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
What are muscle knots? Muscle knots, also known as trigger points, simply describe an area of muscle fibres that have become tight and contracted at rest. In healthy muscle tissue, muscles fibres should contract with activity and relax during a period of rest. When knots are present, bundles of muscle fibres are failing to relax … Read more
Whiplash-Associated Disorders (WAD) has been adopted as the definition of acute or sub-acute neck pain. WAD may result from car, workplace or sporting accidents. What are the common signs and symptoms of WAD? The symptoms associated with WAD can vary, and may include headaches, neck or arm pain, dizziness, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, inability to concentrate, … Read more
Whether it’s a pounding in the temples, a dull throb in the back of your head or a shooting pain with noise and bright light; headaches are a disabling and painful occurrence, especially if they happen often. Headaches are a common problem affecting approximately 25% of the female population and around 8% of males (the … Read more
