Achilles Tendinopathy

An Achilles tendinopathy is an overuse injury. It tends to occur as a reaction to an increased demand on the tendon, beyond it’s capabilities. Those with an Achilles tendinopathy will typically report pain and stiffness, which may reduce in the short term with brief gentle movement. The Achilles tendon lies at the back of your […]
Why does Acupuncture work

In my profession over the years, I have treated countless patients and experienced pain relief with the combination of physiotherapy, acupuncture/dry needling and homecare programme. Western medicine provides diagnosis through lab test and it focuses on eliminating symptoms Holistic therapy (acupuncture, dry needling, meditation) focuses on the body’s overall response to treatment and recognizes the […]
How to Beat Morning Pain From Rheumatoid Arthritis

Morning pain is common with rheumatoid arthritis. Your joints may also feel stiff and pop or creak as you get out of bed. You might have trouble getting things done. It could take an hour or more for the pain and stiffness to ease up. But it doesn’t have to stop you. With a few […]