As summer winds down and routines kick back in, many of us across Brighton, Hove, Shoreham, Lewes, and surrounding areas start to feel it — the tension, the tiredness, and those familiar aches creeping in again.
Whether you’re:
- Back at your desk for longer hours
- Juggling school runs and packed calendars
- Sleeping poorly under pressure
- Sitting in traffic or hunched over a laptop again…
…it’s no surprise your body is complaining.
Let’s explore how stress and sleep affect your body—and what physiotherapy can do to ease the pressure.
Stress: More Than Just Mental
You might think stress lives only in your head—but it shows up physically too. When your body is under stress, it:
- Tenses muscles (especially neck, shoulders, back, and jaw)
- Reduces blood flow to joints and soft tissues
- Triggers inflammation or increases pain sensitivity
- Alters posture (think slouching, tensing shoulders, clenching jaw)
Left unchecked, these physical stress responses can lead to:
- Headaches
- Neck and shoulder stiffness
- Lower back pain
- Tingling or numbness in arms or legs
- Fatigue and poor recovery after normal activity
Sleep: Your Body’s Recovery Window
When life gets busy, sleep often suffers. But sleep isn’t just for rest—it’s when your body repairs and restores:
- Tissues recover from micro-strain
- Pain pathways “reset”
- Muscles relax and recharge
Without deep, restorative sleep, even minor issues like tight muscles or poor posture can snowball into chronic pain or fatigue.
Common Complaints in September
We often see a rise in pain and stiffness this time of year, including:
✅ Lower back pain from long hours at desks or in cars
✅ Neck and shoulder tension from stress or poor posture
✅ Repetitive strain in arms or wrists (especially in office or teaching staff)
✅ General fatigue and tightness from disrupted routines
What Can Physiotherapy Do?
Whether you’re a teacher, office worker, parent, or student—physiotherapy can support your transition into autumn in several ways:
🏡 Home-Based Assessment
We come to your space to assess posture, desk setup, movement patterns, and pain triggers.
🧘♀️ Stress-Relieving Techniques
Gentle mobility, breath work, and body awareness reduce physical tension and calm your nervous system.
💪 Targeted Strength and Stretch Plans
We guide you through short, simple routines that fit around busy lives—designed to prevent pain, not just fix it.
💬 Supportive Conversations
Sometimes, talking to a knowledgeable physio about lifestyle stressors can offer reassurance, perspective, and practical steps forward.
Who We Help
We regularly support people in:
- Brighton & Hove
- Shoreham & Southwick
- Peacehaven & Saltdean
- Portslade & Lewes
Our clients range from overwhelmed parents to office workers, students to shift workers—and we tailor everything to you.
What Our Patients Say
“I hadn’t realised how much stress was affecting my body. I thought I had a ‘bad back’, but my physio helped me relax, stretch, and change how I sat at work. Game changer.”
“Having someone come to my home made it so much easier when I was feeling exhausted and in pain. They saw my desk setup and gave me real advice I could use immediately.”
Don’t Wait Until Autumn Breaks You
September doesn’t have to mean more stress and strain. Let us help you:
✅ Move better
✅ Sleep deeper
✅ Stress less
✅ Feel more like yourself
📍 Home visits across Brighton, Hove, Lewes, Peacehaven, Shoreham & beyond
📞 Book at www.thephysiotherapists.co.uk
The Physiotherapists – Helping you stay strong through life’s busy seasons.