SMARTPHYSIO Blog

From an achy back to throbbing wrists, joint pain may feel like an inevitable part of getting older. Indeed, nearly nine million Britons suffer from osteoarthritis – the most common type of arthritis, associated with the wearing down of joints and the body’s attempts to repair them – with most people who get it developing it in their mid-40s or older. However, musculoskeletal conditions are more widespread than you might think. These are problems to do with your joints, bo

People exercise for an average of eight minutes less per session in winter than in summer, research has found. But now could be the best...

ASK THE EXPERT WINTER SLEEP TIPS DURING LOCKDOWN By Sammy Margo, sleep expert for Sleepeezee and author of The Good Sleep Guide. Winter during lockdown can leave us feeling sluggish and low. The shift in temperature darkness and lockdown will affect our sleep patterns. Chartered physiotherapist, sleep expert for Sleepeezee and author of The Good Sleep Guide, Sammy Margo, shares her practical tips for getting a good night’s sleep during these challenging times. Keep it cool Wh