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You might have seen them in the supermarket, heard of a friend using them, or read about them online, but exactly what are orthotic insoles, and are they worth getting? To help you answer this question, we have pulled together all the common questions that our team get asked about orthotic insoles and provide youRead More…

Foot pain is a very common problem, one which can affect us all in our everyday lives. But it has many possible causes, making it hard at times even for health care professionals to find the cause and reason why. Foot pain symptoms can offer clues, but it’s a myriad of issues and it’s allRead More…

Are you suffering with agonising knee, neck and shoulder or back pain which keeps coming back without any apparent cause? The problem, surprisingly, might be caused by your feet! Fortunately, there is a natural, drug-free pain relief solution which could be perfect for you – Orthotic shoe inserts. You might have seen shoe inserts online,Read More…

Do you want to prevent falls at home, and have you noticed that you aren’t as stable on your feet as you once were? Is this leaving you worried about the risk of injuring yourself after a fall at home? You aren’t alone! In our clinics, we treat lots of patients who have retired, andRead More…

“Why do I have knee pain?” This is a popular question we keep hearing in the clinic. If your new lockdown routine is causing you knee pain, then we have some tips to share with you. Has your routine been turned upside down? We’ve been helping loads of patients who have picked up new achesRead 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 keepRead More…

If you’re looking to find more information about “Prescription Foot Orthotics” then this “tips” article will help you to make the right decision. My name is Paul Gough – I’m, a leading UK physio and Author of the Book entitled “The Healthy Habit” and I’ve been recommending prescription foot orthotics to my clients for more than 11 years now… andRead More…

Here is a list of the 13 Most Dangerous Footwear tends of Todays Society, as revealed in the amazing book “The Healthy Habit”…: 1. High Heels Wearing “high heels” will increase the pressure through your knees, hip and lower back about 10X more than ANY other type of shoes. Reverse that, and it means ifRead More…
Hey everyone! So when I was thinking about writing this months blog I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to share a really awkward/embarrassing experience from my holiday to Thailand.. When I go on holiday I’m not one to sit and relax the whole time.. I get ichy feet and like toRead More…
It was just the other day when I was sat people watching whilst having a coffee that it got me thinking about high heels. I must have saw about twenty different girls and women walk along the streets of Durham, stumbling about in high heels. Now I myself love a new pair of high heels,Read More…