by sarah | Aug 2, 2018
I’m often asked what the best sleeping position is, and the best answer is whichever position feels most comfortable. Having said that there are some advantages and disadvantages to each position. On your Back Many people with neck pain seem to find it more...
by sarah | Jul 12, 2018
Knots in muscle are also known as myofascial trigger points (MFTPs), trigger points and tender points. Their name, cause and identification can be contentious but they are a very common phenomenon and frequently contribute to muscular pain. Knots usually have these...
by sarah | Jul 5, 2018
Intervertebral discs sit between the bones in your spine (vertebrae) and act as shock absorbers. They also contribute to the flexibility of your spine. Discs sit in the anterior (front) part of your spine so you can’t feel them through your skin. When...
by sarah | May 17, 2018
Sciatica seems to be a well known but poorly understood condition. It generally refers to pain in the buttock and back of the leg, but can also include back pain, tingling, shooting pain, numbness and muscle tension. Sciatica is a result of irritation to the sciatic...
by sarah | Apr 13, 2017
Staying in 1 position, particularly sitting, is not very good for your spine. Sitting with poor posture is even worse as it places uneven load on some muscle groups. Over time this can lead to stiffness and pain. Previously I’ve discussed how to sit...
