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Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain
12 September 2025

Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain

If you live with chronic pain, you've likely heard it all before: “Push through it,” “Mind over matter,” or the old favourite, “No pain, no gain.” While these slogans might work in a gym setting or a motivational poster, they’re not helpful, and are often harmful, when it comes to long-term pain conditions. read more

Plantar Fasciitis
4 September 2025

Plantar Fasciitis

Do you wake up in the morning with a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel? Does your foot ache after long periods of standing, walking, or running? Have you noticed the discomfort eases after moving around, only to return later in the day? read more

Cupping Therapy: What is it and how can it help?
3 July 2025

Cupping Therapy: What is it and how can it help?

Have you heard about cupping therapy? Are you wondering what it is and how it could help you? Does cupping even work? read more

5 Ways to Manage your Body working a Desk Job
4 June 2025

5 Ways to Manage your Body working a Desk Job

The percentage of desk based jobs are well and truly on the rise as tech based industries increase and production jobs begin to rely less on physical labour. But what does that mean for bodies that thrive on physical movement? read more

Spinal Stenosis
9 May 2025

Spinal Stenosis

Spinal stenosis is a condition where the spinal canal (the space that houses the spinal cord and nerves) narrows, putting pressure on the spinal cord and/or nerve roots. This narrowing can occur in any part of the spine, but it's most common in the lumbar spine (lower back) and cervical spine (neck). read more

What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) and how can it be treated?
7 May 2025

What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) and how can it be treated?

Do you constantly experience that nagging pain around your knee? Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a chronic condition where pain arises from the patellofemoral joint and can be felt at the front, side and back of the knee. read more

How does CHH ensure your safety during a Myotherapy appointment?
15 December 2023

How does CHH ensure your safety during a Myotherapy appointment?

The safety of all patients to CHH is of paramount importance to us. When attending for a Myotherapy appointment you can rest assured that you are in good hands. In this blog we discuss how CHH ensures your safety during a Myotherapy appointment. read more

What is the difference between Osteopathy and Myotherapy?
27 July 2023

What is the difference between Osteopathy and Myotherapy?

Osteopathy and Myotherapy are both manual therapies that aim to address pain and discomfort in the body, but they differ in their approach and techniques used. Osteopathy focuses on the musculoskeletal system and aims to improve the overall health and function of the body, while Myotherapy focuses on the treatment and management of musculoskeletal pain, tightness and restriction. read more

We remain open during lockdown
9 July 2020

We remain open during lockdown

At Canterbury Health Hub, we will remain OPEN during the new 6-week lockdown period, providing all services, including Osteopathy, Myotherapy, Remedial Massage Therapy and one-on-one Pilates. Your health and wellbeing is our number one priority and we are all here to support you during these stressful times. Whether you are suffering from acute spinal pain... read more