by TheIvesonClinic | Jul 24, 2017 | Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Physiotherapy
Tips For Pain Free Gardening
Summer is in full swing and many of us like nothing better than to get out in the fresh air and potter in the garden. Digging and weeding can be strenuous work though, and it’s all too easy to overdo it and end the day with aches, pains or pulled muscles. However with a bit of thought and planning, it’s simple to avoid those injuries and continue to enjoy putting your green fingers to work.
Here are our Top Tips for pain-free pottering… To read more click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | Jan 30, 2017 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
A New Physiotherapist
A new member of staff has recently joined the Iveson Clinic, or rather an old colleague has returned!
Katie McLernon qualified as a Chartered Physiotherapist in 2010 and began work at the Iveson Clinic in 2011 on a part-time basis, as well as working for the NHS for several years. She then went travelling and worked abroad…. To read more click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | Dec 1, 2016 | Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
The Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage Therapy
At The Iveson Clinic we use many pieces of equipment to help patients recover as quickly as possible.
A few years ago we were contacted by an Australian chiropractor called Dr Graeme who wanted to send us an electric deep tissue massage machine to trial.
Deep tissue massage can be used to relax and lengthen tight muscles and is also very effective in treating trigger points.
We were very impressed when we tried the Dr Graeme Massager, and we have used it in The Iveson Clinic for a number of years now. Many patients find the treatment very effective for releasing tight knots in the muscles, as well as for general relaxation….. To read more click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | Oct 27, 2016 | Acupuncture, Physiotherapy
Research Results of Acupuncture for Knee Pain
Some interesting new research seems to show that acupuncture can relieve chronic pain and improves physical function in patients diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee.
The research involved ten randomized controlled trials of acupuncture compared with sham acupuncture, standard care or no intervention for chronic knee pain in patients who had a confirmed diagnosed of knee osteoarthritis.
The studies demonstrated that acupuncture can improve short and long-term physical function, however in some patients the pain relief from acupuncture appeared to be only short term…. To read more click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | Aug 4, 2016 | Acupuncture, Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy to help sportspeople
You may already know that physiotherapy plays a vital role in keeping elite athletes fit to perform or help them recover from injury, but did you know that physiotherapy can help recreational sportspeople too?
A 2013 survey for BBC Radio 5 Live revealed that, as a direct result of the London 2012 Olympics, 20% of people were inspired to take up or increase their participation in sport. This is good news, of course, but it could also mean an increase in sports-related injuries.
Sports physiotherapists have specific knowledge and experience that can deal with acute, chronic or over-use injuries. Acupuncture can also aid recovery following a sporting injury….To read more click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | Jan 7, 2016 | Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Posture and Back Pain
The shape of a woman’s side profile could be used as an indicator of neck and back problems. That’s according to research from the British Chiropractic Association which showed the average age of onset of back pain in women is 34 years.
Women whose heads lean forward are most likely to currently be suffering back pain at (58%) followed by those with an arched back at (56%) whilst those with a flat back suffer the least…. To read more click on the green header above….
