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Have You Been Experiencing Neck Pain?

Neck pain is a common injury that affects almost every individual at least once in their lifetime. Due to its location, neck pain can bring along additional issues such as headaches, stiffness, or difficulty moving your head. That’s why it’s important to seek treatment early on.What does neck pain feel like?Some people describe neck pain as …

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When Should You Be Concerned About Pins And Needles?

Almost all of us experience pins and needles! The uncomfortable tingling typically occurs when we sit or lie in a certain position for too long, causing pressure to be placed on our nerves or vascular structure. Often, all it takes to relieve the pressure is changing positions, massaging our body part, or walking it off.However, …

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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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Welcome To The Team Annabelle!

We would like to give a warm welcome to Annabelle, our new Senior Physiotherapist!   Annabelle is an experienced senior sport and musculoskeletal Physiotherapist. She graduated from King’s College London in 2009, where she received her Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physiotherapy. Annabelle gained extensive clinical experience working in private and public services in London and Oxford …

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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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Why Do Physios Prescribe Exercises?

There are 2 types of treatment when you come to see a physiotherapist!The first is Passive Intervention which is the treatment performed by the physio. Dry needling, taping, scenar, and manual therapy – mobilisation and tractions are all great examples of this type of intervention. These usually aim to reduce pain and improve flexibility.The second is Active Intervention which …

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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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