Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) may enhance recovery from sports injuries by delivering increased oxygen to damaged tissues, which promotes healing, reduces inflammation, and speeds up the repair of soft tissues, ligaments, and fractures.

Our August newsletter is packed with news, updates, events and classes.. This month’s intro is from Geoff, our Chair of Trustees. Articles and fundraising updates include information on new classes, fantastic donations from incredible supporters, and lots of dates in the diary for the upcoming months. Check it out here…

On Friday, 29 August, we say a fond farewell to Bhumika, one of our valued and much-loved Physiotherapists. Bhumika has been a key member of our exceptional physio team here at the Centre for the past seven years.

Looking to develop your cycle skills? The Vinehill Trust hosts FREE drop-in Cycle sessions on Wednesdays between 10 am-4.00 pm for people with disabilities, additional needs or enduring health conditions They have a range of bikes, trikes, handcycles, co-riders and other adaptive bikes, so they offer a variety of ways to get you pedalling.

Due to the great success of the Taster Class, we are delighted to announce that the Dance Class will become a regular exercise class every Monday from 3 to 4 pm.

We are delighted to announce a Taster Session for a completely new style of class for us here at The Brightwell. This new session has been developed by Millie Rutherford, our Rehabilitation Therapy Specialist.

The University of Edinburgh’s Institute of Genetics and Cancer has found a genetic link in the DNA of people with ME, compared to the general population. Scientists said the findings offer the first robust evidence that genes contribute to a person’s chance of developing the disease. The Decode ME study, uncovered eight areas of genetic code in people with ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome) that are markedly different to the DNA of people without the

MS-UK offers a range of online sessions and activities, and we thought some of these might be of interest to our Brightwell community. For August, they are introducing new sessions, including courses, creative workshops, supportive peer groups and weekly classes. If you miss these sessions, they can be watched back on demand.

Following a very successful talk in June from the Sirona NHS Falls Prevention Team, we are pleased to announce details of the next 2 Brightwell Carers’ Sessions, which will be held at the Centre, as follows:

This month’s edition is packed full of news, information, and events. Lots of details about health tips and classes, plus our new brochure. Hope you enjoy this newsletter.