The terms arthritis and rheumatism often come up in consultations, and they are quite often the source of a bit of confusion. The worst offender being rheumatism. Rheumatism is a term that has been used as a very vague diagnosis for inflammation of the muscles, joints...
Every ski season physiotherapists see a lot of skiing related injuries. Mostly knees and shoulders but also the occasional back, neck and thumbs. Ligament injuries to the knee are quite common, with the anterior cruciate ligament at particularly high risk due to the nature of skiing. Shoulder...
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...
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...
Do you love the Christmas Carol, Silent Night? The words are so peaceful and it's so calming to sing. It can't be rushed and the length of the notes are soothing. If you are feeling stressed and rather rushed this time of year, perhaps you...
Glorious autumn colour brings a smile to most people with a heart. Crunching through golden and red leaves is a joy remembered from childhood. Before the onset of true winter, plan in a wander this weekend through this glorious landscape and do your body and...
Are you asking your body to cope with long hours at a computer? Evolution has not yet caught up with the demands and our Physiotherapists see so many computer related injuries here. Many could be prevented by doing a few simple exercises every hour. Simply getting up and walking...
A condition not confined to tennis players, you may experience it as; - Pain on the outer edge of your elbow - Pain with gripping activities such as holding a tennis racket - Pain when lifting objects such as a kettle - Pain with driving - Weakness of your grip What...
Are you getting- - Pain with moving the arm such as when putting on a jacket, fastening a bra, or reaching into your back pocket? - Pain when reaching overhead or lifting objects? - Weakness with shoulder movements? Here’s How to Help Yourself - If you have sustained an injury,...
Welcome to Natasha (Tasha Furnell) Our lovely new Sports Massage Therapist. Tasha will treating patients Tuesday's, Thursday's and Saturdays for all of you who want an 'unwinding' after a hard week at a computer. No I'm not taking the micky- sitting here typing aware of...
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