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Radio presenter Rachel Horne on her journey to dry running with the help of physio Emma James.
Rachel Horne, newsreader and Chris Evan's co-presenter on Virgin Radio UK. “My friend Jools recommended I visit Emma James Physio, a specialist pelvic floor physiotherapist at her clinic at Champneys, Tring after I announced I was going to do The London Marathon....
Is poor posture contributing to your back pain?
Back pain is very common and in most cases, it isn’t serious. It usually improves within a few weeks or months, but there are some things you can do to help reduce the risk. Causes of back pain Identifying the cause of back pain is not always possible, this type of...
Anxiety and lockdown, simple techniques to relax and remain calm
What is anxiety? Anxiety is typically described as a feeling of unease. It can be mild or severe and can cause a sense of worry or fear. Is it normal to feel anxious? Yes! It is completely normal. Everyone will experience feelings of anxiety at some point in their...
Aches and pains? Virtual assessments now available…
What does a 'virtual’ or ‘remote’ assessment look like? As we all adapt and adjust to our new ‘normal’ in these unprecedented times, we at Emma James Physio continue to put the needs of our patients at the forefront of our practice by providing a service to enable you...
Identify Common Running Injuries to Stay on Track
How a virtual assessment can help with common injuries associated with running. Are you using your daily lockdown exercise hour to keep up your running? Or have you been nominated by a friend to run 5km to raise money for NHS Charities and you don’t know where to...
What Is Pelvi Power?
What is Pelvi Power? The newly developed Pelvi Power Training is non-invasive and is based on magnetic field stimulation and the bio-feedback of your body. It is used to strengthen the pelvic floor after birth, bladder weakness, menopause, back pain, prostatectomy,...
Fibromyalgia, managing the pain
Fibromyalgia is a rheumatic syndrome characterised by chronic widespread pain, often associated with fatigue, unrefreshed sleep and cognitive problems. But what can be done? read on to find out more >>>
Burned out: Baby blues or PND? Help is at hand…
Clinical Psychologist Dr Shireen Saluja shares her expertise on the taboo topic that many mothers experience. What are the most common issues that mothers face post-pregnancy? The most common problems are body issues, lack of sleep, feelings of failure, feeling...
Endometriosis
Its Endometriosis awareness month. In this weeks post we discuss what Endometriosis actually is, the symptoms and how it can be treated.
Why we should Exercise
According to NHS England Adults should do some type of physical activity every day. But what counts as exercise and why do we need to? Our latest blog post by Senior Physio Lisa explains more.
For all new mums that love to run!
If you’re a new mum who would love to return to running again then this post is for you. Senior Physio Adam discusses what you need to be aware of and how to start back to running in a safe and manageable way.
The importance of pelvic floor health in a sporting population
In this post we break down the issues you can face with your pelvic floor whilst doing sports and what can be done to help.
Pilates for Men
After so many years of Pilates being stereotyped we are finally seeing the benefits of Pilates being recognised by the wider demographic. In this post we discuss how Men can greatly benefit from Pilates.
Pelvic Floor and the Menopause
The menopause and perimenopause can bring with it problems associated with pelvic floor dysfunction. Read on to know more..
Benefits of weight bearing exercise
Routine physical activity, especially weight-bearing and impact exercise, prevents bone loss associated with aging. Read on to find out how.
Managing stress – make time for YOU!
Managing stress – make time for YOU! Floatation therapy is a powerful stress reliever. It promotes calm and peaceful relaxation, improves sleep and alleviates stress (physical and mental) read on for more ideas on managing stress.
Top 10 lower back pain Myths!
Lower back pain and the unhelpful beliefs that could negatively impact your behaviours
Sleeping Posture and Lower back pain
How you sleep plays an important role in managing back pain, as certain positions place more strain on the back than others. Here are some tips for staying comfortable at night.
Treat your Pelvic Floor to more!
Pelvipower is the new Swiss technology-driven treatment for increasingly common issues such as incontinence, pelvic girdle pain, sexual health/dysfunction, and back pain. This service will be available at Emma James Physio from Dec.
Tendon Pain Treatment and Management
Tendon Pain – Treatment & Management. What is the norm, what do we do and how best to go about tendon rehabilitation.
The upward surge in sports injuries around this time of the year
There is an upward surge in sports injuries around this time of the year. In these months, we see and treat many people with sore ankle tendons or painful knee tendons.
Growing Pains in young footballers
Growing pains can occur in children following a period of rapid growth and/ or increase in sporting activity. Read on to find out what you can do to help your child manage growing pains.
Exercises you can do at your desk!
Life just gets busier and busier but heres some exercises you can do at your desk and still get that work done!
Pilates – gain a balanced body and mind
Pilates practice can help you gain a balanced body and mind. A balanced body is one that is mentally, emotionally, and physically stable.
The beauty of Pilates is that anyone, at any age can get started. Read on to find out more >>>
Football injuries in kids
Playing football has many benefits, however, as with all sports there is some risk of injury. Read my advice on how to treat football and sports injuries in children.
Physiotherapy & Cancer Treatment
Providing people with a cancer prehabilitation programme (an exercise programme delivered before treatment) is stated to improve outcomes, raise quality of life & reduce the risk of the disease progressing. Read on for more info >>>
Sports Massage – Not just for Athletes!
Sports massage is regularly advertised as a treatment modality for only highly skilled athletic performers. The fact is, sports massage can be beneficial to ANYONE regardless of sporting ability or exercise participation.
Exercise & Mental Health
My names India and I am a new Sports Therapist working at Emma James Physiotherapy. Today I will be talking about exercise and mental health, but more specifically how outdoor water sports may be exactly what you need to try!
I hope the Hokey Cokey isn’t what it’s all about
Such an interesting post and so happy we were able to help you with your recovery journey!
My Physio work experience by Bethany
Read Bethanys blog post on her recent physio work experience at Emma James Physio
Mat Pilates improves strength, balance & flexibility in older adults
Mat Pilates improves strength, balance & flexibility in older adults.
Growing Pains
As a parent or guardian we all know the pain of Growing pains! It can occur in children following a period of rapid growth and/ or increase in sporting activity….
Benefits of working with a Personal Trainer
There are many reasons why having a Personal Trainer (PT) can benefit you, people of all ages and abilities. See better results by living a happier more active lifestyle.
Work related stress & how to manage it
Up to half a million people in the UK experience work-related stress every year, which often results in illness (Health and Safety Executive 2011). Read on to find out how that stress can be managed.
Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week
It is National Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Week 2019. Physiotherapy can help treat and manage people with rheumatoid arthritis to help an individual achieve their short and long-term needs.
Surgery no more effective than physio for common shoulder condition…
Researchers show that one of the most common surgical procedures in the Western world is probably unnecessary. Keyhole surgeries of the shoulder are useless for patients with ‘shoulder impingement’, the most common diagnosis in patients with shoulder pain.
“I’ve got that Plantar Fa…something”
At some point, we’ve all experienced some kind of pain in the foot, or know of someone who is currently experiencing/complaining about persistent foot pain. But what exactly is Plantar fasciitis?
Knee Injury and risk of Osteoarthritis
Knee Injury and risk of Osteoarthritis – what can we do to prevent and help.
Looking after your mental health
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK 13- 19TH MAY 2019 Mental health in numbers…. 1 in 6 adults will have experienced a common mental health disorder in the last week. Severe mental health illnesss affects about half a million adults in England and these individuals will have...
Falling off a horse – my road to recovery (Part 2)
When I fell from my horse and ended up in hospital I feared the worst but I knew ways of helping my recovery, heres my story..
Falling off a horse – from injury to recovery (part 1)
When I fell from my horse and ended up in hospital I feared the worst but I knew ways of helping my recovery, heres my story..
Megaboost IV – Vitamin Infusion
A month or so ago I was feeling frazzled.. Rushing about attempting to balance work, kids and home life had left me catching cold after cold, constantly drained, irritable and generally frazzled. Emma James suggested I try a megaboost vitamin infusion at Champneys....
Fundraising to help Pitipana Mahavidyalay School in Sri Lanka
We are raising funds for The Pitipana Mahavidyalay School in Sri Lanka to source equipment, materials and better sanitation.
Stability and posture of the upper back
It is important to have a good stability and posture of the upper back. No matter if you are a runner, swimmer, cyclist or use the gym it is key to incorporate these exercises into your daily routine.
Lower Back Pain – What works best?
Non- Pharmacological (medication) treatment for chronic low back pain- what works best? A recent pre print article in The Lancet looking at 77 research randomized control trials (which are deemed a high quality of research trial) concluded that best treatments include...
The importance of rest and recovery when training
This should be the easy part of our training but it tends to be the most neglected part. Rest is just as important as the actual training itself. In order to see an improvement in performance, our body needs to be exposed to stresses, the body then needs time to adapt...
The benefits of exercise to reduce stress
We all have those days where we feel stressed. It can be from various different sources, but one thing is for certain exercise is a great way to help deal with that stress!
Pilates in pregnancy
PREGNANT? Sleepless nights? Tense? How will Pilates help in pregnancy? read on to find out more.
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