Category Archives: General

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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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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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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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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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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United Health – Supporting local business

Supporting local businesses Sarah Verrion of United Health has set up United a small business networking group in Deal, Kent. This is an informal group which invites small business owners to share ideas and experiences and support one another in … Continue reading

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Local running club – Sandwich

Do you want to get fit? Do you want to find like minded people to train with? Then Fleet Feet running club may be the place for you. If you are over 18 years old and wish to train Fleet … Continue reading

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Osteoarthritis

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a common condition that may cause joint stiffness, swelling and pain – usually in the knees, hips, feet, hands and spine. Some people’s arthritis can be so severe that joint replacements are the best solution, … Continue reading

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We have joined Physiotherapists Locally

We service the South East Kent region, including Deal and Canterbury and consult for businesses in South East London.

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