Previously, I explained the different types of headaches. Now I want to explore how you can treat them. Orthodox treatment of headaches is over the counter painkillers, while stronger prescribed medication may be required for migraines. However it should be noted that frequent use of pain killers can trigger what [...]
Last week we established that massage is safe for pregnant women. A scientific review of studies of pregnancy in massage fond that pregnant women who received massage had
I may be biased but I believe sports massage should be part of every runner's training program. Sports massage offers runners three benefits
I know previously I have discussed how to minimise the risk factors associate with muscle cramps including during pregnancy. Exercise Related Muscle Cramps May occur during, after or in some case many hours after vigorous activity. In addition to minimising the risk factors I have previously documented you need to ensure you
Having spoken previously about why poor posture is bad for you, I wanted to move on to give you a simple exercise that helps promote good posture. Brugger's exercise routine is devised to activate postural muscles weakened and simultaneously stretched by a prolonged sitting posture.
Slumped Position
The new year is a natural time for focusing on new goals. At the end of the festive season we can feel like we have over indulged so want to refocus on health. I know I certainly feel like that. So I wanted to share some ideas for health new [...]
In part 1, I looked at the impact of sitting on your muscles, and in part 2 I started to explore the impact on the rest of your body. [...]
These stretches can either be done as a complete series or individually. The aim of stretching is to relax the muscles so it should never be painful. Each stretch should be held for 15 seconds and repeated twice. Ideally you should stretch daily. Back
For those of your who don't know I have a background in IT. This means I am very comfortable with technology and love my smartphone. However I am for once a month to do a digital detox the reason is that I recognise that I live in an "always on" [...]
The first reaction when we are in pain is often to take a painkiller. I know from experience in clinic, when that the painkiller stops working that is when our clients book a massage. But would exerise help? To me it is counter-intuitive to exercise when in pain so I [...]
