A common question that I recieve is “when do I need to see a physio about my knee?” The truth is you can see a physio at any time, but my view is that if you’ve had a problem for a while and it keeps coming back, it’s a sign that something is wrong. A physiotherapy session would determine why the problem isn't getting better on it's own. Another reason to visit a physio would be if there is any swelling or if you have had a specific injury where there is trauma to the knee w

If you’re fed up of knee pain and sick and tired of not being able to be active, here are 3 tips to give you some quick wins and hopefully give you some relief from your knee pain. Use a Knee Support The first tip is using a knee support, some people think that a knee support will completely fix their problem which it’s very unlikely to do, but what it will do is support the knee and keep the knee warm. In the colder months when the weather is damper, the pressure in the air

Being under a national lockdown is a challenging time for us all. We’re missing our normal fitness routines, spending time with loved ones and much more. With the new government guidance, we must stay at home unless there is a valid reason not to be, unless we are exercising. I would encourage you all to get your daily dose of exercise in to keep you both physically and mentally fit during this period. Whether that be a run/walk outdoors, or a yoga/Hiit session in your front

London must be the easiest place to get your 10,000 steps in. Spoilt for choice when it comes to going for a stroll, London (especially South West London) is jam-packed with great places to explore, especially if you have a new pooch who is keen to explore! A Sunday wouldn’t be the same without a meander in my opinion and in this blog post I share with you the 5 best ones to do in London (when your knee is behaving). For a lot of our patients before they come in for treatment

With the New Year now under-way, many of us will be thinking about the changes we want to make to start the year afresh! For many of us this will be increasing how much we exercise we are doing. This deliberation may have been taking place for some time or could be an epiphany over the unnecessary final slice of turkey in the festive period. Whatever the case, deciding to get more active is the first step in an exciting journey. This resolution can sometimes be short lasting