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How To Prevent The Most Common Tennis Injuries

Whether you play all year round, or only get your racquet out for a few months every summer - the key to an enjoyable tennis season is making sure you stay injury free.

In this article, we’ll look at some of the more frequent conditions we see in our clinic, and how to prevent common tennis injuries while you’re playing this summer. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3NEeEuL

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Aquatherapy: Swimming For Physiotherapy

Swimming for physiotherapy has been proven to be particularly beneficial if you’re suffering from lower back pain. A study published by the International Journal of Advanced Research found that swimming can not only reduce lower back pain but also increase the range of motion and function of patients. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XqceUQ

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Epsom Salt In Everyday Life

After a challenging day at work or a rigorous workout, there’s often nothing better than a warm, relaxing bath to help ease muscle tension and calm a busy mind.

If you’re a fan of a good soak, you might already be familiar with Epsom salt as a popular addition to your bath. Many athletes, celebrities, wellness gurus, and medical professionals are vocal in their support of Epsom salt for promoting relaxation and as a solution for aching joints and muscles. Read more here: https://bit.ly/44jUAVl

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Managing and Treating Muscle Pain From Excessive Sneezing

For most of us, when we sneeze, it’s not something we tend to worry too much about. It might send us scrambling for a tissue or handkerchief, but it doesn’t really affect our daily lives in any significant way.

But this unfortunately isn’t the case for everyone. For some people, it can be a little more serious and they can actually experience muscle pain from sneezing. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Ii0GfZ

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Spring Back Into Action: Stretching Exercises For Walks and Strolls In The Springtime

The clocks have gone forward. The lighter nights are here. The weather is finally starting to get warmer. You might be finding yourself with a renewed sense of enthusiasm for getting outdoors and enjoying a more active lifestyle. Read more here: bit.ly/43aarV7

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Preparing For Long Walks and Strolls In The Spring

Have you found it difficult to keep up with your ideal fitness routine over winter? If you’ve struggled to stay on top of your fitness goals while it’s been cold and dark outside, you’re not alone. A poll of 1000 UK adults found that only 14% were motivated to keep up with a regular exercise routine over the winter months. Read more here: bit.ly/444ymGQ

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Work-From-Home Wrist Workouts: Preventing and Managing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The number of people working from home in the UK has increased significantly since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020.

We’re seeing an increase in the number of patients coming to us with work-related complaints such as wrist pain since they began working from home. Read more: http://bit.ly/3no65uA

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The need for physiotherapy in senior years

As you get older, you’re more likely to suffer from pain and stiffness, a reduction in mobility and flexibility and a decline in your balance and coordination. You also become more at risk for certain neurological conditions.

But aged care physiotherapy can help you to maintain your strength and mobility as you get older and make living with certain conditions more comfortable.

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Preventing and Managing Winter Arthritis Flare-ups

When the cold weather sets in, it can impact our bodies in a variety of different ways. One of the most common conditions that often worsens during the winter months is arthritis.

If you suffer from arthritis, working with a physiotherapist on a winter arthritis management plan can help symptoms become more manageable during the winter months. Read more: http://bit.ly/3XVkKKs

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Today's Generation: What is ‘Text Neck’?

The increased use of smartphones is having a negative impact on the neck health of people all across the UK.

With average adults in the UK spending more than 4 hours per day using their mobile devices, it’s easy to understand why text neck is becoming more of a common issue. Read more: http://bit.ly/3YPFlAq

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New Year, New You: Embracing Physiotherapy in Everyday Life

January is the time of year when many people make resolutions to improve their health and well-being. But a common mistake that people make is being too ambitious in their resolutions. In this post, we’ll look at physiotherapist advice for approaching a more active lifestyle, and how physiotherapy might be helpful on your path to achieving your goals. Read more: https://bit.ly/3wEuTQi

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Benefits of Paediatric Physiotherapy at Home

It’s common for children to feel uncomfortable around hospitals and medical settings. This can sometimes make it challenging for parents to make sure their children get the medical advice and paediatric physiotherapy support that they need.

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Restoring your Post-Pregnancy Body Shape

During pregnancy, your body undergoes a number of significant changes to support the growth and development of your baby. As you progress through your trimesters, your body stores increasing amounts of fat to support your pregnancy and provide nourishment to your baby. Read more: https://bit.ly/3C7zfmd

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Managing Pregnancy Discomfort

Pregnancy can be a wonderful time, but it can also be challenging for some women. The physical changes that a woman's body goes through can be difficult to cope with, and some women may experience discomfort or pain. Read more: https://bit.ly/3C2MEvW

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Lower Back Exercises at Work to Prevent and Alleviate Lower Back Pain

Have you ever felt soreness or stiffness in your lower back? You’re not alone. It’s estimated that 8 out of 10 people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives, and a study by Nuffield Health estimates that around 6 million people in the UK are currently living with ongoing back pain. Many patients find that their lower back issues are work-related. Read more: http://bit.ly/3iHUp3j

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How Physiotherapy Can Help With Pelvic Health Issues

Physiotherapy can be an effective treatment for many pelvic floor injuries. However, it’s not the right solution for everyone. If you have chronic pain in your pelvis, have major incidents of incontinence, or have a pelvic organ prolapse, it’s important to seek medical guidance from your GP before starting physiotherapy for your pelvic floor muscles. Read more: http://bit.ly/3Vf9kAq

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Innovations on Shockwave Therapy in Shoulder and Neck Pain

To any and everybody who’s experienced it, neck and shoulder pain is a nuisance! You’ve tried hot towels, massage and stretching but it still won’t shift, what’s next? Shockwave therapy…

Don’t be alarmed, shockwave therapy is by no means new technology. It was first introduced to the clinical setting in 1982 for the treatment of urologic conditions. Read more: https://bit.ly/3TAnUB4