by Hollie Carter | Jan 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
I’ve had a couple of patients tell me recently they’ve been brave enough to take a wintery dip in Brockwell Lido. I’m so impressed. I can’t say i’m ready to join ‘em yet but the benefits of cold water swimming are pretty impressive… It supposedly can boost your...
by Hollie Carter | Jan 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Teeth-grinding, or the medical name – bruxism – is a common habit amongst hard-working and stressed Londoners. Around 10% of us do it according to the Bruxism Association, and if you’re aged 25-44 you’re especially prone. Why is it a problem?...
by Hollie Carter | Jan 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
One of our patients emailed before Christmas to ask if we could recommend a TENS machine. It’s been absolutely ages since I spoke to someone about TENS and her email was a great reminder to let you all know about it! If you haven’t seen one of these little...
by Hollie Carter | Mar 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
Falls in the older population are common. Around one in three people will fall at least once in a year, with half falling more often than that. If you’ve taken a tumble recently you’ll know what a shock it is and how it can really knock your...
by Hollie Carter | Apr 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness is the muscle pain and weakness that comes on after exercise – particularly unfamiliarly intense exercise – and usually peaks two days later. DOMs is the reason you’ll be able to spot a London marathon runner a mile off...