What actually is a bursitis? I have recently been seeing quite a few clients suffering from bursitis, but very few actually know what a bursitis is. Now to understand a little about bursitis and why people get it you first need to know exactly what a bursae is. A bursae is a fluid … Read more
So I was out walking last night – around my estate – and I could help but notice the growing number of TV’s hanging high upon on the way. Watching TV is a habit. Some would say good, some would say not so good. Depends what your watching I guess. But the real issue that … Read more
The question I get asked the most in clinic is definitely this…… “What does massage actually do….?” Very simply it reduces pain and relaxes tight muscles (although my clients don’t often find it relaxing haha). In everything we do in life whether it be sport work or a mixture we use the … Read more
The shoulder blade or scapula as we physio’s know it plays a very important part in the function of the shoulder joint. This flat triangular shaped bone has the ability to move in lots of different directions and ultimately allows your arm to move properly Now, to understand why the shoulder blade is important you … Read more
In the past whenever I’ve heard someone say that posture is important, or that you can do damage if you don’t sit or stand currently i didn’t quite pay attention to the importance of it. There is nothing worse than hearing: “Stand up straight, or ” sit properly”, and “stop slouching!…” However sometimes it can’t … Read more
After a great trip to Disneyland Paris I’m sat enjoying the last few hours of my time off and aching everywhere……but a good ache knowing we’ve had a great time. My girlfriend’s little girl loved it…..her highlights were definitely when Minnie Mouse blew her a kiss and seeing Rapunzel….it’s all she’s talked about since! (come … Read more
Headaches and Migraines – A pain in the neck! But what Physio could do for you… Migraines, Tension Headaches, nausea, dizziness. We’ve seen it all in the clinic here at Paul Gough Physio Rooms. Chances are it’s people just like you. Fed up and frustrated of being told the same thing by their GP of- … Read more
Let me tell you a quick story. So yesterday my little by Harry made his debut at gym club. He’s just 16 months old and despite his occasional reluctance to follow the instructions of the tutor, he had a fun time running around in an environment set up by the Hartlepool Gymnastics club which encourages … Read more
Hey guys Jo Here (the massage queen) 🙂 Got something to ask you… Are you experiencing restricted movement and pain when moving in general? Typically your neck and shoulders? Sudden onset post stress? Many people suffer from sensitive spots in their muscles, often called trigger points. What are these I hear you say? Well…when you … Read more
This week my physio clinic took a call from a reader of the column who wanted to know the answer to this question on doing household tasks: “Is there anything medical – like stretches, that I can do to prepare for doing tasks such as moving furniture and decorating and the like. It’s often strenuous … Read more
