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Injuries, operations and pain can put us off being active. Graham Morland, Senior Wellbeing Personal Trainer at Nuffield Health, explains how carefully supervised exercise can support you on the road to recovery.

Updated: Tuesday 22 August 2023

Published: Thursday 25 May 2017

Our natural response to musculoskeletal pain is to do as little as possible. But what if that pain is persistent? Regional Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, Adam Bellis, explains how exercise can help manage pain and get you on the path to recovery.

Updated: Tuesday 22 August 2023

Published: Monday 8 August 2016

Formerly active Pat suffered with persistent leg pain that left her chairbound and very fed up. But once she started physiotherapy at Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital, not only did she reach her goal of standing up again, she can now even get up and down the stairs thanks to her physiotherapist Trudie.

Updated: Monday 21 August 2023

Published: Thursday 9 December 2021

Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest healthcare charity, and Icon Group, Australia’s largest specialist oncology services provider, have agreed a strategic partnership to deliver oncology services in the UK.

Updated: Monday 21 August 2023

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Nuffield Health Warwickshire Hospital has taken delivery of a Mako® robot, which enables consultant surgeons to carry out more precise knee and hip replacements, with patients likely to experience less pain and faster recoveries after the robot assisted surgery.

Updated: Monday 21 August 2023

Published: Monday 21 August 2023

Do you know your vinyasa from your savasana? Sam Graham breaks down some common yoga terms you may hear in a class.

Updated: Friday 18 August 2023

Published: Friday 18 August 2023

Chronic pain can make it feel like life may never be “good” or “normal” again. Whether it’s joint pain, arthritis or the long-term discomfort associated with a diagnosed health condition, chronic pain is ever present for millions of people.

Updated: Thursday 17 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Andrew got back to doing what he loves, just three months after hip replacement surgery at Nuffield Health Leicester. Now he's feeling the same pain in his other hip, he knows exactly where to go for his second hip replacement.

Updated: Wednesday 16 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 15 August 2023

Peeps Nicols isn't your typical woman in her 70s – she’s an aspiring strong woman.

Updated: Tuesday 15 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 15 August 2023

Everyone has different pain tolerance levels, but if you're experiencing mild musculoskeletal pain, try practicing these natural techniques to improve how your body copes, without using painkillers.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Tuesday 2 October 2018

Is a bad knee getting in the way of the things you love? Mr Peter Gallacher, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Nuffield Health Shrewsbury Hospital, reveals four signs you may need a new one.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Friday 5 February 2016

Weightlifting is a great way to improve fitness and build muscle, but bad form and poor fundamentals can mean you end up doing more harm than good. This is particularly common with beginners.

Updated: Thursday 10 August 2023

Published: Thursday 10 August 2023

Nuffield Health, the UK's largest healthcare charity, has announced the appointment of two experienced non-executive directors to its board. The appointments of Tracey Killen and Lee Rochford will further bolster the board’s range of experience and expertise.

Updated: Wednesday 9 August 2023

Published: Wednesday 9 August 2023

The menstrual cycle encompasses far more than just a period. Whether you’re interested in learning more about your own cycle, or your child has recently gotten their first period, you’re in the right place. Dispelling common myths about menstruation and the female cycle helps us all understand the ‘time of the month’ as part of a bigger picture. Senior physiotherapist Hazel Eatwell provides a detailed insight into the menstrual cycle.

Updated: Tuesday 8 August 2023

Published: Thursday 27 July 2023

The great thing about running is that it’s incredibly accessible and easy to get into. It’s a great way to keep fit and there’s no real need for any serious investment to get you started. While almost anyone can do it, it can be easy for beginners to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of shoes, garments, gadgets, and accessories that are out there. Thankfully, sticking to a few fundamental principles can save you hours of shopping around when you’re starting out.

Updated: Friday 28 July 2023

Published: Thursday 27 July 2023

We’re proud to be The Official Health and Wellbeing Partner of the England Teams so to celebrate an exciting summer of football and to show our support for the Lionesses we’ve launched a Summer Fitness Challenge for anyone to try. So why not give it a go, set new fitness goals and kick-off your summer by tackling our new challenges and workouts?

Updated: Friday 28 July 2023

Published: Thursday 27 July 2023

When a knee injury prevented Rudy Killworth from doing what he loves most - competitive dancing, he consulted Anton Horne, Physiotherapy Manager at Nuffield Health Leicester, to learn how rehab could get him competing again.

Updated: Wednesday 19 July 2023

Published: Tuesday 31 January 2023

Research released today by Nuffield Health reveals the significant impact of period stigma on young girls in the UK, as one in three (33%) aged 11-16 are uncomfortable taking part in physical activity whilst menstruating.

Updated: Tuesday 18 July 2023

Published: Tuesday 18 July 2023

With more people working remotely combined with rising living costs, at-home workouts are becoming an increasingly popular way to stay fit and healthy. From full body HIIT sessions, to targeted workouts to improve your core, cardio or strength, working out from the comfort of your front room has never been easier.

Updated: Tuesday 18 July 2023

Published: Tuesday 18 July 2023

With temperatures in the UK are set to soar again this summer, it’s never been more important to prepare for the onset of hot weather. When a heatwave strikes, millions of us report diminished sleep quality which can result in irritability, difficulty concentrating and a loss of productivity the following day.

Updated: Friday 7 July 2023

Published: Friday 7 July 2023