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 […]
Chronic Stress: A Physical Therapy Approach Free webinar with talk by Jonathan Spadaccini Monday 27 November 2023, 7-8pm Join us for an insightful online event that aims to tackle the challenges of chronic stress. In this session, we will explore how physical therapy can play a crucial role in managing and alleviating the effects of stress on our bodies. During this session, experienced registered Osteopath Jonathan Spadaccini will share practical tips and techniques to help […]
Shockwave Therapy is a modern, safe and non-invasive treatment used in orthopaedic and rehabilitation medicine. The term shockwave refers to mechanical pressure pulses that expand as a wave stimulating blood flow, cell regeneration and healing in damaged tissues.
It is important to ensure that you are in good physical health before heading out to the slopes. Strengthening exercises are essential to help prevent the risk of injury, to improve fitness and to help manage a full day of skiing. Physiotherapist Claire Cason offers us some top tips for injury prevention for skiing.
Treating Tricky Tendons Free Public Health Webinar: Monday 28 February 2022, 7-8pm With presentation by Davina Sherwood (Physiotherapist) The Putney Clinic of Physical Therapy is running a free public health webinar titled Treating Tricky Tendons on Monday 28 February 2022 (7-8pm) with Davina Sherwood. Join physiotherapist Davina Sherwood for this review on the diagnosis and treatment of tendon injuries. We will cover injuries that affect the elbows, hips and shoulders, such as tennis and golfers […]
In today’s Exercising at Home video, physiotherapist Davina Sherwood shows us how to perform Spinal Twists safely at home. They can help with lower back pain, mobility and even digestion, and are suitable for most people. What is more, they are a good starting point before advancing to more challenging exercises. Adapted from restorative yoga, these exercises are both invigorating and relaxing. For more exercises that you can do at home, visit the Putney […]
Continuing with our Exercising at Home series of videos, physiotherapist Davina Sherwood demonstrates some Seated Back Exercises. These exercises are suitable for most people. Moreover, they are a good starting point before advancing to more challenging exercises. You can perform these exercises from the safety and comfort of your own home. So, why not grab a chair and join in? For more exercises that you can do at home, visit the Putney Clinic YouTube […]
In today’s Exercising at Home video, physiotherapist Davina Sherwood demonstrates some shoulder exercises. These exercises are suitable for most people and are a good starting point before progressing to more advanced exercises. What’s more, you can perform them from the safety and comfort of your own home or garden. For more exercises that you can do at home, visit the Putney Clinic YouTube channel.
Today’s suggested exercise from physiotherapist Davina Sherwood is the Wall Slide. These exercises are good for helping to improve hamstring flexibility and can be performed safely in the comfort of your own home or garden. They are suitable for most people and are a good starting point, before moving on to more advanced exercises. For more exercises that you can do at home, visit the Putney Clinic YouTube channel.
Today’s suggested exercise from physiotherapist Davina Sherwood are Inch Worms. They are good for helping to improve hamstring flexibility and can be performed safely in the comfort of your own home or garden. They are suitable for most people and are a good start before moving on to more advanced exercises. For more exercises that you can do at home, visit the Putney Clinic YouTube channel.
