Stretching and tennis

Stretching and tennis

STRETCH YOUR GAME… Why flexibility matters in tennis Stretching and tennis… It isn’t just a warm-up ritual, it can also be a game-changer for tennis players. Regular stretching improves flexibility, reduces injury risk, and enhances your court movement and swing range. Whether you’re serving, sprinting, or reaching for a tough return, a limber body responds faster and recovers better. Top 5 stretches for tennis players Here are some top stretching tips from Cherie Lathey. These […]

How yoga can help with tennis injuries

How yoga can help with tennis injuries

Tennis is a sport that combines strength, endurance and has explosive unpredictable complex patterns. Common injuries often associated with recreational tennis include: rotator cuff tendinopathy, carpal tunnel syndrome, tenosynovitis (inflammation of the tendons) and tennis elbow (ECRB). As well as this, there is a host of other back and knee injuries. In this post, we will look at how yoga can help with tennis injuries. How can yoga help? The shortening of muscles and lack […]

Common Football injuries

Common Football Injuries

As the Premier League races towards its conclusion, we’re seeing a rise in football injuries. Common football injuries include ankle sprains, ACL tears, and hamstring strains. Our physio team is well-versed in managing these injuries with up-to-date rehab protocols to get you back on the pitch safely. As with all contact sports, there is a risk of picking up injuries while playing football. After a long season of domestic and international competition, players are understandably […]

Tips for a positive pregnancy

Tips for a Positive Pregnancy

There are few moments in life quite as monumental as when you see those two little lines on a pregnancy test confirming that yes, you have a baby on the way. Excitement, nerves and worries about whether your current house is big enough all come together at once as you start to look forward to your new arrival.

6 Strategies for avoiding injury on the slopes

Avoiding Injury on the Slopes

AVOIDING INJURY ON THE SLOPES There’s no doubt about it, snow sports are fun. Whether you’re hurtling down the side of a mountain at 40 mph, or exploring backcountry terrain; snow sports always involve excitement, adventure and exhilaration. But snow sports are much more fun when you’re physically fit. There is nothing worse than having to limp in early from the slopes because you’re tired or sore (or even worse, injured). Snow sports are major […]

Introduction to Hypnobirthing

Introduction to Hypnobirthing

INTRODUCTION TO HYPNOBIRTHING Free online talk with Cherie Lathey Thursday 29 August, 7:00 – 8:00pm As part of our online educational programme, we will be running a pregnancy-themed talk on Thursday 29 August (7pm). Join Cherie Lathey on this Introduction to Hypnobirthing and Birth Preparation talk. This 1-hour session is an overview of what hypnobirthing involves, who it is for, when you should start, and what the benefits are as you prepare for childbirth. At […]

What Everyone Needs to Know about Injury and Pain

What Everyone Needs to Know about Injury and Pain

WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT INJURY AND PAIN Free online talk with Dr Caroline Marlow PhD Thursday 21 November 2024 (7-8pm) Join Dr Caroline Marlow PhD (Injury and Pain Psychologist at The Putney Clinic), for this free, informative online talk titled ‘What Everyone Needs to Know about Injury and Pain’ on Thursday 21 November (7-8pm). Anyone can experience injury or pain at any time. Some people heal quickly, whereas, for others, injury or pain […]

Eating for Success during the Menopause. Free talk with Linia Patel

Eating for Success during the Menopause

EATING FOR SUCCESS DURING THE MENOPAUSE Free online talk with Linia Patel Thursday 24 October 2024 (7-8pm) Join us for this free, informative online talk titled ‘Eating for Success during the Menopause’ on Thursday 24 October (7-8pm). In this online talk, Linia Patel, dietitian at The Putney Clinic, will delve into the four fundamental nutrition principles for optimal hormonal balance during the menopause transition. Healthy eating is not a replacement for hormonal therapy (should you […]