"My H-eds physiotherapy journey"

I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous going into my first appointment. My previous experience throughout the years haven't been very encouraging, after being told to just do yoga, walk off the pain, or being handed a leaflet on how to manage the pain through exercises that I could not preform due to how much pain I was in, or the pain that it would cause me afterwards.

After meeting Gillian however, my mind was completely at ease from the second I walked through the door. Not only did she listen intently and understood my difficulties, but she worked with me, allowing me to only do what I could without pushing myself too hard. She advised me on what aids I could use that would ease the pain and help stabilise my joints such as foot arch supports, Kinesiology tape, ice packs, and walking aids. These aids have made such a massive difference to me and my quality of life.

At every appointment she would first ask me how I'd been since she'd last seen me and if I was experiencing pain in a certain area. That's what we would work on that day. Gillian has built up my confidence so much that now no longer see my disability as disabling. Instead, I focus on what I can do, or what I need to do to overcome the challenges I face. I honestly cant thank her enough for everything she has done for me and will miss our appointments.