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ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY AND SHOCK WAVE THERAPY
After a great discussion seminar with Mr Ghassemi an expert on foot and ankle we covered a range of interesting topics. He shared...
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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DO YOU HAVE A FROZEN SHOULDER
We had a special guest come visit us at the clinic last month to discuss Frozen Shoulders. Consultant Kush Joshi discussed with our team...
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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Endometriosis and neuropathic pain
There is limited direct evidence establishing a clear relationship between neuropathic pain and endometriosis. Endometriosis is a...
Feb 6, 20242 min read
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FRONT OR BACK?
Front or back? Working out in the mirror is helpful for form and it’s important not to forget the back bits also know as the posterior...
Jan 28, 20242 min read
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HANDS ON TREATMENT IS WHAT WE OFFER
Hands-on treatments, often referred to as manual therapy, encompass a range of techniques performed by healthcare professionals using...
Jan 21, 20242 min read
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DO YOU HAVE A FROZEN SHOULDER?
What can you do to help it? Delighted to have a visit from Kush Joshi at Sammy Margo MSc MCSP MMACP HCPC AACP to discuss the conservative...
Jan 10, 20241 min read
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Why do some articles go viral and others don't?
Having written and contributed to thousand of articles over the past 30 years I have noticed that it's difficult to predict articles...
Jan 8, 20242 min read
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why do some article go viral and others don't?
It’s freezing cold, the days are dark and we’ve even had snow throughout the UK already. Now, this weather may have you reaching for your...
Jan 7, 20242 min read
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DRINK MORE WATER for sleep, Recovery and Injury Repair
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, amidst the chaos of work deadlines, social engagements, and responsibilities, we often...
Jan 2, 20242 min read
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HOW CAN PHYSIOTHERAPY HELP A STROKE?
The onset of a stroke can be a very frightening experience for patients and loved ones, I know from my personal experience working in an...
Nov 12, 20232 min read
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CHAIR BASED EXERCISES
Chair-based classes offer several benefits for residents. Here are some of the key advantages: 1. Physical Health: Chair-based exercises...
Oct 29, 20231 min read
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California Dreamin’: Sleep expert puts Volkswagen California to the ultimate ‘rest test’ for a good
18 October 2023 Chartered Physiotherapist and Sleep expert, Sammy Margo, has given the Volkswagen California a five-star rating for sleep...
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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Parkinson's disease
Written by Caitlin Erlank Physiotherapist BSc HCPC MCSP AACP What is it? Parkinson's Disease is a progressive neurological condition that...
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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How many languages do you speak?
Running a multi-lingual practice with physiotherapists who speak one or more languages offers several advantages, both for the practice...
Sep 17, 20231 min read
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Modern slavery and human trafficking
Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking At SMARTPHYSIO we are fully aware of our responsibilities to our patients and colleagues and have a...
Sep 11, 20231 min read
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DID YOU HAVE A HOT SlEEPLESS NIGHT?
This increase in heat particularly in this very late summer of 2023 may prevents the optimal release of your sleepy hormone melatonin and...
Sep 10, 20233 min read
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ALMOST A WINNER
Are you a winner? I was almost a winner this week I came second this time and yes I was disappointed but deserved it as I had been...
Sep 3, 20231 min read
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Is strength training for you?
Is strength training for you? It definitely is for me and you will find me everyday early morning in the gym working on different body...
Sep 3, 20232 min read
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HOW LONG WILL MY INJURY TAKE TO GET BETTER?
Patients always ask this question and it's important to go back to the basics of timeframes for healing. This is one of the first and...
Jul 21, 20232 min read
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ARE YOU WORKING FROM HOME? DO YOU NEED A WORKSTATION ASSESSMENT?
As a physiotherapist, I have witnessed an alarming increase in ergonomic-related issues resulting from prolonged periods of working in...
Jun 22, 20232 min read
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