by Elizabeth Webster | Jul 11, 2018 | Arthritis, back pain, Degeneration, General Physiotherapy |
Physical Effects of Ageing The natural ageing process affects the body in many ways, including a reduction in muscle strength and bone density and an increase in body fat and joint stiffness, all of which contribute towards a change in older people’s mobility and...
by Elizabeth Webster | May 15, 2018 | Knee Injury, Sports Physio, Ultrasound |
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people around the world. It occurs as a result of the general wear and tear of the protective cartilage in joints, with one of the most commonly affected areas being knee joints. Due to the...
by Elizabeth Webster | May 8, 2018 | tennis elbow |
Despite what the name suggests, most cases of Tennis Elbow aren’t related to the sport at all. The condition is caused by a strain to tendons in the forearm and can be brought on by any activity which involves gripping and twisting. The Chartered Society of...
by Elizabeth Webster | Mar 13, 2018 | back pain |
Back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come for physiotherapy treatment. As anyone who has suffered from back problems knows, the condition can quickly take hold, leading to pain in other areas and this can dramatically affect your day to day life. There...
by Elizabeth Webster | Feb 20, 2018 | back pain, Pregnancy |
Common Issues During Pregnancy If you’re expecting a baby at the moment…congratulations! It’s a wonderfully exciting time, but unfortunately can also go hand in hand with pain and discomfort for many women. Up to two thirds of pregnant women experience back pain...
by Elizabeth Webster | Dec 18, 2017 | Knee Injury, Skiing, Sports Physio |
With the ski season just beginning and many heading to the slopes for some winter sports, we look at how best to avoid injuries so you can make the most of your holiday… RISK OF INJURY WHEN SKIING The risk of injury when skiing is actually fairly low, with just...
by Elizabeth Webster | Nov 9, 2017 | back pain, General Physiotherapy, neck pain, Pilates |
What is Pilates? Pilates is a form of low impact exercise with a focus on strengthening muscles and improving posture, alignment and core stability. It uses slow, precise movements, combined with controlled breathing. The technique was developed by Joseph Pilates in...
by Elizabeth Webster | Oct 31, 2017 | Uncategorized |
Common Running Injuries Running is one of the most popular ways to stay fit (it’s free and you can do it anytime and anywhere!), however it is also one of the most common sports for causing injuries. It is thought that at any one time, approximately 25% of all runners...
by Elizabeth Webster | Oct 3, 2017 | back pain, headaches, neck pain |
Types of Headaches & Migraines Headaches and migraines are extremely common, affecting almost two thirds of the population at one time or another and resulting in millions of doctors appointments every year. There are many different types, with the main ones...
by Elizabeth Webster | Sep 26, 2017 | Ultrasound |
What is Ultrasound Therapy? Ultrasound therapy is an electrotherapy which has been used by physiotherapists since the 1940s. High frequency sound waves are applied using an ultrasonic head around the site of a deep tissue injury, in order to stimulate blood...
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