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As the New Year approaches, many of us are contemplating our resolutions. Whether it's drinking more water, eating better, or focusing on overall well-being, our health is often at the forefront. As a Physiotherapist, I believe it's essential to emphasise the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle, especially for those over 50. Why Exercise After 50? Staying active as we age is critical not only for prolonging our physical health but also for helping our emotional and

On World Stroke Day , we come together to raise awareness of stroke and its impact on individuals and their families. As an...

In the wake of the King's diagnosis and various cancer awareness months in the beginning of the year, I would like to highlight the ways in which physiotherapy can help you through an emotionally and physically tough time. After working first hand with cancer patients at the oncology centre in St George's Hospital I am intimately aware of the struggles the diagnosis can present for patients and family members. It is evident that people usually are not aware of the support tha

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 training? There are many reasons to train your parent's carer Ensures all

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

For those of you that are interested in a our local history, Hampstead Physiotherapy - Sammy Margo Physiotherapy has been established and...

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

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...

“ 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

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...