Possible Physiotherapy Ltd

25/08/2026

Circumduction gait is a compensatory walking pattern where the affected leg swings outward in a semicircular motion to help clear the foot from the ground.

📌 Commonly seen with:
• Limited knee flexion
• Leg-length discrepancy
• Weakness or stiffness affecting limb clearance

Key point: leg swings outward to clear the ground.

21/06/2026

06/01/2026

🧊 Icy pavements? Walk like a penguin! 🐧
The NHS advises “penguin walking” in snowy or icy conditions to help prevent slips and falls. It means taking small steps, keeping your feet slightly turned out, and keeping your centre of gravity over your front leg.
⚠️ This may feel uncomfortable or even painful for some people, especially those with osteoarthritis. But the key point is that it’s only for a short time, and it can help reduce the risk of falls — which can be far more catastrophic than a few minutes of awkward walking.
✔️ Small steps
✔️ Slow pace
✔️ Hands free for balance
✔️ Short-term discomfort, long-term safety
Sometimes waddling like a penguin is the safer option 🐧❄️

06/01/2026

Yes, this is official NHS advice 🐧🌨️

15/12/2025

💪 Self-Efficacy Matters 💪
Self-efficacy is believing in your ability to move, manage pain, and recover. The more confident you feel, the better your outcomes.
At Possible Physiotherapy Ltd, we empower you to take control of your recovery — in and out of the clinic.
Believe in your body. 🙌

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