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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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

Do you shy away from exercise because you're worried about damaging your joints? Concerned about putting excess stress and strain on your knees or hips? You're not alone.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

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

Joint pain is one of the most common reasons people of all ages give for avoiding physical activity. Stiff joints, poor range of motion, and mobility issues can all make accessing and enjoying exercise difficult.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

As we age, our muscle mass starts to shrink. This can put extra pressure on our joints and increase our risk of joint pain and conditions like arthritis. Thankfully, painful joints are avoidable no matter what age you are.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 26 October 2023

Companies and individuals are always on the hunt for innovative ways to limit the negative effects of desk work. Whether you’re concerned about back pain or productivity, a standing desk has something for you.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 20 November 2023

Regional Lead Physiotherapist, Joanne Fidock, recommends a series of morning stretches to relieve back pain and keep it at bay.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 9 October 2019

The back is one of the largest sections of muscle and bone in the human body. Because of its size, the back is more prone to injury and damage than other areas, which makes strengthening the muscles in the area vital.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 6 June 2016

Back issues are extremely common. Research reveals that 4 in 5 adults (that’s 80%) experience the discomfort and distress of back pain at some point in their lifetime. Inactivity can make the muscles tighten up and the joints become stiff, so rest isn't always the best option. That’s why exercise is commonly advised as one of the best ways to help prevent and manage most back pain.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 12 November 2020

The effects of the pandemic have been significant, and we’ve seen the impact of long COVID on physical and mental health. GP and Dermatology Lead Dr Unnati Desai explains the symptoms of long COVID, and how you can both self-manage and get rehabilitation for these.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Monday 27 September 2021

Getting in and out of the car after hip surgery or injury can be difficult using crutches. This video guide shows you how to get it right.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 14 October 2016

Getting in and out of bed can be difficult while recovering on crutches. This video guide shows you how to get it right.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 14 October 2016

Getting up and down stairs while recovering on crutches can be difficult. This video guide shows you how to get it right.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 14 October 2016

We’ve partnered with our very own Stephen Macconville, Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, to compile a list of seven exercises all older adults and seniors should be doing at home to increase flexibility and maintain a good range of motion.

Updated: Thursday 3 September 2026

Published: Friday 27 March 2020

Using a foam roller can be a highly effective way of improving your post-workout recovery. Helping to increase mobility, foam rolling can also reduce onset muscle soreness and aid with the function of our vascular and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Monday 18 September 2023

Keith Eyres, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, answers five common questions about knee pain to help you understand what’s wrong and give your knee the right treatment.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 3 January 2020

Fast track your recovery with this easy-to-follow video guide for hip surgery patients.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 14 October 2016

Is a bad knee getting in the way of the things you love? Mr Peter Gallacher, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital, reveals four signs you may need a new one.

Updated: Friday 28 August 2026

Published: Friday 5 February 2016

Physiotherapy and surgery aren't the only remedies for injury. Adapting your diet can help support a faster recovery too. Shirley Ward explains.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Tuesday 19 January 2016