Inflammation Station! Inflammation what is it? The attacker could be a foreign body, such as a thorn, an irritant or a pathogen. Pathogens include bacteria and viruses and other organisms which cause infections. The immune system creates inflammation to protect the body and is part of its defence system. It plays a crucial role in […]
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 […]
Golfer’s elbow – but I don’t play! It is quite possible to develop golfer’s elbow without ever stepping onto a golf course. Having said that this type of tendinitis is most often found in people who play golf. This is because the motion required to swing golf clubs are exactly the ones that cause this […]
Driving me mad! Sitting in the car in the same position for an extended period of time can trigger lower, middle or upper back pain. If you are a passenger, you may be able to make yourself more comfortable by shifting your position from time to time or even take medications for pain relief. However, […]
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 […]
Stenosis – a bit of a squeeze! What is spinal stenosis? The function of the spinal column is to house and protect the spinal cord as well as the spinal nerves. If the protective spinal column and spinal cord are compromised, our level of health can be dramatically altered. It is common for this condition […]
Swim for it! Working out in water helps to reduce the impact of the exertion on your joints – which is good news for arthritis sufferers. Our natural buoyancy in water makes exercise easier on your joints. Swimming as a low-impact exercise uses the water to support your body weight by up to an incredible […]
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 […]
Clunk, click – ouch my hip! Snapping hip syndrome – What is it? Snapping hip syndrome (SHS) tends to be more common in women, although it can affect people of all genders and age groups. What causes it? In most cases, the “snapping” sound is caused by a tightening of the muscles around the hip […]
Ankle Wrangles As 14% of ankle sprains attending Accident and Emergency Departments were classed as severe, this would mean 42,000 severe sprains per year in the UK. Ankle pain and injury are not issues reserved solely for athletes. Studies show that somewhere around 40% of sprains are not treated properly or are misdiagnosed, which can […]
