Physical activity advice for young people and teenagers living with sickle cell disorder
This video provides clear, age‑appropriate guidance on staying active for young people and teenagers living with sickle cell disorder. It explains the benefits of physical activity, shares safe and enjoyable […]
Physical activity advice for young children living with sickle cell disorder
This video explains why being active is important for young children with sickle cell disorder and how movement supports both physical and emotional development. It shares fun, everyday activity ideas […]
Physical development advice for babies living with sickle cell disorder
This video provides practical guidance on supporting your baby’s physical development through play and everyday movement. It demonstrates simple activities such as tummy time, rolling, sitting, standing, and early walking […]
Staying active with Sickle Cell Disorder: General advice for children, young people, and families
In this video, a physiotherapist explains why staying active is important for children and young people with sickle cell disorder. It explores the benefits of exercise, shares practical safety tips, […]
How exercise supported my Sickle Cell journey
Living with Sickle Cell Disorder is an inspiring video featuring Dunstan Nicol‑Wilson and Nkechi Adeniyi, who share their personal experiences of living with SCD and what exercise looks like in […]
What to do in a crisis or when you’re in hospital Advice for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder
This video explains how painful crises can affect people with sickle cell disorder and introduces the incentive spirometer as a tool to support breathing during these episodes. It demonstrates how […]
Exercise advice for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder
This video explains the benefits of regular exercise for people living with sickle cell disorder and offers practical guidance on how to stay active safely. It covers suitable types of […]
Knee exercises for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder
This video showcases four knee‑focused exercises to help build strength, stability, and confidence with everyday activities such as walking and climbing stairs. The programme is suitable for older teenagers and […]
Core (trunk) exercises for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder
Core (trunk) exercises can be helpful for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder by supporting posture, balance, and everyday movement. Strengthening the core muscles can improve stability, reduce […]
Hip exercises for teenagers and adults living with sickle cell disorder
This video demonstrates three lower‑body exercises designed to strengthen your hips and bottom while improving balance and control. The programme supports everyday movements such as walking and standing, and is […]