by sarah | Mar 2, 2017
Here is a nice easy exercise to help loosen stiff shoulders. 1. Sit or stand with good posture. 2. Keep your hands by your sides. 3. Rotate your shoulders in a circle; up to your ears and back down again. 4. Repeat in the other direction. Repeat for 2 minutes....
by sarah | Feb 26, 2017
One of the best things about February is that it’s so short, so your latest Weekend Reads is here already 🙂 I hope you all survived Storm Doris this week and are looking forward to pancake day on Tuesday. 1. I thought these Self Care for Spring ideas were really...
by sarah | Feb 23, 2017
I’ve been thinking a lot recently about how the seasons affect our health, wellbeing, energy levels and lifestyles. Most years I find the winter months a real struggle. The short, dark days, grey skies and never ending rain tend to leave me feeling exhausted....
by sarah | Feb 16, 2017
We’ve already discussed what frozen shoulder is and how it can be treated. Today I’m going to share some tips and advice to reduce pain and hopefully speed up the healing process. Keep Moving Movement may feel uncomfortable but it’s really important...
by sarah | Feb 9, 2017
This is a very gentle exercise, suitable for the early, painful stages of a shoulder problem. I often use it with my Frozen Shoulder patients but it’s useful for many other conditions. 1. Sit or stand with good posture. 2. Shrug your shoulders up towards...
by sarah | Feb 3, 2017
If you’re planning a holiday for Valentine’s day or half term it’s worth taking care of your spine during your travels. No one wants a well deserved break ruined by back pain! Here are a couple of quick tips to keep you fit and healthy: ...
by sarah | Jan 28, 2017
Happy New Year to all of my readers! I hope you had a restful break and a good start to 2017. January always seems to be filled with resolutions to be fitter and healthier. Here are my favourite health articles from the month. 1.Why do we wake up with joint...
by sarah | Jan 26, 2017
Frozen Shoulder causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint. It does eventually clear up on its own, but this can take several years. There are several treatment options available: Painkillers Oral analgesics such as NSAIDS (ibuprofen, naproxen etc) and...
by sarah | Jan 19, 2017
Frozen Shoulder (aka Adhesive Capsulitis) is a relatively common disorder of the shoulder, causing pain and loss of movement. What Causes Frozen Shoulder? The exact cause is unknown but frozen shoulder appears to be more common in the 50+ age group and in...
by sarah | Jan 12, 2017
This stretch is great for increasing the flexibility of your shoulders. I use it a lot with people recovering from frozen shoulder, but it can be useful in other cases too. It is best to avoid this one if your shoulder is painful. 1. Roll a large bath towel...
