Urinary Incontinence
October 21, 2011 by jacqui
Filed under Physiotherapy
URINARY INCONTINENCE is the involuntary loss of urine. It is a common condition affecting 1 in 3 women at some point in their lives. It can be one of the most devastating things to happen to a woman. It causes embarrassment, panic and a fear of further episodes. It can occur with activities such as Read More…
How To Prevent Joint And Muscle Pains
So many people complain of joint pain and of course as physiotherapists we are treating joint and muscle problems all the time. However, have you ever thought what may be causing these problems? As physiotherapists we look at your posture, how you sit at your workstation, how you lifted that heavy object, your sport etc, Read More…
Tennis Elbow
Tennis is a great game to watch and even better to play. Whether you are a serious player or someone who just likes to have a knock around more socially, it can lead to problems that if not caught early, can lead to significant lay off through injury. Here, we will outline a couple of Read More…
Sciatica
June 2, 2011 by Debbie
Filed under Physiotherapy
Most people suffer from back pain or sciatica at least once in their lives. It is a very common problem but it doesn’t have to be serious. Your spine is one of the strongest parts of your body. It is made of solid bony blocks (vertebrae) separated by discs (a bit like a jam donut Read More…
The Importance of Stretching
June 2, 2011 by Debbie
Filed under Physiotherapy
For specific stretches please give us a call to make an appointment with one of our chartered physiotherapists – Fleet Street 020 7404 0023 or Baldock 01462 893586. General Stretches: The benefits of stretching include reduced muscle soreness after exercising and even better performance. Do not bounce – it risks pulling or tearing the muscle Read More…
Look after your back – Keep fit for Work!
September 15, 2010 by Debbie
Filed under Back Care, Health Issues
Your painful back, neck or shoulders could be because of the way you sit or the amount of time you sit in one position. Problems can start either at home or work, so, GET FIT TO SIT! Your body is designed for a much more active lifestyle. Keeping parts of the body still for too Read More…
Shoulder Pain
September 15, 2010 by Debbie
Filed under Health Issues, Physiotherapy
Shoulder pain is common and can be brought on by the repetitive tasks or postures to which we regularly expose our bodies. Pain is frequently felt in the upper outer arm as well as around the shoulder joint. The shoulder structures may be the source of this pain but it can be referred from other Read More…
Specific Tips To Help You Avoid Back Trouble
Do gentle warm up exercises before sport or jogging Be careful if you are lifting in an awkward or confined space Use a firm mattress Never continue an activity if your back hurts Stand tall and straight with your head held high Never do fitness or aerobic exercises on a stone or concrete floor Read More…
Prevent Back Pain – Lifting
More people injure their backs through lifting than any other cause. Whether at home, in the garden or at work lifting can be dangerous if a few simple rules are ignored. DO look at alternatives to lifting, use pulling or pushing techniques. DO look at what you want to do before you start and get Read More…
Prevent Back Pain – Resting At Home
When all your chores are complete, the worst thing you can do is slump in an armchair. Even at rest you must think of your back. DO sit upright in your chair with your back straight. DO use a back support or small cushion in the lower curve of your back. DO lie on the Read More…
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