Joint Health Advice During the Leisure Centre Pool Closure

Following the unexpected closure of the Stoneleigh Leisure Centre pool due to roof repairs, local GPs are reaching out to the dozens of elderly residents who usually attend the Tuesday morning hydrotherapy sessions.

"We know that missing your hydrotherapy classes can quickly lead to stiffening joints and increased arthritis pain," notes Dr. Thomas Evans of St. Mary's Surgery. "While the pool is closed for the next month, it is vital to keep moving. We highly recommend joining the 'Stoneleigh Strollers' walking group, which meets at the Blackwood Park bandstand every Wednesday at 10 AM for a gentle, flat-path walk. Alternatively, please speak to our practice nurse about chair-based exercises you can safely do in your living room."