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. 

Injury Neck and back Physiotherapy Arthritis Workstation Wellbeing Hip and knee Joint pain

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: Thursday 15 October 2026

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

Arthritis and diet are closely linked, and we know that certain inflammatory foods can make managing the condition harder. Thankfully, if we know what triggers to avoid, the food and drink we consume can also help reduce inflammation, joint pain, and stiffness.

Updated: Thursday 15 October 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 September 2024

Going to the gym shouldn't just be about working out, it can also be a place to meet new people, relax or have fun. Here, we run through our top things you can do to make the best of your gym membership.

Updated: Wednesday 14 October 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 December 2016

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: Monday 12 October 2026

Published: Wednesday 9 September 2015

Surgeon Jon Mutimer explains why it's worth checking out that niggling pain.

Updated: Thursday 1 October 2026

Published: Tuesday 19 February 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

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

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

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

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

If you suffer with chronic pain or inflammation of the joints, winter can be a tough time. As the nights draw in and we start to feel the chill of winter, our joint pain can start to worsen if we aren’t prepared.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 7 December 2023

Injuring yourself on the mountain can be a scary and frustrating time. Nuffield Health Senior Physiotherapist Andrew Letheren offers some sage advice for what to do if you take a tumble on the slopes.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 9 November 2015

Chronic pain can make it feel like life may never be “good” or “normal” again. Whether it’s joint pain, arthritis or the long-term discomfort associated with a diagnosed health condition, chronic pain is ever present for millions of people.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018