MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT LOWER BACK PAIN

An influx of patients suffering from lower back pain has prompted me to look at some misconceptions about back pain. Do you believe that bed rest is the best cure for back pain? Or that you always need an X-ray to determine the cause of your back pain? Read on to find out more about the many facts and fallacies about back pain. True or false: Bed rest is always recommended for back pain In the first few days after the … Read More

Post COVID guidelines for patients

More than 10% of COVID-19 patients may have symptoms which affect their quality of life or ability to perform normal activities of daily life over the long-term – upwards of 60 days. British epidemiologist Professor Tim Spector has found that 12 per cent have symptoms longer than 30 days, and one in 200 for more than 90 days. Physiotherapists have a critical role to play during recovery. “With extensive experience and research in rehabilitation, physiotherapists can help with many debilitating long-haul … Read More