Myth 1 The cause of musculoskeletal pain can be found on a scan FACT: Sometimes it will, but most often it won’t. Also, even people without back pain have changes in their spine so scans can cause fear that influences behaviour, making the problem worse #ThePlanNotTheScan. Myth 2 My pelvis is out of alignment FACT: […]
For many children and young people, the end of the holidays and a return to seeing friends each day is an exciting prospect. However, others may find the transition back-to-school – and the structure and routine that comes with that – daunting and overwhelming. Change can be challenging to deal with, particularly for young people, […]
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With summer in full swing, many of us will be spending time in the sunshine. Whilst the warmth of the sun can feel good on your skin, it’s important to remember that over-exposure to the sun can be dangerous – in fact, over-exposure to the sun is the most common cause of skin cancer. Skin […]
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Although the kids are pumped for six-weeks out of school, we appreciate that as parents and carers you may feel quite the opposite. It’s no secret how difficult it can be to juggle childcare with work commitments. We don’t have a magic wand to make the last few weeks of the school holidays completely effortless […]
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Louise suffered for years with debilitating back pain. That is until she joined an employee physio programme with the physical health specialists at Vita Health Group. Louise (not her real name), 52, suffered with a debilitating back problem for some time. Everyday activities, such as driving, often left Louise in agony. She would regularly experience […]
When Andy fell downstairs and suffered a back injury, he became 100% reliant on his partner, unable to do everyday things. That is until he received physiotherapy from the physical health specialists at Vita Health Group. Andy (not his real name), a 35-year-old team leader from Leeds, suffered with back pain since his early 20s. […]
Inclusion is essential to communities and we must all work together to make equal and diverse spaces everywhere we go. That doesn’t mean you have to know it all, but understanding what inclusivity means is a good place to start. The Cambridge Dictionary’s official definition for inclusion is: “The act of including someone or something […]
World Meditation Day is celebrated on Sunday 21st May Modern life can feel relentless and stressful. But with the right tools, we all have the potential to be healthier and happier. World Meditation Day is celebrated across the globe to encourage people to take the opportunity to press pause and reboot. Meditation has become one […]
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Did you know it’s National Vegetarian Week, and if you have not already, this weekend is the perfect time to give vegetarian food a go, you’ll still be making a real difference. We’re sure the phrase ‘eat your greens’ rang around your household as a child. Maybe you tell your own children to eat their […]
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What is mental health? We all have mental health and it’s just as important to look after as your physical health. When your mental health is good, you feel better able to look after yourself and engage with the things you care about. When your mental health is struggling, you can feel overwhelmed and unable […]
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Physical activity doesn’t need to be complicated. Something as simple as a daily walk can help you lead a healthy life and offers many wellbeing benefits, including: Reduce risk of heard disease Reduce risk of type 2 diabetes Manage weight by burning calories Manage stress Reduce risk of becoming depressed Release feel-good hormones Increase relaxation […]
Walking doesn’t just benefit your physical health, it’s a great boost for your mental health, too. In fact, study after study has proven just how beneficial walking can be. Here are just five ways striding out can help you: 1. Release pent-up energy Our bodies have been designed to move and when we’re sedentary or […]
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