Osteoporosis is often described as a “silent condition” because bone loss happens gradually and without pain. Many people are unaware they have it until a minor fall or everyday movement results in a fracture. Understanding osteoporosis—and knowing how to protect your bones—can make a significant difference to your long-term health, independence, and quality of life. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis literally means “porous bones.” Healthy bone is dense and strong, but with

When something hurts, it’s natural to think, “I need a scan.” Many people assume that an X-ray or MRI will reveal exactly what’s wrong and point straight to the solution. But here’s the surprising truth: for most common aches and pains, scans are not  the starting point — and often they don’t change the treatment at all. Research consistently shows that most findings on scans are completely normal signs of ageing, not the cause of pain. In fact, over half of people in their 4

Many people come to physiotherapy saying they feel “wonky”, “twisted” or that something is “out of place”. It’s a very real and uncomfortable feeling — but let’s clear up one of the most common myths: your vertebrae or pelvis don’t go out of place. The joints of your spine and pelvis are incredibly strong and stable. They can’t simply “slip” or “pop out” — that would require major trauma, not day-to-day movement or even lifting. What actually happens is that muscles can tight

Written By Freya Sawyer, Chartered Physiotherapist. It can feel like a full-body workout if you’ve ever tried to keep up with the kids during a hectic day. Parenting can be unexpectedly taxing on the body, whether you’re kneeling to tie laces, carrying bags and scooters, or giving endless piggybacks. No wonder so many parents, grandparents, and other adults struggle with sore knees, stiff shoulders and aching backs.     Why Parenting Can Take Its Toll   There’s rarely any rea

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Introduction Lower back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints worldwide, affecting up to 80% of people at some...

There’s a particular kind of worry that comes with watching a loved one start to struggle with their independence. It often creeps in slowly — a hesitation when they get up from a chair, an unsteady step on the stairs, or a casual comment like “I just lost my balance for a second.” But beneath those small moments is something much bigger: concern, fear, and sometimes helplessness. Maybe it’s your mum who’s lost confidence walking outdoors. Or your dad who’s been having near-m

Following the success of Don’t Fall, Walk Tall!—a community event held in September 2024 aimed at raising awareness about fall...

Chondromalacia patellae: Analysis of this knee underrated condition  How many times you felt your kneecap bothering you when you run? Maybe is just a discomfort, not even pain, but it just feels different than the other side. Maybe it also makes more sounds when you are squatting or getting up from the couch. But maybe, after a few months your knee hurts more than it ever did when you were active. You are doing less and somehow, it’s getting worse? Something must be off with

Returning to running after an ACL injury is a big milestone. Returning to running after an ACL injury is a big milestone. It’s something many people with an ACL injury look forward to during their recovery, but it’s also a step that requires careful consideration. This article breaks down why running can be challenging after an ACL injury, how people are often cleared to start running, and what the latest research suggests for a safe return to running post-surgery. Why Is Run

It’s one of the most common wishes we hear at Nailsea Physio. Not “I want to run a marathon” or “I want to lift heavy weights” — but...

On this blog we are going to look to a physiotherapy case study that we had at Nailsea Physio.   In this case we are going to see how the...

The belief that running is harmful to your knees started from past research studies showing the high forces undergone by the knee when...

Acupuncture, a practice developed by the Chinese over 3000 years ago, has long been surrounded by explanations based on traditional...

Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint, significantly restricting...

Running is a great way to stay fit, but it's also an activity that can lead to injury, especially for beginners. Whether you're new to...

As we bid farewell to 2024 you may be reflecting on the bad things that may have happened in the last year, or you may be consolidating...

We are doing the Motor Neurone Disease Associations 5000 Squats in November Challenge! The money raised will help to support the...

Emma Klijn recently provided 220 Triathlon Magazine with some insights on common overuse injuries in triathlon and how to best avoid them.