The Great North Run is just around the corner, and whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, now’s the time to fine-tune your preparation. With less than two weeks to go, making sure you’re in peak condition can make all the difference on race day. We’ve put together some simple tips and essential stretches … Read more
Foot and ankle pain is quite a common issue that affects many people, from athletes to office workers and everyone in between. This type of pain can arise from various conditions, including plantar fasciitis, arthritis, tendonitis, and more. With the arrival of summer, many of us are looking forward to being more active, enjoying outdoor … Read more
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 knee … Read more
As summer approaches and the world comes alive with activity, the last thing anyone wants is to be sidelined by lower back pain when walking or running. Whether it’s exploring scenic trails, strolling along the beach, or simply enjoying a leisurely walk in the park, back pain can put a damper on outdoor adventures. But … Read more
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 are … Read more
Blog by our sports physio, Jo. With everyone increasing their fitness to get that ‘summer body’ and enjoying the outdoors a bit more now the clocks have gone forward (thank god!!!) I have witnessed a few side effects to this health kick.. Many people especially the runners have reported a ‘cramping’ symptom… What is a … Read more
Extract written by our very own Massage Queen, Jo 🙂 Have you taken up a new hobby after the Christmas period? Or are you sticking to your New Years Resolution? Yes?… Ah brill, good to know it’s not just me on a health kick. This past month alone I’ve seen many clients who have … Read more
Is ligament damage worse than muscle damage? This is a question I hear from every client when I tell them they’ve damaged their ligaments and usually it’s going to take a little longer than it would be to heal the same degree of damage in a muscle. In order to fully answer this … Read more
Kev the massage king here, nice to see you’re back again! Now lets get started and the topic for this month’s blog from me is…Tendonitis. I’ve had a few cases of tendonitis to different parts of the body this past month and they’ve got three things in common…. There’s a weakness in the muscle or … Read more
Well fancy seeing you here…Today I want to talk to you about… Ice or Heat? Now here is a question I get asked a lot about which works best and for an injury. Most people know that Applying ice or heat to an injured area can help speed up recovery, however from my experience… lots … Read more
