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Whether it is or not, it is important to treat the problem, not the diagnosis “It’s a rotator cuff injury” is sometimes a diagnosis that is expressed in the absence of real proof, blaming the rotator cuff for what could be almost any shoulder, neck or even spinal issue. The

What can you do if you get one? How can you stop them becoming regular? Muscle spasms usually occur in the lumbar region of your back, or in your neck and shoulders –often the upper trapezius muscle. Spasms can be very painful, stopping you from moving. They areyour body’s way

There are so many reasons for foot or heel pain, it may not plantar Many people – often keen runners – assume that any foot or heel pain is plantar fasciitis. It may be,but, since the foot is at the end of a long physical chain of muscles, tendons, bones

The British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) has radically rethought the long-held belief that softtissue injuries are best managed by the acronyms that have evolved over the last few decades,namely ICE (Ice, Compression, Elevation) and RICE (add Rest) and PRICE (add Protection) and evenPOLICE (which removes Rest, adding Optimal Loading).

Scientific evidence from the USA and Mexico points to statistically significant benefits through the use of an anti-gravity treadmill People with Parkinson’s Disease experience symptoms that can include an increasingly stilted gait,decreased mobility, and naturally, along with these, a huge reduction in their confidence in movingaround. The latest research holds

ome simple steps can ensure that you are in the best possible shape toundergo your procedure – and that you get the optimal result from it We all know that NHS waiting times are longer than ever. Figures as high as 7.3 million have beensuggested for the total number of

Manual Lymphatic Drainage: a new offering Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a wonderfully gentle yet hugely effective treatment (“one ofthe health world’s best kept secrets”), which is used to speed the removal of toxins and swellingfrom the body. Among those for whom it is most appropriate are those who want

OptiNeck Balance Wedge: “the solution to 21st century posture” “We were a bit dubious when we first saw it,” says Jo Sealey. “It looked too simple to do any real good, but we were willing to give it a go.” A fellow practitioner had brought the OptiNeck Balance Wedge to

re you diabetic? A foot check is vital A professional podiatry examination can avert serious problems If you have diabetes, you will probably know that you should pay particular attention to your feet. This is because diabetes can interfere with the blood flow to your extremities – medical name:peripheral neuropathy

Only Autumn Leaves Should Fall: help avoid accidents this season Only autumn leaves should fall: help to avoid accidents this season. As the weather gets colder and the days shorter, it is time to recognise once again that autumn and winter present more mobility challenges than the warmer seasons. We

Removing verrucae need not be painful Our new treatment is quick, painless and 80% effective Traditionally, removing verrucae has been a tortuous and in many cases torturous process. Variousmethods, including digging out and the application of chemicals, have been the norm up to thispoint. Now, at Grosvenor, however, we have

SEPTEMBER AT GROSVENOR REMEMBER SEPTEMBER: is it time to get back into your Pilates routine? If you have (perhaps understandably) neglected your exercise regime over the summer, remember to book your return to action now! WENDIE’S SPINAL SPECIALISATION NOW AVAILABLE FOR SELF REFERRAL Our spinal specialist, Wendie, whom many of

Lou, we salute you: our therapist qualifies in MLD Congratulations to Louise on the completion of her MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) qualification. After long and intensive training, leading to challenging exams both practical and theoretical, Louise has passed to qualify in the Dr. Vodder School of MLD, which is considered

Try as we might to maintain a healthy lifestyle when away on holiday, there are obvious challenges to achieving this. You can find yourself eating and drinking more – and doing less – with the result that it may take a little time for you to resume your previous routine

AlterG: gravity changer, game changer We have probably never been so excited about a piece of equipment You may have seen our AlterG anti-gravity treadmill in the corner of the room where we hold our classes. Alternatively, you may have heard about it. You may think that it’s some space

What does our Clinical Massage Therapist do? Short answer: “Works miracles;” long answer: “Works with the muscles, not on them” “A gentleman came to me with a frozen shoulder, which, he had been told, would require injections or surgery,” says Louise, our Clinical Massage Therapist. “He certainly had a severe

Our cancer rehabilitation sessions can benefit you physically, mentally and emotionally, before, during and after treatment “One lady is her 60s had had one lung removed. She was determined to get back to full fitness, and was diligent with her Pilates, restorative yoga and meditation. These sessions helped open up

Stubborn tendon issues? Tried everything? Read on … Is that heel, shoulder, elbow or Achilles not responding to treatment? You may think that most of our treatments work to reduce inflammation, in other words, they’re anti-inflammatory. But, with some stubborn problems, we actually go the other way, employing pro-inflammatory shockwave