Read this to Bust some Myths about Back Pain!
http://www.csp.org.uk/your-health/healthy-living/public-information-leaflets/back-pain-myth-busters
Remember our backs are strong and the best ‘cure’ is time.
Take some time to read this superb article written by Mary OKeefe. https://www.rte.ie/eile/brainstorm/2018/0130/937071-all-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-back-pain/
How do we get the right messages out to the right people?
Reflections on a recent Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Brainstorm known as #TheBigRs I was sitting at a table that was allocated to discussing how we improve our ‘Public Messaging’. Everyone there was passionate about their profession, we began by talking about how we can best get a consistent message about what we do in relation to the… Read More »
Active Aging. Its never too late…..
ACTIVE AGING- ITS NEVER TOO LATE……. Physical Activity has been shown in many studies to be the KEY FACTOR for a LONG and FULFILLED LIFE and even adding length to your life. Why is exercise important? • 40% of Older People attending GP surgeries report ‘poor mental health’. Being active improves confidence and reduces anxiety… Read More »
You’re never too old to be a 100m world champion!
Enjoy watching this inspiring video of Charles Eugster, who took up sprinting at the age of 95! http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/magazine-41039873/charles-eugster-a-world-athletics-champion-at-97 This could be you once you start some Physiotherapy at home! Call us if you want help with starting to exercise and make a plan towards your goals.
How much exercise should you be doing? The why’s and the how’s answered…..
As NHS Choices says, ‘If exercise were a pill it would be one of the most cost effective drugs invented’. So why do we struggle to find the motivation to do it? Try these simple tricks: 1. Set yourself a goal. This may be as simple as walking to the end of the… Read More »