A Scar is defined as an ‘area of fibrous tissue that replaces the normal skin after injury’; where we usually think of them from surgical procedures, accidents or the baddie from the Lion King. They can be rooted emotionally in relation to trauma or surgery or persistent pain for many years (orthopaedic surgeries, cancer/tumour removal, […] Read More
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Pilates: the ultimate exercise for pregnancy (and beyond!)
Congratulations! You’re expecting! There are likely a million questions running through your head, not least of them, ‘how do I stay fit and healthy during my pregnancy to help me prepare for birth and motherhood?’ Whether or not you have tried Pilates prior to your pregnancy, it is a fabulous form of exercise to keep […] Read More
Training for two! Tips on Exercising When You are Pregnant
When I found out I was pregnant, I immediately started to look into research on recommended exercises to stay ahead of the game. I instantly realised that there was a lot of dispute on what is good for you and what is bad when going through all trimesters. I have always thought when people say […] Read More
10 Tips & Tricks On How To Stay Fit & ‘Healthy’ On Holiday
How to stay fit and ‘healthy’ during your holiday by Annabel Gatjen Haven’t we all got the urge to get away soon? Because you all properly worked on your New Year resolutions for the last 4 months (which I am sure included to be more active and sporty!) this means you are finally – or […] Read More
What is National Raynaud’s Awareness Month?
February is National Raynaud’s Awareness month, but what is Raynaud’s? Raynaud’s is a condition where the small blood vessels in the hands, feet, ears, nose and nipples are over-sensitive to the slightest changes in temperature, the cold and sometimes stress. This may cause the fingers or toes to change colour, the extremities may be cold […] Read More
High Heels in the Workplace
Should Women Wear 2 inch High Heels to Work? Here is an article on a discrimination case about women being forced to wear 2 inch high heels at work. As a Physiotherapist, I am always trying to get women to think about their footwear as a high heel may cause: undue pressure on the foot […] Read More