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DSE assessments Kent

We provide DSE workstation/computer workstation assessments to businesses within Kent. DSE assessments are not only a legal requirement – done properly they can actually help combat the musculoskeletal disorders, reduced concentration levels and other ill-health effects that are symptomatic of … Continue reading

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PRICE and avoid HARM

Acute injury management  This advice should be followed for 3-5 days following a soft tissue injury. When following PRICE it is also important to avoid HARM, hence the saying: ‘Give PRICE and avoid HARM‘ PROTECT – Protect the injured tissue … Continue reading

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How to improve your running

Merging simple yoga-based poses with strength-training challenges the core, hip and thigh muscles in ways that running doesn’t and helps minimise muscle imbalances that can lead to injury. These movements are synched to your breathing (inhaling or exhaling). How often? … Continue reading

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Can an ergonomic chair really help reduce musculoskeletal symptoms?

Research Aims A literature review was used to evaluate the effectiveness of adjustable office chairs on reducing musculoskeletal (muscle, ligament, tendon and joint) pain in the workplace. Methods/Results An extensive literature search uncovered 5 studies that met the inclusion criteria. … Continue reading

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Important muscles to exercise during and after pregnancy

There are many exercises that are considered to be safe during pregnancy and it is important to maintain your fitness – albeit with some adjustments to your usual routine. Saying this there are some exercises that are more beneficial than … Continue reading

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Sports injuries: Top 10 preventative measures

1. Start off slowly and pace yourself – This is often a common problem, it is very easy to get carried away and overdo it on the first session. Whatever exercise/training you are doing make sure you start off slowly … Continue reading

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Physio for businesses Kent

British workers are suffering physical pain as well as stress because they are working long hours, not taking lunch breaks and going to work when they are sick, research carried out for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) has found. … Continue reading

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Headaches – treatment and prevention

Who is likely to have headaches related to neck problems? It is surprisingly common for headaches to be caused by problems within the upper part of your neck and this type of headache is called a cervicogenic headache. Many clients … Continue reading

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The good sleep guide

Check out the ‘Good Sleep Guide‘ produced by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Sleeping posture can affect many conditions, but particularly those with neck, shoulder, hip or low back pain. csp_good_sleep_guide

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Ash Physiotherapy

At United Health we provide a local service for local people. Our conveniently located clinic in Sandwich Leisure Centre services the nearby areas including Ash, Wingham, Ramsgate, Margate, Broadstairs (Thanet), Sturry and Preston among others. We offer Physiotherapy assessments and … Continue reading

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Pregnancy – Pelvic girdle pain and pubic symphysis diastases (PSD)

In pregnancy there is a natural increase in the mobility of the pelvis due to hormones softening the tissues. The main joints of the pelvis are the Sacro-iliac joints (SIJ) that sit at either side of your low back and … Continue reading

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Knee pain – Cyclists and runners

A common problem for cyclists, mountain bikers and runners is Iliotibial band (ITB) syndrome. Symptoms of ITB syndrome can include; Pain at or around the lateral epicondyle of the femur (on the outside of the knee) Pain at or around the lateral (side) … Continue reading

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Stop spinal manipulation for neck pain researchers warn

Spinal manipulation of the neck should not be used as a treatment as it can cause stroke (British medical journal). The debate on whether spinal manipulation for the neck should be stopped as a treatment option is discussed in the … Continue reading

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Tennis injuries – Sandwich Leisure Centre Physiotherapist

With Wimbledon only a few weeks away, the tennis season has well and truly started.Each year we see a number of patients who sustain injuries on the tennis court. Two-thirds of tennis injuries are due to overuse and the other … Continue reading

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Ergonomics for Schools

With Children going back to school for a new year now is a great time to think about Ergonomics in schools. Firstly – Why Ergonomics for schools? Ergonomics is the science applied to understanding how we interact with our environment. It is used to … Continue reading

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Want to improve your running…then read on

The rear foot elevated split squat (RFESS) is one of the best exercises for runners. It increases the strength of the gluteus (buttock) and hamstring (back of thigh) muscles that are essential for improved performance. To perform the exercise: Place … Continue reading

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Tennis elbow (lateral elbow pain)

Lateral elbow pain is a common and often frustrating presentation amongst Tennis players as well as other sports people and DIY enthusiasts. It has been historically termed “tennis elbow” or “extensor tendinosis”. What is it? Tennis elbow causes pain on … Continue reading

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Knee pain….runners beware

Knee pain is probably the most common injury complaint amongst runners. This isn’t surprising as forces of up to 550% of body weight pass through the joint when running! Common Running Knee Injuries  IT Band Syndrome  The IT band is … Continue reading

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Mountain biking injuries – Commons issues and ways to manage them

Introduction Mountain biking has increased in popularity over recent years and with this we have seen an increase in the injuries associated with this great sport. Mountain biking involves off road riding over tracks with variable surface conditions. The high … Continue reading

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Golf – play without back pain

Back injuries are the bane of a golfer’s existence. They are the most common golf injury, mostly due to overuse. The rotational forces on the back from the golf swing are equal to more than eight times normal body weight … Continue reading

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