1.CHECK THEIR PHYSIO QUALIFICATIONS Sounds simple, but you may be surprised the number of people working without the proper qualifications and registration with the relevant legal governing bodies. In France, where you ever you are, you can perform a search on the http://www.ordremk.fr/ – follow the trouver mon kinésithérapeute, to find registered physios. The UK
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WHAT IS DN & HOW IS IT DIFFERENT TO ACUPUNTURE? A thin filiform needle is inserted into a trigger point , connective tissue or fascia and is used alongside other forms of physiotherapy to promote pain relief, reduce stiffness and facilitate range of movement and function. It’s has been use since the 1980’s but recently
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This is not in any way prescriptive but something to help you look after your back, and hopefully avoid flare ups. I’ve summarised some of the key things which I think will be helpful, after seeing a huge number of high level skiers and ski instructors this year with back pain. I think the main
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This can be done in the suggested format: 4 minutes work, followed by 1 minute rest. Repeated 3 -5 times. 8 exercises consisting on 30secs high intensity/30 secs of ‘active recovery’. This is designed to mimic the intensity of an average ski run. Alternately this cardio set can replace the previous cardio set in the
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Want to be in best shape as you can be this winter? Try this sequence of CARDIO FITNESS, BALANCE/PROPRIOCEPTION and CORE to not only prepare you for winter, but keep you on top of your game 💪👊 This is sequence works on the fundamental elements to get you in shape and keep you on form
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Nov 27, 2018
Then take a look at these 5 exercises and reasons why to add hamstring strengthening to your fitness programme #ski fit #injury prevention #biomechanics #stronger #train smart REASON 1: INJURY PREVENTION #ACL Many of us (and rightly so) focus on exercises to our quads, as this is where we feel the burn when riding, especially
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I’ve teamed up with SkiBro to provide the first in a series of exercises, which can easily be done in the comfort of your own home, just click on the link above to see episode 1. This workout is designed to take no longer than 30 mins, so there is no excuses not to fit
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Hello! I would like to introduce myself and my new website. I am Jo, and have been working for various companies over the last few years, but am setting up independently for my 7th season in Val D’lsere! I am fully registered as a physio in France and the Uk. I can also accept clients
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