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Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Pain

admin — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:07:23 +0000

Continuing with the back pain series we are moving up to the shoulders, looking at problems that can occur with tightness around the shoulder blades. Rotator Cuff The shoulder blade (scapula) is covered in a muscle group known as the rotator cuff. This is a group of 4 muscles that help hold the humerus (upper [...]

Thoracic Outlet and Carpal Tunnel Syndromes

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 21:51:54 +0000

In this next installment of the Back Pain Series we jump up a little to the upper back and problems associated with tightness and misalignment in this area, and the similarity to the more localised Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Most common in women between 20 and 50 years of age, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome [...]

Degenerative Disc Disease, Osteoarthritis and Spinal Stenosis

Natalie — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 17:26:39 +0000

In this second part of Lumbar problems we are looking at the more serious conditions of Degenerative Disc Disease, Osteoarthritis and Spinal Stenosis. Degenerative Disc Disease The term Degenerative Disc Disease sounds frightening and permanent. However, it is not as serious as it may suggest. As we get older our spinal discs start to degenerate. [...]

Need a reason for Massage?

Natalie — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:13:01 +0000

In the words of Gerry Pyves, NO HANDS Massage creator, a great reason for having a massage is NURTURANCE! “From the moment of birth until our death we experience less and less touch. You could say that our ‘touch quota’ steadily reduces from the moment we are born! Yet touch is one of the primal [...]

From allotment to veggie garden…

Natalie — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 17:31:03 +0000

It was a tough decision, but I decided this year that I would not be renewing my allotment rental. In 4 years of being a plotholder I have met some wonderful people, learned a huge amount and developed a real passion for growing organic fruit and vegetables. However, with my client base increasing and spending [...]

Sacral and lumbar problems

Natalie — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 09:52:37 +0000

So, continuing with the Back Pain series, we move up to the sacrum – the large flat bone right at the base of your back and then up to the lumbar vertebrae, the five large flexible bones at the bottom of the spine. The sacrum consists of five bones that are fused together to form [...]

Excellent understanding from a great client!

admin — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:33:50 +0000

I received this lovely email from a client following the newsletter on Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome. Paul has been coming for regular treatments for a while now and shows a real understanding of the importance of allowing things to heal and repair at their own rate. As impatient as we might be, we cannot hurry [...]

Isthmic Spondylothesis – a first hand experience

admin — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 10:49:20 +0000

This guest blog has been kindly written by Caroline to share her experience of Isthmic Spondylothesis. Her journey has been a long and painful one but she always has a smile on her face and is a constant reminder that even the toughest challenges can be overcome with determination and a positive outlook. Huge thanks [...]

Stretches for Piriformis Syndrome

Natalie — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 14:27:24 +0000

These are stretches I commonly suggest to my clients who present with Piriformis Syndrome. I have used these very successfully myself and continue to do so when I get a recurrence of this condition. With all these stretches ensure you go into them slowly, hold the stretch without bobbing or rocking and slowly release. You [...]

Sciatica or Piriformis Syndrome?

Natalie — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:08:01 +0000

Low back ache. Pain or dull ache in the buttock. Stinging, aching, tingling or throbbing down the back of the leg and possibly into the foot…. You can feel the symptoms all right but what is the problem? Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome may present with all or any of the above, which may be on [...]