Have you ever had a headache so bad it’s made you want to hide and crawl under a dark blanket? Headaches and migraines can be annoying. They often feel like they come from nowhere and can ruin your day. But did you know this? Headaches and migraines can actually come on because of shoulder and/orRead More…
Are you familiar with this feeling?… When Friday approaches, you may feel relieved not to have the stresses of work weighing over you for two days. Also known as ‘that Friday feeling’… But What would you say if I told you stress can be a good thing? You’d probably think I’m crazy right? Well, I’mRead More…
Quick question: Do you ever find yourself feeling tired alllllll of the time? Especially after a long day at work, or a day running around after the grandchildren? Well, let me tell you this, that tired feeling doesn’t have to be something you have to ‘put up with’ day in day out. Maybe it’s not havingRead More…
With England playing in the Euro 2016 next week, and as a former professional football physio, I know the importance of a cool down and how it stops you feeling stiff in the morning. However even for people who don’t do sports, feeling stiff in the mornings can be a problem. A client last weekRead More…
Had this question asked in my clinic this week that I wanted to share with you (It’s a common question I often get asked about posture)… ’Paul, I’ve recently had Repetitive Strain Injury from work and although I’ve been given a wrist rest for when I’m on the computer, I still seem to suffer fromRead More…
It’s that time of year again, and chances are that at some time in your life you’ve made a New Year’s Resolution – and then broken it. You’ve probably sat down and made a list of habit-changing, self-improving, mood-boosting things that you vow to do next year. However come the end of January, most ofRead More…
As we head into winter, the same thing might happen to you as it does most people… And if you already find it hard enough to deal with stress in your day-to-day life, chances are you find it even more difficult with the festive frenzy that comes around this time of year. And even thoughRead More…
Let’s presume it’s the start of summer and we’re in May (which is national walking month), one of the most perfect times of the year to get out and enjoy the fresh air and the sights of your town. Now, on the face of it, walking appears to be a really safe way to keepRead More…
As with easing and ending back pain, there are things you can be doing to ease knee pain naturally – that means without taking painkillers or needing injections or surgery. First, make sure your knee muscles are strong enough to cope with the life you want to live. These days, everyone thinks the answer toRead More…
Let’s talk about some daily habits that might be able to keep you healthy and active this summer: It’s tempting to think that you have to go for a walk or a run – even a bike ride… but sometimes those sorts of activities aren’t possible if the weather doesn’t assist. So with that inRead More…