A recent MRI scan showed cysts on the bones in Ken’s neck. Could we help with his debilitating neck pain?

This time on the Pyramid Health book club, we’ll be discussing Herman Pontzer’s book Burn. Pontzer is an evolutionary anthropologist and the book takes a look at the science of metabolism and energy expenditure in humans.

We sit down with retired GP Simon Kay for reflections on a career in medicine.

When it comes to recovering from injuries or aches and pains, we’re all very familiar with how it can physically affect us. Heat, ice, support belts, massage guns - the list of physical aids that we focus on can be endless. But not nearly enough emphasis is placed on the mental side of the equation. 

Getting in the “right headspace” can supercharge your recovery or return to normal activities…and Sports Therapists are perfectly positioned to help you through the ups and downs, writes Hannah Bolwell.

Today we’re starting a series tackling the most common questions we get from patients after their first visit or two. We’ll address some common myths and misconceptions, and talk through some typical pitfalls on the road to recovery.

We’re back with another interview with one of our local health and wellness superstars. This time we’re sitting down with someone who you might recognise as the model patient from across our website! Roxy is personal trainer with a particular interest in women’s health and runs gymnastics classes for kids…when she’s not raising her own wonderful children.

You may have heard someone you love describe their pain as “really acute” or “absolutely chronic”, both of which sound really bad. But what do they mean? In this article we’ll look at what these terms mean medically and the differences between them. (9 minute read)

In this article, we take a look at a lesser-known condition that can be treated by Chiropractors. Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, sometimes called BPPV or BPV, is a common inner ear condition causing intense bouts of dizziness.

We sit down with local yoga teacher Anna Ravenscroft-Ward to find out what makes her tick and talk all things yoga.

“Er, I haven’t done them as much as I probably should have…”

We often deal with patients who haven’t done the activities in their home exercise plan, and we’ve heard all the reasons that go with it: lack of time, lack of energy, forgetfulness, it’s feeling better already… You get the idea.

But how important are those exercises really? In this article, we’ll give you the lowdown on Rehab and tell you what really matters. (5 minute read)

Recently our Chiropractor Mike and Sports Therapist Hannah attended a Rock Tape course to learn the art of Kinesio Taping. You may have seen brightly-coloured so-called “K-Tape” adorning the limbs and torsos of elite athletes. But what is Kinesio Taping, and what does it do?

Karen came to the clinic suffering from long-standing back pain and stiffness in both her hips and thighs. Here, our Sports Therapist Hannah talks us through her case…

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Pyramid Health Book Club, where we summarise and discuss our latest health-related reading. Our first selection, "Stolen Focus" by Johann Hari, delves into the perils of digital distraction and the erosion of our attention spans in the modern age.

If you're experiencing neck or shoulder pain accompanied by symptoms such as radiating pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness in your arm or hand, it's possible that you may be suffering from cervical radiculopathy, but not all radiating pain is a trapped nerve. Other things that can cause neck and shoulder or arm pain include:

“Gardener's back is often the result of prolonged periods of inactivity during the winter months. Suddenly engaging in activities like bending, lifting, and twisting while gardening can overload your back muscles and spine, leading to discomfort and pain. We sometimes say that by rushing back into activity, you break the “Rule of Too”:…”

Learn more about Sports Therapy in this blog from our resident Sports Therapist Hannah.

Shoulder pain is common ailment that needn’t stop you doing what you love. Find out how to beat it with our guide.

There’s a common misconception that “once you start going to a chiropractor, you’ll have to go forever”. We’re here to put that record straight – and tell you what you should expect from chiropractic care.

A good clinician will help you get to where you want to be. But if you’re in pain, the choice of therapists available can be overwhelming. So we’re giving you some pointers on how to choose the right care. We’ll also tell you how to spot when you’re being encouraged to sign up for more care than you need.