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What physiotherapy involves, who it can help and what practitioners say — every Wellbeing Magazine story on the subject.

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Knee Massager Clinical Efficacy in Chronic Knee Pain Management: A Medical Review

Chronic knee pain is common musculoskeletal condition and affect mobility, independence and quality of life. It is often link with osteoarthritis, cartilage degeneration, previous injury or long term joint stress. Many patients today look for knee massager solutions as supportive option for safe and non-invasive relief.

By Rachel Branson · 19 Jun 2026

Top 10 Private Healthcare Providers in the UK

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Top 10 Private Healthcare Providers in the UK

Private healthcare gives you more control over when and how you access treatment. Private care can be a practical solution for those looking to avoid long waiting times

By Rachel Branson · 23 Sept 2025

Ananda Spa in the Himalayas

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Ananda Spa in the Himalayas

Back in 2011, I was on holiday in Rishikesh (India) which is in the foothills of the Himalayas. Not only is it a pilgrimage town for Hindus, it is considered the birth place of Yoga

By Rachel Branson · 7 Jul 2025

Why Somerville Residents Are Choosing Myotherapy Over Massage

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Why Somerville Residents Are Choosing Myotherapy Over Massage

In recent years, Somerville has seen a noticeable shift in how residents approach their health and wellness routines. While massage therapy has long been a staple for stress relief and relaxation, a growing number.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Jun 2025

All in the Balance with Sevenhills

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All in the Balance with Sevenhills

Pauline Cox MSc Functional Nutritionist Explains how Supplements can help Manage Blood Sugar Levels During Perimenopause

By Rachel Branson · 24 Sept 2024

Stress Less with Sevenhills

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Stress Less with Sevenhills

Pauline Cox MSc Functional Nutritionist Explains how Supplements can help Manage Perimenopause Induced Stress

By Rachel Branson · 3 Sept 2024

Finding a Chiropractor in Burnaby, BC

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Finding a Chiropractor in Burnaby, BC

Healthcare is no laughing matter, no matter the type of ailment a person is experiencing, or the type of treatment that they’re seeking.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Jul 2024

Integrative Approaches to Managing Chronic Pain

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Integrative Approaches to Managing Chronic Pain

Chronic pain—affecting millions globally—isn't just a fleeting discomfort or the remnants of old an injury; it's a complex condition that significantly diminishes quality of life.

By Rachel Branson · 18 Apr 2024

UNTIL set to change a broken system for wellness professionals

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UNTIL set to change a broken system for wellness professionals

Chatting to Alex Pellew, Co-Founder and CXO of UNTIL it was clear to hear the excitement and passion in his voice. I got a sense that their business was born out of a true desire to help the industry professionals in a broken system.

By Rachel Branson · 9 Sept 2023

Don't slip up on your Winter training Programme

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Don't slip up on your Winter training Programme

With the Christmas period and New Year now but a distant memory, NOW is the time to kick start your running training, particularly with the London Marathon less than 13 weeks away! With this Spring seeing a return to the traditional April slot for the London Marathon, entrants will need to start building up the training miles with a view to reaching peak training in March before tapering into the last 2-3 weeks for the big day on 23rd April 2023.

By Rachel Branson · 9 Feb 2023

Benefits Of Physical Therapy   

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Benefits Of Physical Therapy   

Physiotherapy is a popular healthcare treatment, and it is effective in treating a variety of conditions. In addition, it is an affordable and accessible treatment option that can help improve the quality of life for those suffering from various injuries or pain.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Feb 2023

How To Regain Control & Independence After Disability

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How To Regain Control & Independence After Disability

Dealing with a physical disability is hard, even more, when it comes out of the blue. You are a healthy person one day, and a mishap deprives you of mobility and independence for a lifetime.

By Rachel Branson · 23 Aug 2022

Positivity Towards the Future

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Positivity Towards the Future

No doubt, we're all hoping for a happier & healthier 2022 - a year that brings positivity, new found energy and sees us moving towards a new vision and more creativity for ourselves.

By Rachel Branson · 1 Feb 2022

pirkx partners with 87%

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pirkx partners with 87%

Wellbeing benefits startup, pirkx, has partnered with an innovative mental wellbeing platform, giving members personalised access to a range of tools that promote mental fitness as part of everyday life.

By Rachel Branson · 29 Sept 2021

It's the small things that make a difference

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It's the small things that make a difference

New research from muscle and joint pain relief experts shows how we need to love our hobbies and being active more to keep our bodies moving and mobile as we age

By Rachel Branson · 5 May 2021

Recuperating After A Surgery- Post Operative Care You Need

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Recuperating After A Surgery- Post Operative Care You Need

After receiving surgery, coming back to the usual routine of things takes some time. With sutures and stitches, being more careful at every step is the first guideline you receive. Of course, the post-operative care that you should follow largely depends upon the style and reason of the surgery.

By Rachel Branson · 18 Mar 2021

Sore from exercise? Experts share tips on dealing with workout pain

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Sore from exercise? Experts share tips on dealing with workout pain

Lockdown sparked an exercise fire into many of us, however nearly half of Brits have been left with muscular and joint flare-ups. Nearly half of Brits were encouraged to start exercising thanks to this year’s lockdown with a third admitting that they took a walk or exercised at least once a day.

By Rachel Branson · 12 Oct 2020

Migraines disappear with air in the ear

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Migraines disappear with air in the ear

As odd as it sounds, recently retired Australian chiropractor Adam Meredith has been placing air in the ear of his migraine patients, over the last 5 years, to turn off their migraines.

By Rachel Branson · 9 Jun 2020

Orthopaedic regenerative stem cells treatments

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Orthopaedic regenerative stem cells treatments

Modern regenerative orthopaedics was born sometime twenty five years ago. Since then several thousands of patients have had successful treatments and have avoided surgery.

By Rachel Branson · 8 Jan 2020

Saddle chair solution

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Saddle chair solution

Sitting on a saddle chair provides a solution to a killing paradigm Sanna Hakala, M.Sc., physiotherapist It has been both scientifically proven and experimentally shown that conventional sitting leads to health problems and in.

By Rachel Branson · 13 May 2019

Override negative beliefs

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Override negative beliefs

How can you override your negative beliefs with more positive ones? What if you can change these beliefs using the neuroplasticity of the brain?

By Rachel Branson · 1 May 2018

The heart rules!

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The heart rules!

In the body, the heart generates an electro magnetic field which is 60 times greater than that of the brain. The heart magnetic fields can be picked up by magnetometers several feet from the body. This may account for why we can sometimes sense things before we realise they are there.

By Rachel Branson · 2 Apr 2018

Modern day stresses

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Modern day stresses

rush of hormones, adrenaline and cortisol which are designed to allow us to physically escape from predators or track down our prey. The rush of hormones is rebalanced by the physical exertion of pursuit or escape. Modern day stresses create the same response, however the difference being these modern day stresses can

By Rachel Branson · 3 Mar 2018

Make changes - rewrite your story!

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Make changes - rewrite your story!

make changes in your life? Would you like to rewrite your story? Ann Rambaut, Chartered Physiotherapist, is a coach specialising in Body-Mind Connections.

By Rachel Branson · 10 Jan 2018

Natural Fitness Centre - new owners!

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Natural Fitness Centre - new owners!

Natural Fitness Centre, Eastbourne - New Owners! Seventeen years after founding the Natural Fitness Centre, Alison Brown has decided that the time is right for her to move on to pastures new. Tracy and.

By Rachel Branson · 10 Jan 2018

Is your relaxation really relaxing?

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Is your relaxation really relaxing?

‘trying’ to relax can create its’ own stress. Certain forms of relaxation may not be relaxing, although it is probably more about what you choose to do to

By Rachel Branson · 6 Nov 2017

The body-mind connection is profound!

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The body-mind connection is profound!

As you can see the body-mind connection is profound; the body responds to protect the mind and the mind is there to protect the body.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Sept 2017

The benefits of sunshine

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The benefits of sunshine

though to reap the benefits of sunshine you don’t need to spend a huge amount of time outside - maybe just a commitment to spend 5 or 10 minutes outside

By Rachel Branson · 26 Jul 2017

Rehabilitation Tips for  Brain  Injury

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Rehabilitation Tips for Brain Injury

David Whitten is a Neuro Physiotherapist and Therapy Lead at The Marbrook Centre - Cambridgeshire, a specialist rehabilitation Centre for those who have experienced a life changing moment such as a Brain injury, Stroke.

By Rachel Branson · 7 May 2017

Spinal care classes in Eastbourne

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Spinal care classes in Eastbourne

We run fortnightly Spinal Care Classes that are free of charge to patients, their friends and family and members of the public. The classes take place at

By Rachel Branson · 4 May 2017

Niggly problems down to dehydration?

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Niggly problems down to dehydration?

The greater the dehydration the less sensitive we are to that dehydration. Ageing also reduces our sensitivity to dehydration therefore we often don't adapt

By Rachel Branson · 4 May 2017

Improve your posture and breathe better!

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Improve your posture and breathe better!

A good postural position permits you to breathe better, and as a result reduces fatigue and minimises other side-effects associated with poor posture.

By Rachel Branson · 5 Mar 2017

Body mind connection

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Body mind connection

Life Transformational Coach, Ann Rambaut has been integrating her substantial skills as a Chartered Physiotherapist with her coaching skills. Each Body Mind

By Rachel Branson · 5 Mar 2017

Lift heavy weights

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Lift heavy weights

Leading Physiotherapist Gives Five Inspiring Reasons Why Women Should Lift Heavy Weights There are lots of misconceptions about women lifting heavy weights, Laura Harman, a leading physiotherapist at London’s Boost Physio says we shouldn’t.

By Rachel Branson · 17 Jan 2017

Plan for a better back

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Plan for a better back

David Rogers, a physiotherapist based at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital in Birmingham, has identified a radical new approach to promoting recovery from the scourge of back pain which affects 75 per cent of the.

By Rachel Branson · 17 Jan 2017

Letting go of undesirable habits

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Letting go of undesirable habits

Treating your body to healthy activities that balance and enhance both mind and body, is a helpful way to assist you in letting go of undesirable habits.

By Rachel Branson · 15 Jan 2017

Beat fatigue with good posture!

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Beat fatigue with good posture!

A good postural position permits you to breathe better, and as a result reduces fatigue and minimises other side-effects associated with bad posture. Proper

By Rachel Branson · 15 Jan 2017

The stress of change

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The stress of change

Sometimes the changes we encounter are unavoidable and it is how we respond to these inevitable changes that determine whether we experience stress or not.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Nov 2016

Liz Norton on Changing your perspective

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Liz Norton on Changing your perspective

Liz Norton is nothing if not a fighter. Diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at the age of six weeks old, her parents were warned not to expect her to live beyond her teens. It was.

By Rachel Branson · 6 Jul 2016

Relief from stress and anxiety

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Relief from stress and anxiety

each class will cover specific topics such as pain in the body, stress and anxiety, general wellbeing, ageing. The final class will offer an opportunity to

By Rachel Branson · 3 Jul 2016

Life Transformation Coaching

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Life Transformation Coaching

Using her new Life Transformation coaching skills Ann can guide you through that change (for example) to find out what is holding you back.

By Rachel Branson · 5 May 2016

Recognising the mind-body connection

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Recognising the mind-body connection

The mind-body connection has long been recognised - that our thoughts can create bio-chemical changes in the body at the cellular level. In turn these 

By Rachel Branson · 25 Feb 2016

Will you keep to your Resolutions in 2016?

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Will you keep to your Resolutions in 2016?

What if you could do something today to get you closer to where you want to be tomorrow? It's good to remember that if we get derailed from our resolutions

By Rachel Branson · 21 Dec 2015

Body ease through deep relaxation!

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Body ease through deep relaxation!

Physiotherapist Ann Rambaut has developed deep relaxation techniques that can help create ease in your body. Often there are additional benefits such as

By Rachel Branson · 6 Nov 2015

The health benefits of a good night's sleep!

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The health benefits of a good night's sleep!

Science shows us that our bodies continue to heal during sleep - a good sleep creates a stronger immune system, balances hormones, and improves glucose tolerance.

By Rachel Branson · 25 Aug 2015

Health effects of the summer sun!

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Health effects of the summer sun!

Our bodies love the sun, fresh air and increased activity - on these we thrive! Some of the positive well documented health effects of the sun are that it

By Rachel Branson · 7 Jul 2015

Everything constantly changes!

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Everything constantly changes!

Everything constantly changes. If we look at nature we see some of the most obvious constant changes - the seasons, the weather. Our relationships, our jobs, and our

By Rachel Branson · 13 May 2015

Better breathing, better health, clearer mind

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Better breathing, better health, clearer mind

Do you ever think about your breathing; the way you breathe? Is it something you don’t consciously think about, even though you trust your body to keep you breathing?

By Rachel Branson · 8 Mar 2015

Skiing Safely

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Skiing Safely

The secret to staying injury free this skiing season, revealed by experts from the One Stop Winter Clinic

By Rachel Branson · 7 Jan 2015

Help avoid Christmas burnout!

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Help avoid Christmas burnout!

The stress of Christmas shopping, the planning, the sending Christmas cards and so on, the costs and time involved in preparations on top of everything else

By Rachel Branson · 1 Nov 2014

Pain relief without drugs

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Pain relief without drugs

Whether you have back pain, joint pain or suffered an injury, there are lots of products available to offer a gentle pain relief without having to use over the counter pain killers.

By Rachel Branson · 1 Sept 2014

Which physical therapy would assist me?

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Which physical therapy would assist me?

Your GP first, then choose from a myriad of therapists with an even greater wealth of treatments to offer. Confusing isn’t it, so which physical therapy would suit you?

By Rachel Branson · 14 May 2014

Setting new year resolutions

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Setting new year resolutions

Is the thought of making a ‘New Year’ resolution quite frankly depressing? Knowing that you have been there many times before, starting out optimistic that this year is going to be different and one.

By Rachel Branson · 4 Jan 2014

Purchase of Seaford Day Hospital

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Purchase of Seaford Day Hospital

Horder Healthcare, the award winning independent healthcare charity that runs The Horder Centre, Crowborough and Horder Healthcare, Eastbourne has purchased Seaford Day Hospital. Planning to open in Spring 2014, the organisation intends to fully.

By Rachel Branson · 3 Jan 2014

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