The name shockwave therapy conjures up a thought of a sadistic torture method or imagining how Frankenstein had life put into him, but nothing could be further from the truth. With many of us living a longer and more active lifestyle, this can bring injuries, pain and sufferings of some sort along the way. Read more here: https://bit.ly/37aHbTg
Working from home is by no means a new concept, but this year, many of us have abided by the rules and done our bit to keep the nation safe, working from home if and when we could.
At first, this was delightful, with a whole range of benefits. There was no commuting, or deciding what to wear; you could have a coffee when you pleased and actually have a decent lunch break. Plus be able to spend time with family or on activities you had long forgotten or been longing to try. Read more here: https://bit.ly/35ZgTnS
Leading an active lifestyle can be extremely fulfilling, but it comes with risk. Sports-related injuries and strains can happen in recreational sports such as biking and contact sports like football. You can even strain a muscle doing yoga. Read more here: https://bit.ly/361JiIr
Firstly, what is Bell's palsy? Bell's palsy is a term given to the sudden onset of facial muscle weakness. It usually affects one side of the face and has an initial recovery period ranging from a few weeks to three months. The exact cause is unknown but studies have shown that it is the swelling and inflammation of the nerve that controls the muscles down the side of the face, which causes compression as it travels through bone cavities in the skull or can be a result of a reaction that can occur after an infection. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3cPn7Z9
“5% of the population get sciatica every year.”
Five percent may not sound a great deal but with over 66 million in the UK you start to get an idea of how much of problem sciatica can actually be. Many of us have heard the term sciatica and know that it causes great pain. Yet how many of us know the actual cause, affect and symptoms of this nerve pain. To get an understanding we first have to look at the basic anatomy of the sciatic nerve itself and its purpose. Read more here: https://bit.ly/32UyOKU
