoy…

Message INFO and we’ll map it out properly.

10/04/2026

This is how rehab looks in the real world.

Not on a bed.
Not in a clinic.
On the driving range.

My client .moves sent me this.
I can pause it, slow it down, break it apart.
Look at how he moves. Where he’s restricted. Where he’s compensating.

From there, we build the plan.

Mobility.
Control.
Strength where it actually matters.

This is the benefit of doing things properly.

Modern tech means you don’t need to wait until your next session to get answers.

We can assess, adjust, and keep you moving forward in real time.

If your swing feels off… or your body just isn’t doing what you want it to whatever your sport or activity then get in touch to get sorted.

Message INFO and we’ll take a look.

05/04/2026

Most people skip this part.

They look for something more advanced… more interesting… more “challenging.”

But this is where the real progress happens.

Getting out of a chair without pain.
Going up stairs without thinking about it.
Feeling stable on one leg again.

It’s not flashy.
But it works.

Done properly, these exercises rebuild strength, control, and confidence in a way that actually carries into everyday life.

If you’re still dealing with pain, weakness, or things just don’t feel right… there’s usually something missing in the basics.

Message me “INFO” and we’ll figure out exactly what you need to move properly again.

20/03/2026

If you need seeing I have some additional appointments available tomorrow (Saturday).
Send a message to get booked in.

12/03/2026

Hip replacement rehab should go far beyond basic exercises.

Once movement and strength start to return, we need to retrain the body to handle load and control force.

In this stage of rehab we’re working on single-leg landing and deceleration.
The goal is to get the glutes doing their job; controlling the hip, stabilising the pelvis and absorbing force when the body lands.

Why is this important?

Because everyday movements involve deceleration and control:
• stepping down stairs
• getting off a kerb
• changing direction when walking
• catching yourself if you lose balance

If we don’t train this, patients may still feel unstable or lack confidence, even if pain has improved.

Rehab should prepare you for real life movement not just exercises on a clinic bed.

If you’ve had a hip replacement or are struggling with recovery after surgery, we can help guide you through each stage of rehab safely and effectively.

📍 McArdle Physiotherapy, Keighley
📩 DM HIP for more information
🔗 Or book your assessment via the link in bio.

03/03/2026

Most people don’t realise they have a strength imbalance.

They just know something “doesn’t feel right”…
Recurring niggles.
One-sided tightness.
Power that isn’t what it used to be.

The problem?
Generic rehab doesn’t expose asymmetry.

At our clinic, we assess properly.
We test.
We identify side-to-side deficits.
Then we programme with precision.

Because if you don’t address the weaker side, you’ll keep compensating — and compensation always catches up with you.

If you want rehab that’s structured, measurable and built around you — book your assessment.

📍 Keighley
📩 DM to enquire or book via the link in bio

15/02/2026

Post-operative rehab is more than time and rest. It’s structured, progressive re-education of the nervous system.

Following major back surgery, this patient presented with reduced sensation in the left foot. Sensory change like this affects balance, proprioception, gait mechanics and ultimately confidence in movement.

In this stage of rehab we’re targeting:
• Controlled weight transfer
• Proprioceptive retraining
• Ankle and hip strategy
• Neuromuscular control under instability

Using unstable surfaces isn’t about making exercises “harder” it’s about improving sensory feedback and restoring functional movement patterns safely and progressively.

Surgery may address the structural issue.
Rehabilitation restores function.

If you’re recovering from back surgery and feel unstable, weak or unsure in your movement, structured rehab matters.

📩 DM REHAB or book via the link in bio to start your recovery properly.

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