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Muscle knots, also known as trigger points, are small, tight areas of muscle that can be painful when touched. They are usually …

Getting out of bed in the morning, especially during the winter months can be difficult for many people. Here are some our …

As people age, the muscles, bones, and other tissues in the body can undergo changes that can affect mobility and flexibility. These …

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain in the bottom of the foot, specifically in the plantar fascia, which is a …

Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight is deemed to be a difficult task, especially during the festive period. Here are a …

Life is finally starting to resemble a more familiar and normal way of life after the last few years of restrictions.  We …

Menopause is the natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years. It typically occurs between the ages of …

Gout is a form of arthritis that is caused by the accumulation of excess uric acid in the body. Uric acid is …

Home visit physiotherapy is great for those who need physiotherapy but are not mobile enough or are not able to get to …

Lymphoedema is a long-term (chronic) condition that causes swelling in the body’s tissues. It can affect any part of the body, but …

Fibromyalgia primarily affects women between the ages of 30 and 50 years old and can be triggered by a stressful/traumatic physical or …

Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when too much uric acid builds up in the body, leading to inflammation and …

You finally want to get rid of those persistent aches and pains that are stopping you doing the things you want or …

Physiotherapy can be an important part of preparing for a ski holiday, as it can help to improve your physical fitness and …

Standing desks are becoming a lot more common in offices and have several benefits. They are higher than the average sitting station …

Our  temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects your jaw to the temporal bones of your skull, which are in front of each …

If you work from home the chances are you spend most of your time in front of a computer screen. A workstation …

Joint mobilisation and manipulation are manual techniques used by physiotherapists to improve the function and mobility of your joints. Mobilisation is a …

Walking appears to have become very popular recently and for good reason too. Walking is one of the easiest and often most …

Pins and needles (paraesthesia) feels like pricking, tingling or numbness on the skin. It happens when the blood supply to the nerves …

A number of challenges occur as we move into the colder months and if we don’t plan well and stay disciplined, it’s …

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and weakness in the wrist and hand. CTS can affect …

A bunion is a bony projection that forms at the base of the big toe. It forms when the big toe is …

A whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden back and forth movement of your head and neck like the cracking …

We all fall into a habit of having poor sitting postures. Slouching is often considered to be more comfortable, and the body …

For many pregnant women, exercise during pregnancy can be daunting but recent guidance from the UK Chief Medical Officers recommends that pregnant …

Seeing a physiotherapist can help you maintain and increase your independence by restoring the mobility, balance, and level of physical activity. This …

The trapezius muscle is a triangular shaped muscle at the bottom of your neck. It spans the width of your shoulders, attaches …

There are many benefits of running in the winter such as building physical endurance as well as building mental strength and burning …

In today’s day and age with everyone being so busy with life, usually exercise is the first activity to be lost. We …

A Cervicogenic headache is one of several types of headaches. It is a headache that may be related to problems in the …

Growing Pains are the pains that cause children to wake up from their sleep complaining of pain, aching or burning sensations in …

Disc protrusion is more commonly known as slipped disc and affects your spine. It is mostly an age-related condition that occurs when …

Your first appointment will start with an initial assessment and can take up to 60-minutes including treatment. Our physiotherapists will ask you detailed questions …

Exercise is an important aspect of life for people of all ages. It has many physical and mental health benefits, and it …

Mobilisation and manipulations are manual techniques used to aid joint movement. They are normally used by a physiotherapist when their patient has …

Matt has completed a number of triathlons. Here we have a chat with Matt all about triathlon training and his tips and …

What is a TENS Machine? TENS is an abbreviation of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. Transcutaneous means “across the skin”. In simple terms, a TENS …

Groin strain is unpleasant and can be experienced by anyone. A muscle or ligament in the groin area can become strained during …

There are many different causes of foot pain ranging from bunions to plantar fasciitis to an Achilles tendon rupture. Overuse or injury …