Integrated Physical Medicine by Naval Mair

13/08/2026

Whether you're returning to football, hockey, rugby, running or the gym, it's easy to assume your body will pick up where it left off.

The reality is that even a short break can affect your strength, flexibility and mobility.

That's why we often see people returning to training with tight hamstrings, sore calves, aching knees or stiff hips. These aren't always injuries—they're often early warning signs that your body isn't quite ready for the demands you're placing on it.

Addressing those small issues now can help improve your movement, reduce the risk of more significant problems and help you enjoy your season without unnecessary setbacks.

If you're getting ready to return to sport, a pre-season assessment can help identify any areas that need attention before your training ramps up.

📞 Call 020 8812 3733 to arrange an assessment.

11/08/2026

Ever wondered why athletes have those circular marks on their backs? They're often left by cupping therapy - but it's not just for professional athletes. We regularly use medical cupping to help ease muscle tension, improve circulation and support recovery, particularly for people struggling with tight necks, shoulders and upper backs. After long summer drives, gardening, travelling or even spending hours working from the kitchen table, it's common for those muscles to become overloaded. If they're feeling tighter than they should, it might be worth finding out whether cupping could help. 📞 020 8812 3733

06/08/2026

What is the one ache, pain or ni**le you keep putting up with? 🤔

Perhaps it’s a stiff back when you get out of bed, a troublesome knee, recurring neck pain or an injury that never seems to settle.

Tell us in the comments what has been bothering you and how long you’ve had it. You may be surprised how many other people are experiencing exactly the same thing.

And remember, pain should not simply become something you learn to live with.

📍 Wandsworth, London
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06/08/2026

Back pain during squats isn't always about lifting too much weight.

Sometimes, it's the way your body is moving that's placing unnecessary strain on your lower back.

For Noah, a few simple adjustments to his technique made an immediate difference. By improving his core engagement, hip stability and movement patterns, he was able to squat more comfortably and activate the right muscles without aggravating his back.

Pain isn't always something you have to push through. Often, understanding why it's happening is the first step towards fixing it.

If pain is affecting your training, sport or everyday life, we'd be happy to help.

📞 Call 020 8812 3733 to book an assessment.

04/08/2026

Summer is for making memories, not sitting on the sidelines because you're in pain. Whether it's days out with the family, long walks, holidays or simply making the most of the lighter evenings, pain has a way of getting in the way of the things you enjoy most. That's one of the reasons actor Jason Flemyng has trusted Naval with his family's care for over a decade. "Naval has been looking after my family for over a decade. Our kids have been looked after by him since the age of six months. Typically, I would go to him in emergencies, but I now see him as a matter of course, even when I'm not in pain. I have NEVER left his practice disappointed. He is truly skilled, but has a sprinkle of some mystic magic too!" If pain is stopping you making the most of your summer, we'd love to help. 📞 020 8812 3733

03/08/2026

03/08/2026

Human movement and injury rehabilitation have become Yanisa’s passion. She has loved enabling patients to return to the activities they enjoy. Having competed in basketball, volleyball, and Muay Thai, she allocated sport as the main driver to become the Osteopath she is today.😊
Naval Mair chose Yanisa Chaikhot to work here because takes a patient-centred, evidence-informed approach, combining skilled hands-on osteopathic treatment with tailored rehabilitation, education, and self-management strategies. 💥
Having lived in Thailand, Hong Kong, and the UK, Yanisa values clear communication and enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds. Outside the clinic, she enjoys strength training, Muay Thai, basketball, and spending time with friends. 🙏
Her goal is simple: to help every patient feel truly heard, for patients to be able move with confidence again, and for patients to receive lasting results✅✅
www.navalmair.com

03/08/2026

Is ongoing back, neck or nerve pain stopping you from enjoying everyday life?

IDD Therapy is a gentle, non-surgical treatment designed for conditions such as herniated or degenerative discs, sciatica and other disc-related problems.

Using a computer-controlled treatment table, IDD Therapy carefully targets specific areas of the spine to relieve pressure, improve mobility and support the body’s natural healing process.

It may be suitable for people who:

✓ Have tried other treatments without success
✓ Want to reduce their reliance on painkillers
✓ Are looking for longer-term pain relief
✓ Want to return to normal daily activities

At Integrated Physical Medicine, IDD Therapy forms part of a personalised programme of care, supported by tailored rehabilitation to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Learn more about IDD Therapy and whether it may be suitable for you:

https://www.navalmair.com/idd-therapy

To arrange an assessment, call our Wandsworth clinic on 020 8812 3733.

30/07/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions around arthritis is that it only affects older adults.

Juvenile arthritis can affect children and teenagers, sometimes causing stiffness, inflammation, fatigue and discomfort that impacts everyday movement and confidence.

Many young people gradually become less active because movement starts feeling frustrating or uncomfortable.

That’s why supportive rehabilitation and movement-focused care can be so important.

At Integrated Physical Medicine, the focus is always on helping the body move as comfortably and confidently as possible rather than creating fear around activity itself.

Helping younger people maintain movement and physical confidence safely can make a huge difference long-term.

Visit https://www.navalmair.com to learn more about the clinic’s rehabilitation-focused approach.

29/07/2026