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What Is A Muscle Cramp?

‘Muscle cramps are a common and usually harmless condition where the muscles suddenly become tight and painful’ http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/legcrampsunknowncause/pages/introduction.aspx There are two types of muscle cramp 1. Exercise Associated Muscle Cramp  This type of cramp can be caused by: Overuse / fatigue of muscles Shortened resting muscle length Electrolyte imbalance (altered potassium, calcium and magnesium levels)

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Jonathan Clark Physiotherapy

We offer the services of highly experienced Physiotherapists and Sports Massage Therapists to assist in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of a variety of complex musculoskeletal and sporting injuries. With 4 clinics across the Hampshire area, we offer flexible treatment times across a range of locations to suit you! For more information, speak to

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Jonathan Clark Physiotherapy

Jonathan Clark Physiotherapy We offer the services of highly experienced Physiotherapists and Sports Massage Therapists to assist in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of a variety of complex musculoskeletal and sporting injuries. With 4 clinics across the Hampshire area, we offer flexible treatment times across a range of locations to suit you! For more

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What is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is a condition causing widespread pain alongside fatigue, sleep disturbance, headaches, forgetfulness or difficulty in concentrating. 1 in 25 people can be affected with women more at risk than men Guidelines for managing fibromyalgia include a graded exercise program with aerobic and strengthening components. This is where your Physiotherapist comes in! If this is

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What are Muscle Knots?

Also known as ‘Myofascial Trigger Points’, Muscle Knots are areas of contracted muscle fibre. They develop due to increased physical activity, overuse, poor posture, muscular imbalance or stress. Long periods of fibre contraction can result in chronic tension, often seen in the muscles of the neck and shoulders. Prolonged muscle contraction restricts oxygen and nutrient

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What is ASD?

ASD: Arthroscopic Sub-Acromial Decompression, also known as an Acromioplasty is a procedure carried out on the shoulder joint to treat shoulder impingement. Shoulder impingement occurs when the space within the joint becomes restricted, causing the bones, tendons and bursa to rub together. This results in pain on movement. ASD aims to increase the joint space

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Health & Wellbeing; How does this affect ageing?

With ageing comes the inevitable changes to our bodies, including reduced organ function, slower metabolism and blood pressure changes. Although genetics are a key contributor to our ageing processes, there are however, lifestyle factors that you can control! 1. Avoid Toxins e.g. Alcohol and Tobacco Alcohol is associated with dehydration (increased wrinkles) and an imbalance

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