Improving your health isn’t about doing everything at once. It’s about building the right foundations. At Simpson Physiotherapy, improving overall health means strengthening the systems that support movement, resilience, and performance. Health isn’t just the absence of pain. It’s the ability to move confidently and recover efficiently. Here’s how to build it. Step 1: Prioritize … Read more
Why Autumn Is the Perfect Time to Focus on Balance As the leaves begin to fall and the seasons change, many of us take a moment to reset our routines. For people living with Parkinson’s, autumn brings both opportunities and challenges. The cooler air makes walking outdoors refreshing, but damp paths, uneven pavements, and shorter … Read more
Living with Parkinson’s can bring many changes to the way your body moves, and one of the most noticeable is posture. Many people find themselves leaning forward more, struggling with stiffness, or feeling off balance. These shifts can make everyday tasks—like walking across the room, cooking a meal, or standing in line—feel harder than they … Read more
If you’re living with Parkinson’s, you may have noticed changes in your posture, how steady you feel on your feet, or how fluid your walking feels. These shifts are common and can influence everyday confidence and independence. But the good news? There are practical ways to move better and feel more balanced. At Simpson Physiotherapy, … Read more
In this blog, we’ll address five of the most common questions we hear in the clinic, with answers rooted in experience, honesty, and a deep belief in what’s possible. We’ll also share practical advice on how you can support your movement, balance, and confidence, especially around walking.
Living with Parkinson’s comes with many challenges, from stiffness and mobility issues to balance, fatigue, and speech difficulties. But with the right physiotherapy, movement strategies, and PD Warrior exercises, you can take control of your symptoms and stay independent. In this blog, we explore the biggest challenges of Parkinson’s and the best ways to overcome them
Falls are one of the leading concerns for older adults and individuals with neurological conditions like Parkinson’s Disease or after a stroke. A loss of balance, difficulty walking, and fear of falling can limit independence and significantly impact quality of life. But what if the solution came directly to your door? Home physiotherapy visits offer … Read more
Living with Parkinson’s Disease can feel overwhelming, but there is hope and a powerful tool at your disposal: neuroplasticity. In this blog post, we’ll delve into neuroplasticity, its significance for your life with Parkinson’s, and why it’s so important. What is Neuroplasticity? I know what you’re thinking… Neuroplasti….what now?? Well basically, neuroplasticity is your brain’s … Read more
