E-physiotherapy

11/02/2026

Information on possible musculoskeletal side effects from cancer immunotherapy

Cancer immunotherapy, commonly using immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI), has revolutionized the treatment of previously hard to treat metastatic (stage four) cancer. The main difference to other treatments such as chemotherapy is that it boosts the immune system rather than impairs it. Chemotherapy....

01/02/2026

Stress can cause a wide range of musculoskeletal issues and other internal body issues. My recent review of the evidence for treatment for stress related musculoskeletal disorders is here:

https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/stress-anxiety-and-its-effect-on-pain-muscles-and-digestion/

20/01/2026

A New review of the effectiveness of acupuncture/dry needling is available on the website.

https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/acupuncture-dry-needling-helps-low-back-pain-whiplash-neck-pain-and-arthritic-joint-pain/

28/12/2025

Advice on choosing a pillow if you have neck pain.

https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/how-to-choose-a-pillow-if-you-have-neck-pain/

21/12/2025

Some guidance to help if you think you might have Ankylosing Spondylitis or Axial Spondyloarthritis.

https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/ankylosing-spondylitis-axial-spondyloarthritis-and-related-conditions/

17/12/2025

e-physiotherapy will be open except on Christmas day, Boxing day and New Year's day. Hours will be reduced on Christmas and New Year's Eve as well as between Christmas and New Year. Available hours are show on the booking system.

Have a Happy Christmas and New Year!

12/12/2025

Unfortunately, some prices have had to rise at e-physiotherapy but I have been able to keep the 30 minute appointments at £40. This is less than any other clinic in Edinburgh.

The longer appointments prices have increased a little to £55 for 45 inutes and £65 for an hour.

Please book online at:

If you do not receive a confirmation email for your appointment, with the time and date of your appointment, please phone or text on 07544 706 807 to confirm that your appointment was booked correctly Opening Hours Monday 2:30pm – 7:30pm Tuesday 9:30pm - 4:00pm Wednesday

27/11/2025

Some advice on using AI to help diagnose your health problem and save time when seeing your physiotherapist
https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/using-artificial-intelligence-ai-to-investigate-your-pain-and-dysfunctions-before-your-physiotherapy-appointment/

21/09/2025

What evidence is there for physiotherapy treatment of osteoarthritic knees?
https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/evidence-for-physiotherapy-management-of-osteoarthritic-knees/

14/09/2025

Advice on avoiding injury when starting weight training.

Weight lifting is recommended for most people, especially as you get older as it helps to reduce muscle atrophy, improve bone density (osteoporosis) and improve balance. Athletes and recreational sports persons also benefit from improved sports specific performance if their strengthening routine is....

07/09/2025

Is runnning good for osteoarthric knees?
Find out more in this review article:
https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/is-running-good-or-bad-for-osteoarthritic-knees/

31/08/2025

Information on hypermobility and mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) diagnosis and treatment.

https://www.e-physiotherapy.co.uk/mast-cell-activation-syndrome-mcas-links-to-hypermobility-fibromyalgia-adhd-neurodivergence-and-covid/