Here at Barefoot Physio we use a variety of techniques to get the best results for our clients. We often incorporate dry needling as part of our treatment plan because it has a wide variety of benefits. This is always done in consultation with our clients. In this blog, we’ve covered some of the most […]
Hypermobility is present in up to 15% of the population in one form or another. For the general public, hypermobility most commonly refers to general joint hypermobility (or an increased range of joint movement). Being extra flexible is an advantage in activities such as swimming, dancing or gymnastics. Most flexible people don’t experience pain or […]
What Is TMJ? Have you ever wondered if something is wrong with your jaw, or asked yourself “why is my jaw clicking?” Perhaps you have been told by your doctor or dentist that you have something called “TMJ dysfunction.” What does this actually mean? And how can Physiotherapy help your TMJ ? What is TMJ dysfunction? […]
The six sense! What is proprioception? Proprioception is the way that we know where our body is in space or in relation to other body parts and whether a body part is still or moving. This information comes from sensory receptors in the skin, joints and muscles that feed information continuously to the brain. Different […]
Hypermobility can be a complex condition to manage and there are multiple ways that symptoms can be managed. A large part of management for hypermobility is movement. People who are more flexible are often drawn to activities that their flexibility gives them an advantage. One that we see all the time is yoga. It’s not […]
Urinary continence is the ability to fully control your bladder movements; i.e. there is no leaking. Therefore, urinary incontinence is defined as an involuntary loss of urine. Whilst urinary incontinence can be common it isn’t normal and should be addressed to help people regain a sense of control over their bodies. Physiotherapy for incontinence can […]
Pelvic Floor Physio for all populations Everybody has a pelvic floor. There is often a lot of discussion around pelvic floor for women, given its importance in pregnancy and childbirth. However, pregnancy is just one of many times the pelvic floor needs extra attention as pelvic floor dysfunction may be implicated in many other populations […]
At Barefoot Physiotherapy we enjoy helping people across the lifespan to maintain and regain control of their pelvic floor muscles. Cuing a ‘Kegel’ or a correct pelvic floor activation and relaxation is an essential part of pre and post-natal physiotherapy. Pelvic floor muscles work hard to support the pelvic organs, especially throughout pregnancy when the […]
Running may seem very straightforward, but even for experienced runners there are many technical aspects that can be improved upon. While there is some debate about how important good running technique really is, the reality is most of us stand to improve performance by working our technique. For an overview of what good running technique […]
Running is a great form of cardiovascular exercise that incorporates the whole body and also has great mental health benefits. By utilising pace, distance and rest it can be adapted for beginner’s through to experienced athletes. However, runners at all levels can experience injuries which can lead to frustration, pain and time off from running. […]
