PHYSIOTHERAPISTS from Oxfordshire will hold a special event with local RAF servicemen today to mark annual 'Work Out at Work Day'.

Chartered physoptherapists at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust's community hospitals will be setting up stationary bikes, treadmills and rowing machines in patient waiting areas.

Staff and visitors to the sites in Wallingford, Witney, Didcot, Abingdon and Bicester are encouraged to drop in between 10am and 2pm to contribute to the distance covered at each site.

At Wallingford a contingent from RAF Benson will join staff to rack up the numbers on their exercise equipment.

Musculoskeletal specialist Marie-Clare Wadley said: "One of the aims of the event is to raise awareness of the role physiotherapy plays in helping people lead active and healthier lifestyles."

Andrew Gillett of RAF Benson added: “The wellbeing of our personnel is vital to ensuring they are fighting fit.

“The support our local community provides to RAF Benson is fantastic so we are happy we can return the favour.”