Musculoskeletal health

The way we sit, stand and repetitive actions we take every day can have an effect on your posture and the muscles supporting your skeleton. Nuffield Health experts provide advice to help you manage your musculoskeletal health while at work. 

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Pregnancy can be a difficult time both physically and mentally, especially if you’re suffering with back pain or pelvic floor symptoms. Changes to your weight, hormone levels, and your response to pain can also make existing back pain worse in pregnancy.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 7 August 2024

If you’re experiencing joint pain, one of the most important things to do is keep your weight down. Follow our healthy guide to weight loss to lessen the load on your joints.

Updated: Monday 14 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, but this article by Jodie Breach, National Lead Physiotherapist, looks at the most common form – osteoarthritis.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 9 October 2019

Many of us have heard of, or had, physiotherapy, but not many of us know what it actually is, what it does, or how many different types there are (spoiler: a lot!). Three Nuffield Health physiotherapists, Jodie Breach, Laura Stocks and Sharon Helsby, answer the 5 most common questions about physiotherapy:

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 7 September 2022

Pilates has become a major wellbeing trend in recent years, but its benefits aren’t just for fitness buffs. Here’s how Clinical Pilates can work for those living with injury and a range of health conditions.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 17 October 2016

Our natural response to musculoskeletal pain is to do as little as possible. But what if that pain is persistent? Regional Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, Adam Bellis, explains how exercise can help manage pain and get you on the path to recovery.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

Booking your first physiotherapy appointment can be daunting. John Doyle, Physiotherapy Lead at Nuffield Health, explains why physiotherapy has been proven to help people of all ages with the pain relief, healing and rehabilitation of most medical and surgical conditions.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 4 June 2019

Shoulder pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Ewan Bigsby outlines four common causes and what to do about them.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 3 April 2019

Injuries, operations and pain can put us off being active. Graham Morland, Senior Wellbeing Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, explains how carefully supervised exercise can support you on the road to recovery.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Thursday 25 May 2017

Mr Arijit Ghosh, an experienced orthopaedic knee specialist, explains the most common sporting injuries, how you can aid recovery at home and when it’s time to seek medical intervention.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 14 September 2023

A dislocated kneecap is a common injury, so it’s good to know what to do if you experience it. Tim Spalding, Specialist Knee Surgeon, explains how to tell if you’ve got a dislocated kneecap, why you might get one, and how to treat it.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 28 January 2020

Bunions can be painful and their appearance embarrassing. Occasionally bunions can lead to more serious problems. Here's how to live with, and when to get rid of, your bunions.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 9 June 2016

Lower back or lumbar pain is a common issue that will affect most people at some point in their lives. The lumbar region is located between the lowest rib and the top of the pelvis and is prone to pain that can be amplified by factors like a sedentary lifestyle, poor posture, and stress.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 11 July 2024

From strengthening your muscles to relieving stress, yoga can improve both your physical and mental health. Yoga instructor Sam Graham dives into the research to bring you the science-backed benefits of a regular yoga practice.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

Physiotherapy isn’t a treatment reserved for elite athletes, or even for those recovering from an injury. In fact it can be used to improve your health in many surprising ways. Here are five signs that you may need physiotherapy.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 9 September 2015

Mr Ewan Bigsby, Consultant Orthopaedic surgeon at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, guides you through the most common hand conditions, how to spot the signs and your treatment options.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Friday 25 October 2019

Pelvic floor training has changed a lot in recent years. With so many devices available, claims about building pelvic floor strength and curing incontinence are commonplace. Confused? Unsure where to start with pelvic floor muscle training? You’re not alone.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 24 August 2023

Large and heavy breasts can be a big problem for some women. Here are six signs you should do something about them.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 12 December 2016

Recently joined the gym or returning to training after a long break? There may be a risk of doing too much too soon. Senior physiotherapists Emily Jackson and Daniel Gibson, share their top tips for training safely, and what to do if you suffer from a sports injury.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 20 May 2021

Everyone has different pain tolerance levels, but if you're experiencing mild musculoskeletal pain, try practicing these natural techniques to improve how your body copes, without using painkillers.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018