Good communication is essential in any healthcare setting in order to ensure that you receive optimal treatment without unnecessary delays. At Thorpes we understand how frustrating it can be if you are struggling with pain or are unable to return to a particular activity. The last thing you need is unnecessary delays in getting your … Read more
Frozen shoulder can seem like a bit of an enigma and I regularly receive questions from my patients wanting to understand more about this rather unique condition. Here I have tried to answer the most common FAQs associated with this condition, what to expect and how best to manage it. What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen … Read more
As lockdown restrictions gradually show signs of easing, many of us are itching to get back to our favourite sport or hobby and are relishing the opportunity to meet up with a few friends for a kick about in the local park or go for a walk in the woods with our loved ones. After … Read more
Social distancing is changing the way we do everything – no visiting family, no BBQ with friends in this glorious weather, businesses learning new ways to function, clash of the titans for a bag of toilet roll and a whole lot of juggling in the home to keep everyone occupied (husband included!). As Physiotherapists we … Read more
So, it’s not quite how you expected to welcome the new member of your family! Dad’s on lockdown, panic buying in the shops, loved ones not yet able to visit you and your bundle of joy… New Mums regardless of this isolation can feel anxious, lonely, overwhelmed and of course utterly exhausted. If this is … Read more
Following the mass exodus of office workers flocking to their homes a few weeks ago, many may have envisaged this as a short term way of working. As we look on, we realise that weeks are more realistically going to turn into months as we batten down the hatches. Here are some of Thorpes’ top tips … Read more
Online Physiotherapy Consultations Even though our clinic doors have had to temporarily close, all of our physiotherapists are logged on and set-up to provide one-to-one video consultations. You might be sceptical as to how a video consultation can help with a physical problem, I understand that, that is why I have written this blog. Why … Read more
In these current times of uncertainty we can find ourselves becoming worried or anxious about the unknown. This is a totally normal response, however staying positive is vitally important on a number of levels. It can prevent chronic stress which can lead to spikes in cortisol levels which can make you more susceptible to illness. … Read more
One of the first questions potential patients want to know when they call our company is: How much does Physiotherapy cost? Although this is a difficult question to answer, I will try to do my best here to explain some general pricing guidelines Most of the time the overall cost of Physiotherapy is less than … Read more
Here at Thorpes we have cutting edge technology wireless sensors called ViMove, which we use to help people with various things, including Back Pain. These sensors are used by Manchester United and the British Gymnastics team and there are only a handful of clinics in the UK that have access to this technology. These advanced … Read more
