MCH musculoskeletal physiotherapy

03/12/2024

Our computer system is still down at this time. Please bring your letters to your appointment with the clinicians name if possible. Thank you for your understanding.

02/12/2024

Unfortunately our computer system is down throughout MCH. If you have an appointment today, please can you bring your letter with the clinician you are seeing. Thank you.

09/09/2022

*Zoom Pilates Class*
Unfortunately tomorrow's pilates class has been cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience.

19/07/2021

Although COVID restrictions are lifting, it is advised that all NHS Patients, Staff and Visitors continue to wear face masks, clean their hands and not attend clinics if they present with symptoms.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

24/12/2020

From everyone in the Clinical Assessment Service and Physiotherapy team, we would like to wish you all a very merry Christmas/Happy Holidays and a Happy new year

15/05/2020

Are Squats too easy?

The Bulgarian Split squat is a great variation that can work your glutes hard without needing as much weight. Why not give it a go

12/05/2020

Shoulder pain?

Previously I have shared a link on an isometric exercise to help with shoulder pain. Here is a progression that will load your Rotator Cuff further. Why not give it a go.

This video demonstrates how to perform dynamic rotator cuff exercises. Presented by Arun Samuel Jaykumar and Jack Broady.

07/05/2020

Planks.

Planks are a common exercise used to help improve core strength and endurance. It's a well known exercise but often executed incorrectly. You should feel your stomach tighten and even some shaking. If you feel it in your back, this means you are not engaging the core and likely arching your back. Why not have a look at the link for advice.

This video will explain and demonstrate how to perform a half plank and full plank exercise. Presented by Tom Skinner and Jack Broady.

01/05/2020

Hip or Buttock pain?

strengthening your Gluteal muscles is key but so is avoiding compressive positions such as crossing your legs, standing with your weight on one leg or sitting in low chairs. Give this exercise a try to strengthen your muscles. If you don't have a football, a folded pillow or two works just as well.

This video will explain and demonstrate how to perform a hip abductor strengthening exercise. Presented by Tom Skinner and Jack Broady.

27/04/2020

Knee pain during squats?
Squats are a great exercise to build strength in your legs, however, knee pain can be aggravated. Ways to improve this would be to make sure your weight is over your heels or having something under your heel. standing up from a chair without using your hands is a good way to get to grips with the movement. Goblet squats are also a good way to keep your weight back. See the link below for tips on this.

20/04/2020

upper back pain or shoulder pain?
working from home can be difficult especially when our workstations are not suitable. Try this exercise to combat upper back pain as well as shoulder pain. (top tip: roll up a towel into a circle to rest your head on)

This video explains and demonstrates how to perform a scapular muscle strengthening exercise. Presented by Arun Samuel Jaykumar and Jack Broady.

16/04/2020

back pain ?
those who struggle with back pain are often told they need to strengthen their core, but often struggle as they struggle to setting centre. Give this exercise and progression a go

This video will explain and demonstrate how to set centre and perform a leg tabletop exercise. Presented by Tom Skinner and Jack Broady.