Tel: 01254 823183
Blog
Oct
17
Are you laughing comfortably?
Are you laughing comfortably? You may not want to answer that question – you are not alone. Did you know that one in three women suffer from leakages (of urine) at some point during their life? And it can be at any age. This can be due to weakness of the pelvic floor muscles, linked to pregnancy, childbirth or the menopause; so it is easy to understand how widespread the problem is yet because of embarrassment it’s hidden away –...Read More
Oct
17
Feedback from Mrs S
Wow, what a lovely testimonial we have received from one of our wonderful patients Mrs S "I suffered a head injury and whiplash in February 2017 with bruising to the spine and back. In March I came for help but was scared to let anyone touch me in case of further damage to my body. Jane appreciated this and understood the need to negotiate my way back to fitness. Her concern instilled confidence in me and she made an...Read More
Aug
17
PLANTAR FASCIITIS: TREATMENT AND RECOVERY
Plantar fasciitis is an extremely painful condition, but it can be alleviated with a variety of treatments and exercises, says physiotherapist Jane Connolly HPC CSP Anyone who has had plantar fasciitis will tell you how painful it can be. It’s often felt as a sharp pain under the heel, sometimes radiating into the arch, that is worse first thing in the morning as you put weight through your foot or after prolonged periods of sitting. In the early stages it...Read More
Aug
17
Shoulder Issues: Early diagnosis and treatment.
The shoulder joint is a relatively unstable ball and socket joint that is moved and controlled by a small group of four muscles known as the rotator cuff. These muscles and their tendons surround the shoulder joint and are responsible for stabilising the head of the humerus firmly within the shallow socket of the shoulder and shoulder rotation. The tendons run under a bony protective arch over the top of the shoulder (acromion which is part of the scapula)...Read More
Jun
17
Tennis Elbow: Early Treatment is Vital
RV88 Whalley Physio Tennis Elbow There are plenty of things you can do to alleviate the pain caused by tennis elbow, says physiotherapist Jane Connolly HPC CSP Tennis elbow – or lateral epicondylitis – is a common injury affecting the muscles or tendons of the forearm where they attach to the epicondyle of the humerus. It is classed as a tendinopathy which is aggravated by repetitive wrist extension or by gripping strongly whilst twisting your wrist. Despite being called ‘tennis...Read More
Jun
17
Sprained Ankle: A Full Recovery
RV89 Whalley Physio Ankle You don’t have to play sports to sprain your ankle. A sprain is an overstretch or tear of the ligaments which attach bone to bone. Sometimes other soft tissues are involved but most often it is the three ligaments that lie on the outside of the ankle attaching the fibula to the foot. The cause of injury doesn’t have to be excessive. Simply rolling inwards on your ankle, usually when you have your toes on the...Read More
Feb
17
Job Vacancies: MSK Physios: Days, Evenings & Weekends
Due to expansion, we are looking for experienced Full or Part Time Physios who are friendly, keen and professional! This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic Physiotherapists join our vibrant team and to work in a busy, welcoming, well-established Private Practice which is easily accessible from within the heart of the Ribble Valley, Preston, Bolton, Burnley, Chorley, Skipton and Blackburn. Opportunities for Days, Evenings and Weekend sessions are available. Whalley Physiotherapy has an excellent reputation; we absolutely pride ourselves on...Read More
Feb
17
PREPARATION VITAL TO REDUCE SKI INJURIES
RV86 Whalley Physio ski If you suffer a knee injury when skiing, there are remedies to ensure effective rehabilitation, advises physiotherapist Jane Connolly HPC CSP Injuries to the knee joint account for around one third of all skiing injuries. One of the most common is the ACL, a short ligament in the middle of the knee which provides stability and limits rotational movements. It is easily damaged especially during a slow, backwards fall where there isn’t enough sudden force to...Read More
Jan
17
LEAN & KEEN IN ‘17
The Latest top tips and advice from Jane: lean-keen-rv85-whalley-physio Physiotherapist Jane Connolly HPC CSP advises on how we can start to improve our health and wellbeing as we go into 2017 after some well-deserved time off over Christmas It’s that time of year again where we make New Year’s resolutions to keep fit and healthy. We all know exercise is good for health and well-being. It not only improves muscle tone and general fitness, it also increases energy levels, stabilises...Read More
Dec
16
Merry Christmas from Whalley Physio 2016
Hello, Sending you the very best wishes for a joyful holiday season. We just wanted to say a huge thank you for your custom and support over the last year. 2016 has been another busy year and we are sure that 2017 holds lots of positive changes and additions to the clinic. We will be open throughout the holiday season with the exception of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and the Bank Holidays, if you need us just call...Read More