Older People Physiotherapy
How physiotherapy can help the elderly
April 9, 2026
Blog Updated 9th April 2026 As you get older, your body naturally changes. You may notice reduced muscle strength, lower … read more
Read moreChronic pain
December 16, 2025
What Is Chronic Pain? Chronic pain refers to pain which persists for longer than we would expect it to, and … read more
Read moreUnderstanding the differences between Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Chiropractic care.
September 6, 2025
Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Chiropractic are three similar and distinct disciplines offering treatment for different musculoskeletal conditions. Although, they overlap in … read more
Read moreSciatica – What is it and, how can I manage it?
August 5, 2025
Blog Updated 5th August 2025 (originally published 7th November 2023) Lower Back Pain is extremely common, and most of us … read more
Read moreGood Habits, Good Mind: How Physical Health Boosts Mental Wellness
June 13, 2025
Mens sana in corpore sano’ – Forgotten your GCSE Latin I’m guessing! You can be forgiven if so. These however … read more
Read moreInjection options for knee osteoarthritis
June 13, 2025
What is knee osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and is a condition that affects joints, with … read more
Read moreRunner’s knee – what is it and how can I avoid it?
May 12, 2025
Runner’s knee is an umbrella term used to describe a few common knee injuries, often related to overtraining, running mechanics, … read more
Read moreNeck pain and sleeping position
April 22, 2025
Neck pain from sleeping? Does your sleeping position and correct pillow support really affect neck pain? Neck pain is one … read more
Read moreDriving posture – does it matter and is it important for safety?
March 31, 2025
What is the best Driving posture? – does it matter and is it important for safety? Did you know, driving … read more
Read moreMuscle injuries
March 5, 2025
At Physiotherapy Matters, we strive to provide you with the best insights and advice to help you maintain optimal health … read more
Read moreStress Incontinence, Exercise, and Physio Management – Looking Beyond Kegels
February 3, 2025
Stress Incontinence, Exercise, and Physio Management – Looking Beyond Kegels Dysfunction related to the pelvic floor can lead to pain, … read more
Read moreHand Osteoarthritis
December 19, 2024
Hand Osteoarthritis What is osteoarthritis? A joint refers to an area of the body in which two bones meet. A … read more
Read morePhysiotherapy Matters working in Partnership with Hadrian Healthcare
September 16, 2024
Physiotherapy Matters working in Partnership with Hadrian Healthcare Physiotherapy Matters have restarted pre COVID Physiotherapy and Wellbeing service for Hadrian … read more
Read moreKnee Meniscal Injuries
April 26, 2024
Let’s delve into knee meniscal injuries! The prevalence of knee meniscal injuries has risen over the years, possibly due to … read more
Read moreWeightbearing exercises for seniors – The benefits
January 16, 2024
Weight-Bearing Exercise: A Key Component of Senior Fitness As we age, our bodies require different types of exercise to maintain … read more
Read moreAlternative remedies for combatting joint pain – Fact and Fiction
November 21, 2023
Are copper bracelets and turmeric natural arthritis remedies? You may have seen the increase in the use of copper bracelets … read more
Read moreInjection Therapy – is it right for you?
September 23, 2023
Injection therapy can be a very useful form of treatment to settle acute symptoms to allow you to engage with … read more
Read morePolyarthritis
June 20, 2023
What is Polyarthritis? You may have heard of the term ‘polyarthritis’, or indeed been told you have it. Polyarthritis refers … read more
Read moreOn Your Feet Britain
April 14, 2023
Did you know that 70% of our average 9 hours of sitting time is at work?(2) and a recent survey … read more
Read moreApril is Stress Awareness Month
March 24, 2023
Stress is our body’s response to pressure. Many different situations or life events can cause stress. It … read more
Read moreShoulder pain
December 20, 2022
There are various causes of shoulder pain but there are a number of common conditions that Physiotherapy can help with. … read more
Read moreWalking Over Christmas
December 17, 2022
Christmas is a time of celebration, a time to enjoy eating and drinking, spending time with family and friends. It … read more
Read moreMyth busting- the TRUTH about lower back pain and ‘slipped discs’
March 22, 2022
The spine is a fragile part of the body that should be kept straight at all times and failing to … read more
Read morePhysiotherapy Home Visits
January 18, 2022
Updated 18th January 2022 Mobility Physiotherapy is often seen as something that can only be accessed if people can make … read more
Read moreThe Fight Against Falls
July 20, 2021
Prevent Falls In Elderly With Simple Exercises About one third of people aged 65 and older, and half of people … read more
Read moreSoft Tissue Injury Management – All they need is PEACE & LOVE
March 22, 2021
Whether you’re a regular gym goer, occasional walker or someone who is keen to start exercising, injuries can occasionally occur. … read more
Read moreUnderstanding the different types of exercise and their benefits
January 19, 2021
There are several different types of exercise, and understanding what they are, their benefits and how they can impact you … read more
Read moreV.O.M.I.T – Why your doctor may refuse a scan for your back pain!
November 6, 2020
“Above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you. Because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the … read more
Read moreBack Pain: Common myths and what to do when it strikes
October 1, 2020
What is Low Back Pain Back pain is a very common condition with more than 80% of people worldwide experiencing … read more
Read moreTop 10 tips for staying happy and healthy in these challenging times
May 15, 2020
I feel like I’m hearing the word ‘unprecedented’ approximately 150 times a day at the moment, but for a reason. … read more
Read moreRemote Physiotherapy
April 22, 2020
Remote Physiotherapy, myth busting and what it can do for you! Did you know that musculoskeletal disorders, such as arthritis … read more
Read moreBenefits of Remote Physiotherapy, Occupational Health and Wellness Services during Covid 19
April 13, 2020
We are being asked by many clients how can we support employees from a physical and mental health prospective during … read more
Read moreVideo Physiotherapy Appointments
March 27, 2020
How can you make the most of your video physiotherapy consultation? Video consultations have been used within the medical and … read more
Read moreThe Benefits of Acupuncture…
January 5, 2020
Acupuncture treatment stems from an ancient Chinese medicine where fine needles are inserted at certain sites in the body for … read more
Read moreOlder People Exercise
August 27, 2019
Lots of adults aged 65 and over spend an average of 10 hours or more sitting or lying down … read more
Read moreRisk Assess Your Home
May 25, 2019
One in three people over the age of 65 will fall in a year. Of these falls 6 out of … read more
Read moreWhy Tai Chi for Balance in the Elderly
October 23, 2018
Tai Chi was originally developed in 13th Century China. It is now practiced around the world as a form of … read more
Read moreOstenil: A long jump in the management of Osteoarthritis
June 13, 2018
Where were you on 4 August 2012? We all recall the exhilaration and excitement of Super Saturday and Greg Rutherford … read more
Read moreElderly falls increasing
April 5, 2018
The local government association (LGA) have stated that by 2020, there will be nearly 1,000 elderly people falling a day, … read more
Read moreFast track referral pathway
February 27, 2018
Physiotherapy Matters can offer a fast track referral pathway for any of our patients requiring musculoskeletal imaging. This can include … read more
Read moreThe Power of Acupuncture
November 13, 2017
Acupuncture has been used as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over 4000 years. It is believed the body … read more
Read moreHome Visits: Yes, we can come to you!
October 24, 2017
Yes, we can come to you! Many people are surprised when they hear that Physiotherapy Matters can offer home visits. … read more
Read moreOsteoarthritis and the Benefits of Exercise
April 19, 2017
Senior Physiotherapist Chris Barrett discusses why exercise is important for patients with Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a term that we … read more
Read morePioneering new treatment for osteoarthritis now available
February 9, 2016
We are delighted to announce that Physiotherapy Matters now offers the pioneering treatment of Ostenil® injections, administered on-site by our … read more
Read moreHow could acupuncture help you?
August 14, 2015
What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is one of the main forms of treatment in traditional Chinese medicine which is widely practiced … read more
Read moreSpotlight on Arthritis
April 27, 2015
Arthritis is one of the most common, chronic musculoskeletal disorders. There are many different types of Arthritis that affect around … read more
Read morePhysiotherapy Matters featured in BQ Breakfast
January 19, 2015
After several successful years in Melton Park, Gosforth we have now expanded to the point where our premises are … read more
Read morePhysiotherapy Matters launch week day 5: Arthritis
November 27, 2014
As part of our celebrations to officially launch our new clinical site at Regent Centre, Gosforth, we’re exploring the top … read more
Read moreRheumatoid Arthritis and Physiotherapy
January 28, 2014
By Alice Thompson Whilst having a browse through Arthritis UK, I came across an article which highlighted that levels of … read more
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