Physio Farana

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Happy New Year 🎆 to all my clients and followers (a bit late, I know, I’m on holiday mode)

I’ve had a wonderful peaceful start to the new year, with time away with my boy. Just what I needed after a hectic few months. I’m back to work on Monday 8th for both clinic appointments and home visits - get in touch to book.

Photo from our wee getaway this week to Stirlingshire 💙

The clinic is now closed for the holiday period for a much needed rest. I will be reopening 8th January.

Wishing everyone a lovely festive period and a happy new year 🎉

PhysioFarana 💙🧡💚

A handful of appointments are available next week before I close up for the holidays. Get in touch to book in - clinic appointment at or home visit appointments available. Clinic will be close 22 December to 7 January.

Operating days & times week commencing 21 August 2023

With the schools being back, I’ve shuffled some work days around in order to get into a new routine/schedule. You can find my availability for both clinic appointments and home visits in the post.

Also, evening clinics are back!! After being on hold for a few weeks, evening clinics will now take place on a Tuesday starting this coming week (22 August).

To book a clinic appointment, visit Heart Space booking site (link is in my bio)

To book a home visit, contact me directly via DM, phone or email (all contact details are in my bio)

Any questions, feel free to drop a comment below or DM me.

Farana 😊

Here is this week's activity programme which is open to all ages & abilities! Everything is fun, free & inclusive.

Remember, this is our last week before our two-week summer break so join us for your last dose of GOGA goodness until w/c 7th August!

Please note: Online Strength & Conditioning, Seated Movement at Ardler Complex, Zumba at Dundee West Church and Fitness Pilates at The Steeple Church all will not be on this week and will return after the break.

Book here for the online sessions: https://buff.ly/3XF4yOK

Here is this week's activity programme which is open to EVERYONE!

Everything is free and designed to be fun - what's not to love?!

If you need any advice about our sessions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Book here for the online sessions: https://buff.ly/3ONpUXM

Please note I am fully booked this week and there no appointments available now until my return to work on Monday 19th June. This is for home visits as well as appointments at

Thanks for your understanding.

Physio Farana

Mental Health Awareness Week

As a physio, I primarily treat peoples physical symptoms (pain, stiffness, weakness etc) but did you know a persons mental health plays a huge role on the outcome of their rehab?

The majority of my clients suffer with some degree of mental health involvement, be it low mood over their injury, anxiety over going back to work, PTSD after an accident, or something else in their personal lives unrelated to their injury. Through treatment sessions, I help people’s mental health on a daily basis. How? By talking to them and listening to them. The power that a simple conversation can have on someone’s mental health is immense. I’ve had people open up about many things; marital problems, substance abuse, worries over terminally ill partners, to name a few. Being a safe person to someone, where they feel comfortable to open up to you on that level, is a privilege. I believe building a rapport with clients and adopting a holistic approach to treatment, taking into account ALL factors that affect someone health and well-being, is THE most successful approach to rehab.

As a mental heath sufferer myself, I can hand on heart say: Mental Health Matters 🧡🧠

I am more than happy to be a listening ear to anyone in need, client or not, no judgement and of course fully confidential

Feedback Friday ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This client had severe back pain and stiffness, to the point where he struggled to get out of bed in the mornings and was impacting his mental health. His treatment consisted of various manual therapy techniques and an exercise programme. He told me his aim was to get back on a horse again which he managed to do several months later, pain free!

Consistency and adherence to treatment and rehabilitation is the key to success 🔑 💪🏽

Did you know it’s National walking month?

May is National Walking Month

Walking is a great way to be active as it is fun, free and everyone can take part together! Check out Paths for All's website to download your challenge card to help you complete your 31 days of walking: https://buff.ly/3Hkpvrn

Here is a photo of some of our happy group at The Crickety in Brechin enjoying a walk as part of their activity.

Walk everyday this May!

ACUPUNCTURE - FAQ’s

What to expect at a treatment?

Acupuncture uses single-use, disposable needles. These needles are inserted in various points in your body, some within the painful area, some away from it.

The needles will usually be left in position for about 15-30mins. You should feel a sense of relaxation and maybe even a little sleepy during and after your treatment.

Is it safe?

Yes, absolutely. Acupuncture is very safe. There is no risk of infection as the needles are pre-sterilised and single use. Side effects are very rare, at 1 in every 10,000 treatments.

Some people experience symptoms such as bruising and/or bleeding, but this is minimal and short-term. Others can feel faint or dizzy after treatment; to prevent this we recommend you don’t have treatment on an empty stomach.

Is it painful?

Not usually. Most needles you won’t even notice them being inserted. There my be some discomfort on certain points, this is known as “De Qi” in Chinese Medicine, but this is very short-term during your treatment.

How many treatments will I need?

We would recommend at least 3 treatments to determine if acupuncture is beneficial to you, as acupuncture has a cumulative effect. Most people will however notice the benefit from their first session.

Acupuncture is always used as an additional treatment method, so alongside it you will receive manual therapy, electrotherapy, soft tissue massage and/or exercises too.

As of Monday 1st of May, I will be offering an evening clinic to accommodate clients that are working and cannot manage day time appointments. These clinic slots are already filling up fast, so if you want an after work appointment, get in touch sooner rather than later!

Clinic appointments from May will be available during the following days/hours:
Monday 4pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9.30am - 3.30pm
Wednesday 9.30am - 3.30pm

As usual, you can book online on Heart Space’s website using the link in my bio or contact me directly.

Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating 💙💚🧡

Eid Mubarak to all our colleagues and professionals celebrating the end of Ramadan today! ☪️

As we enter the final 10-day period of Ramadan, please read our latest blog from HCPC Learning & Development Manager Tehmina Ansari, who reflects on what we can do in the workplace to support colleagues observing the holiest month in the Islamic calendar ➡️ https://bit.ly/43mQhJb

Ramadan Mubarak!

CALLING ALL TAYSIDE RESIDENTS - we need your opinion!

We are hoping to start up a Walk/Jog/Run group in Angus, Perth & Kinross and Dundee in the very near future and would like to know your thoughts. 🏃

Please let us know your thoughts here: https://forms.office.com/e/xXrP56PqMQ

There is no experience at all required to join one of our jogging groups - by 'jogging group', we don't mean you have to do so continuously as it will be completely flexible that you can walk whenever you wish!

Perhaps you have progressed slightly beyond walking but not ready to start running, or even if you don't ever want to progress to a run but would like to jog a bit more regularly, then this is the group for you! It will be a great opportunity to meet new people and enjoy a chat also.

Please feel free to share!

Fully booked this week. However appointments are available for next week Monday and Wednesday at Heart Space.

Also from May, I’ll be offering an evening clinic for those needing an “after work” appointment.

Suffering with niggles and aches? Get in touch to have them treated before they develop into a chronic problem! Physiotherapy can use treatment techniques to release muscle tightness and joint/spinal stiffness, ridding you of those niggles and aches. What’s more, you will be given exercises and advice on managing your symptoms to prevent them recurring.

Contact me to get booked in or use the link in my bio to book directly into my clinic at

Physio appointments available this week, for home visit or clinic visit. Contact me via messenger or call 07834989500 to book in

Ladies only beginners Pilates classes starting in May.
Day/time tbc.
Email me at [email protected]
if interested

Wishing all of you a happy and blessed Ramadan 🌙

Here is this week's calendar packed full of fun & free activities!

Everything is suitable for all abilities - we really do have something for everyone. If you have any questions about any of our sessions, please send us a message or email us on [email protected].

Book here for the online activities: https://buff.ly/3ygaCBj. Roll with GOGA and Learn to Swim activities must have been booked in advance. New Waves and Angus Rocks must be booked via AngusAlive. For all other sessions, just come along!

Aches and pains can be helped with yoga however some issues cannot and perhaps you need to look at seeing a physio therapist. Well why not book in to see right here in Heart Space.

With appointments Monday-Wednesday 9.30-3.30 each day. Heart Space members get 10% off your initial consultation.

Farana qualified as a Physiotherapist in 2010 after graduating with an MSc in Rehabilitation Science (pre-reg) from Glasgow Caledonian University. Previously, she qualified with a BSc in Anatomy & Physiology from Dundee University. She is registered with the governing body for Physiotherapists, the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), and with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

She has largely worked in Private healthcare including hospitals, private clinics and sports settings. She has extensive experience in musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, hand therapy and sports physiotherapy. Additional training she has attained includes acupuncture with the Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists, sports massage with the Scottish Massage School and Pilates with the world-renowned Australian Physiotherapy & Pilates Institute. With her wealth of knowledge, experience and skills in her treatment box, Farana provides an extensive assessment and hands-on treatment, individually tailored to each client.

When Farana isn’t working, she is kept (extremely) busy with her 4 year old boy. They enjoy hiking, cycling and anything else outdoorsy.

Physiotherapy Appointment & What to Expect

An initial consultation can take up to an hour where a detailed history of your problem area/s is taken followed by a physical assessment. Findings will be discussed with you along with an advised plan of treatment. Treatments can include manual therapy, massage, acupuncture, electrotherapy, taping, advice/education on managing symptoms and an exercise programme. Your initial appointment will include some treatment as well. Follow-up appointments allow us to focus solely on treatment and can last up to 50 mins.

If you are taking any medications, please ensure you bring a list of these with you to your initial appointment.