SMARTPHYSIO Blog

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, amidst the chaos of work deadlines, social engagements, and responsibilities, we often overlook the simplest yet most crucial element for our well-being: water. It's the elixir of life, the often-underestimated solution that plays a pivotal role in our sleep recovery and injury repair processes. Sleep, a cornerstone of our health, is more than just a period of rest; it's a time when our body works tirelessly to repair, rejuvenate,

18 October 2023 Chartered Physiotherapist and Sleep expert, Sammy Margo, has given the Volkswagen California a five-star rating for sleep...

Back pain affects millions of people worldwide, and it is a leading cause of disability and missed workdays. One factor that can exacerbate back pain is poor quality sleep. Sleep is essential for the body's repair, restoration, and recovery processes, and when these processes are disrupted, it can lead to an increase in pain and discomfort. The Connection between Sleep and Pain Studies have shown that there is a bidirectional relationship between sleep and pain. Poor quality

ARTHRITIS is a painful chronic condition that affects millions of people in the UK. Working from home has resulted in more people experiencing chronic pain. Express.co.uk talked to Physiotherapist Sammy Margo, to find out how you can reduce your chances of developing the condition. By CHRISTOPHER SHARP FOR THE DAILY EXPRESS 04:00, Sun, Jan 16, 2022 “Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin” A phrase out of time, specifically out of the BBC Radio programme ‘Listen with M

Summer is finally here. The days are beautiful long and warm. The hot nights are a challenge. Just because the sun is out, it doesn’t lessen your need for sleep. The temperature of our surrounding environment is one of the key factors that influences sleep. Hot temperatures make it harder for the body to shed heat and cool itself. Steamy and humid nights cause people to wake more often during the night, reducing sleep efficiency. So how is this relevant to repair and recovery

Do you often find yourself wondering how to wake up early? If you’re someone who hits the snooze button every morning, feeling more tired than when you went to bed, you’re not the only one. Having the best pillow and most comfortable duvet can make it incredibly hard to leave your bed, but there are a number of other reasons you could be struggling to get up early every day, one of those being your genes. “We’re all programmed to some degree to either be a morning lark who w

Updated / Friday, 19 Mar 2021 14:29 Getting a good night's kip can be a challenge. Suffering from a sleep disorder can take a massive toll on a person’s mental health, but it’s no easy being kept awake by your bedmate’s continual tossing and turning. It’s thought a third of people will suffer episodes of insomnia at some point and it’s thought to have affected more people in lockdown. That said, it’s never too late to regain control of the sleeping habits in your relationshi

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

IF you spent Christmas gorging on turkey, stuffing and mince pies, chances are you’re feeling a little sluggish. “The Christmas period can leave you feeling bloated, stressed and tired,” explains nutritionist Kim Pearson. 11 Check out these age-specific ways to beat the Christmas bloat “Alcohol and a poor diet over a few days can lead to constipation, a feeling of fullness, even low moods.” LYNSEY HOPE has spoken to some of the UK’s top experts to reveal how you can beat the