Osteopathy and physiotherapy are two of the most common therapies used today for improving mobility and promoting muscular relaxation. However, before we explain the unique benefits of each, it pays to understand some of the key differences between them. What is physiotherapy? The main goal of physiotherapy is to restore movement and function in someone … Read more
It’s the weekend every runner has been waiting for; the London marathon 2021 is upon us, and we’ve waited such a long time to see its return! It’s been two and a half years since we talked about the big race, and with the constant news of Brexit, Covid, and now petrol shortages, it’s terrific … Read more
Ultrasound-guided injections for plantar fasciitis using either steroid or PRP (Platelet-rich plasma) has been known to aid rehabilitation and speed up recovery. It is also used in the clinic for those who have chronic pain and have exhausted all other known treatments. However, it is important to gain a diagnosis and to encourage natural healing … Read more
There are many conditions that may cause hip pain in adults, ranging from muscle or tissue damage to chronic conditions such as arthritis. On average, 2.5 million people in the UK suffer from chronic hip pain, and due to cutbacks within the NHS, many people are left to seek private treatment. In many cases, operations … Read more
Knee pain in cyclists is not uncommon at least 90% of professional cyclists have experienced pain from overuse during a period of 12 months. Among professional bikers or those who cycle daily for commuting, overuse is the more common culprit. You may have heard this condition referred to as patellofemoral pain syndrome. Patellofemoral pain syndrome … Read more
It is clear that over the last 12 months many over 60’s, especially those with ongoing health issues, have remained isolated and confined within their home and gardens. While this has affected everyone’s mental health one way or another, new studies suggest those in the high-risk categories have also suffered physically, with many people reporting … Read more
It’s that time of year, the pavements are dry, the air is not too hot, and the excuses are “running out”, its time to get ready for the running season! Many of you will have probably packed away the running shoes back in 2020 when the chances of running events going ahead were bleak. It … Read more
We all know that what we eat can have a massive effect on our body, from weight gain to indigestion, skin problems to IBS but how much do we know about the impact diet has on our joints? In this article, we look at what diet types affect our joints, why, and more importantly, how … Read more
Scapholunate ligaments are found in the centre of the wrists and connect two of the small carpal bones together named the scaphoid and the lunate. The injury is often referred to, or better known as, a sprain. The scapholunate ligaments play an important roll in ensuring the bones move in unison giving you … Read more
It is incredibly important to maintain a healthy mind and body during the lockdown, and although the rules have been tightened, there still seems to be some controversy over how far is too far, when out and about. We have recently been told that you can leave the house to exercise and meet with one … Read more
Winter solace has passed, but just as the nights are getting lighter, the temperature seems to be dropping, and as with previous years, it is set to last until early spring. Every year around January, we see an influx of patients attending the surgery with joint pain such as arthritis. How does cold weather … Read more
Rotator Cuff Or Shoulder Impingement occurs when the subacromial bursa is pinched, causing the tendons and bursa to become inflamed and swollen. The swelling of the bursa is known as Bursitis, and the impingement occurs when the shoulder blade presses or rubs against the tendons and bursa. What are the Causes of Rotator Cuff … Read more
