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How a standing desk can help you

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. National Physiotherapy Lead Jodie Breach has all the answers and information, below.

  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Neck and back
  • Workstation wellbeing
Updated 16 October 2026

How to cope with joint pain as you get older

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. Clinical Fitness Regional Lead Abby Maclean has all the information and exercises you need to lessen the strain on your joints as you age.

  • Active aging
  • Arthritis
  • Musculoskeletal health
Updated 16 October 2026

What is long COVID and how can it be treated?

Find out the symptoms of long COVID and how you can self-manage and get rehabilitation for these

  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Respiratory health
  • Lifestyle management
Updated 16 October 2026

Foods that can make arthritis symptoms worse

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.

  • Arthritis
  • Nutrition tips
  • Musculoskeletal health
Updated 15 October 2026

The health benefits of yoga

Yoga has been shown to improve both physical as well as mental health. Yoga instructor Sam Graham brings you seven science-backed benefits of a regular yoga practice.

  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Exercise classes
  • Fitness
Updated 15 October 2026

5 signs you may need physiotherapy

Nuffield Health physiotherapist highlights five signs that you may need physiotherapy.

  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Physiotherapy
  • Joint and muscle health
Updated 12 October 2026

Just another groin strain?

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

  • Joint surgery
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Injury
Updated 01 October 2026

Active recovery from surgery, pain or injury

Graham Morland, Senior Wellbeing Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, explains how exercise can support you on the road to recovery.

  • Treatment advice
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Physiotherapy
Updated 10 September 2026

4 common causes of shoulder pain

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

  • Joint and muscle health
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Neck and back
Updated 10 September 2026