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23 December 2020

Plantar Fasciitis and FAQs for Shockwave Therapy



Before we get into the nitty-gritty of what Plantar Fasciitis is and the frequently asked questions about shockwave therapy, let’s get the difficult part out of the way, its pronunciation! Plantar Fasciitis (PLAN-tur fash-ee-eye-tis), is a difficult term to pronounce and can equally be a difficult condition to live with.  Read more here: https://bit.ly/3hRL58t

26 November 2020

Benefits of Shockwave Therapy in Physiotherapy Treatment


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

25 November 2020

How Physiotherapists Help Patients with Injuries Working at Home



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

04 November 2020

A Physiotherapy Guide to Electrotherapy Treatment for Muscles and Joint Pain Relief


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

01 October 2020

How Effective is Physiotherapy Treatment for Bell's palsy?



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