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Here at the Iveson Clinic, we embrace the chance to share ongoing news and updates about developments in physiotherapy practice, key case studies, chiropractic treatments and articles of interest to share with our readers. Latest news from the Iveson Clinic, news about new staff and even occasional giveaways!
If you browse recent posts, there are some interesting blogs, such as “Hip Arthroscopy- a hot topic”, which discusses Andy Murray’s recent surgery. An article on dizziness outlines the different causes and tests and possible treatment options such as the Epley Manoeuvre. There are also articles on inflammatory backache, the most common form known as Ankylosing Spondylitis, and a further blog discusses knee arthroscopy or keyhole surgery to the knee. Recent research has found that treatment of degenerative arthritis of the knee combined with meniscal tears does just as well with physiotherapy and exercise as opposed to knee arthroscopy.
A blog on World Acupuncture Day discusses some potential benefits of acupuncture, with evidence regarding treatments for shoulder, tennis elbow, knee, back pain and headaches. A further article titled, “Keep on running”, discusses how trigger point needling is becoming increasingly popular in the sporting world due to the rapid effect it has on pain arising from tense muscles and myofascial tissue.
Latest news also comments on topical issue related to the time of year, such as early spring and everyone getting out in the garden, to winter time and slipping over on the ice!
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(Physiotherapists and Chiropractors have to undertake a certain number of hours CPD training each year to stay abreast of current developments and evidence based treatments.)
Physiofirst has recently shared this interesting article from Berkshire Hospital regarding Rowing and Injury Prevention and Treatment. As we have a very active rowing club in Sudbury and see rowers occasionally with an assortment of ailments, this article may of be of interest to some of you.
This article discusses common causes of rowing injuries, preventative advice and treatment available
I broke my knee cap on 1st October 2018. While I was in the garden, I managed to trip over the dog and some wood and landed at 90 degrees on my right knee onto a paving slab. A rapid trip to A & E at Bury St Edmunds confirmed there was indeed a break – a patella fracture. This led to surgery later on that day to wire the knee cap together.
Read on to hear more about Anna’s story , sharing her experience before and after surgery. All about physiotherapy and rehabilitation for a fractured patella.
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A recent survey by the British Chiropractic Association, has found that workers experiencing back pain at work take an average of 12 sick days per year.
The study reveals that a third of the population have taken at least one day off work due to back or neck pain in the past year. More than a fifth of workers feel that back pain has a negative impact on their working life.
To read more about Back pain at work and how to help yourself , click on the green title above
The Iveson Clinic has been using the Dr Graeme Deep Tissue Massager for many years now. It has been an extremely useful tool to have in addition to our hands on treatments. Although we use it on patients regularly , we also sell these for home use, where appropriate.
This article discusses how it works, who can use it and more information regarding vibration therapy.
To find out more , click on the green header above .
Julie Iveson, physiotherapist and Suffolk Artist, will shortly be exhibiting some of her latest work , at the Sudbury Summer Art Fair. This is held in St. Peter’s Church in Sudbury from 2nd-14th July. There will be a vast array of beautiful art, printmaking and craft to see. If you would like to read more about this, click on the link above.
Do you love activity, but hate exercise? Do you want to get fit but don’t know where to start? Why not get active this Summer? The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy have started to promote exercise to help with various conditions. Exercise can be fun and not necessarily hard work!
If you suffer with back pain, arthritis and chronic pain, there are still forms of exercise that can help your condition. To read on click the green heading above ……………………..
Whiplash injuries are common but did you know that early intervention following the accident is essential?
This can be through exercise and/ or manual treatment. We explore what a whiplash injury really is, what to expect in a physiotherapy assessment and how we treat the condition including a patient’s own experience. Click on the title to find out all you need to know…..
Kimberley has just successfully completed the London Marathon. As a non runner a few months ago, Kimberley decided to run the marathon to raise funds for a very worthwhile charity, CDLS. This blog explains Kimberley’s experience on developing shin splints.
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An interesting article about Chiropractic Activator technique. What the treatment entails, what it feels like and who it is suitable for.
To read all about this, click on the green title above………
Trochanteric Bursitis is a common condition often seen at the Iveson Clinic in Long Melford, Sudbury. This is a painful debilitating condition which often affects women.
This article will explain the signs and symptoms of trochanteric bursitis, common causes and types of treatment given for this condition.
For further information click on the green header above……….
