by Sarah Bellis | Apr 23, 2025 | TFD Therapy
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis and is one of the leading causes of pain and disability worldwide (NICE, 2008, Reginster, 2002). It is characterised by a progressive loss of articular cartilage, joint space narrowing sclerosis (thickening) of...
by Sarah Bellis | Apr 16, 2025 | TFD Therapy
What is exercise rehab? Exercise rehab uses rehabilitation exercises to aid your recovery from injury or surgery. It complements soft tissue treatment and is specific to each individual depending on the nature of your injury or weakness and which areas you are...
by Sarah Bellis | Mar 26, 2025 | TFD Therapy
What is a postural assessment? A postural assessment is a visual way for a trained therapist to check someone’s overall alignment. It can highlight any postural deviations that could be causing musculoskeletal pain or discomfort. What can I expect from a postural...
by Sarah Bellis | Mar 12, 2025 | TFD Therapy
What is Stretch Therapy? It uses targeted hands-on stretching techniques designed to create a more intense stretch through the muscles and tissues in order to leave you feeling relaxed, less restricted and more aligned. What can I expect from a Stretch Therapy...
by Sarah Bellis | Mar 5, 2025 | TFD Therapy
Are you suffering from lateral hip pain? Greater Trochanter Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is an overarching term for the following conditions that relate to feeling pain on the outside of your hip: Trochanteric bursitis (bursa inflammation) Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy Gluteus...
by Sarah Bellis | Feb 20, 2025 | TFD Therapy
What is dry cupping? Dry cupping is an effective way of increasing blood flow and releasing toxins using cups and a suction pump. It creates a vacuum which lifts the skin and fascia covering the muscles. Lifting these tissues creates room for increased blood flow to...
