News
Welcome to our News Page where you will find a news and views on all things Physiotherapy and sports based. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the information provided on this page.
Runner’s MOT
Wednesday 9th January 2019
Are you due an MOT? We are now providing a full assessment for beginner and seasoned runners. The assessment involves gait analysis and injury screening and footwear advice. This is ideal for people who have recently taken up running and are experiencing new aches and pains. Call us today to…
One 2 One Kettlebell Training
Thursday 7th June 2018
Kettlebells have been used as a dynamic tool to develop strength and core stability for centuries. Kettlebells were used as counterweights in Russian markets during the early 18th century. The market workers started swinging the weights around for fun and quickly realised their strength and endurance began to increase. Now kettlebells are seen in nearly every gym and fitness studio. Our Physiotherapist Alistair has been using kettlebells as a rehab tool for his patients for the last 6 years. The benefits of regular kettlebell training include the ability to combine cardiovascular exercise and strengthening in one modality. They are also cheap to purchase and you need not join a gym to benefit…
Miles Podiatry interview for 4-4-2 Magazine " how maintaining feet can improve performance"
Thursday 22nd March 2018
Simon Miles
How can maintaining your feet improve performance? Toe Flexors - pretty much ignored by most strength and conditioning coaches however the toe flexors, muscles that line the bottom of the foot and…
If barefoot running is old hat, just how much cushioning do we need?
Friday 23rd February 2018
Simon Miles, Biomechanics Podiatrist
Running shoe trends are constantly changing and recently the trend is moving away from the barefoot / ultra-minimalist styles. This is possibly due to inappropriate shoes combined with poor technique and inadequate strength resulting in increased injury. This coincides with Vibram Five Finger barefoot shoes recently being found guilty in the US of misleading marketing, allowing anyone who has brought the shoes to claim a refund!! With the trend moving back to more traditional shoes the question becomes, how much cushioning should we be…
Half Price Massage Day
Wednesday 7th February 2018
Our resident massage therapist Jane Sumner will be holding a half price massage day on Friday the 23rd of February. We are very proud to have her on our team here at New Park Physiotherapy. This is a great opportunity for current and new patients to view the new premises and perhaps try a new treatment. The following treatments will be available on the day at these prices... Hour Massage £22.50 was £45.00 Half Hour Massage £17.50 was ££35.00 Hour Indian Head Massage £22.50 was £45.00
Runner’s Clinic
Monday 5th February 2018
We will be holding a free drop-in clinic for runners at Melton Sports on Saturday the 17th of February. Our Physiotherapist, Alistair will be in the shop 11am to 2pm to offer advice and mini treatments to any runners with injuries or niggles... for free! Alistair has training from the Running School London in gait analysis and running technique and has over 10 years experience in treating sports injuries. So if you…
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia
Friday 26th January 2018
Fibromyalgia can be a debilitating condition which effects millions and according to the American pain society is the most common chronic pain condition in the world. According to the National Fibromyalgia Association, 3-6% of the world's population has…
Acupuncture for sports injuries
Friday 19th January 2018
Here at New Park Physiotherapy we have two clinicians who are trained in the use of Acupuncture. Traditional Chinese acupuncture forms the foundation of all clinicians training. However, we use a technique known as 'Trigger point' acupuncture for sports injuries. This style of acupuncture is used when patients present with painful 'spasms' in the muscle tissue. For example; a runner who keeps getting cramp in their calf would usually benefit from trigger point acupuncture. Evidence has shown that when an acupuncture needle is placed specifically into the 'knotted' muscle…
BTL Ultrasound
Wednesday 17th January 2018
We are please to announce we are now using BTL Ultrasound machines here at New Park Physiotherapy Melton Mowbray. BTL Ultrasound offers the most accurate and evidence based ultrasound for the treatment of all injuries. The very powerful 'injury library'…
Achilles Pain
Tuesday 16th January 2018
This time of year we often see an increase in patients coming in with pain from their Achilles Tendons. This is usually caused by a sudden increase in activity after Christmas, especially in patients taking up or returning to running. Diagnosing a Tendon Achilles (TA) problem is fairly straight forward and often the patient is already aware of the diagnosis before they arrive. Often the patient describes a deep ache which is worse after activity. They may also…
We are Open!
Tuesday 16th January 2018
The practice is now officially open and we are looking forward to showing off our new premises to our patients. Here is an image of our new treatment room...