…confident to perform these correctly. We run regular workshops for women in PFMT and can refer you to specialist if more help is needed. See website or email for information…
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Sepsis awareness
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition which can be difficult to diagnose as the early symptoms are similar to flu and other common illnesses. Sepsis affects over 150,000 people and kills…
Teeth grinding and jaw clenching.
…at night, many people don’t notice they have a problem with their teeth until complications develop. A dentist may be the first person to see the damage. Signs and symptoms of…
Teeth grinding and jaw clenching.
…at night, many people don’t notice they have a problem with their teeth until complications develop. A dentist may be the first person to see the damage. Signs and symptoms of…
Movement matters, 5 exercise hacks for standing and balance
…relaxed shoulders. Relax the neck and allow the head to balance freely on Standing Spine Twist Rotation helps to mobilise, stretch and strengthen the spine, opens the chest to help…
Movement matters: exercise hacks for low back health
…moving to naturally lengthen, contract and relax muscles. With the simple aim to create strong, flexible bodies and building resilience for everyday activities.Supporting people to find improved spinal health means…
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
…on incontinence pads. What causes a prolapse The organs within a woman’s pelvis (uterus, bladder and rectum) are held in place by ligaments and muscles known as the pelvic floor….
Gout, explained
Gout is an excruciatingly painful condition caused when uric acid levels build up in the body. It’s a complex form of arthritis and the most common inflammatory arthritis. Approximately 2.5%…
Fibromyalgia explained
…Treatment There is no known cure for Fibromyalgia, but medication can reduce symptoms in some people. Treatment plans usually involve a combination of medications such as painkillers, antidepressants and graded…
Headaches and pain explained
…a complex condition with a wide variety of signs and symptoms, Coming in part 2 Headaches, causes, red flags and treatment Disclaimer: Please note: For guidance only, this should not…
Delayed onset muscle soreness, explained.
…as sore. Most people with DOMS describe a dull muscle ache that develops 24 to 48 hours after new, strenuous or excessive exercise. It is usually localised with muscle…
ADHD, treatment, medication and support
…not a permanent cure for ADHD but may help someone with the condition concentrate better, be less impulsive, feel calmer, and learn and practise new skills. Some medicines must be…
Stretching: Does it increase flexibility?
…year, as proactive patients book assessment or treatment appointments in preparation for their new year training programmes. Every January people begin their training for the London marathon before the Christmas…
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week.
…or freeze-response protection system; it can be mild, severe or unpredictable affecting everybody; differently, but sometimes it can get out of control and become a mental health problem. Our vulnerability…
Somatic Pilates, what is that I hear you ask?
…and body to move in a more beneficial, energy saving efficient way, which can help reduce pain and manage daily stress, great! The word Somatic comes from the Greek “somatikos”…
Headaches and head pain explained
…a complex condition with a wide variety of signs and symptoms, Coming in part 2 Headaches, causes, red flags and treatment Disclaimer: Please note: For guidance only, this should not…
Baker’s cyst
…treating the underlying problem in most cases provides relief. When to get help Although unlikely, any new onset of pain and swelling may show a more severe condition, such as…
The Vagus Nerve, and your health
…part of our protective stress response, noticing facial expressions, responding to people’s voices and monitoring our internal organs. Dr Stephen Porges’s work established the Polyvagal Theory, and advanced doctors’ understanding…
Dietary fibre, explained.
…in a few weeks, and the gas production should decrease. Types of fibres Sometimes grouped into three types; soluble, insoluble and resistant starch but newer research states this is no longer…
Back Pain: Debunking Misconceptions and Myths
…pain. We humans are all different, back pain specialists will often have different approaches, so there are comparatively few standardised approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of back problems. However,…