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Blooming Marvellous
PhysioExtra is doing its bit for Ham and Petersham's Britain in Bloom 2019 competition bid. The weather may be cold, but spring has definitely sprung in the beds surrounding the studio. Regardless of what the Britain in Bloom judges
Sitting comfortably?
The odds are that right now you are engaged in an activity that is harming your health. Humans are not built to spend the day sitting, yet that is what most of us now do. Just some of the consequences are that your gluteal and hip flexor
What is the most effective way to warm up?
Whether you are training to run a marathon, planning to play your favourite sport, or doing some gardening, warming-up should be the first thing on your to-do list. Doing a few simple movements prepares your body and mind for what you are going
Dr Leon’s casebook
An essential skill for a physio is detecting the root cause of pain. This is not always obvious, as pain is often referred. Take the case of a lorry driver who came to PhysioExtra with severe sciatic problems. He had already seen a series of
No pain, no gain?
Need help to get fit, but are worried about using a personal trainer? Plunging straight from your sedentary lifestyle into a sweaty nightmare of pushups while being screamed at by someone standing over you with a six-pack is
When to see a physiotherapist
A new year a new beginning…. This is the time of year for New Year resolutions with many based on improving our health and fitness. It can be a bit of a challenge to stay committed and motivated, so here at Physio Extra we will be helping you