Deep Breathing
What is Deep Breathing? Deep breathing is a relaxation technique done through actively taking slow deep breaths to optimise the main muscle of breathing, your DIAPHRAGM.
Read More“Ouch! There is a pain at the back of my heel”. The Achilles tendon is known to be the strongest and thickest tendon in the body. Keep reading to find out more about what can cause Achilles pain.
Read MoreHave you ever experienced pain at the side of your hip and not been able to pinpoint what it could be? Trochanteric bursitis is a common cause of lateral hip pain. It happens when the bursa of the hip becomes inflamed.
Read MoreThe shoulder is a unique and complex structure, capable of seven movements. An injury to it can often be challenging to riddle because the muscles are so closely related it is difficult to isolate one muscle. Apart from trauma, some of the biggest reasons for pain can be because of overusing the shoulder, or not […]
Read MoreA blocked milk duct is when a milk duct can’t drain properly as a result of a blockage. This can cause a lump in the breast, as well as discomfort in the area. Blocked milk ducts can lead to mastitis, which is an inflammation of breast tissue and requires medical attention. Keep reading to help avoid this and have a happy, healthy breastfeeding journey.
Read MoreI carry all my stress in my shoulders’, ‘I have had a headache for the past week – yes, work has been stressful’, ‘I have a stressful deadline coming up, and my lower back has been killing me!’
These are some examples of phrases we often hear in our rooms, and we know these people are not alone. Stress can be a huge cause of muscle and joint pain, especially in the neck, upper and lower back. Since July is mental health awareness month, I thought we could explore how stress can cause muscle pain, and why a visit to your physiotherapist and biokineticist could help you.
Lock down has forced many of us to adapt and work from home. However, this has come with its own challenges. As a result we are seeing more and more people struggling with pain from inadequate work environments and spaces. This is why we think it’s important that everybody get educated on ergonomics.
Read MoreThe best sleeping position isn’t a one-size fits all solution. Everyone is different and therefore has different preferences and needs. Keep reading to find out more!
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