…50-50, with an adult diagnosis more common in the last decade. Causes and risk factors The exact cause of ADHD is not fully understood; a combination of factors is thought…
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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…
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…
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
…with these upcoming changes I have also reviewed and updated my privacy policy accordingly to ensure compliance, this will be available on my websites and in clinics by the GDPR…
Understanding Sciatica
…about sensations back to the brain. What happens to cause sciatica? Any condition that may structurally affect or compresses the sciatic nerve may cause sciatica symptoms. The most common cause…
The thyroid gland part 4, subclinical hypothyroidism explained
…In these cases, the level of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) which comes from the pituitary gland is a little elevated. While the other hormones produced and stored by the thyroid gland,…
Prehabilitation, explained and how it can enhance your life.
…life post-surgery. The military also implemented prehab programs as early as 1946 to support new recruits. Surgery especially major operations are like running a marathon, both require preparation and benefit…
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…
Not just the “Kiss of Time” Understanding Arthritis and its Impact
Arthritis, derived from the Greek words meaning “inflammation within the joint,” is a complex and often misunderstood condition affecting millions worldwide. Common symptoms include joint pain and stiffness, often accompanied…
Modic Changes and Back Pain
…Denmark. Albert’s findings were published in the peer-reviewed European Spine Journal. Bacteria as a cause of back pain Albert’s research looked at how to treat the bacteria that living in…
Inflammatory back pain explained.
…consultations clutching the non-specific low back (NSLP) diagnosis and sometimes with unanswered questions. NSLP is categorised into three subtypes: acute, sub-acute and chronic, and means your back pain is not…
Pelvic Organ Prolapse
…when the top of the vagina descends in women who have had a hysterectomy. What can you do Avoiding getting constipated or straining to open your bowels Stopping smoking, Moderate…
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is a common back condition where the nerve roots or the spinal cord become pinched or compressed because the spaces within the spinal canal narrowing. It affects men…
Your chair is killing you! Time to start squatting.
Okay, that’s a slight exaggeration but it’s probably contributing your ability to move well by reducing your range of motion. When you think about squatting, what comes to mind? The…
The Vagus Nerve, explained
…breathing and many other functions. The vagus nerve and health A well-functioning vagus nerve will improve brain-body communication, help in balancing homeostasis and regulating organs. Research has shown that the…
Fibromyalgia explainedο»Ώ
…Also called fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), it affects 2–4% of the population. It can occur at any age, in both sexes, but most commonly in women, typically developing between 3 and…
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”…
Seasonal Affective Disorder, and light therapy
…risk of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Winter depression is the other name for SAD; it’s a type of depression triggered by the change of seasons, most commonly in late autumn…
Pain, why does it hurt so much?
…still such a mystery? After decades of studies and PhD-level research, chronic pain is still a mystery. We know that pain can be complex and complicated, caused by many factors…
Seasonal Allergies: Hayfever
…mistake symptoms for those of a common cold or sinus infection; Most people are allergic to one type of pollen. However, others are unlucky enough to be affected by two…