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Senior Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist Kunal Sedani breaks down the best way to avoid injury and physically prepare yourself for the slopes.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 22 November 2024

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

If your marathon is four months away, use this training programme to begin to increase speed and stamina.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 14 June 2021

Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital in Wimbledon, London, has made available the da Vinci Xi surgical system, a leading robotic-assisted surgical system that enables consultant surgeons to perform with greater precision, to patients across London and the South.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 23 October 2023

Justin Jones, Head of Physiology at Nuffield Health explains the symptoms, the difference between types 1 and 2 diabetes, and what you can do to reduce your chances of developing the condition.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 13 November 2020

For some of us, winter means adapting our training regime to stay fit and healthy. Thankfully, switching up how we exercise during the cold months isn’t as tricky as it might sound.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 31 January 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

Tackling a marathon for the first time is a daunting experience for every runner, but once you’ve crossed the finish line it’s an achievement you’ll never forget. The day of the race however, is all about preparation and making sure your race goes without a hitch.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 15 October 2024

People with diabetes are twice as likely to have high blood pressure than those without diabetes. High blood pressure can increase your risk of heart disease, so it's really important to live a healthy lifestyle if you have diabetes. Conor Duncan, Senior Physiologist, shares advice for diabetics to manage their blood pressure.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 11 January 2023

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

Have you heard any summer myths? "You shouldn’t swim after you’ve eaten" or "Have a cup of tea, it will cool you down". We get told these myths by friends and family every summer, but do we know if they're true?

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 9 August 2022

The push-up is one of the best bodyweight exercises that anyone can do. An added benefit is they require no equipment and are great for building muscle and functional strength almost anywhere. Find out all you need to know about technique and how best to approach the push-up if you’re starting a 30-day challenge, below.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Monday 16 December 2019

The Wattbike is known as the indoor bike that feels most like a road bike and is used by professional athletes around the world in their training. Here we discover what makes it different to any other static bike.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 19 June 2015

Preparing your diet before having bariatric surgery will minimise the risks of complications, maximise weight loss and help you break bad eating habits to optimise your chances of long-term success. Tracey Strudwick explains how.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 1 March 2016

There’s a lot that goes into an exercise routine, both mentally and physically. For some, changing things up every few months helps keep things fresh and exciting. For others, the idea of new exercises and unfamiliar territory in the gym can be daunting.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 22 March 2024

Running in winter: some of us love it, some of us hate it. Whether you’re training for a marathon or taking on a new year’s resolution to get a bit more active, running in the winter brings a unique set of challenges with it. Thankfully, there are several ways to make running in cold weather easier and more enjoyable.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 8 October 2024

We all have it in us to get a little fitter. Test and improve your fitness levels with these seven challenges from our personal trainers.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 26 August 2016

Is it really possible to have a partial knee replacement in the morning and get home the same day?

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 3 April 2019

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

Losing your desire for sex is an uncomfortable subject to talk about but asking for help is the first step to reclaiming your sexuality.

Updated: Thursday 10 September 2026

Published: Friday 1 April 2016