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Do you have a tendonitis? Are you suffering from plantar fasciitis? Achilles tendonitis? Have you tried Shockwave Therapy? Shockwave therapy machines pass short, intense energy sound waves, travelling faster than the speed of sound, into affected tissues. This causes micro-trauma, increases blood flow and stimulates an acute inflammatory response which aids the healing process. Shockwave therapy is widely used in physiotherapy, podiatry, sports medicine, urology and orthopaed

Most people will experience tightness in their back it at some point in their lives. Four experts reveal the causes and how to relieve pain The Times Thursday February 23 2023, 12.01am, The Times Fitness and Wellbeing Health Sammy Margo, physiotherapist Lower back tension is often accompanied by pain, aching, spasms, stiffness and cramping. There are several simple stretches and exercises you can do to improve flexibility and strength, and hence reduce tension in your back

Saturday January 30 2021, 12.01am, The Times written by Peta Bee Long days at laptops have taken a physical toll. Here are the best...

BACK pain is a common complaint from the British public, particularly now people have been asked to work at home to help prevent further spread of coronavirus. So Dr Dawn Harper and physiotherapist Sammy Margo have shared their expertise which includes five exercises to relieve the ache. What are they? Back pain is an uncomfortable reality of modern life. Whether it's from bad posture or for sitting down for hours at a time, how can you relieve the pain? Dr Dawn Harper and ph

Are smartphones a pain in the neck? According to new research carried out by a US doctor, they are far worse – “text neck” is becoming an epidemic that could lead to permanent damage . The posture we adopt as we stare at our phones, according to the surgeon behind the paper, increases the stress on the neck and can cause excessive wear and tear that may eventually require an operation to correct it. Dr Kenneth Hansraj says that although our heads weigh between

A simple set of exercises designed especially for older people to help everyone stay active at home Expert physiotherapists have designed a set of six simple exercises that you can do from your own home to make sure that you are getting some exercise. Strengthening your muscles will improve your mood, help your sleeping patterns, bring benefits for your overall health and wellbeing and importantly prevent deconditioning. Getting started is easy, try out the strength and balan

Working from home seems to be the new 'norm,' and looks like it is here to stay for a while. As a practice we had to treat a huge number...

“ Joint stiffness or pain, especially in the load-bearing joints such as the knees or lower back, could be a warning sign for the start of something more serious and can affect anyone at any age. Young adults that lead active lifestyles are just as at risk of developing joint conditions from repetitive injuries or over usage as an adult that experiences arthritic conditions due to their age. Adding a supplement to your daily routine, alongside maintaining a well-balanced and

Working from home or in a hybrid setup can have a significant impact on your body. Without the right workstation arrangement, neck pain, back pain and other problems can develop over time. Working from home in a 'make shift' setting can flare up underlying injuries and based on research and experience, bad working postures can lead to aches and pains. We can help you sort out your work set up and ensure that you are meeting your legal requirements.We do this by assessing

My background in professional football at Barnet Football Club, professional skiing in Val d'Isere and athletics has given me insight into how to look after knees. And 30 years later I am seeing these young knees become less young. Here are some tips to get on top of your knee problems The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the body making it extremely vulnerable. One in four adults are affected with knee joint problems most of them being over 50 years old.

Working from home - easy exercises Working from home? Try building the following exercises into your working day to help avoid aches and pains associated with being sedentary. Make sure you move regularly throughout the day to help reduce stress. Break up prolonged periods of sitting with short bursts of activity to improve your mental health and circulation. This can be small amounts of light walking, moving around the house, cleaning, gardening or going up and down the stai

Sitting has been exposed as the new smoking; with experts calculating it kills 70,000 people prematurely every year. Now new research reveals that millions could also be further putting themselves at risk with long hours sitting down on the job, and slouching on the sofa evening. A new campaign – backed by Mentholatum — makers of a range of evidence-based muscle and joint products and the brains behind a public health initiative – MIND YOUR BACK – has been launched this Self

If you have sore joints but still want to stay active, these home workouts are designed to be gentle on your body. They are ideal for anyone with arthritis, joint pain or reduced mobility who wants to exercise safely at home. Chartered Physiotherapist Sammy Margo exclusively shares her expertise with on effective home workouts. Don't worry about specialised equipment, all you need is your body. In order to get rid of visceral fat, the most effective method is to "keep movin

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Frozen Shoulder Do you have a frozen shoulder? Shoulder joints are the most mobile joints in our bodies,[i] but we tend to take them for...

Why choose physiotherapy? Becoming a physiotherapist means you can play a key role in enabling people to improve their health, wellbeing...

When it comes to our morning and sleep routines, most of us have very different styles. Some of us (ahem, night owls) might hit snooze a...