What Happens In A Physiotherapy Assessment?
Some people are scared to come to physiotherapy as they do not know what to expect – this is made even worse at the hospital, because we get people out of bed and moving! So, what will happen when you …
Is Physiotherapy Beneficial During the Menopause?
The menopause is a natural part of the ageing process where women stop menstruating and are no longer able to get pregnant naturally. This change typically occurs between the ages of 45 to 55 years old, when the body’s natural …
Physiotherapy and Wellbeing
What Is Wellbeing? Wellbeing is sought by everyone. It is a general term which could loosely be described as happiness and satisfaction with life, good health, prosperity, and a sense of purpose. All aspects of our lives have an impact …
What Does Physiotherapy Do?
Physiotherapy is a degree-based profession based on the scientific study of physiology, anatomy and neuroscience. It aims to alleviate pain, restore movement and function to the body of individuals affected by illness, disability, and injury. This type of treatment can …
Back Pain During Pregnancy
Pelvic or back pain during pregnancy is common, affecting an estimated 80% of women according to Bastiaanssen et al, 2005. Back pain can occur at any time during pregnancy; however, it typically increases during the last trimester, often due to …
Physiotherapy for Back Pain
A high proportion of the population will experience some sort of back pain at some point in their lives. Both specific and non-specific back pain are common complaints at the physiotherapy clinic, there are numerous different types and varying symptom …
The Benefits Of Using A Personal Trainer
Personal trainers are popular right across the globe and there are many reasons for this. The benefits of using a personal trainer are prolific. Safe Exercise & Correct Form A professional personal trainer is an individual with specific training on …
Exercise Is So Important For Your Mental Health
It may seem almost impossible to exercise in these current times of lockdown and working from home – with the weather not always being optimum for going outside; with trying to look after your kids at home and ensuring they …
Women’s Health Services
Men and women are both biologically and physiologically different which results in a set of health concerns unique to women, many of which being related to the female reproductive system. Recognising, addressing and providing adequate treatment for such health conditions …
How To Avoid Skiing Injuries
Winter marks the time of year for many to take their skiing clothes and equipment out of storage and get packing for a ski holiday. Alpine skiing not only provides great fun set in some of the world’s most beautiful …