The menopause is a natural stage of life, but the changes it brings can feel anything but easy. Hot flushes, sleep disturbance, weight changes, and joint aches are just some of the symptoms women experience.

Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night with your hand feeling numb or “asleep”? Many people experience this occasionally, and often it resolves with a shake or stretch. But if it happens regularly, it could be a sign that something in your body needs attention.

Do you ever arrive at work already feeling sore and stiff, even before the day has begun? Long commutes, whether by car, bus, or train, can take a toll on your body.

Many women are surprised to discover that shoulder pain and stiffness can become more common during the menopause. One of the most frustrating conditions we see in clinic is frozen shoulder.

Wednesday, 17th September marks World Patient Safety Day. According to the WHO, this year’s theme is: “Safe care for every newborn and every child”, with the slogan: “Patient safety from the start!”.

Every year on September 8th, we celebrate World Physiotherapy Day – a day dedicated to recognising the vital role physiotherapists play in keeping people moving, managing pain, and restoring quality of life.

Waking up multiple times at night to urinate, known as nocturia, is one of the most common sleep disruptors in adults. While many people assume it’s just part of ageing, there are effective strategies to manage it, and physiotherapy can play an important role.

If you’ve ever experienced stubborn muscle tightness or persistent pain that just won’t budge, no matter how much stretching or massage you do, you may have been told to try dry needling. But what exactly is it? And more importantly, how does it work?