There’ SNoW better time to start getting fit for the slopes – You may already have taken to the slopes this year, or are due to hit them soon or you’ve just scheduled your winter ski break for later in the year. But before you go, it’s important to remember to lay the foundations for an injury-free holiday. Skiing just 1 …
How a short walk can benefit lower back pain
Pick up the pace and improve your health Research shows that walking briskly, rather than just a steady walk, has huge health benefits. The combination of the intensity of the exercise and the time it takes is key. The findings of the research, by Public Health England, found that 60% of middle-aged adults had not walked for 10 or more …
Tips for a pain free active summer
Summer is officially here and it is the perfect time to spend more time outside. People are much more active at this time of year, coming out of hibernation, taking on new activities, or sports that they have not taken part in for an entire year. Injuries to tendons, shoulders, muscle tears, back pain and cramps are the most common …
Our Osteopath’s tips for pain free gardening
Summer is here, well almost, we have seen the sun shine and Easter has passed us. With more bank holiday’s on the horizon and a promise of an endless supply of fresh summer salad leaves it’s time to get on the gardening gloves, increase our Vitamin D levels and dig around the Dahlias. But first, just make a note of …