What’s Causing my Pain? That is something we have all wondered ourselves at one time or another. Did I hit myself? Was it something I ate? Is it an illness, or an injury? And more importantly of all, how do I fix it? Many of us promptly turn to the... read more →
Jan 07
Dec 17
Children with flat feet and in-toeing gait, may need assessment by a physiotherapist who can make recommendations regarding management. Heat moulding medical orthotics are an alternative for custom made orthotics, and can be fitted by a physiotherapist. Children always need to be assessed for suitability. For some children, the combination... read more →
Nov 21
Commonwealth games 2014 I was thrilled to accept the offer of a role on the medical team for athletics at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2014. I will be based on the field of play at the Hampden athletics stadium (thats track side). yippee.
Jun 26
Its a constant tug-of-war, trying to fit more into our already busy lives. Current UK adult physical activity guideline is 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week, according to the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines. This level of sports participation could improve health and well being and... read more →
May 07
Preparations are underway to have a medical team for the Commonwealth Games. Having been invited for an interview, I had to travel to the Commonwealth House in Glasgow. I think the interview went alright. I am hoping to capture some of the feeling that I had at the 2012 London... read more →
May 04
Back when I was practicing as a sports medicine doctor and providing Sports Medicine Injury Therapy at the British Universities and Colleges Outdoors, as is the case with the topic of athletics today it was a very competitive environment. With the high pressure to perform, it was not uncommon to... read more →
Apr 22
The Marathon was the day after my long haul flight. It was a hectic way to go from holiday mode to work mode, but I couldn't miss it. Working at the London Marathon again this year is so rewarding. When you actually get to stand right at the junction of... read more →
Feb 23
I was covering the Judo at the British Universities and Colleges Sports (BUCS) Nationals this week. At times it seemed more like a triage service at an A & E department. There were numerous blood injuries to take care of on the mats, and high demand for slings with all... read more →
Feb 01
I will be providing physiotherapy cover at the London Marathon 2013. It was such an atmosphere last year and I am hope for more of that buzz again this year. If you started training in October last year, you would already or about to have achieved running a half marathon... read more →
Jan 15
Physiotherapy workshop Action Harpenden Physiotherapy Clinic is hosting a workshop day on Saturday 2nd of February 2013 at Breathing Space Spa. You are invited to participate in this event for which there are limited places (10) available, so book early. Bookings with the physiotherapist, Mrs Tambu Masaya Harkema, can be... read more →