Injury rehabilitation is an integral facet within the physiotherapy programme. It involves taking an active part in your recovery process. At this stage a targeted remedial exercise programme is one of the best forms of treatment. » Read more 26 October 2008
Hmmmmm….. this is a puzzling one. I don’t know – we have come across clients that have come in to the clinic that have paid up to £500.00 plus for one pair. For our fees please go… » Read more 26 October 2008
We have developed our assessment to include what we would deem to be the absolute necessary. This involves taking exercise and injury history, video analysis, pressure testing and postural and flexibility appraisal. » Read more 26 October 2008
Many times we have heard that you can only wear a neutral shoe with an orthotic. This is not true, we suggest that where possible the shoe should be the main influence on how the orthotic is… » Read more 26 October 2008
Depending on the reasons that the orthotics were made for, an average life span of the orthotic prescription would be approximately 14-16 months (with a review assessment at month 12). If there a lot of factors involved… » Read more 26 October 2008
Whilst back pain is often related to muscle spasm, additional bio-mechanical (eg: skeletal and neurological) and social factors can also play an significant role. Consequently, a physiotherapists knowledge and understanding of the physical and psychosocial factors often… » Read more 26 October 2008
ITBFS (Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome) is an overuse injury commonly associated with athletes such as long distance runners and cyclists who perform highly repetitive movements - which lead to symptoms of localized pain just above and to… » Read more 26 October 2008
Shin splints is a term used to describe an overuse injury, broadly characterised by a dull nagging pain located around the inside / outside of the shin bone (tibia). It is commonly caused by repeatedly loading the… » Read more 26 October 2008
If you have been exercising regularly, there is no reason why you should not continue to do so during pregnancy. However we do ask for you to get the go ahead from your doctor before starting a… » Read more 19 October 2008
You will be asked to complete a client enrolment form and we will discuss your goals. If you are a beginner, your first session may involve more talking than usual, but you will be moving and learning… » Read more 19 October 2008