Do you currently struggle with a pain or an injury – but are finding it difficult to make time during the week to go and see a physio? Have you been to physio but find that you are constantly having to cancel or reschedule because of meetings or other priorities during the week? Did you […] Read More
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Disc Degeneration is not due to wear and tear!
Are we wearing out? It is a common held belief that disc degeneration of the spine is a result of aging and ‘wear & Tear’ from mechanical overload or injury. However recent research strongly disputes this argument! The Twin Study: Disc Degeneration The Twin Spine Study which initially started in 1991 looked at both identical […] Read More
Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Help with Chronic Low Back pain
Chronic Low Back Pain Can be a debilitating problem for many – trapped in repeated cycles of pain! Sufferers can often go through repeated imaging, failed therapeutic treatments and regular prescribed painkillers all to no avail. This can be frustrating, stressful and lead to anxiety for many. CBT: The Evidence However there is growing evidence […] Read More
Exercise Vs Surgery for Shoulder Pain
The Amazing Shoulder Shoulder Pain Exercise & Surgery The shoulder allows us to do all sorts of wonderful things from the physical – throwing a ball or climbing a wall! To the less physical getting dressed, feeding and even painting! It is the most mobile joint in the body which is controlled almost entirely by […] Read More
Running Makes the back Stronger
Is running good for the spine? Does running Makes back Stronger? It has long been questioned whether running is actually good for our backs. Due to the forces that may be generated when we pound the streets or jog round our local parks. However there is emerging evidence that it’s actually very healthy for our […] Read More
Happy National Pilates Day!
Pilates Happy National Pilates Day. I am sure you have heard of Pilates. Everyone has. But what on earth is it? Pilates is a form of low impact exercise with a focus on posture, alignment and core stability. The exercises we teach today are adapted from Joseph Pilates’ original technique from the 1920’s. It was […] Read More