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BACK pain is a common complaint from the British public, particularly now people have been asked to work at home to help prevent further spread of coronavirus. So Dr Dawn Harper and physiotherapist Sammy Margo have shared their expertise which includes five exercises to relieve the ache. What are they? Back pain is an uncomfortable reality of modern life. Whether it's from bad posture or for sitting down for hours at a time, how can you relieve the pain? Dr Dawn Harper and ph

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

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

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

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...

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...