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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...

Carer training is the provision of specific skills training for those who care for your loved one. Care companies and family members often need a bit of extra training to be able to confidently help with transfers or handling, safely use equipment, and many other aspects of your parent's care We can offer specific training sessions, and produce instructions on specific skills. What is the point of carer trained? There are many reasons to train your parent's carer Ensures all

It's icy out there so please take care! I see so many slips and trips, so here are my tips to minimise the possibility of slipping over....

The term 'dementia' is used to describe the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by specific diseases and conditions. Dementia...

Because every stroke is different, there is no set pattern for recovering from one. The quickest recovery takes place in the days and...

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

Physiotherapy plays an essential part in promoting and maintaining mobility for people in care homes as well as in their own homes. Losing the ability to move freely and experience independence is a huge fear for a lot of people. As we age, these possibilities become a little closer to reality, and it can be difficult to know what you can do to keep your independence as time goes on. There are a number of ways to increase mobility as well as ways to ensure that you don’t lose

There is much we are still learning about Covid-19 and one thing we know for certain is that the road to recovery isn’t always straightforward. Don’t feel worried or discouraged if it takes a while to get your energy and fitness back. The following advice is designed to help you on your road to recovery. Advice to help your recovery from Covid-19 While rest is important to recovery, it is also essential that you are as active as you can be to rebuild your strength. This will

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...

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

“ 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

Many of you will now be working from home the foreseeable future. This is a huge change in the way we work and the space that we work in. 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 your work station set up and make adjustments to th

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.

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

Swimming pools at leisure centres and gyms are now closed to the public. With the weather becoming bitterly cold,here are the best...

1. Just do it That's the overwhelming message. If there's one thing that can help you hold back the years for your brain and your body...

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...