Is Walking or Cycling Better for Knee Osteoarthritis?
If you have knee arthritis, you’ve probably wondered at some point:“Is walking good for my knees — or am I better off cycling?” There are mixed opinions on social media and every so-called “expert” has an opposing view. In this article we’ll help you cut through the information clutter and get to the truth by […]
Are Knee Supports/Sleeves Useful for Knee Arthritis Pain?
Discover whether a knee sleeve for knee arthritis can genuinely reduce pain, improve stability, and help you stay active. Learn what the research says, who benefits most, and which type of knee support is right for you.
5 New Alternatives to Knee Replacement in 2025 (May Help Avoid Surgery)
New research in 2025 reveals five exciting alternatives to knee replacement surgery — from genetic therapies to stem cell treatments — that may help you avoid surgery and stay active for longer.
The simplest back pain rehab programme you could imagine
Have you ever had an episode of back pain and been told you should be doing some rehab exercises to stop it from coming back? Have you ever had an episode of back pain and been told you should be doing some rehab exercises to stop it from coming back? The problem is, as soon […]
Does Hands-On Treatment Help with Rotator Cuff Injury? Here’s What Research Says and How to Get ACC Cover
If you’ve been dealing with a rotator cuff injury, you know how frustrating it can be. This type of shoulder injury can limit your daily activities. Whether it’s lifting objects, reaching overhead, or even sleeping comfortably at night. Many people try different treatment option, often with limited or very short-term results. You might be wondering: […]
Proven Exercises for Back Muscles That Reduce Pain & Improve Flexibility
The Best Exercises for Back Muscles: What Science Really Says If you’ve had back problems, chances are someone has told you to strengthen your core muscles. But they often don’t explain which exercises for back muscles actually help—or how much you should do. Most people don’t know which movements are safe, and which ones might […]
Important clinic update
Important Clinic Update – July 2023
We’ve got some great news. It’s been a while since our last update and we feel that we need to fill you in on a few changes at the clinic. After a long time searching for a new physio we are happy to announce that Matin Vahidi has joined our team at the Howick Leisure […]
Growing Younger Physio is restructuring (Alex’s moving) – IMPORTANT!
Dear Growing Younger Patient, Below is a re-print of the email I sent to you a few weeks ago in December. It came to my attention that you might have received that email in your spam inbox and so never had a chance to read it. If, however, you did manage to read it please […]
Post-Partum Abdominal Separation. What is it?
What is Abdominal Separation? Post-partum abdominal separation is also known as Diastasis of the Rectus Abdominis Muscle (DRAM). There is often misuse of language around this condition that can lead to fear, but it is important to note that there is no splitting or tearing of any muscles or ligaments. DRAM refers to the separation […]