v THE HERALD - PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY v 5th June 2025 • The HERALD • Page 45 Treatments include: Nail trimmings/filing Reduction of thickened nails Corns/Callus Ingrown toe nails Diabetic Foot Care Mini Foot massage For appointments please call Chloe 07587 071367 Appointments also available at Chloe’s Foot Care Clinic, 177 long lane, Holbury SO45 2PA Chloe’s Foot Care Mobile Foot health practitioner GET BACK TO FEELING YOUR BEST WITH HYTHE & TOTTON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC Also Offer: CHIROPODY/PODIATRY with Fiona Cann MSc, MRCPod 8 Drummond Court, Prospect Place, Hythe (Opposite Hythe Ferry) 023 8020 7826 244 Ringwood Road, Totton 023 8086 3612 CHIROPODY/PODIATRY 07895 691290 Kerry Grassick BSc (Hons) Podiatry MRCPod KG PODIATRY First Floor, South Street Shopping Centre, Hythe SO45 6EB * LIFT ACCESS * Email: kerrythepodiatrist@gmail.com Health, Beauty & Wellbeing Stroke Survivor Takes On 52 Marathons In A Year To Inspire Others And Raise Funds For Charity Ten years ago, Martyn’s world changed forever. A er su ering two consecutive strokes, the second nearly took his life and le him unable to walk and talk. With the support of NHS teams across Hampshire, Martyn has made a remarkable recovery and is now looking to give back and help others going through the same challenges. A er a long stay in hospital, Martyn began the daunting process of recovery at home. With incredible determination and the support of his family, he gradually rebuilt his strength and regained abilities he had lost. Now taking on his biggest challenge yet, he will be completing 52 marathons in a year through a combination of walking and swimming. Whilst completing this physical and mental challenge, Martyn will be raising vital funds for Brighterway, the charity for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust where Martyn proudly serves as a Governor. Brighterway supports people with mental health needs, learning disabilities and community health challenges. “After everything I’ve been through, I want to show others that there is life after a stroke.” Martyn said. “This isn’t just about me it’s about giving hope to Association. is will ensure that once survivors have received acute care and rehabilitation, they receive ‘Life A er Stroke’ care supporting their independence, linking them into NHS and other care and assistance they need, and helping to prevent the risk of them having further strokes. Garry Jopling, Service Delivery Lead for the Stroke Association South West and Channel Islands, said: “More than 3,500 people survive a stroke every year in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Recovery can be a long and complex journey that’s why our teams help survivors, and their families find the strength and support they need to rebuild their lives. Martyn’s story is an example of what is possible.” Cheryl Harding-Trestrail, NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s Head of Programme for Local Care, said: “We know how important ongoing support is after acute care and rehabilitation. That’s why we’re working to ensure stroke survivors have access to the resources guidance and encouragement they need to maintain independence and reduce the risk of further strokes. Martyn’s determination is truly inspiring, and his journey is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved with the right support.” To support Martyn’s journey or get involved, visit: www.justgiving.com/page/governorchallenge2025 Martyn Smith other survivors that recovery is possible, no matter how tough the journey is it’s worth it. The Stroke Association can help you on your journey. The NHS saved me, and now I want to pay it forward. I’m inviting you to join me - whether by donating, cheering me on, or even participating in one of the monthly walking or swimming events I’ll be organising. Together, we can make a real impact on our NHS community.” anks to renewed support from NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight, stroke survivors across the region will bene t from services delivered by the Stroke READ IT “HEAR” Visiting speakers to Hythe & Waterside Rotary o en give “food for thought” but none have struck a chord quite like their recent visitor, Caroline Court. Caroline, herself profoundly deaf, is a trained, quali ed and experienced lipreading tutor. She understands rst-hand the challenges of hearing loss. Deafness is an isolating disability causing people to start withdrawing from family and social occasions. Trying to take part in everyday conversations and activities becomes challenging and stressful. Caroline explained to Rotarians and their guests how hearing aids are not always e ective and for many people with hearing loss, the solution is to learn new skills such as lipreading. is skill can be developed through education and training to improve communication. Caroline is passionate about her subject and gave a fun demonstration on how di cult it can be to lipread without learning how. She explained how cochlear implants are carried out to restore some level of hearing for people with severe hearing loss and how memory loss can result from the non-stimulation of the neuropaths used for hearing which in turn can result in dementia. Caroline’s message to everyone “If you are experiencing difficulty in hearing conversation, develop your latent lipreading skills – it may change your life.” Caroline Court and H&W Rotary President Terri Whitehouse
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