If we divid the word Bursitis into two Bursa – is a small fluid filled sac that reduces friction at certain points in the body (usually between tendon/muscle and bone). Itis – inflammation so put the two together and you have = inflammation of the bursa Essentially this is an irritated bursa. The ‘Ischiogluteal’ bursa […]
This is a condition commonly affecting those over 30 years of age and under 60. It also affects men more frequently than women according to some studies. The condition is caused by a trapped nerve, the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve. When this happens sensory changes such as pain, burning, tingling and numbness can occur […]
Pain is a predictor of poor health especially if you are more elderly. It is commonly associated with low levels of physical activity and performance. Those developing pain when older are 4x (400%) more likely to suffer from Anxiety and Depression, as well as social isolation, loss of independence, decreased appetite, poor sleep, Brain decline, […]
This is a very well known condition which can be debilitating for some sufferers. It is also known as Adhesive Capsulitis in the medical profession. A true frozen shoulder will limit the shoulder joint in almost every direction. It’s rate of incidence is 2% in the ?? population. Commonly affecting those aged between 40 to 60. It […]
During COVID we’ve been keeping the windows open to make sure the rooms are well ventilated and have plenty of fresh air. With winter coming this won’t be as comfortable or as economical so we have bought some air purifiers for the treatment rooms and reception areas to use when we don’t want to be […]
Lancashire And Preston Lockdown Update We continue to implement stringent hygiene measures and ask everybody visiting here to rigorously abide by these procedures to help make the clinic safe for all. The lockdown measures in Preston and Lancashire do not affect the way Healthcare Facilities such as Chiropractors are able to open. If you are in an area of local […]
Bum and leg pain… could it be your Piriformis Muscle? All piriformis syndrome means is that the muscle compresses the Sciatic nerve which lays beneath it. When this happens symptoms typically include – stinging/ burning/ sins in the bum and travelling down the leg/s. It is uncommon to get this down both legs usually it […]
These joints are part of the pelvis are the most commonly known pelvic joints to cause pain. They function to dissipate physical forces that travel through the body. Generally speaking, it is anatomically low in its natural range of movement, especially when you compare it to the neighbours — the hip joints! Hence the main role […]
One of the most common questions we hear in clinic, is which is more beneficial to use? This article hopes to tackle this questions and give some general information to help you. Using ice or heat as a treatment is called Cryotherapy. (In case you ever hear that in the future – otherwise its not much […]
Manual handling means load transport using bodily force. Manual handling injury is a musculoskeletal disorder. Common causes of Manual handling injuries: – Lifting heavy loads – repeated movement – awkward postures – exacerbation from previous injuries – improper/ poor rehabilitation and de-conditioning Heavy lifting with improper techniques even if we have been trained can often […]