Stroll to recovery: Walking routes in Ilford after hip and knee replacement surgery

Hip and knee replacement surgery can significantly improve mobility and quality of life for those suffering from chronic joint pain. However, it’s essential to engage in low-impact exercises to aid recovery and prevent complications. Walking is one such low-impact exercise. Along with improving your general mobility, it has been known to speed up recovery times…

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Tranquil trails: Shepton Mallet’s walking routes for post-surgery recovery

To celebrate National Walking Month, we’re putting together a collection of the best walking routes available to patients recovering from surgery. Our list today focuses on the picturesque market town of Shepton Mallet, located in the Mendip district of Somerset. The semi-rural location means the surrounding countryside is easily accessible to those wanting to get…

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Healing steps: Top post-surgery walking spots in Barlborough

If you’ve recently undergone surgery, taking a gentle walk can be a great way to aid your recovery. Not only does it get your blood flowing and help clear your head, it can also prevent complications such as blood clots. Nestled in the leafy north-eastern part of Derbyshire, the small village of Barlborough offers some…

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Walking unaided after hip replacement surgery: tips and advice

If you’ve recently undergone a hip replacement, you’re probably wondering what your recovery timeline looks like. How long before you can get back to everyday activities? And, what can you do to speed up recovery? It’s likely that these are all burning questions that you want the answers to, so, as part of National Walking…

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Gardening with joint pain

National Gardening Week With National Gardening Week approaching and Chelsea Flower Show at the end of the month, we have asked our Physiotherapists to give some tips on how to manage joint issues whilst enjoying your potting, planting, and pruning. This year we are being encouraged to create a garden container that’s inspired by the…

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How long does cataract surgery take? Timings and recovery

Need treatment and want to know how long cataract surgery takes? Look no further. In this blog, we explore the procedure, recovery timings and surgery preparation to get you ready for your upcoming procedure. Related resources

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CT scan vs MRI scan – What’s the difference?

Diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role in locating the source of a medical problem along with providing the information needed to help diagnose a wide variety of conditions. In this blog, we explore the difference between an MRI and a CT scan. The aim is to help you understand why your doctor has recommended it,…

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Glaucoma vs cataracts: Symptoms, treatment and more

What are the symptoms of cataracts and glaucoma and how can you tell the difference? In this blog, we’ll be exploring both conditions and decoding the signs of each to help you find the right type of treatment. Glaucoma vs cataracts: your questions answered Didn’t quite find what you were looking for? Worry not –…

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Why you shouldn’t skip your next eye health check

They say that the eyes are the window to the soul, and while this article might not be as poetically profound, there is some truth to the saying. That’s because having regular eye health check-ups is essential. They aren’t only important for your eyes and vision but these examinations can be used to identify general…

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What are hip replacements made of?

If you enjoy an active lifestyle, keeping your hip joints healthy is extremely important. The hips support the weight of the body and are also responsible for movement of the upper legs. Given their importance to mobility, in the event of damage, some patients seek to solve the problem through surgery. This article aims to…

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