The condition often referred to as Morton's neuroma, which was named after Dr Morton who first described this condition in 1876, describes a neuroma (thickening and swollen nerve fibre) located between the long bones (metatarsals) of the foot Due to the intimacy of the interdigital nerves...
Halo run several free drop in events throughout the year and there are several reasons we do this: 1) it provides a service for the local community, especially for those who may not otherwise be able to attend private physiotherapy sessions 2) it creates awareness of the...
I often discuss using Mindfulness with patients as a strategy to help clarify thoughts, deal with pain and ease day to day life stresses. But, what do we actually mean by ‘mindfulness’? There are many resources on line on this topic and shops are stacked with...
I had a number of enquiries last week from people suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) looking for support and advice. I’m always shocked and horrified when people tell me their GP has told them they “likely have IBS” and that they’ve been told to...
Today is Time To Talk Day 2019, a day when we're reminded that conversations about mental health have the power to change lives. I believe raising awareness of talking about mental health is immensely beneficial to us all. We may not always be aware how our mental...
Do you ever get sick of eating the same 10-15 recipes that you’ve been eating your entire adult life? We all get stuck in a “food rut” and lots of people look to cooking shows, recipe books and the internet for inspiration. But do you ever...
These 3 words are ones that I use most with my coaching and healing clients, because when they are used together, they can bring about the most profound changes in our lives. The first - CHOICE - is one that so many people tell me they...
Back pain remains one of the most common conditions Physiotherapists treat and we certainly see it a lot at Halo! Serious complications of back pain are rare, and indeed it is estimated that only 1% of all back pain conditions are due to serious underlying...
The long list of benefits associated with exercise are well known. A sustainable approach to exercise can take many forms and ultimately is geared to improving the quality of our lives. Certain types of exercise can be particularly important for our health and fitness needs...
"I’ve followed other diets to the letter and can’t seem to lose more than a few pounds” That is often what I hear women say when they have Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a genetic condition which affects a woman’s hormone levels and how her...
