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Marathon training 2020

Marathon training plan I’m Grace, I am a physiotherapist working at Wandsworth Physiotherapy, and I have entered my first ever Marathon! Why? Good question! I guess firstly – it has always been on my to do list; a goal and a great achievement that I hope to complete. And I guess if I am being […]

January 5, 2020

My Back Pain Story

Treatment for back pain in Wandsworth I saw Steve a couple years ago in Wandsworth as I developed low back pain after a skiing trip. It had gotten so bad that I could barely bend forward and touch my knees, my back was stiff and achy every day and sitting at my desk all day […]

September 26, 2019

Plantar Fasciitis

Do I have plantar fasciitis? An update for one of the most common injuries in runners – plantar fasciitis. It can be a severe sharp pain in the sole of the foot just off the heel bone. It is a chronic degenerative condition that is brought about by excess training and is often associated with […]

September 20, 2019

Balance Body and Bike

The 8 most common cycling injuries We have been riding bikes since the 1800s, however in recent years the number of cyclist has surged. No longer is it an elite competitive sport, it’s now a worldwide, mass-participation activity. Cycling is great exercise. It’s not just a means of getting you from A to B, it’s […]

June 17, 2019

Arthritis of the knee

As the weather is getting colder many people start to experience joint pain, especially arthritis of the knee. Find out how we can help at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy.

December 4, 2018

Physical Therapy for Back Pain

We get asked all the time – “should I see a physio or osteopath for my back”. At Wandsworth Physiotherapy both our physio’s and osteopaths are suitably training to assess and treat you back, rule out any serious problems, get you moving again and coach you through a targeted home exercise programme to manage you […]

October 24, 2018

Massage and low back pain

At Wandsworth Physiotherapy our Physiotherapists and Osteopaths use massage as part of the treatment plan or you can book a stand alone massage session.

October 19, 2018

Posture and back pain

How does posture affect back pain? What is normal posture? Flat back posture Click here to download our FREE Treat Your Own back pain Guide.

October 16, 2018

Some facts about Lower back pain

Here are some facts about lower back pain. To find out more download our Treat Your Own Back Pain Guide here and our Sleep and Back Pain guide here…

September 28, 2018

Strategies for Banishing Sleepless Nights

  Having trouble while you sleep because of back pain? Download our free Sleep and Back Pain Guide here –>> https://wandsworthphysiotherapy.lpages.co/back-pain-and-sleep/

September 24, 2018

Back Pain: The Chain of Command

Your spine is essentially the chain that forms the ‘backbone’ of your entire body. Without it you would be a blob of muscles, organs and soft tissue piled on the floor. Your spine commands respect because it is the pillar that supports your body, allows you to walk, stand and sit, as well as touch […]

September 18, 2018

Core stability exercises for lower back pain

When I work with clients to resolve lower back pain I use exercises to train and strengthen four key muscles… The diaphragm The pelvic floor The transverse abdominus The multifidus Diaphragmatic breathing, inhale through the nose and and breathe into the tummy and lower ribs. Exhale through the mouth. To activate the pelvic floor think […]

September 16, 2018

Lower back pain

There are many things that can cause lower back pain. As a physio we first have to rule out red flags. The main red flag we look out for is causal equina syndrome. Cauda equine means the horses tail and is used to describe the spinal cord terminating at the T12/L1 and then giving rise […]

August 14, 2018

The most common cause of back pain

August 12, 2018

Maintaining a healthy diet for weight loss

July 2, 2018

Posture for mobility and performance

July 2, 2018

The most common tennis injuries

What are the most common tennis injuries? With Wimbledon approaching there are a number of injuries that budding tennis players can suffer from, and no I don’t just mean tennis elbow – however we will discuss this.  Beyond tennis elbow the other two most common injuries are calf strains and shoulder pain. Muscle strains are […]

June 19, 2018

Women’s Health red flags

Women’s health appointment in Wandsworth Red flags are signs and symptoms that something  more serious may be going on are that we need to refer you to A and E, your GP or a gynaecologist. It doesn’t matter if you are pregnant, recently giving birth or are going through the menopause your Women’s Health Physiotherapist […]

June 6, 2018