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Large and heavy breasts can be a big problem for some women. Here are six signs you should do something about them.
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist Robin Higginson recommends a series of morning stretches to relieve back pain and keep it at bay.
Back issues are extremely common. Research reveals that 4 in 5 adults (that’s 80%) experience the discomfort and distress of back pain. Despite what you may think, resting won’t help your back recover. Being inactive leads to stiffer joints, and sitting for long periods compresses them further, potentially causing more pain. You need to keep your spine active in order for the joints to stay limber. That’s why exercise is commonly advised as one of the best ways to help prevent and manage most back pain.
With gyms open and exercise classes back on the schedule, you may have already got stuck in, or maybe you’re gearing up to head back to the gym soon. If you haven’t been keeping up an at-home workout routine, there may be a risk of doing too much too soon. Senior physiotherapists Emily Jackson and Daniel Gibson, share their top tips for safely getting back into training after a long break, and what to do if you suffer from a sports injury.
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. Dr Veena Patel, Consultant Rheumatologist at the Nuffield Health Leicester Hospital explores how the cold weather and winter can affect our joints and the ways we can manage the pain and discomfort at home.
Bunions can be painful and their appearance embarrassing. Occasionally bunions can lead to more serious problems.Here is what you need to know.
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 disclosed kneecap, why you might get one, and how to treat it.
In these unprecedented times we are all dealing with many personal, health and financial uncertainties, often resulting in additional stress and strain as we adapt to homeworking. Dr Rashmi Singh, GP, takes a specific look at eye strain and headaches associated with the pressures we find ourselves under whilst working from home during self-isolation and lockdown.
Getting up and down stairs can be difficult while recovering on crutches. This video guide shows you how to get it right.
Getting in and out of bed can be challenging while recovering on crutches. This video guide shows you how to get it right.