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 | Apr 20, 2016 | Uncategorized
In April we said farewell to Sapna Kanani, one of our physiotherapists, who recently got married and is now moving to Leicester to start her new life. Sapna has worked at the Iveson Clinic on and off for the past six years. She will be greatly missed by staff and...
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….
by TheIvesonClinic | Oct 19, 2015 | Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
How Can Hands on Treatment Help?
There is currently a lot of debate regarding hands on versus hands off physiotherapy. Research is being undertaken to ascertain, through evidence based trials, which form of treatment is most helpful in the long term to patients.
Very often patients will come to the Iveson Clinic, having had hands-off treatment at the local hospital but feeling frustrated that, after waiting on the NHS waiting list for their treatment, they received only advice and exercises!
However, I think common sense must prevail in the end! Without hands on treatment, patients will be unable to do their exercises, in the way intended, due to joint dysfunction or pain….. To read more, click on the green header above….
by TheIvesonClinic | May 4, 2015 | Chiropractic, Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Technology and our posture
Sedentary lifestyles and repeatedly looking down at mobile phones and tablets, is causing increasing numbers of young people to suffer with neck and spinal problems.
A recent survey found that 45% of 16 to 24 year olds are currently suffering, compared to 28% in the previous survey.
Tim Hutchful , from the British Chiropractic Association said, “When people use laptops or mobile phones in bed, they tend to forget their posture, hunch over the screen and leave their spine unsupported.”
by NLWBDN987 | Mar 9, 2015 | Physiotherapy, Uncategorized
Hip Surgery
Many of you will know that Julie Iveson was about to undergo hip surgery, for damage she sustained several years ago, as an international gymnast. Well four weeks on, Julie is back on her feet, doing her exercises regularly.
Hip surgery has advanced considerably over recent years, with several options now available, from arthroscopy to hip resurfacing, stem cell therapy, microplasty and finally total hip replacement….. To read more click on the green header above….
