Physiotherapy Blog
Upper Back Stiffness and Shoulder Tension: How to Improve Mobility and Reduce Pain
Upper back stiffness is something many people experience, particularly after long periods of sitting, working at a desk or spending time on phones and devices. It often presents as a dull ache between the shoulder blades or a feeling of tightness that gradually builds...
Balance Exercises to Prevent Falls and Improve Stability
Balance exercises are something many people don’t think about, until their balance starts to feel a little off. That might be a slight wobble when standing on one leg, a lack of confidence walking on uneven ground, or simply feeling less steady than you used to. For...
Muscle Cramp or Muscle Strain? Understanding the Difference in Sport
In the high-stakes world of sport, particularly during intense matches that push into extra time, it’s not uncommon to see athletes pull up suddenly with what appears to be cramp. Whether in football, rugby, running or gym-based training, muscle cramping affects...
What makes a good therapist?
Welcome to Vitalize Physiotherapy’s first blog. For those of you who are new to us we are an established Physiotherapy practice with clinics situated in Ashby De La Zouch and Swadlincote. I’ve decided to write a blog to put my answers to these common questions out...