physical activity

Tackling Tendon Pain in Young Female Athletes

Tendon pain in young athletes, particularly during high-growth years, is a common but often misunderstood issue. A new study led by physiotherapist Sam Blanchard has shown that customising exercises based on how each athlete’s muscles and tendons work together can make a big difference. In fact, this approach reduced knee pain by two-thirds in a …

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Easter Indulgence Made Healthy: Balance, Not Sacrifice

Enjoying Easter Mindfully – Why Watching Our Weight Matters As Easter rolls around, many of us look forward to quality time with loved ones, cozy autumn weather, and—of course—a little trip from the easter bunny. And while we believe in enjoying our sweet treats, It’s also a good time to check in with how our …

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Can 10 Minutes of Core Work Ease Back Pain?

Chronic low back pain affects millions of people globally and can feel like a constant companion that limits daily activities. But what if something as simple as 10 minutes of exercise could help ease that pain? Lets dive into some research findings.A recent study explored the impact of a 10-minute bodyweight core stabilisation program on people with …

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Can Weight Loss Help Your Knee Pain? Here’s What Research Says…

Knee osteoarthritis can be frustrating and painful! The stiffness, the pain, the way it slows you down—it’s no joke. But what if we told you that losing a bit of weight could make a real difference?A recent study from the Osteoarthritis Healthy Weight for Life (OAHWFL) program looked at 9,000+ patients with knee Osteoarthritis and …

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Classes Are Back: February 2025!

We now offer four class programs tailored to your individual goals. Please read on or call us for details about which class is best for you, your friends and family. Get started with us this February 2025!GLA:D ProgramGLA:D is a 6-week intensive course for Osteoarthritis of the Hip and Knee.There are 14 sessions, which include 12 …

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GLA:D, Our New Treatment Program For Osteoarthritis!

GLA:D is an education and exercise program developed in Denmark by a team of researchers. It is currently the best treatment option for individuals with hip and knee osteoarthritis.How does GLA:D work?GLA:D uses neuromuscular exercise to improve joint stability, movement quality, and everyday function. Neuromuscular training is a form of exercise that enhances the unconscious …

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The Difference Between A Sprain And A Strain

Sprains and Strains are common injuries that can happen to almost any body part. Some of the more common areas they can occur are the ankles, wrists, and knees.Sprain and Strain both mean the same thing…which is a pull or tear to the body part. However, a Sprain is when this pulling/tearing occurs in a ligament or joint …

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Did you know that weight training is beneficial for everyone?

Weight training is a type of strength or resistance training that improves an individual’s strength and endurance. Many people think this sort of exercise is only done in the gym but it can also be done at home.Why do I need to do weights training if I’m not a bodybuilder, you may ask? Well, weight …

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Advice If You Are Training For A Marathon

Running is currently on brand! And marathons are a great way to showcase your training and stay on track. So as a physiotherapy clinic, we are bringing you some advice on how to prepare and train for a marathon!1. Training plan with Optimal LoadingThe average timeline to prepare for a marathon is 3 months, however, …

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How Runners Can Prevent Injuries With Hip & Core Exercises

One of the things all runners want to do is to reduce injuries and reduce time away from running.A recent study compared three programs to reduce lower limb injuries in runners. The three programs were;1. hip and core strength group2. ankle and foot strength group3. static stretching groupResults found that doing 20 to 35 minutes of …

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