In the 17th century, René Descartes, French scientist and philosopher, revolutionised the understanding of pain. He postulated that injured tissue in the body sent pain signals via the nerves to the brain. The brain then translated this message and we become conscious of pain. Although this concept survived for nearly 300 years, modern pain research over the last 50 years has shown this to be incorrect. So, what is the truth about pain? Modern pain […]
In Scandinavian countries, it is estimated that as many as 90% of office workers have access to sit-stand workstations. In the United Kingdom, that figure is just 1%. Culturally, we are told that concentration and productivity are best achieved when sitting down. New research, however, shows that this may not actually be accurate, and could, in fact, lead to health problems.
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.
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.
Today’s suggested exercise from physiotherapist Davina Sherwood are Spiderman Knee Taps. These 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.
