Lets talk about what the top football players do to keep on top of their game, and stop a sports injury from getting in the way of their next match… (Even if they’re currently suffering with aches and pains). The other week, Manchester United striker and French footballer Anthony Martial, suffered a foot injury during … Read more
Ok, I know we’re still in November, but most people have got their Christmas party (or parties!), scheduled in their diaries already. And if you, or anyone you know is anything like my Mam, the Christmas party outfit will be planned already… or at least ready to be purchased. Anyway, last year one of my … Read more
It’s official…. We can retire our summer t-shirts and pack away the BBQ. The colder weather has arrived here in Northern England, but there’s no need to store away your running shoes and workout gear with your swimming shorts just because it’s not as warm outside… And because of this sudden change in temperature, I … Read more
I bet you’re sitting down while reading this… Whether you’re sitting in a coffee shop, you’re at work at your desk, lounging on your sofa after a long day, or sat up in bed, you’re probably sitting comfortably while reading this. And I don’t blame you – sitting has become so ingrained in our daily … Read more
With The Rugby World Cup now come to an end a couple of weeks ago… We’ve seen a lot of patients who are huge fans of the sport, play a game of Rugby for fun at the weekends to keep it going. And with playing any contact sport, comes the increased chance of injuries, aches … Read more
Quick question from a reader of the Hartlepool Mail: “Hi Paul, is it bad that my knees are making a clicking noise? It’s not painful, but I’m worried that something is wrong, is this normal?” – Phil, 62, Seaton Carew A knee that decides to ‘pop’ or make a cracking sound can sometimes feel worrying, … Read more
This article is for the runner who is suffering with annoying, daily knee pain. You know the type of ‘burning sensation’ and ‘sharp pain’ that comes on gradually on the outside of your knee? And can even make you feel so nauseated, that you feel your only option is to stop running, reach into the … Read more
Here’s a blog post from our specialist Physiotherapist Jonny… Here’s a common question I get asked when I see patients: “Why did my shoulder pain start without me even doing anything to set it off?” Well, have you ever heared the saying… “The straw that broke the camels back”? Well, to put it simply – … Read more
Let me tell you about one of the most common things that people aged 50+ who come to see me experience… The sudden onset of shoulder and neck tension. It often sneaks up on people without any warning. And usually offers no explanation as to why you might wake up with with an annoying, nagging … Read more
Here’s an email I received from one of my patients Michael, 53, Charltons, last week: “Paul, I was wondering if you could help me… As you know I really enjoy running. I run 5-6 times a week with at least one day of rest. But lately my body has been feeling lethargic and my back … Read more
