As we get older, maintaining mobility and preventing injuries become increasingly important. Whether you enjoy walking, gardening, or playing with your grandchildren, taking care of your muscles and joints can help you stay pain-free and reduce the risk of injury. Preventing injuries is far easier than dealing with them after they occur. We cannot always … Read more
Before answering this question let’s look a question, I get asked all the time ‘What is the difference between a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor and Osteopath’? I’ll be honest, this can be a difficult question to answer as from personal experience I don’t know that much about Chiropractic or Osteopathy. When you do a Physiotherapy degree you … Read more
With the Rugby Six Nations kicking off last week, many fans may find themselves inspired to return to exercise and get back on the field. The excitement of watching world-class athletes compete can reignite a passion for sport, but jumping straight into high-intensity activity without proper preparation can lead to injury. Whether you play competitively … Read more
The importance of regular exercise In today’s society, we spend long hours at desks, looking at screens, or commuting. All consisting of sitting for long hours, leading to a sedentary lifestyle. This can potentially lead to various health problems. However, we can make positive changes through exercising regularly. Not only making a difference for your … Read more
As the New Year begins, many of us are setting goals to improve our health, well-being, and overall quality of life. Whether your focus is on staying active, maintaining independence, or simply getting outside more, January is a time of fresh starts and new routines. However, the winter months bring unique challenges, with icy pavements, … Read more
While Christmas preparations are in full swing, for some, there is another major calendar event on the horizon. The start date for London Marathon training. Depending on experience levels, the average training period for the London Marathon can range from 16 to 20 weeks. With the 2025 London Marathon scheduled for April 27, those following … Read more
Massage therapy has long been used for its ability to alleviate stress, improve circulation, and promote overall wellbeing. Despite its widespread popularity, there are many myths and misconceptions about what massage can and can’t do. As a private physiotherapy practice, it’s essential to address these misconceptions to help patients make informed decisions about their treatment … Read more
Several times a week, one of my patients will say, “I don’t like exercise” or “I’m not an exercise person”. A lot of the time these thoughts are due to bad experiences with exercise, a lack of understanding about why exercise is important, or confusion about what actually counts as exercise. So, I thought I’d … Read more
As the days shorten, the nights grow longer, and the temperature drops, the winter season settles in. Although I’m someone who enjoys the autumn and winter months, that doesn’t mean that I don’t get SAD. SAD, or Seasonal Affective Disorder, is a condition that causes depression-like symptoms that typically occur during autumn and winter when … Read more
Sports massage is a type of soft tissue therapy; hands-on treatment is used to stimulate blood flow and mobilise deep muscular tissues. Techniques can be used to treat muscle spasm, scar tissue, muscle tension, break up adhesions, known as knots, or aid recovery from exercise. The effects of massage differ from patient to patient, however … Read more
