Helping you keep as active as possible
At Willen Hospice we are committed to supporting you to keep active, and to do things that you enjoy.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy helps you build on or maintain your physical strength and activity levels so that you can be more independent, have better wellbeing and optimise your quality of life.
When diagnosed with a life limiting illness, it can be hard to know how much or what types of physical activity you should be doing and how to negotiate some of the difficulties you may come across.
By finding out what is important to you, Physiotherapists work with you, your loved ones and a multi-professional team to provide you with specialist knowledge and skills. We will empower you to work towards your goals.
Physiotherapy can help with some of the symptoms of a condition, such as breathlessness, pain and reduced strength, help you maximise or maintain your mobility, improve your confidence and has many more benefits!
Physiotherapy is available to inpatients, outpatients and as part of The Living Well Programme at Willen Hospice. This could be in the form of a personalised exercise plan, education, advice and individual or group sessions.
Here is some useful advice about staying active
Watch a video on Coping With Breathlessness
Watch a video demonstrating Seated Exercises
In this video we present a series of Standing Exercises for you to do in the comfort of your own home. Here are more resources to keep you healthy and active. If you need advice, please call our Physiotherapy team on 01908 663636.
Resources and links
NHS Advice on activity for older people
Advice from the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
Macmillan Advice on Physical Activity for people with cancer
