As physiotherapists, we are often asked about the difference between acute and chronic pain. Below are how we would normally describe these terms. Acute Pain Acute pain covers a wide range of pains that can last from seconds to months. Acute pain normally lasts less than six...
Earlier this year a patient attended an appointment with a history of shoulder pain that had been present for several years following an injury at the gym. He had tried physiotherapy before and had extensive work on his rotator cuff and scapular biomechanics and had also...
As a physiotherapist, we are highly trained to look out for “red flag” symptoms which could indicate a very serious condition. These are few and far between, with many physiotherapists never coming across them in their careers. One Saturday I was seeing my last patient and...
Don’t train faster than your bones can rebuild Bones seem very strong and sturdy, and we tend to think of them as robust pillars that make up the scaffolding of our bodies. People are often surprised to learn that healthy bones are continually breaking down and...
Mental well-being is in the news so much but how does it affect your recovery time after injury? If your life is already stressed you may find recovery much slower than someone whose life is more balanced and calm. Being busy does not always equal stress. It’s...
No-one boasts about how much sleep they had do they? It's mostly the opposite "I only had 4 hours sleep last night and I feel terrible" Yet we do so little to prioritise one of the most important health giving benefits that is totally FREE. Poor...
It’s been lovely weather hasn’t it and it’s really important to stay topped up with water. We know most of our body is made of water and the greatest amount in in skin and muscles. It’s especially important for athletes but just us normal folk can...
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Many thanks to Dan Rolton for presentation and Q and A with physio's. It's great to get updates on new techniques and how we can work with the surgeons both pre-surgery and post-operative rehabilitation. For more information on his work follow the link here. https://www.circlehealth.co.uk/consultants/daniel-rolton...
New opportunity to join the wonderful team at the Warr Physio Clinic.We are looking for someone to treat private patients in our busy clinic. If you are a committed individual wishing to participate not only in clinical practice but in development of your skills with...
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