Frozen Shoulder – can Acupuncture help?
I wanted to share this research article after stumbling across it online. The study by Asheghan et al. (2016) aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Acupuncture in the treatment of Frozen Shoulder. Patients were given 10 sessions of Acupuncture over 5 weeks. Pain...
Enhancing Athletic Performance with Remedial Massage Therapy – By John Preece
As a remedial massage therapist with a special interest in musculoskeletal dysfunction, I frequently work with athletes looking to improve performance and recover from injuries. Remedial massage therapy is a powerful tool in the sports world, offering targeted...
Why don’t people do their physio exercises? Part 1 – Is it your Physio’s fault?
Every patient who has seen a Physio will be set homework in the form of exercise programmes. The literature comprehensively states that most injuries will have a positive benefit from exercise-based treatment at some stage in the rehabilitation process. Be it...
Maximizing Recovery: The Synergy of Physiotherapy and Remedial Massage Therapy – By John Preece
As a remedial therapist with expertise in musculoskeletal dysfunction and chronic conditions, I often emphasize the complementary benefits of Physiotherapy and Remedial Massage Therapy. Together, these therapies can significantly enhance recovery and rehabilitation,...
Tips For Decluttering
Handy tips for decluttering your home - by Sonia Bostock Feeling overwhelmed by the constant mess and needing to spend all weekend cleaning, I decided I needed to make a change. Knowing I had time off when changing jobs, I committed to myself that I was going to do a...
Sciatica: It’s a pain in the butt!
How to manage yourself and when to seek help - by Chantelle Buck Sciatica is a commonly used term to indicate burning/shooting pain that starts in the glute and runs down the back of your leg. This can happen when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated in the lower...
Breaking the Cycle of Chronic Pain: Discover Remedial Massage Therapy
As a remedial therapist specializing in musculoskeletal dysfunction and chronic conditions, I frequently encounter individuals who believe they must endure constant pain. This pervasive myth can lead to unnecessary suffering and a diminished quality of life....
6 Top Tips for Youngsters to Stay Injury Free
Being a youngster in sport is both exciting and character building. However, there is nothing more frustrating to young sportsmen and women than getting injured. Every day, parents ask me questions about how to keep their children fit and injury free. I...
Love Your Curves: The Truth about Scoliosis
By definition, scoliosis is a three dimensional curvature of the spine. It is extremely common. One in twenty 10-18 year olds will have a scoliosis of some degree. In 80% of those cases, the cause is unknown. Myth Buster 1: Scoliosis is not caused by so...
Unlocking the Power of Physiotherapy: How It Can Ease Your Knee Arthritis
KNEE ARTHRITISToday, I want to shed some light on a topic that could make a world of difference for anyone dealing with knee arthritis – Physiotherapy! Knee arthritis can affect our daily lives, making simple tasks like walking, climbing stairs, or even bending down...