With the sun out and the weather nice and warm now, many of you are getting out and exercising. Whether you’re in the gym, out for a walk or run, or a swim in the bay many of our clients have increased their exercise load over the last few weeks. This makes me so happy as I love seeing people active and outdoors while they look after their health! read more
Trying something new for your health can feel a bit daunting, especially when it involves hands-on treatment. If you've booked your first osteopathy appointment at Canterbury Health Hub and are wondering what to expect, this guide will walk you through the process so you feel informed and at ease. read more
Suffering from neck pain can significantly interfere with our daily activities. This pain may cause restricted motion, stiffness, discomfort, or even headaches originating from the neck. It can occur due to a variety of reasons, including poor posture, muscle strain, and degenerative changes. read more
Regular physical activity offers numerous health benefits. It not only strengthens muscles and bones but can also support overall well-being by helping maintain a healthy weight, improving cardiovascular health, and reducing the risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes. Exercise can also enhance mental health by alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression, and it contributes to better sleep quality. read more
The growth of running and running related events has skyrocketed over the years due to it being a low cost and very accessible form of physical activity. Running has been shown to help promote physical fitness and healthier lifestyles. Although running does have its benefits, it also possesses downfalls such as developing injuries and conditions which can be debilitating and can even halt physical activity. read more
Lateral ankle sprains are commonly caused by rolling of the ankle or when the foot is planted and rolled over an inverted ankle. Included in this blog are exercises to help with rehabilitation of the ankle. read more
Sitting for long periods can put hip flexors (muscles in the front of our upper thighs) in a compressed position, which causes them to become shortened, inflexible and weak. This can cause the hips to feel stiff and achy whilst we are sitting or as we get up. read more
Clinical Myotherapist, Anna discusses her achilles injury in depth which forces her to stop running. Find out what types of achilles tendon injuries there are, the most common causes, and treatment options. Anna also demonstrates some great exercises that form part of her rehabilitation. read more
Running is great form of exercise for both your physical and mental health. Strengthening exercises that target your leg and core regions are very important to be included in your routine. They will with improving your overall running ability and reduce the risk of injury. read more
Anna explains her journey since completing a half marathon run earlier this year. Her goal to complete a full marathon gets put on hold after suffering an achilles tendon injury. Find out the exercises she has focused on to improve her injury and return to running! read more
