Lifestyle

Are you stuck in a rut? Focussing on doing something that you really like can change your mood and lift your spirits. It’s a good part of your self-care programme. We should all have one of these, but many of us never get round to it. Doing things that you love, either alone or with […]

Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is the term used for three, related, conditions in which pressure on blood vessels or nerves in the area between the neck and shoulder cause pain in this area. This pressure can also cause tingling, numbness and weakness down the arms and into the fingers. This compression may be caused by:

Charcot Marie Tooth disease (CMT) is a group of genetic conditions that affect the peripheral nervous system. These nerves connect the Central nervous system to the rest of the body.  There are two main types (1 and 2) and many sub-types. In Type 1 CMT, the Myelin sheath of the nerves is damaged, in Type

With thanks to the NHS (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/osteoporosis) and Royal Osteoporosis Society (Royal Osteoporosis Society – Better Bone Health for Everybody) Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It is sometimes called “Brittle Bone Disease”. Osteoporosis usually develops slowly and is often only diagnosed when a fall or sudden impact causes

Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that causes pain and tenderness all over your body. It is thought to be caused by confusion in your nervous system so that it is not able to control or process pain signals from other parts of your body. This pain may be particularly bad in certain areas and may

Soft Tissue Therapy can be just as beneficial to young people as adults. I have treated a number of under 18s over the last few years, both for sports related issues and postural problems. Although it is usually a parent who contacts me for an appointment, it is vital that the young person is fully

New Mums often complain of back pain. Considering the amount of lifting and carrying they do daily, it is not surprising that strains can occur. Although new born babies “only” weight 6 to 10 pounds, on average, they grow quickly and a 2-year-old toddler can easily weigh around 30 pounds. Frequently lifting and carrying this

There are many muscles in the neck that control head and shoulder movements and in this article, I am looking at four of the main ones that commonly cause problems. This short video also shows the effects that poor posture, while sitting, can have on this area. (2) Facebook. On my Business Facebook page, I

This group of thirteen genetic conditions affect the body’s connective tissues. Although grouped together under the same name (EDS), each condition is separate and distinct. They are caused by a gene mutation which may be inherited and cannot be cured. Day to day management of symptoms is often based on Exercise, Physiotherapy and Self-care. The

Massage has been used for thousands of years, in many cultures, to reduce pain and ease tensions. Here are Five common conditions where some Soft Tissue Therapy can often help. Low back pain – Low Back Pain is often caused by lack of movement or a simple muscle strain. Massage can help to loosen stiff