Do you have asthma? If so, you’ll know that your lungs are very sensitive to triggers such as smoke, exhaust fumes, house dust mites or pets. This can make you feel short of breath or cause you to cough. If this happens suddenly, we call it an asthma attack. Fortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. The severity of asthma varies from person to person. But what…
Exercise is the key to functioning better – even if you have Parkinson’s. Whilst this condition restricts your movements, it is precisely by staying active that you can make significant progress. In this blog, you’ll find out why exercise is so important for people with Parkinson’s, which sports are suitable and how you can easily get started. You’ll also learn how our physiotherapy practice…
Strong legs take you further, both literally and figuratively. When you’re younger, they provide greater stability whilst exercising and reduce the risk of injury. If you’re a bit older, you’ll benefit from better balance and a lower risk of falling. What’s more, strong leg muscles can prevent knee and hip problems and alleviate back problems. In this…
A working day in the office can easily lead to a lack of physical activity. Long hours at your desk, endless meetings and screen time make it difficult to get enough exercise. Yet staying active is essential for both your physical and mental health. Fortunately, there are simple ways to incorporate exercise into your working day, without…
Imagine driving a car at high speed straight away without warming it up first – that wouldn’t last long. It’s the same with your body. If you start training intensively straight away, your body doesn’t have time to prepare for the exertion. In this…
Do you ever feel as though a colony of ants is crawling up your legs? This often happens in the evening or at night. It seems impossible to sit or lie still, and you feel as though you have to walk round and round to get rid of this annoying ‘tingling‘ sensation. You’re suffering from restless legs, also known as…
The days are getting longer, the sun is shining again, and that can only mean one thing: it’s time to get active outdoors! Whether you’re training for your summer body, a (coastal) marathon or simply want to keep active, there are plenty of great sports to discover. In this blog, we’ll highlight a few fun sports for…
We live in a hectic world where stress often plays a major role. One of the most effective ways to reduce stress is through regular exercise. In this blog, you’ll discover how regular exercise can improve your mental wellbeing and what role our physiotherapists can play in this. Why is exercise essential for…
You stand up from the sofa and hear a crack in your knee. However, there’s no need to panic straight away. Everyone experiences a creaking or cracking knee from time to time. But what causes this sound? Is it something to worry about? In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the causes…
What do you use social media for? Probably to chat with friends on Snapchat or WhatsApp, check out TikToks or keep up with the latest trends. Sounds familiar, doesn’t it? But let’s be honest: we’ve all had that moment when you realise you’ve been scrolling for far too long again, afraid of missing out on something important (FOMO)…
