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...
I went hiking with a group of people a few weeks ago and part way through the walk we stopped at a cafe for a drink and a toilet break. One by one, everyone in the group sat down on the chairs around me and...
Did you know Physiotherapists not only treat and manage patients who are experiencing symptoms relating to a current or underlying condition, but also help people prior to surgery? Prehabilitation (or prehab for short!) is the process of optimising physical function prior to surgery to ensure that...
Eating should be one of life's many pleasures. Sadly, I see time and time again people who are so confused and sometimes even terrified about trying to eat "perfectly" that food ends up creating feelings of guilt and misery instead of pleasure and enjoyment. The "clean...
Achilles Tendinopathy Part 1– Understanding the Problem What is an Achilles Tendinopathy? The Achilles tendon is the thick tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel bone. The calf muscles have a vital role in supporting their shared tendon and helping to absorb shock. The Achilles is unfortunately...
A huge amount of research has been conducted into the effectiveness of acupuncture when used in the treatment of women's health conditions. Findings from this research strongly suggest the use of acupuncture in this area offers many benefits, and that the treatment is safe to use...
Most people come to see a dietitian because something has happened. Sometimes they’ve been diagnosed with a medical condition. Other times, they’ve seen a photo and decided now is the time to finally do something about their weight. Sometimes they are at their wits end...
30-40% of UK adults have low levels of vitamin D in their body between January and March.1 It is difficult to get sufficient amounts of vitamin D from food alone. In the UK, our skin does not produce enough vitamin D from the sun...
