Everyone seems to be an expert when it comes to knee pain. “Stretch it, ice it, TheraGun it, rest it…” The list goes on! On average, approximately 15-20% of people will experience knee pain at some point in their lives. As a specialist knee pain...
That first step out of bed in the morning. Before you have hopped in the shower. Before you have even had your first sip of coffee. “Yelp!” If you have plantar fasciopathy (PF) you will know exactly what I am talking about. In the physio circles we call it ‘first...
Ah, meniscus injuries. Those pesky knee injuries that can cause a lot of pain and inconvenience. But fear not, because we are here to break down the ins and outs of meniscus injuries so you can understand what is going on and how to recover. First things first, what...
WHAT IS ILIOTIBIAL BAND SYNDROME? Iliotibial band syndrome, also known as ITBS, is a common overuse injury that affects the iliotibial band, a thick band of tissue that runs along the outside of the thigh from the hip to the shin. The iliotibial band helps to...
What is sciatica? Sciatica is a common condition that affects the sciatic nerve, which is the longest nerve in the body. It runs from the lower back down through the buttocks and into the legs. Symptoms of sciatica can include pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in...
Good sleep is essential for maintaining good physical and mental health. Unfortunately, many people struggle to get enough sleep on a regular basis, particularly in London. We see it firsthand at Instant Physio, the effect of poor sleep on the body. In this blog,...
