Happy Christmas

As we approach the end of an eventful year, we’d like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas🎄 It may not be the Christmas we are use to and the year may have been filled with ups, downs, sorrows and uncertainties, but we encourage you not to give up hope. Put positive energy into the decisions you make and the things you have control over, such as your health and actions towards each other. Here's wishing for a better 2021 🙏🏾.
One Love ❤️

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Thoughts on the Coronavirus

Thoughts on the Coronavirus

What a historic time we’re living in, and not only in relation to the coronavirus . There is an overwhelming amount of news, opinions and advice going around and it can very easily be confusing and worrying. Hopefully without adding to any confusion, here is our two cents worth. A viewpoint we haven’t heard much about in the media.

Diagnostic Imaging

Here at Injury Therapy Pro we have fast access to a variety of imaging options that may assist in getting to the bottom of your problem.

X-Ray’s, MRI’s, CT’s, Ultrasound’s, DEXA scans and more. We can arrange speedy appointments at great rates with very little effort needed from the patient.

Imaging is only part of the picture! Just because something does or doesn’t show on a scan doesn’t mean it’s definitive. This is important. We have a skilled team who are able to read scans and most importantly, correlate them to clinical examinations we do with you in person to ascertain what is relevant.

This combination has very often lead to findings that have been missed in the past because it is rare that the same person who interprets the images on your scan will also examine you.

For more information about diagnostic imaging and what might be suitable for you, please get in touch.

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What is Shockwave Therapy?

Shockwave Therapy is used more and more within elite sport and is a safe and highly researched modality for treating common conditions such as: plantar fasciitis, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow, achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, knee pain, arthritis, rotator cuff injuries and hamstring tendinopathies.

Seasons Greetings

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Seasons Greetings

From Injury Therapy Pro

We would like to wish everyone a very happy festive season as we head into 2020.

We will be having a few days off but will be open over the festive season so if you are looking for Osteopathy in London then we will still be available to help.

We will be closed on the following dates:

24/12/2019 25/12/2019 26/12/2019

31/12/2019 01/01/2020 02/01/2020

Other than these dates we will be open as usual for all of your osteopathy and treatment needs.

Esprit Concrete - Movement to Empower

Esprit Concrete - Movement to Empower

Injury Therapy Pro and Esprit Concrete are working together to deliver an integrated approach to health, wellness, therapy and movement. Our unique collaboration addresses physical and mental restrictions, imbalances, injuries, acute/chronic pain, and barriers to healing using CBT, Psychology, Osteopathy, Mindfulness and Parkour. 

An excuse to move

It always seems to be a bit of a novelty when the sun appears in London. People often don't know what to do. Panic food buying, spontaneous BBQ's, crazy drivers, bikers, people stripping off, music blaring and flowing alcohol. 

Those are my impressions at least. Well I made use of the weekends good weather, (aside from working) as an excuse to get out into nature, away from the city, to smell the flowers, stretch my body and move as we were made to. Vitamin D, endorphin release, muscle, heart and lung activation - the perfect recipe for mind body and soul 😊 

 

Kale, Avocado and Mango Superfood salad

Kale is considered part of the Brassica family, which also includes broccoli and cabbage. But if you don't like cabbage please don't let that put you off. As the 'Queen of Greens' kale is a superfood packed with plenty of health benefits as listed below and there are numerous ways to prepare this beautifully dark leafy vegetable. Such as my Kale, Avocado and Mango superfood salad, which is quick and easy to make.


1. Firstly grab yourself some locally sourced organic kale. There are a variety of types and they're each as good as the other.

3. Place into a bowl. Add a bit of salt, the juice of half a lemon and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

5. Add a teaspoon of honey, some diced mango, chopped red onion, avocado and chilli flakes. Mix well and serve with any accompaniment of your choice.

 

2. If the kale you have has the stems attached, chop these off and cut the leaves into smaller pieces.

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4. Here's where you work for your supper. Firmly squeeze the kale in your hand until you feel it has broken down and is nicely moist. It will greatly reduce in volume in the bowl.

Benefits of kale

  • High in Iron
  • High in Fibre
  • Low calorie 
  • High in vitamins A, C & K
  • High in Calcium
  • Great source of anti-oxidants
  • Good source of minerals: copper, manganese, potassium & phosphorus

Kale is great for vision and eye health, it can lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. It contains many of the anti-oxidants that are associated with anti-cancer health benefits. Caution should be shown for those on Warfarin or anti-coagulants due to its high levels of vitamin K.

 

 

KALE, AVOCADO AND MANGO SUPERFOOD SALAD WITH ROAST POTATOES, ROAST GARLIC AND GRILLED SALMON. BOOM!

Kale, Avocado and Mango superfood salad with roast potatoes, roast garlic and grilled salmon. Boom!

The Light Princess

The curtains close on another fantastic show. If you didn't get to see this, you really missed out on something special. Beautiful music, creativity and absolutely stunning performances. It's been great working with another amazing team of people, Nick Hendrix, Rosalie Craig, Owain Gwynn, Tommy Luther, Nuno Silva and all the others. I'm definitely going to miss you all, but I'm sure we'll work together again soon. :-)

 

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The Importance of Sleep

The Importance of Sleep

Sleep is arguably the most important behavioural experience that we have. On average we spend about 36% of our lives asleep. That's 32 years of a 90 year life spent sleeping!* There is a culture and feeling that whilst we are asleep we are missing out on all the wonderful things of life. Many even quote the phrase 'I'll have plenty of time to sleep when I'm dead!'