When it comes to soothing an injury, the age-old question remains: ice or heat for injuries? Both can be incredibly effective, but knowing when to use cold versus heat can make all the difference in your recovery. The short answer? It depends on the type of injury and the area affected. Physiotherapist Pooja and Sports […]
Youth Sporting Injuries: Finley’s Rehabilitation Journey with Nordic Balance
Watching your kids play sports is a joy, but it can be tough to see them take a tumble or get injured! Youth sporting injuries are part of the game but also part of growing up and learning what it takes to get back on track. This is a lesson that Finley had to learn […]
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment A Clients Story From Pain to Recovery
Have you found yourself struggling to wear your favourite shoes or to hit your stride on your daily run? Maybe you are waking up with pain in your feet or find that by the end of the day, you struggle to walk around. If so, you could be experiencing symptoms of plantar fasciitis. In this […]
Shockwave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis
Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a unique and innovative treatment option for various musculoskeletal conditions. It stands out for its remarkable effectiveness in managing Plantar Fasciitis, a common overuse injury often experienced by runners. But first, what is Shockwave Therapy? Approved by NICE, Shockwave Therapy works by passing short, intense sound waves into affected tissues. The […]
Surviving the Festive Frenzy: How to Keep Back Pain at Bay This Christmas
The festive season is upon us, bringing with it the joy and merriment of Christmas. However, as physiotherapist Kaylee knows all too well, this time of year can also mean facing the dreaded lower back pain for some. Whether hauling the Christmas tree from the attic, bending over the oven for the perfect turkey and […]
How the Graston Technique Works – Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation
The Graston Technique is one of the most effective natural treatments for soft tissue pains and injuries commonly used by Sports Therapists and Physiotherapists. The treatment incorporates the use of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) to restore the myofascial tissues to their full function. By applying gentle pressure on the area of the […]
What is cupping therapy, and how does it work?
The trouble with natural therapies is that they often sound pretty painful. With Shockwave Therapy, Acupuncture’s needles and now the suction used in cupping therapy, those of us who are squeamish might take some convincing. But in reality, the pain is nowhere near as bad as it looks. Although it leaves behind slightly strange-looking […]
What is Dry Needling, and what is it used for?
Are you wincing in pain at the thought? Don’t worry; although we usually see dry needling in cartoons as a series of painful jabs (it feels like a classic Tom and Jerry sketch), the reality is far more soothing. In fact, very few of our clients were previously aware of the remarkable benefits of dry […]
Understanding the Difference Between Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Chiropractic Care
What is the difference between physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic care? This is a question that we get asked a lot. Read on to find a definition of all three treatments, their benefits and understanding the similarities and differences of each practice helping you to make a more informed decision. What are the similarities […]
Is Chiropractic Neck Cracking Safe?
“Are you sure you won’t snap my neck?” “What if you paralyze me?” Due to the rise of the YouTube wanna-be-chiropractors, these are questions that Chiropractor Joe Abbott often hears. Even during clinical practice sessions, clients can still be slightly sceptical. For sure, Joe will be the first to admit that chiropractic neck […]
