The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy has released a short Christmas film called Never Too Late as part of their “Love Activity” campaign.
The film is a heart-warmer about a physio who helps a lonely widower regain his strength and sense of purpose so that he can return to his role playing Father Christmas at the local children’s ward. Alongside the video, a webpage includes six exercises that can help people stay strong and independent this winter.
The short film is available via the CSP webpage or on social media.
by Dr Hamish Reid, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine, Moving Medicine design and development lead
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