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With decades of experience treating ligament injuries, shoulder, neck pain, shin splints, hamstring strains and other common sports injuries, the sports injury physiotherapy team here at Flex Health knows that rest alone isn't always enough to get patients back to full fitness.

Common Sports Injuries and How Physiotherapy Can Help

10 September 2026

Whether you play football on a Sunday morning, train for your next half marathon, or turn out for your local rugby club, injury is...

Discover why cerebral palsy physiotherapy is so beneficial for children and adults alike, and how the team at Flex Health can help.

How Physiotherapy Helps with Cerebral Palsy

1 September 2026

Cerebral palsy is the most common motor disability in childhood, yet many families only have a partial understanding of what the condition means for...

At Flex Health, our neurological or parkinsons physiotherapy team designs effective Parkinson's physiotherapy programmes – which can include tai chi-based exercise – to relieve symptoms and improve a person's ability to move, with growing evidence supporting their effectiveness.

What to Expect from Parkinson’s Physiotherapy

24 August 2026

A Parkinson’s diagnosis raises a lot of questions, and one of the first is usually about movement: what’s going to change, and what can...

Regular HAVS Assessments help employers monitor vibration levels, identify potential health risks, such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and implement measures to minimise exposure, including the use of personal protective equipment, while managing both hand-arm vibration and whole-body vibration risk within the workplace.

HAVS Assessments: Legal Requirements, Risk Levels & What to Expect

23 June 2026

For many employers operating within construction, manufacturing, engineering, utilities, grounds maintenance and other high-risk industries, vibration exposure is an unavoidable part of daily operations....

At Flex Health, our specialist neurological physiotherapists provide personalised neurological physiotherapy programmes from our clinic settings and through community-based rehabilitation, offering expert advice and support whether patients are self-referred or following a referral from another healthcare professional.

Neurological Physiotherapy: Conditions We Treat and How Rehabilitation Can Help

16 June 2026

Neurological physiotherapy plays a vital role in helping people regain movement, improve independence, and enhance their quality of life following injury or diagnosis of...

Occupational health management referrals are a valuable occupational health service, helping occupational health managers and employers make informed decisions around workplace health, Equality Act responsibilities, and potential suitable alternative duties, while recognising that some employees may choose to self refer in the first instance for additional support and guidance.

What Is an Occupational Health Management Referral – and When Should You Use One?

9 June 2026

Managing employee health can be one of the most challenging responsibilities facing employers, HR teams and line managers. Whether an employee is experiencing difficulties...

Through our specialist stroke rehabilitation services, Flex Health is the leading provider of occupational health and physiotherapy in Yorkshire, helping patients and carers assess recovery, review progress against rehabilitation goals, and access evidence-based rehab programmes supported by advanced equipment and current clinical guideline recommendations.

How Long Does Stroke Rehabilitation Take?

2 June 2026

A stroke can change a person’s life in an instant. From physical movement and communication difficulties to changes in cognitive ability and emotional wellbeing,...

Physiotherapy After a Brain Injury: What to Expect

1 May 2026

Physiotherapy After a Brain Injury: What to Expect A brain injury can be life-changing – not only for the individual affected, but also for...

Our physiotherapy clinic in Sheffield delivers trusted Sheffield physiotherapy services to patients across South Yorkshire.

Sheffield Physiotherapy Services: Flex Health’s 2025 Impact & Review

11 February 2026

2025 has been a defining year for Flex Health’s Sheffield physiotherapy services. What began as a carefully planned local clinic has grown rapidly into...

Our occupational health services support employers with structured absence management strategies designed to reduce sickness absence, protect employee health, and support workforce productivity.

Flex Health’s Occupational Health Services: 2025 Year in Review

4 February 2026

2025 was a landmark year for Flex Health. Over the past twelve months, our occupational health services experienced unprecedented growth, national expansion, and increased...

Research into Parkinson’s disease and physiotherapy, including multiple randomised controlled trials, highlights how a tailored exercise program can benefit people with Parkinson’s and related disorders.

Parkinson’s Disease and Physiotherapy: How Specialised Treatment Improves Mobility and Quality of Life

21 January 2026

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, balance, coordination, and everyday function. While it is most commonly associated with tremor, Parkinson’s...

From ankle sprains and shin splints to overload of the knee joint, common gym injuries in January often develop when training intensity increases too quickly - but with the right approach, early physiotherapy can help relieve pain and get you back to exercising safely.

Common Gym Injuries in January: Prevention, Treatment & When to See a Physiotherapist

8 January 2026

January is one of the busiest months of the year for gyms across the UK. Memberships surge, routines restart, and motivation is high. But...