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Deal Physiotherapy

At United Health we use the McKenzie approach. This is a philosophy of active patient involvement and education that is trusted and used by practitioners and patients all over the world for back, neck and extremity problems.

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Pregnancy pains

Physiotherapy can relieve some of the most common pain woman experience during pregnancy. More than two thirds of pregnant woman have lower back pain and nearly a fifth feel pain in the pelvic area. In a Cochrane review (of 26 … Continue reading

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Exercise is worth it

Those with arthritis are sometimes reluctant to exercise the painful area or fearful that it may make the pain worse however Physiotherapists are armed with yet more evidence that appropriate exercise is beneficial. Researchers investigated whether exercise was more effective … Continue reading

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Ten ways to work more ergonomically when travelling

  Use a 4-wheeled suitcase. It requires less force to move and you can push it through the airport by your side in a neutral wrist posture rather than having to reach behind your body and pull or drag a … Continue reading

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Shin Splints

Summary Shin splints are a general term for pain on the inside of the shin. Shin splints are a general term used to describe pain on the front of the shin which is brought on by exercise. There are a number … Continue reading

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Deal Physiotherapy: Marathon training tips

For marathon running there are lots of schedules around and everyone you talk to has an opinion. However here are some suggestions which are generally accepted; (1) Have a schedule for 3 months before the race. (2) Run 2 sessions … Continue reading

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Marathon training – common injuries and reasons they occur

‘The big three’ The three most common issues for runners are; 1. Runner’s knee or Iliotibial friction syndrome (ITB). It is an inflammation of the fat pad/ perosteum/distal ITB tendon. It presents as a gradual increase in pain during running, … Continue reading

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Back pain and childcare – how to look after yourself

Implementing simple safe lifting techniques is a must for long term back health of any parent. Parents are continually faced with the strenuous physical demands of child rearing such as chasing, lifting, feeding and comforting. The mechanism leading to back … Continue reading

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Physiotherapy Deal, Kent – Managing and avoiding neck pain

Whatever the cause of neck pain or a stiff neck, the advice is generally the same, carry on with your normal daily activities, keep active and take painkillers to relieve the symptoms. Below are some simple steps to avoid/help relieve neck … Continue reading

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Kent Physiotherapy – Tennis injuries

The game of tennis is one that requires endurance, flexibility and overall fitness. Many people become injured while playing tennis either from a sudden impact or from overuse of muscles and joints. Some common overuse injuries are: Tennis elbow (lateral … Continue reading

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Physio Deal Kent – Common stretches often forgotten

Most of us know we should stretch when we exercise, but can be guilty of skipping this part of our training. For more information on why we stretch and when see our past post ‘Warm up and cool down – … Continue reading

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Sports Physio Deal Kent – Marathon training

10 tips for successful marathon training 1. Stretching is not optional. Protect your body from injury by learning how to stretch properly and incorporating those stretches into every run, no matter how short. 2. Even the most devoted marathon runners … Continue reading

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Occupational Health Physiotherapy

A year long trial of an Occupational Health Physiotherapy service treating staff members has shown a reduction in sickness absence of 29% as well as direct cost savings of at least £60,000. For every £1 spent on the service the direct … Continue reading

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Cricket injuries

4 most common cricket injuries 1.    Running injuries Hamstring pulls are common in cricketers, especially in players who spend their week sitting down. To avoid this, you must train your hamstrings to move efficiently while you are running, jogging and … Continue reading

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Shoulder pain

The shoulder is a very important joint in many sports.  It is an extremely mobile joint and relies on good muscle control to maintain stability. Repetitive movements place considerable stress on the shoulder and can lead to injuries through incorrect … Continue reading

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What can Physiotherapists help with?

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Sports Physio Kent

The benefit of sports and keeping active are numerous but the physical demands can lead to injuries. Sports Physio can facilitate the healing process as well prevent further issues. The range of sports injuries aided by Sports Physio is vast … Continue reading

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So what do Physiotherapists do?

Physiotherapists facilitate the restoration of joint and body movement and normal body function in cases of injury, illness and disability. As well as treating specific problem(s) we may also suggest ways you can improve your general health and well-being  Physiotherapy is a holistic approach, looking at … Continue reading

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Ultrasound therapy – Kent Physiotherapy

Electrotherapy serves as an indispensable adjunct to other Physiotherapy modalities. It is commonly used in the treatment of pain and inflammation. Electrotherapy is the use of electrical energy in the treatment of various musculoskeletal disorders. It treats the cause not just the … Continue reading

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Warm and cool down – why bother and what to do

Why should I warm up and cool down? There are numerous health benefits associated with performing an effective warm up and cool down before and after sport or activity. These include: Reduced likelihood of injury Improved athletic performance Greater mental … Continue reading

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