by Robert Shanks | Oct 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
CORE ESSENTIALS (Exercises 1-4 Weeks) Exercise 1: Scissors Lie on your back with both knees bent up. Ensure your lower back remains almost flat but with a slight arch or gap between your lower back and the floor about the size of a grape. Pull your tummy in slightly...
by Robert Shanks | Oct 17, 2016 | Sports Massage Therapy
With the Rugby World Cup 2015 in full swing throughout England and Wales, it’s appropriate to discuss the most common sports injuries not only sportspeople receive but even the ones we receive when casually playing sport like rugby, football, hockey and tennis....
by Robert Shanks | Dec 1, 2015 | Conditions, Techniques
It affects 80% of people, costs businesses huge amount of money through lost work hours – BACK PAIN and other orthopaedic conditions are a huge problem . Many people often don’t know where to start – their GP, the physio, osteopath, chiropractor or should...
by Robert Shanks | Nov 11, 2015 | Conditions, Osteopathy, Sports Massage Therapy, Techniques
Shock Wave Therapy is an effective form of treatment for stubborn tendon and other muscle and joint problems. The therapy was first used in operating theatres over 20 years ago as a non-surgical way of breaking down kidney stones. Since then, the technology has...
by Robert Shanks | Oct 15, 2015 | Conditions, Osteopathy
When back pain strikes it can be excruciatingly painful and can often flare up without any warning. This article will explain some of the most common habits that cause back pain which will help you consciously prevent further back pain in future. Bad posture or...
