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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 …

Overtraining injuries are common in all people who exercise from athletes to people training recreationally. They are caused by putting your body …

There are various entry routes to becoming a physiotherapist. Regardless of academic level, each route provides you with a high-quality learning experience …

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 …

As car owners, we all know that once a year our car gets a full MOT check, to ensure that it is …

Anxiety is a generalised mood disorder that results in feelings of apprehension, fear or worry. Anxiety is often caused by stress at …

Kinesiology tape is a very effective type of sports tape. It has a vast range of uses beyond the athletic usage. It …

Dr Ade qualified in 1998 from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. He has completed a B.Sc and a PhD in Physiotherapy. Ade …

There is growing evidence to show that short bursts of intensive therapy can lead to improvements in functions such as walking, balance …

Stretching exercises can encourage the lengthening of your muscles and their associated tendons to normalise your muscle length and tension ratio. Muscles …

Our physio Dan is about to undertake his first marathon next month. Here we have a chat with Dan about how his …

Lymphatic drainage massage is a gentle form of massage used to relieve painful swelling in your arms and legs caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema …

Many of us struggle with physical pain every day. Many rely on medication, while others choose methods such as physiotherapy, massage, acupuncture …

At whatever age or stage in life we are, we all suffer aches and pains at some point, some that can come …

If you are experiencing stress, muscle soreness, or pain and you feel like your body is a giant knot of tense muscles …

As many of our loved ones age, more and more families have to make the hard decision of whether a care home …

Checking into a hospital for a procedure or following a medical event can be a stressful experience. As well as medical concerns, …

Skipping your warm-up routine Warming up before working out and light movements lubricate joints and elongate muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It also …

How can physio help you? Physiotherapy plays such a vital role in the rehabilitation of patients who have suffered with Covid-19, who …

Physiotherapy in pregnancy can promote healing and holistic fitness. It is a helpful approach in dealing with the pain resulting from an increase …

Exercise has multiple physical benefits, such as improving physical condition or keeping a healthy immune system. However, exercise has also been considered …

Pregnancy acts as a joyous period, but can cause pain in muscles, joints, create physical fatigue and overall have a large impact …

Self-care is crucial, but is easily overlooked, although it can be considered as just as important as eating healthily and exercising regularly. …

It is known through much research, that exercise plays a very effective and safe way to help you get through your cancer …

Postnatal physiotherapy helps to rehabilitate and strengthen pelvic floor muscles that have become weakened during childbirth and also help the mother recover …

British wintertime can do us no favours if we suffer with painful knees. Cold weather can make our joints and muscle pain …

The arch in your foot provides the strength needed to do everyday activities that we all take for granted, such as walking, …

Having a loved one suffering with dementia can be an overwhelming and a scary diagnosis for you as well as the patient.  …

Foam rolling is a method to self-massage your muscles.  It keeps your tissues mobile and healthy and helps your recovery from exercise. …

Having a caesarean section is considered major abdominal surgery and as with any surgery, your body needs time to heal afterwards and …

Many of us find our general aches and pains so much worse in the winter or during changeable weather.  It is unclear …

Hamstrings are a group of tendons and muscles that run along the back of the leg from the pelvis to the shinbone. …

So many people ask us, why do my knees click?  Knee crepitus is very common among us all.  The noise may happen …

What is a sprained ankle?  A sprained ankle is an injury that occurs when you twist, roll or turn your ankle in …