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Have you ever given thought to the meaning behind the statement: No pain, no gain?
Many people can take this statement literally, and unfortunately, the end result could be injury. It is important that we listen to what our bodies tell us both during and after exercise. There is in fact "good pain" and "bad pain". The following information should help you to tell the difference.
Read moreIf you are someone who suffers from shoulder pain then try these stretches. In addition to good posture, these Physio stretches can really help to reduce pressure on the shoulders and give you relief from pain.
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We are delighted to now offer Massage Therapy as a service at The Physiotherapy Place. Welcome to the team Vanessa Skelton! Vanessa is a BTEC Level 5 (equivalent to degree level) therapist offering sports and remedial massage and soft tissue therapy for the treatment of chronic pain and soft tissue injuries. Vanessa also offers oncology massage for those living with cancer; and pregnancy and post-natal massages.
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In the first few minutes following the injury it is likely that you will experience pain, tenderness, swelling, and bruising. You may initially be able to walk and as the swelling increases you may have more difficulty. As the swelling increases and spasm sets in, you will have difficulty with normal motion of the ankle. This is all normal for an ankle sprain.
Read moreIf you have been diagnosed with a rotator cuff injury, then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with the same symptoms. These stretches, along with good posture, can often be enough to take the pressure off the rotator cuff tendons and give you relief from pain.
Read moreA great review about Niall and The Physiotherapy Place in this month's i-on magazine. Niall is the only person in Scotland specialising in Gunn IMS which cured the magazine contributor's chronic back pain and helped her back to full fitness. She experienced instant relief, and after 4 sessions, her chronic pain was totally cured. "It may be a bold statement but IMS is astounding. If you've got pain, this is the man to sort it."
Read moreCheck out our favourite stretches to help you treat your upper back pain. If you are someone who suffers from upper back pain or get muscle ache between your shoulder blades then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with the same symptoms. These stretches, along with good posture, will ease the tension in your upper back and help to keep the muscles relaxed.
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Ultrasound therapy has been used by physiotherapists since the 1950s and remains a popular and evidenced intervention for a variety of injuries. It can be a very useful treatment adjunct in acute injuries as well as chronic long-term injuries, helping us to make a quick and full recovery.
Read moreIf you suffer from knee pain and/or stiffness then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with that complaint. These stretches can often be enough to mobilise the knee, reduce pressure on the joint and give you relief from pain.
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Anterior knee pain refers to pain or ache towards the front of the knee possibly just behind the patella (kneecap). Often patients report their pain being aggravated by walking on stairs, prolonged sitting with a bent knee, squatting, running or jumping activities. The thigh muscles may feel weak and you may have episodes of giving way, especially when walking down stairs. You may hear a cracking or feel a grating sensation behind the kneecap when moving the knee. Occasionally swelling may be present towards the front of your knee.
Read moreIf you are someone who suffers from sciatica then try these stretches. In addition to good posture, these Physio stretches can really help to reduce pressure on the sciatic nerve and give you some pain relief.
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Physiotherapists are often asked by patients if they need further investigations such as X-ray or MRI scan to help understand and treat their pain or decreased function. The simple answer is that further investigations are not always needed and can in some instances be counterproductive.
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Given that there are no less than 17 muscles that attach to the shoulder blade and that it is a key link between the upper limb and the trunk of the body, it is no surprise that pain often arises from this area. Although it is possible to injure this area from trauma such as in a car accident, it is far more common that pain in the shoulder blade region comes on with no specific incident to blame.
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Whether you’re a runner or a walker, male or female, pain in the Achilles tendon is a common problem. The achilles tendon has to tolerate the highest loads in the body – up to 10 times your body weight during running, jumping, hopping and walking.
If you’re suffering with a problem with your Achilles tendon then it’s likely to be tender to touch and may feel stiff, particularly in the morning.
Read moreIf you are one of the many people suffering from lower back pain then here are the most common stretches that I give to patients with the same problem. Along with good posture, these stretches will help to ease the pressure on the lower back to give you relief from pain.
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Headaches are one of the most debilitating types of pain, causing physical and emotional stress as it can be very difficult to concentrate whilst in the grip of one. There are many different factors that can lead to headaches and one of the most common causes are issues related to the neck which can refer pain and tension into the head.
Read moreIf you are someone who suffers from disc issues in your back then you can try these stretches that I often give to patients with the same symptoms. These stretches, along with good posture, can often be enough to reduce pressure on the discs and give you relief from pain.
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In this month’s blog we explore the 4 myths commonly associated with back pain which may hold people back from recovering quicker.
Read moreCheck out our top 3 stretches for neck pain and injury that can be done at home. We describe each stretch and let you know how often to stretch and for how long.
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It’s well known that it’s the busiest time of year for gyms and health clubs as New Years resolutions kick in, but it’s equally well known that the numbers dwindle again by the end of the month as people fall off the exercise wagon. Sometimes this is due to injury, sometimes to loss of motivation so here are my 5 tips for improving and maintaining your fitness into the new year.
Read moreGet in touch with us - we’d be happy to help. You can book an appointment at the link below or if you would prefer to chat with a Physio first, you can arrange a FREE 15-minute phone call with one of our expert Physiotherapists.