by sarah | May 6, 2020
Most disc injuries improve and heal with time. This is true of all types of disc injury including slipped discs, disc herniations, sequestered discs etc. A systematic review found that 96% of sequestered discs regressed spontaneously (without surgery). In addition to...
by sarah | Apr 29, 2020
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀No! It sounds counter-intuitive but you don’t need to stretch before you run. There’s quite a bit of research indicating that stretching before exercise either does nothing or slightly increases your risk of injury. It is better to use a dynamic...
by sarah | Apr 27, 2020
Treat yourself to a gentle hand massage today. This routine is great for anyone who uses their hands a lot, maybe through typing or texting, cooking, gardening, crafting or drawing. It’s quick and easy and should help your hands feel nice and relaxed. Hold out...
by sarah | Apr 23, 2020
Yes, most disc injuries will heal with time and you’ll be fine to run. Running can also be a useful way to strengthen and mobilise your low back, so it could actually be good for your discs. Some research has shown fast walking and running can lead to thicker,...
by sarah | Apr 23, 2020
Are you working from home due to coronavirus? You might have noticed stiffness and discomfort across your neck, shoulders and upper back. This is probably down to spending long periods at a poorly set up work station. There are two things you need to do to feel...
