Movement is Critical to Health How many of us exist in life doing little to no movement each day? In the world we live in we often have extreme periods of inactivity and often fail to move functionally throughout the day. These days we have an abundance of cars, lifts and escalators meaning our […]
The 42 Pound Head
Would you hang a large bowling ball around your neck for hours on end and expect to get no neck pain? On average, an adult human head weighs approximately 12lb and should be balanced directly above your spine, so that your ear is in line with your shoulder. Bad posture, sitting at a desk, slumping, […]
Run More: Learn More
Struggling to absorb new information? New research has indicated that aerobic exercise such as running can promote the growth of neurons (neurogenesis) within the hippocampus of the brain which can enhance your ability to learn and perform spatially complex tasks. The research studied the effects of sustained running, high-intensity interval training (HIT) and resistance training […]
Green Exercise: The Benefits of Walking and Exercising in Nature
Walking regularly can have a significant and positive impact on our overall health and well-being and when performed in a natural environment can promote better physical and psychological health. Walking in natural environments such as coastal paths, trails, parks and other green spaces has been shown to not only boost physical health but can […]
SUP International and Newquay Physiotherapy: 2015
Over the course of 2015, Newquay Physiotherapy has contributed to the Knowledge and Paddle Science sections of SUP International magazine. We combine our physiotherapy knowledge in relation to stand-up paddle-boarding to help improve technique, form and efficiency when on the water. The winter 2016 copy is currently out and asks: Do you stretch and if so, […]
The Health Benefits of Fresh Air
The sun’s shining today and with early morning sunrises and late evening sunsets, there’s no better time than the summer to get outdoors and enjoy some fresh air. Every cell in your body and therefore every function in your body relies upon a constant, fresh stream of oxygen. If you stay indoors or in […]
Sciatica: what it is and how to manage it
Are you struggling with sciatica? Sciatica is a painful condition caused by sciatic nerve compression or irritation. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back and travels through your buttock and down the back of your thigh into your calf and foot. When this nerve becomes irritated or compressed, sciatic pain can occur and […]
Everyday Tips to Keep Pain Away
The vast majority of people I see in the clinic aren’t particularly keen on taking pain relief on a regular basis. Here are a few tips for helping to manage pain, be it acute or chronic… 1. Change your posture: No posture is a bad posture but try to avoid static postures for sustained periods […]
