What is Allodynia?
Allodynia is the experience of pain from a non-painful stimulation e.g. light touch, pressure from clothing, showering or brushing your hair. This hypersensitivity to non-painful stimuli results in a painful burning
Lactic Acid Explained
Lactic acid, also known as lactate, is produced when the body breaks down carbohydrates to use for energy when oxygen levels are low. This is a type of anaerobic energy
Tasty Turmeric
This medicinal root contains anti-inflammatory, anti-tumour and anti-oxidant properties. Unlike many anti-inflammatory drugs available, it helps to naturally reduce inflammation without affecting the liver or kidneys. Turmeric has been proven
Suffering from Shin Splints?
Shin splints; also known as tibial stress syndrome can affect the anterior or posterior muscles and bones of the lower leg. Shin splints are often caused by repetitive activities resulting
Whatâs so good about Chamomile tea?
Chamomile is an herb derived from the daisy plant and is well known for its ability to relieve stomach pain (including period cramps and IBS!) and treat insomnia. There are
Keep Calm And Exercise
With all of these ever-changing guidelines, such as how many portions of fruit and veg we should eat every day, how many hours of sleep we should get every night,
The Benefits of Skipping
Skipping has become known for its calorie and fat burning benefits. An hour of skipping can burn approximately 1300 calories. Skipping can be incorporated into HIIT sessions, strengthening the upper
Lymphatic Drainage – Kinesiology Taping
A patient of ours injured her forearm during a fall; she presented with discolouration, swelling and significant bruising. Applying a lymphatic fan helps to improve circulation, removing waste products as
Knee Surgery & Gluteal Control
Following knee surgery, it is vital to engage gluteal muscles through fine motor control exercises. Gluteal muscle conditioning is crucial for any knee problems! At Jonathan Clark Physiotherapy, our therapists
Running – What you need to know!
Running; this activity provides your entire body with an effective work out, including your bones, your muscles, your lungs and your heart. Not to mention its ability to increase your
Understanding your Fascia
Fascia:Â aka connective tissue plays an important role in the support and function of our body. It is made up of densely packed collagen fibres making it extremely strong. The fascia
What affects your quality of sleep?
Your internal 24-hour sleep-wake cycle; also known as your biological clock is regulated by the brain as it responds to the amount of time spent awake and the transition between
Are you getting enough sleep?
Getting enough sleep is vital for maintaining bodily functions and general health; lack of sleep can affect your mood, energy and stress levels. The National Institute of Health recommends seven
Simple stretches when youâre at work!
Maintaining a healthy posture at work can be difficult, but the consequences of having poor posture can be even harder! With poor posture comes neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain,
The Effects Of Our Summer Footwear
Flip flops, are they good or bad? The 2012 National Foot Health Assessment reported that 78% of adults experience foot pain at some point in their lives; frequency of flip
Infra-Patellar Bursitis Explained
Bursae are thin sacks containing synovial fluid which provide lubrication for tissues such as muscle, tendon and skin. They reduce friction and allow smooth movement between surfaces. Bursitis causes the
OsgoodâSchlatters Disease (OSD) – Explained
OSD is an osteochondrosis of the tibial tuberosity resulting in adolescent knee pain. It commonly affects young boys aged 13-15 years and is also seen in girls aged between 10-12
Chia – The Benefits
Chia is an ancient aztec superfood which can be used in its raw form as whole seeds as well as powder, ground or even as a gel when mixed with