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POSTED BY ALICE BARRACLOUGH FOR WORKOUTS SERIES Strong Women From preventing back and knee pain, to improving your balance and...

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...

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

“ 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

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.

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

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...

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...