Spectrum Physio

Spectrum Physio A physiotherapy clinic based by Monument, London. Get seen within 24 hours. For in-clinic or video appointments, visit
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We see plenty of knee and ankle ligament tears hobble into our London clinic. Unfortunately, if a ligament is really bad...
28/01/2023

We see plenty of knee and ankle ligament tears hobble into our London clinic. Unfortunately, if a ligament is really badly torn, no amount of physio will repair it and you may need to consider surgery.

But in these instances, physio rehab will be crucially important to help you increase mobility and regain your normal range of movement.

If you’re considering surgery, book a consultation with us via our website today and we’d be more than happy to chat to you about how we can support you in your recovery.
https://spectrum.physio/what-is-the-difference-between-tendons-vs-ligaments/

Have you heard of tendonitis or tendinopathy? While these terms are often used interchangeably or even confused by healt...
27/01/2023

Have you heard of tendonitis or tendinopathy? While these terms are often used interchangeably or even confused by healthcare professionals, they are actually two different conditions that affect your tendons.

Tendonitis is when a tendon becomes inflamed or swollen, whereas tendinopathy is the degeneration of your tendons over time.

Both can be treated by us - but to find out how you’ll have to read our latest blog.
https://spectrum.physio/what-is-the-difference-between-tendons-vs-ligaments/

You often hear people say they’ve torn a ligament, but do you know what a ligament actually is? Ligaments are also soft,...
25/01/2023

You often hear people say they’ve torn a ligament, but do you know what a ligament actually is?

Ligaments are also soft, fibrous tissues that connect bones with other bones. They mainly exist to hold the bone structure stable and keep everything in place.

To learn more about ligaments and how they differ from tendons, check out our latest blog.
https://spectrum.physio/what-is-the-difference-between-tendons-vs-ligaments/

Ever wondered what a tendon actually is? Tendons are soft, fibrous tissues that play the role of connecting your muscles...
23/01/2023

Ever wondered what a tendon actually is? Tendons are soft, fibrous tissues that play the role of connecting your muscles to bones or other structures in the body.

A tendon’s main role is to allow the structure it’s attached to to move, but also to absorb shock from external forces to the muscle to protect it from injury.

If you’re curious as to what the difference between a tendon and a ligament is then you should check out our latest blog!
https://spectrum.physio/what-is-the-difference-between-tendons-vs-ligaments/

To avoid hamstring tears there are a few simple things you can do. Most importantly, always make sure you warm up proper...
21/01/2023

To avoid hamstring tears there are a few simple things you can do. Most importantly, always make sure you warm up properly by stretching or doing light cardio before exercising.

Secondly, if you are running or undertaking sports that require you to run, make sure you have a good running technique.

A gait analysis from one of the physios at Spectrum is a great way to make sure you aren’t setting yourself up for injury. Want more tips like these? Check out our latest blog.
https://spectrum.physio/the-lowdown-on-hamstring-injuries/

Ever wondered why hamstring tears take so long to heal? Hamstrings can be slower to heal than other muscles and tendons ...
20/01/2023

Ever wondered why hamstring tears take so long to heal? Hamstrings can be slower to heal than other muscles and tendons because of how frequently they are used in everyday life.

Short of confining yourself to bed rest, it’s very difficult to avoid using your legs, so the injured area is still under constant strain, even if you’re doing your best to take it easy. Learn more about hamstring tears via the link.
https://spectrum.physio/the-lowdown-on-hamstring-injuries/

Running with a torn hamstring in the initial days after injury will almost always make it worse. Like any soft tissue in...
18/01/2023

Running with a torn hamstring in the initial days after injury will almost always make it worse.

Like any soft tissue injury, applying the RICE methodology (Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation) is recommended, so avoiding running during this time is probably a good idea.

For more tips on how to speed up your recovery when you’ve strained your hamstring, check out our latest blog.
https://spectrum.physio/the-lowdown-on-hamstring-injuries/

Did you know that hamstring tears are also referred to as strained or pulled hamstrings? And that there are different ty...
16/01/2023

Did you know that hamstring tears are also referred to as strained or pulled hamstrings? And that there are different types of tears, based on how bad the tear is?

The severity can be determined by the three grades given to hamstring injuries (creatively named grade 1, 2 and 3!).

To learn more about hamstring tears and how physio can help you recover faster, see our latest blog.
https://spectrum.physio/the-lowdown-on-hamstring-injuries/

Return to exercise: tip #6Booking a fitness assessment with one of Spectrum’s physio is a great idea if you want a dedi...
14/01/2023

Return to exercise: tip #6
Booking a fitness assessment with one of Spectrum’s physio is a great idea if you want a dedicated ‘return to exercise’ plan, or simply want to find out what sort of prehab you could be doing to prevent injuries.

Of course, everything we do is personalised to your body, taking into account genetics and any pre-existing injuries or conditions you may have.

Want to book your spot now? It’s easy to book online via our website.
https://spectrum.physio/how-to-ease-back-into-exercise-safely-after-the-holidays/

Return to exercise: tip #5Listen to your body! As a general rule, the difference between good pain (you’re challenging ...
13/01/2023

Return to exercise: tip #5
Listen to your body! As a general rule, the difference between good pain (you’re challenging yourself) compared with bad pain (you’re injuring yourself) is that good pain should disappear a few seconds after finishing the exercise.

So, no matter what you’re doing, make sure you test the waters and listen to your body.

Keep an eye out for more tips like this to come, or check out our latest article for them all at once.
https://spectrum.physio/how-to-ease-back-into-exercise-safely-after-the-holidays/

Return to exercise: tip #4Warming up and cooling down are always key, but especially if you’re coming back from a break...
11/01/2023

Return to exercise: tip #4
Warming up and cooling down are always key, but especially if you’re coming back from a break from exercise.

A decent warm up should last about 15 minutes and can be anything from a sequence of low-impact mobility exercises, to gentle cardio to get the blood pumping through your body. And cooling down with stretches is equally important.

Not only will it help prevent injuries, but it will also improve your body’s mobility and ability to recover. Keep an eye out for more tips like this to come, or check out our latest article for them all at once.
https://spectrum.physio/how-to-ease-back-into-exercise-safely-after-the-holidays/

Return to exercise: tip #3As part of building back up gradually, why not include as much incidental exercise as possibl...
09/01/2023

Return to exercise: tip #3
As part of building back up gradually, why not include as much incidental exercise as possible?

This will help you get fitter faster, without you even realising. Incidental exercise could look like taking the stairs instead of the elevator or switching your Tube commute out for a cycle instead.

Keep an eye out for more tips like this to come, or check out our latest article for them all at once.
https://spectrum.physio/how-to-ease-back-into-exercise-safely-after-the-holidays/

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