Pain Management
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Finding Comfort in the Night: The Best Sleeping Positions for Back Pain Relief
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Introduction A restful night’s sleep can feel elusive for those struggling with back pain. In this blog, we explore the best sleeping position to alleviate back pain, offering insights into how your bedtime posture can make a significant difference. These tried and tested positions come from both my personal experiences of back pain as well…
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Why Does Your Knee Hurt at Night?
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Introduction Many people find themselves tossing and turning at night, plagued by the persistent ache in their knees. If you’ve ever wondered why your knees seem to protest more vigorously under the cover of darkness, you’re not alone. Patients in clinic often report their knee pain is worse on a night. In this blog, we…
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Unlocking Relief: Managing Osteoarthritis (OA) of the Knee
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Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is a prevalent issue affecting millions of people around the world. If you or someone you know is grappling with this condition, you’re not alone. In this blog, we’ll explore what OA of the knee is, effective management strategies, and how you can take proactive steps to improve your knee…
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How will exercise help my Osteoarthritic (OA) knee?
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Introduction If you have been diagnosed with arthritis in your knee, you may be wondering if exercises can help to manage your symptoms. It’s one of the common reasons why people come and see me in clinic. While exercise cannot cure arthritis, it plays an important role in managing your pain and improving your knee…
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Standing Tall – Understanding and Alleviating Back Pain
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Why do I have back pain when standing? Introduction Back pain while standing is a common concern that many individuals face and thing I see most frequently in clinic. It can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from poor posture to underlying health issues. In this blog, we’ll explore the potential causes of…
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Yoga or Pilates, which is better for my back pain?
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Introduction This is a question I am often asked. Unfortunately, there is no simple right or wrong answer so bear with me! Within the blog, we will take a look at both disciplines as well as my experiences of treating back pain with exercise, so that by the end you should be able to work…
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How to Walk with a Stick
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Using a stick can help reduce pain and provide support. I see the benefits with patients all the time. However, it is important to use it correctly. By the end of this blog, you will be an expert as I share how to use your stick correctly when walking and using stairs as well as…
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How To Walk With A Cane
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Using a cane can help reduce pain and provide support. I see the benefits with patients all the time. However, it is important to use it correctly. By the end of this blog, you will be an expert as I share how to use your cane correctly when walking and using stairs as well as…
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How to Use a Cane – Top Tips
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Using a cane can help reduce pain and provide support. I see the benefits with patients all the time. However, it is important to choose the right cane and adjust it to the correct height to ensure maximum benefit. In this blog, we will discuss what to consider when buying a cane, how to use…
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Would A Cane or Crutch be better for my arthritic knee?
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Introduction Living with arthritis poses unique challenges, especially when it comes to mobility. One common dilemma individuals face is choosing between a cane or crutches for knee support. It’s something I get asked a lot and the benefits of using one are obvious for all to see. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of…
Is Your Posture Causing You Pain?