Return to Running After Childbirth
There is much pressure in the media for women to get their figures back and return to previous sports after giving birth. It is important however, that women take the…
Sciatica……a pain in the bum
By Samantha Berry You may have heard of sciatica or even experienced it, in which case you will know how painful it can be. However, this condition that causes pain…
How to recognise and treat your Achilles Tendinitis
by Laura Oxley I recently completed a Masters Degree in Advanced Physiotherapy, during which I delved into some areas more than others. One of these is a very debilitating problem…
Achilles Tendinitis Treatment: How can I cure my achilles tendon pain?
by Laura Oxley Here is Part 2 of my Achilles Tendinitis blog. To recap Part 1, we now know that we don’t want to treat our Achilles tendinitis, or tendinopathy…
The Physio will zoom you now.!!
Online physiotherapy isn’t a new concept! It has been used very successfully for a number of years, primarily helping people who can’t get time off work, who’s injury prevents them…
Plantar Fasciopathy……plantar fascia whaty? You just have to live with it don’t you?
Earlier this week when I was driving to work I spotted a Post Lady hobbling down the street with her heavy bag. I thought to myself ‘that foot looks painful,…
Can a disc slip?
It’s that time of the year again when the sun has finally come out and many of us venture out into the garden for the first time. This often brings…
Pilates – A potted history
Many people have heard of Pilates but not so many know that Pilates was actually a person. Joseph Humbertus Pilates was born in 1880 in Germany. He was a rather…
How to perfect the Pilates rest position
Sam explains what you need to do to get yourself in the ideal Pilates rest position, the foundation for your matwork Pilates exercises. Go through this sequence every time you…
Dizziness – Could it be caused by a condition treatable with physiotherapy called BPPV?
If you have ever experienced an episode of dizziness you will know how debilitating it can be. Dizziness affects between 20% and 40% of the population and can be caused…