News & Information

Catch up with the latest news and information from our team

Winter Weather & Chilblains

Winter Weather & Chilblains

Although the weather has been fairly mild so far it is likely that as we move through the colder months of the year some of you develop chilblains. Chilblains, whilst being uncomfortable rarely cause any permanent damage. The present themselves as small red or purple...

Are you experiencing lack of sleep?

Are you experiencing lack of sleep?

Since the start of lockdown, I have had a number of discussions with clients regarding their sleep, or rather lack of it ! Many people are going to bed later and later, waking up several times in the night, waking up with anxiety, or feeling groggy upon waking. Many...

Treatment for Plantar Fasciitus

Treatment for Plantar Fasciitus

What is the best treatment for Plantar Fasciitus Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common injuries that we see at the Theale Wellbeing Centre. It is the most frequent cause of chronic  heel pain usually where the fascia under the foot inserts into the heel bone. It...

Naomi is BACK

Naomi is BACK

Naomi is back in the clinic We are so excited - our team is coming together bit by bit and now Naomi is back offering massage therapys. Just to give you a little background about Naomi:- Naomi Qualters-Fry BSc (Hons), Dip ISRM Clinical Sports & Remedial Massage...

Jumper’s Knee – Patella Tendinopathy

Jumper’s Knee – Patella Tendinopathy

Patella tendinopathy (commonly referred to as “Jumper’s knee”) This is characterised by localised pain just below the kneecap. This area can be very tender to touch, painful during sporting activity and stiff and achy after exercise. Jumper’s knee is an over-use...

Orthotics (shoe inserts)

Orthotics (shoe inserts)

Orthotics - what they are, what they help and how they work Orthotics, or orthoses are inserts/insoles that go inside your footwear to help you with foot pain. When I was training in the 90’s we believed that these orthoses would help correct your foot position and...