By Massage Therapist James Carolan Sleep deprivation can affect most of us at some point in our lives. The odd night we can generally cope with. It’s when sleeplessness becomes …
Why choosing the right mattress is important
One of the most common queries we get asked by patients suffering with back or neck pain is how important is their mattress? Do they need a soft, medium …
Massage – is it a luxury or a necessity?
Massage – is it a ‘nice to have’, a special treat to look forward to? Or is it something that should be equally placed as a necessity alongside exercise and …
Chiropractor Catherine Quinn elected President of the British Chiropractic Association
The Waldegrave Clinic is enormously proud to share the news that chiropractor Catherine Quinn has been elected President of the British Chiropractic Association (BCA). This is an outstanding achievement as …
Festive Season Back Hazards!
December tends to be a busy month at the clinic! Rushing around, lifting and carrying more than usual, plus cold, slippy weather can all play their part in creating havoc …
Meet the Rehabilitation & Sports Therapist – Nic Perrem
I chose to become a Rehabilitation & Sports Therapist because… Since childhood I found the way the human body worked interesting. Coupled with a love of sport and exercise this …
What is a frozen shoulder – and how is it treated?
Physiotherapist Jacky Balfour explains: Frozen shoulder is the common name for Adhesive Capsulitis. This is a condition where the shoulder becomes very stiff and painful, usually with no history of …
Is back pain putting you off exercise?
New research has found that 34% of people in London have been prevented from exercising due to back or neck pain, and an unfortunate 28% felt it was exercise itself …
Back Care Awareness Week 8 – 12 October
8 – 12 October 2018 is Back Care Awareness week. The focus of this year’s campaign organised by BackCare is back pain suffered by older patients. Unfortunately it is a fact …
The Hip Pain Edit – causes, symptoms, recovery
The hip joint can be prone to injury, largely due to wear and tear. In particular as we age, or if a certain sport or activity demands pressure on the …