Tarsal Tunnel Trouble! What is Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome? This condition can cause foot pain and can affect anyone of all ages and lifestyles. The tarsal tunnel is a narrow passageway located on the outside of the ankle, nerve issues of the tarsal tunnel can cause chronic foot and ankle pain that is both frustrating and […]
I’ll have peas please Bob! What are peas? The humble, naturally sweet vegetable is in fact not a vegetable at all, but a small edible legume. They belong to the same family as lentils, chickpeas, beans and peanuts. This family consists of plants that produce pods with seeds inside. In the UK, peas are in […]
Water – the fountain of life! Why is drinking water important? Keeping hydrated does more than just quench your thirst – it is essential for keeping your body functioning properly and feeling healthy. We get most of our water from drinking beverages, food also contributes a small amount of our daily intake. Water is one […]
Pillow talk! The type of pillow you choose and how you sleep on it makes a massive impact on how you feel when you wake up in the morning. Waking up with a sore neck is not the preferred way to start the day. It can quickly bring on a bad mood and make simple […]
Anyone for tennis? Unlike some sports, tennis is a comparatively leisurely sport that can be played by people of all ages, however if you are new to playing tennis, you will need to be light on your feet and be able to perform quick and oftentimes twisting movements. Tennis is a sport that puts a […]
Is massage right for me? Some of the more familiar treatments include Swedish and deep tissue massage but there are other types of massage that you can receive here at Heale’s Clinics – each with their own unique benefits. To help you make up your mind, I will explain a little bit about each technique […]
Garden Gaffs! There is no doubt that gardening can bring calmness to your mind by reducing anxiety and stress and many of us see the warmer weather as a chance to get on top of our gardens, as they can get away from us during the colder, winter months of the year. However, spending a […]
Banana – drama! What are bananas? Bananas are the UK’s most popular fruit and on average we Brits each eat 10 kilos of bananas every year! There are two distinct species, the banana and the plantain. They have a distinct shape and a firm but creamy flesh inside a peel that is inedible. The Cavendish […]
Trigger happy – trigger finger! Wat is trigger finger? Medically known as stenosing tenosynovitis. It is a repetitive strain injury and unbelievably is one of the most common injuries in the workplace, it is caused by an inflamed or irritated tendon. When a substantial amount of inflammation builds up in the finger, it narrows the […]
What is glucosamine? Glucosamine is classified as an amino sugar and is often used with chondroitin sulphate. It occurs naturally in the body and is found in relatively high concentrations in the joints and connective tissues, an essential element in cartilage regeneration and maintenance. As people age they lose the ability to produce significant levels of […]
