It is important to warm up before exercising to prevent injury, increase blood flow, make your exercise more efficient and increase mobility. A lot of people would do static stretches before exercise... DON'T Instead CHANGE to light aerobic activity and some dynamic stretching movements that are appropriate for the activity you’re about to perform. [...]
The world of air travel is a captivating one, full of promise and excitement. For individuals with the majority of vestibular disorders, it's essential to know that flying is not only an achievable dream but also a safe one. In this blog, we'll explore the safe and empowering aspects of air travel for vestibular [...]
Do you often experience dizziness, loss of balance, or difficulty coordinating your movements? If so, you might be facing vestibular issues. The vestibular system, located in the inner ear and brain, plays a vital role in our balance and spatial orientation. When this system gets disrupted, it can significantly impact our daily lives. However, [...]
Are you tired of living with pain that limits your daily activities and hampers your quality of life? If so, it's time to shatter the pain and embrace a groundbreaking solution: shockwave therapy. This non-invasive and highly effective physiotherapy technique has been providing relief from musculoskeletal conditions and promoting faster healing. In this blog, [...]
In the past 3 years a lot of us have been forced to work from home and then your set up from home may have been working from the kitchen table. Which in turn ends up with giving you neck pain. Sitting all day working from home can put strain on our muscles and [...]
Exercise guidelines for children (5+) and young people: There are two forms of exercise that would be recommended. One is aerobic exercises and the other is strengthening - targeting their main muscle groups and bones. Taking a rest day is beneficial (eg. light walk or stretch session once a week helps with recovery). Aim [...]
Exercise guidelines for adults aged 19 to 64: It is recommended that you exercise every day in some shape or form. A mix of different types and intensities is beneficial, and spread them out evenly over the days. Taking a rest day is beneficial (eg. light walk or stretch session once a week helps [...]
Exercise is free, easy to access and you can start right now Reduces your risk of developing major illnesses, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and lowers your risk of early death by up to 30%. Helps with bone density, improving your bone health. Reduces your risk of falling. Boosts your self-esteem, mood, sleep [...]
The achilles tendon connects the gastrocnemius and soleus (calf muscles) to the calcaneus (heel bone). It is the thickest tendon in the human body and has the capacity to withstand large tensile forces.The tendon is involved in over 90% of the plantar flexion force (pushing the foot downwards, which is extremely important for propulsion). The [...]
Parkinsonism is an umbrella term that is used to describe several conditions, including Parkinson’s Disease. Parkinson’s occurs when the brain does not produce enough dopamine. It is a progressive neurological condition. There are many symptoms of Parkinson’s and they can present differently for each individual. The most common symptoms include: ● Tremor ● Rigidity [...]
