A calming, supportive space for personalised physiotherapy and guided movement

Welcome to Physio Avenue, your local physiotherapy clinic in Yate, near Bristol. I’m Jo, a qualified physiotherapist providing personalised, compassionate care for rehabilitation, pain management, and post-surgery recovery.

Helping you move well and live fully.

 
 
 
 
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 Mark Stephenson 
 
 
 
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I signed up to Life in Balance following a hip and knee replacement in 2025. Having done initial post up rehab, I was keen to keep on track with my recovery.

The process of breaking down movement into constituent parts really helped keep understand the rehab process, gave me numerous hints and tips to understand how I move, and hopefully apply in the future.

Jo and I’m have a wealth of knowledge and a passion to apply it. Highly recommended!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 David Dickson 
 
 
 
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Over the years I have seeked to find a practitioner who might help with my neck/upper back issue.
At last !
Joanne was open, honest, friendly and professional.  I was totally relaxed in her prescence.
I now feel happy to do the exercises suggested.
I would highly recommend visiting Joanne if you have any issues with joints, muscles, tendons etc.
Thank you Joanne.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Garry Turland 
 
 
 
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I have recently had knee replacement surgery and due to the pain I was experiencing I had virtually stopped any physical activity. After I was given a date for surgery I started looking at recovery exercises and was suddenly aware that my muscles had started wasting and I was probably not in the best condition to experience a good recovery. Following a Google search of private physiotherapists I came across Physio Avenue who offered tailored exercises for both pre and post knee replacement surgery.
I spoke with Joanne who told me the importance of pre-surgery exercises as it improves recovery had helps with the clients general good health. Joanne created an 8’week pre-surgery program. I received the first two weeks program with 24 hrs. The program consisted of easily to follow animated demonstrations, there was no chance of misinterpretation as it was all so clear and comprehensive and was truly personalised for my exact situation, both of my knees are due to be replaced, so the excerises were designed for someone who didn’t have one good and one bad knee as is usually the case but took the fact that both my knees were weak. I started on the program immediately and I can honestly confirm that I felt my muscles improving from the get-go.Joanne contacted me regularly for updates on my progress and actually listened to any concerns or improvements that she felt could improve my post-surgery recovery. When I told Joanne that we had an aerobics step she said great and he incorporated exercises to include the stepper. Every two weeks my exercise program was updated to include both new exercises and increased reps of some of the standard exercises.As I arrived at th house for my long waited knee replacement surgery I was feeling a lot more confident and less stressed. The physio program that Joanne of Physio Avenue was 100 percent responsible for my improved muscle mass and even more importantly my boost in confidence that I can have the  first of my two surgeries. I had my first full knee replacement on Saturday 18th July (last weekend) and everything went very smoothly. I am back home now and have just had a visit from ROCs, the follow up service provided by the hospital and when I told her that I had been on a pre-surgery exercise program, she said it was evident that the muscle in my legs and knees were stronger than most which will certainly speed up my recovery. I have no hesitation in recommending Physio Avenue to anyone about to undergo surgery or just need help strengthening weak muscles.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Jess 
 
 
 
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Joanne is an excellent physio! She helped me get back to sport after injury. I would highly recommend Jo for injury rehab! Thank you Jo! :)
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Caroline Neale 
 
 
 
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Would highly recommend Jo’s one-to-one sessions in her well equipped Yate clinic.
Over the strengthening course, it was clear that Jo is extremely passionate about her work, demonstrating the exercises to ensure technique is right as well as explaining the benefits of each exercise.
As well as this, Jo’s own life experiences (as a runner / a busy Mum) means she can relate and be empathetic especially when one week everything seems harder than it ever has done before ! However, Jo will always gently encourage you to persevere to challenge yourself and, it pays off !
Thanks Jo for all your encouragement and support !
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 ITSClipzz 99 
 
 
 
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I can’t thank Jo enough. I was in absolute agony with excruciating muscular/nerve pain in my shoulder when I met her but, in just the first appointment, I started to feel dramatically better. I also appreciated the exercise programme she has put together for me. Can highly recommend.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Tricia Robinson 
 
 
 
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Great experience with Jo.
Warm and friendly welcome
Jo listened to my explanation of my problem and explained to me how she can help me to manage it and hopefully improve it.
She gave me tips on what to do and not to do to help my problem.
I will be doing the exercises she has given me and hopefully will have improved when I attend my next appointment with her .
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Jo Bell 
 
 
 
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I had my first initial appointment with Jo yesterday. Jo was friendly and welcoming and instantly made me feel at ease. I felt listened to and that Jo understood the symptoms I was experiencing.
Jo conducted a very thorough assessment of my knees. I felt confident that she was aware of my pain levels and Jo explained everything thoroughly during the physical examination which was very reassuring.
Jo sensitivity explained her conclusions and diagnosis of my knee problems. She made me feel confident that we could work together to improve my range of movements.
Jo suggested lots of ways I could involve rehabilitation of my joints into everyday life activities, as well as suggesting exercises to work on over the next week.
Throughout this whole experience communication has been easy and replies have been prompt. I have received an email confirming a clear set of exercises with instructions including pictures to ensure I’m fully aware of what to do.
I haven’t felt pressured to book an extensive period of sessions but instead feel in control of our next steps.
With all things considered, at this early stage of my treatment, I would highly recommend Jo and the physio service she provides.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Sheena Pearson 
 
 
 
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An excellent experience. Appropriate information collated prior to my visit. Jo was warm and welcoming maintaining a professional but friendly manner at all times. Clear questions asked as she assessed my problem and examined me. Jo gave her rationale for treatment and exercises. It was helpful to have an exercise programme emailed and the instructions on how to do them enhanced by the video. I would highly recommend Jo.