Knee pain can stem from various sources, including injuries, overuse, or post-surgery recovery. For those of us who love to stay active, knee pain can be a significant barrier to enjoying our favourite activities, especially as summer approaches and the weather is finally starting to improve! The emotional impact of being sidelined due to kneeRead More…
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Category: Knee Joint Pain
4 Reasons Why You Need Orthotics for Knee Pain Relief
Are you tired of feeling sidelined by persistent knee pain, missing out on those cherished moments that make life truly special? Maybe you’ve been recommended orthotics for knee pain relief, but you’re not sure what that means. Picture this: You’re struggling to keep up with your daily activities, whether it’s a leisurely stroll in theRead More…
Discover The Benefits Of Cupping Therapy As An Alternative To Massage
Are you struggling with a pulled muscle or niggling injuries in your back, legs, or shoulders that are stopping you from getting out for a walk or doing the weekly shop? We know you probably feel like you’ve tried everything from ice and heat therapy to exercises and it hasn’t eliminated the pain, or ifRead More…
How To Eliminate Knee Pain In Time For Christmas
Are you worried your knee pain may get in the way of your busy festive plans? We know Christmas is a very busy time for some. Whether it be visiting relatives, playing with the grandchildren on Christmas Day or putting the decorations up, there’s always something exciting happening. If niggling knee pain is a worryRead More…
Orthotic Insoles – A Powerful Pain Relief Tool
You might have seen them in the supermarket, heard of a friend using them, or read about them online, but exactly what are orthotic insoles, and are they worth getting? To help you answer this question, we have pulled together all the common questions that our team get asked about orthotic insoles and provide youRead More…
How To Reduce Knee Pain When Cycling – Plus 7 Easy Exercises To Keep You In The Saddle
Chronic knee pain is something many cyclists suffer from and everyone wants to reduce knee pain when cycling. It may have started off as a twinge, a slight feeling of discomfort, but that can develop into regular, constant pain that stops you from the enjoyment of cycling – and could even lead to surgery. WhateverRead More…
Running Tips For Beginners – Avoid Injuries And Improve Your Health
Running is usually one of the first things that people think about if they want to get a little bit fitter, lose some weight and feel healthier – so we have put together some running tips for beginners which are simple, easy to follow and will help reduce the chances of injury. When you areRead More…
Why Do I Get Knee Pain When Walking? – And What To Do About It
Suffering with annoying knee pain when walking, finding it harder and harder to do the weekly shop, and missing out on weekend strolls around Durham? Knee pain is an extremely common problem for people over 50, and we understand how frustrating it can be. A lot of patients visit our clinics after seeing their GPRead More…
The Fastest Way To Recover From Knee Replacement Surgery
Do you want to know the fastest way to recover from knee replacement surgery, so you can get back to moving as freely as possibly, and being able to do the daily activities you once took for granted? Or are you on the waiting list for knee replacement surgery, and wondering what the best wayRead More…
3 ‘Quick Fixes’ You THINK Help Knee Pain – But Don’t
A patient came into the clinic last week limping with knee pain and asked: “I’ve had this knee pain for a few weeks now, I’m not sure what I’ve done to it but I’ve tried taking paracetamol and that didn’t help. I was trying to rest it so that it wouldn’t hurt, but whenever IRead More…