Hip Pain – Gluteal Tendinopathy
Hip PainMore and more patients are contacting Head2Toe Physio with back, hip and groin pain. Sometimes they have one, sometimes two and some unlucky souls come in with all three [...]
Ankle Pain – Posterior Tibialis Tendon Dysfunction – My Ankle Hurts!
More of our physio enquiries than ever before, are from people who have leg and foot issues, picked up whilst running and walking. One of those problems is PTTD (Posterior [...]
When, Why and How Should You Walk Like a Penguin?
The recent cold snap has brought snow. Whilst snow can be a hassle for commuters, it can provide fun for kids, old and young. For Physiotherapists, snow and ice also bring [...]
What’s the Difference Between a Physiotherapist, Osteopath and Chiropractor?
This is a question I have been asked so many times over my career. My answer has undoubtedly changed over the years since I qualified (last century)! As a Physiotherapist [...]
Can you get Physio in Lockdown?
So once again we are in the midst of a lockdown in the continuing fight against COVID 19. Can you get Physio in lockdown?At this time of year we would [...]
What is Virtual Physio and Telehealth?
Online physio, virtual physio and telehealth are all terms that have been used to try and describe what Physios like my team and I have been offering since the [...]
Achilles Pain
Achilles Tendon Pain – Who Gets It? Achilles tendinopathy affects 2 to 3% of the adult population (pain that involves the Achilles tendon). Sport seems to play an important [...]
Face to Face Physiotherapy Sessions Return 1st June
Face to face Physiotherapy - for some! We have been working hard throughout the ongoing Covid-19 crisis to find a way to best help our thousands of Physiotherapy patients. We [...]
Knee Pain – My Knees Are Going and My Cartilage Is Worn!
But Are They and Does It Matter If It Is? "Hello, nice to meet you, I'm Sam Bowden. What brings you in to see me today"? A simple question, asked [...]
Back Pain & Gardening
Have You Been Getting Out in the Garden? Back pain and gardening troubles so many people. Spring is here, bulbs are flourishing, and the grass is growing. Whilst many keen [...]
Head2Toe Physio Coronavirus Update
All Face to Face Physiotherapy Sessions Postponed From 23rd March Due to the escalating numbers of cases in the UK, it is with a heavy heart, that at the weekend [...]
Telephone, Skype, WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger Appointments
Why Physio Telephone/Video Appointments? We know the reason many of you want to come and see us is because you get expert assessment and treatment. This often includes hands-on treatment. [...]
Head2Toe Physio Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update
What are we doing to keep Patients and Staff safe? The need for patients to receive high quality assessment, advice and treatment when they are in pain has not stopped [...]
How We Tackle Patient Dignity as Physiotherapists
Patient Dignity Dignity Action Day was held on 1st February to highlight the importance of Dignity in Care and the responsibility of all care providers to uphold this basic human [...]
Are You Ski Fit?
Are you ski fit for this seasons winter break? The ski season is upon us. The idea of skiing is tantalizing whilst you sit behind your computer at work, counting [...]
Patellofemoral Pain
What is Patellofemoral Joint Pain? Patellofemoral pain is pain involving the kneecap. It gets referred to by a number of other names, including Anterior Knee Pain (AKP), Runner's Knee and [...]