News & Information
Catch up with the latest news and information from our team
Summer Feet
As sandals replace wellies as appropriate footwear it is possible that we are becoming more conscious of our feet. The appearance of your feet may be of greater interest or concern now that they are on show to ourselves and others. Calluses , corns or thickened and...
What is a ‘slipped’ prolapsed disc?
A prolapsed disc, sometimes called a herniated disc and commonly referred to as a ‘slipped disc’ occurs when the outer fibres of the disc are injured and the soft material in the centre presses outwards, causing the disc to bulge.
What is Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome?
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a chronic condition potentially affecting a number of structures around the hip. It is characterised by pain and tenderness over the outside of the buttock and thigh. The pain usually arises from a tendinopathy (tendon...
Verrutop Verruca Treatment
Verrutop is a new verruca treatment that can be used on those suffering from these annoying, contagious and sometimes painful lesions.
Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) What is a Tennis Elbow? Last week we wrote about Golfers Elbow. Now Spring is here we know that it's not only Golf people will be going back to but also Tennis. So this blog is about Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow is normally...
Elbow pain in golfers
Elbow pain in golfers Spring is here and we know that many of you are looking to take up your favourite sports. So we thought you would like to learn a little more about the pain in your elbow you have been experiencing. Golfer's elbow is normally identified with pain...
What is Calcific tendinitis – Shoulder Pain?
What is Calcific tendinitis - Shoulder Pain? In this video Michael explains more about this condition and the treatment - Shockwave therapy Calcific tendinitis is caused by the build up of calcium deposits in your muscles or tendons. In the case of your shoulder this...
Affordable CBT for young people
Affordable CBT therapy (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) offer from Andrea Guida, psychologist and CBT therapist. Andrea is looking for two clients12+ year olds to help with her accreditation. This will require parental consent for the sessions to be audio taped and a...
Our first few days in India
Working in India at The Village of Hope Foundation
Your first appointment with a podiatrist
Often when we are contacted about booking a first appointment with one of the chiropody/podiatry team we are asked questions about what to expect. In order to help answer the questions this blog outlines what you should and shouldn't experience during your initial...