A category for the main site news stories. en-gb mancala webbeads 2003-2008 http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1916/TMJ,-the-missing-link-between-Head-and-Neck-Pain.html What most people don’t know is that a dysfunction of the TMJ, whatever the cause, can be the origin of many aches and pains in the neck, face and head. Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1905/Gardening-made-pain-free.html Heavy and unusual physical work can cause sore muscles and a heavy feeling in the lower back, neck, arms and even legs. This feeling usually is more noticeable when we try to move after a period of rest and disappears when we start moving around and it is usually forgotten about after a couple of days.A hot bath and a massage will help to make you feel better and get ready for another hard day. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1804/Pilates-Classes-are-Back-!-.html We are pleased to announce that we are running courses of six Pilates classes at swissphysio on Thursdays starting on Thursday 24th April. Pilates is a form of exercise which focuses on the “core “or postural muscles. The slow and controlled movements help to strengthen the muscles which support the spine, which in turn keep the body balanced. Carried out correctly, Pilates can help to relieve back pain and improve abdominal muscle strength. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1769/MBT-Shoes-really-good-or-just-a-trend-.html MBT Physiological Shoe wear seems to be hitting the news on a regular basis. They claim to tone the body and help to burn fat as well as being beneficial for the posture and joint problems. But to they really work? Here Angela Petrocchi opinion, our physiotherapist. Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1524/Tape-It-Like-Beckham.html Kinesio Tape is a treatment technique developed in Japan more than 30 years ago and widely used in that country to help treat a great variety of conditions. Swissphysio has been one of the first clinics in the UK to use Kinesio Tape and although we might not have being treating celebrities, we are very proud to have already helped hundreds of people with this special strapping method in the past two and half years. Now even David Beckham has discovered the great benefit of being treated w Wed, 13 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1445/Detoxifying-Massage-–-New-Year,-New-You-.html Kick start the New Year refreshed, cleansed and re-vitalised with a FULL BODY DETOXIFYING MASSAGE, a wonderful and pleasent way to better your health while relaxing. Tue, 16 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1342/Knee-Pain-dont-let-it-bring-you-to-your-knees.html Knee problems can occur at any age, and it is often thought that those which appear after the age of 40 are due to wear and tear and that there is nothing that can be done. That is not necessarily the case. Sun, 1 Oct 2006 00:00:00 GMT http://www.swissphysio.co.uk/news-1414/Ankle-injuries-are-one-of-the-most-common-injuries-in-sport-.html The degree of damage can vary from slightly stretched ligaments to fractures and joint damage .It is important, therefore, to seek appropriate medical attention if in any doubt. Fri, 1 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT