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
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
On a daily basis we deal with people who have aches and pains or who are injured. One over-riding component that contributes to a lot of the problems we see is a LACK OF STRENGTH in the individual. Think about it, if you sit all day at work, your muscles gradually become weaker (especially your … Read more
A recent study into physical activity in adults found that 26% of females and 19% of males were ‘physically inactive’. Physical inactivity is described as doing less than 30 minutes of exercise a week and is a contributing risk factor for multiple causes of death, chronic morbidity and disability. Our question to you…Do you know … Read more
Hydrotherapy is a series of exercises performed in water often lead by a qualified Physiotherapist, with the aim of providing a therapeutic benefit. How does it work? As hydrotherapy is performed in water, the increased buoyancy and reduced load bearing on the joints means that people are often able to perform exercises more comfortably than … Read more
It’s at this time of year that people have made their new year’s resolutions. Quite often this involves getting fitter, or starting up a new hobby such as running. Most people can relate to going to a gym in January and not being able to move, but come February there are only half that amount … Read more
