Exercise Prescription

Exercise prescription is a tailored rehabilitation programme designed to address the underlying cause of pain or injury. Rather than relying on generic advice, your exercises are selected based on a detailed clinical assessment of how your body moves and functions.

This approach is particularly effective for musculoskeletal conditions such as heel pain, Achilles tendon problems, and knee pain, where movement patterns, strength, and loading all play an important role in recovery.

By targeting the root cause, exercise prescription helps not only reduce symptoms but also prevent them from returning.

Your programme begins with a thorough assessment, which may include gait analysis, pressure plate testing, and a detailed review of your symptoms and activity levels. This allows us to identify any imbalances, weaknesses, or movement patterns contributing to your condition.

From there, we design a progressive exercise plan tailored to your needs. This is not a static list of exercises, it evolves as you improve, ensuring your body continues to adapt and strengthen over time.

Where appropriate, your programme may be supported by additional treatments such as shockwave therapy, laser therapy, taping, or orthotic support. This combined approach allows us to manage pain while still progressing your rehabilitation safely.

Exercise prescription is suitable for a wide range of lower limb and musculoskeletal conditions. We frequently work with patients experiencing issues such as plantar fasciopathy, Achilles tendinopathy, and shin splints, as well as problems affecting the knees, hips, and lower back.

We also support patients with structural concerns such as flat feet, high arches, and biomechanical imbalances that contribute to ongoing discomfort. Conditions like Morton’s neuroma and bunions can also benefit from targeted strengthening and load management strategies.

Every programme is adapted to your specific diagnosis, lifestyle, and goals, whether that is returning to sport or simply moving comfortably day to day.

One of the most important aspects of rehabilitation is consistency. We guide you through each stage of your recovery, ensuring exercises are performed correctly and progressed at the right pace.

You will have access to a personalised exercise programme, supported by clear instructions and demonstrations. This allows you to carry out your rehabilitation confidently between appointments, while still having regular reviews to track progress and make adjustments.

This structured approach helps you stay on track and reduces the risk of setbacks or recurring injury.

Our approach is built around clinical reasoning, not guesswork. Every recommendation is based on assessment findings and aligned with recognised clinical guidelines, including NICE and HCPC standards.

We combine hands-on treatment with active rehabilitation, ensuring you are not relying solely on passive therapies. This leads to more sustainable results and greater long-term improvement.

Patients choose Active Step because they want clear answers, a defined plan, and support throughout their recovery, not just a temporary fix.

We offer two types of initial assessment depending on your needs.

A full 60-minute musculoskeletal assessment with gait analysis is £199 and provides a detailed understanding of your condition and movement patterns.

A 30-minute assessment is available at £105 for more focused concerns.

Follow-up sessions are £105 and may include exercise progression, shockwave therapy, laser treatment, or taping depending on your treatment plan.

We also offer a block of three standalone laser therapy sessions for £255.

Private health insurance providers including BUPA, WPA, Cigna and Aviva are accepted.

If you are experiencing ongoing pain, stiffness, or reduced function, it is worth seeking assessment sooner rather than later. Conditions that are left unmanaged often become more difficult to treat over time.

Early rehabilitation can improve recovery speed, reduce pain more effectively, and help you avoid longer-term limitations.

If you are looking for structured, clinically guided rehabilitation in Fareham, our team is here to help. We provide personalised exercise programmes designed to support recovery, improve movement, and keep you active long term.

Booking an assessment is the first step towards understanding your condition and starting a clear path to recovery.