Lets talk about back pain… So this week I had a question asked by a patient of mine, Derek aged 57, West Park, Hartlepool… And, it’s one that I regularly get asked: Now, the thought of doing any movement at all when you’re in some form of pain might seem a little odd. You don’t … Read more
One of the big health mistakes that people make in summer time is think that walking or jogging is the only way to enjoy the fresh air. Yet, the health benefits of doing something like “cycling” are endless. For me, it’s rivaled only by swimming. Doing regular cycling can help improve physical fitness, ease mental … Read more
This is one of the most common shoulder injuries we see here in the clinic. The shoulder has the greatest movement of all the joints in the body and the rotator cuff is a set of muscles that supports these movements. There’s only 3 ligaments in the shoulder which allows this high range of movement … Read more
Sometimes it happens. You’re chugging along nicely. You feel fit and well and think your health problems are way off in the future, something to worry about another day. Then suddenly, you feel something’s not quite right with your lower back. Maybe you even begin to kid yourself that it’s nothing, that it will go … Read more
Time for some Great North Run training tips? So right now, my physio clinic is being flooded with people in training for the Great North Run. I should say, people who are “over training” for the Great North Run – limping in with all sorts of injuries ranging from a stiff lower back, calf and … Read more
Question from a reader who wants to know: “Is there a FAST way to STAY fit?…” The answer? Here goes: The fastest way to make the biggest change to your ability to stay fit is by taking a closer look at the foundations that your physical health is built upon. And it’s not stamina, muscle … Read more
With more people being outside and active at this time of year, we are seeing more people that ever in my physio rooms. So let share some tips to help your avoid a summer of living with painful “knees”: First, here’s a quick question: are any “irritating” noises coming out of your knees yet? If … Read more
A concerning question from a pleasant Gentleman from “Ferry Hill”, who asks: === “I originally called on behalf of my wife, Amy, she’s 61. She has had lower back pain for years now – can’t do as much as she used to but is still active. Our GP has mentioned the possibility of having a … Read more
This just in: “Paul – I was doing a run on Sunday morning just gone when suddenly my calf popped, and it felt like I’d been “shot”. There was no prior warning or stiffness. I hobbled though the last 2.5K and still managed a “pb” of 51:43. Can you advise the best course of treatment?!!” … Read more
Let’s presume it’s the start of summer and we’re in May (which is national walking month), one of the most perfect times of the year to get out and enjoy the fresh air and the sights of your town. Now, on the face of it, walking appears to be a really safe way to keep … Read more
