Cranbrook Sports Therapy

10/09/2025

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💢 What is a “Slipped” Disc?
Despite the name, a disc in your spine doesn’t actually “slip” out of place.
Your spinal discs are cushion-like pads between the bones (vertebrae) that absorb shock and help you move.
What really happens:
🌀 The soft inner gel of the disc pushes through a crack in the tougher outer layer
⚡ This can press on nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, or tingling
Common causes:
🔄 Repetitive bending or twisting
💥 Heavy lifting with poor technique
📉 Age-related wear and tear
Symptoms may include:
✅ Back or neck pain
✅ Shooting pain into arms or legs
✅ Numbness, tingling, or weakness
Recovery tips:
🏋 Strengthen core & back muscles
🛌 Good posture and body mechanics
🛑 Avoid prolonged sitting or slouching
📍 Early assessment = quicker recovery & less chance of long-term issues.

08/09/2025

❄️ Is R.I.C.E. Still the Best for Injury Recovery? 🤔
For decades, we’ve been told to Rest, Ice, Compress, and Elevate (R.I.C.E.) after an injury. But recent research suggests this might not be the optimal approach.
Why the Shift?
• Rest: Extended rest can lead to stiffness and delayed healing. Early movement is now encouraged to promote recovery.
• Ice: While ice can reduce swelling temporarily, it may also slow down the body's natural healing process by restricting blood flow.
What’s the New Approach?
Modern protocols like P.O.L.I.C.E. (Protection, Optimal Loading, Ice, Compression, Elevation) and P.E.A.C.E. & L.O.V.E. (Protection, Elevation, Avoid anti-inflammatories, Compression, Education & Load, Optimism, Vascularisation, Exercise) focus on:
• Protecting the injury initially
• Gradually loading the tissue to promote healing
• Incorporating movement early on
Takeaway: While R.I.C.E. was once standard, evolving science suggests a more active approach may lead to better outcomes.
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06/09/2025

📚✏️ Back to School, Back to Me 💪🍂

Summer may be winding down, but it’s the perfect time to reset, refocus, and recommit to my fitness goals. 🏃‍♀️💥 With the kids back in school and a bit more structure to the day, Reclaiming time for yourself—to move, to sweat, to grow stronger.

This season isn’t just about their fresh start… it’s yours too. 💫

✅ Making time for workouts
✅ Fueling my body with intention
✅ Prioritizing mental and physical wellness
✅ Showing up—for you

Let’s make this fall the season of strength. 🍁 Who else is jumping back into their routine?

06/09/2025

New hours for my clinic🕕🕘

06/09/2025

💪 Why Is Shoulder Health So Important? 💪
Your shoulders are among the most mobile joints in your body — letting you lift, reach, throw, and carry every day!
Keeping your shoulders healthy means:
✅ Better range of motion
✅ Reduced risk of injury and pain
✅ Improved strength and stability
✅ Enhanced performance in sports and daily activities
Neglecting shoulder care can lead to stiffness, weakness, and long-term problems like rotator cuff injuries.
Simple habits like regular stretching, strengthening exercises, and good posture can make a huge difference!
Take care of your shoulders today — they carry you through life!

19/07/2025

🏃‍♂️💪 RUN STRONGER. RUN FASTER. RUN LONGER.
Strength Training for Runners – Unlock Your True Potential
Stop letting weak glutes, tight hips, or poor core strength hold you back.
🔥 Build Power, Improve Form & Prevent Injuries
✅ Runner-specific strength programs
✅ Improve stride efficiency & running economy
✅ Reduce risk of ITB, shin splints, knee pain & more
✅ Boost endurance, speed & recovery
Whether you're chasing PBs or just want to run pain-free — this is for you.
📍 34 Burrough Fields Cranbrook EX5 7AN 🗓️ 1:1 sessions & programs available
📲 DM us “STRONG” to get started today!

17/07/2025

💪👐 REPAIR. REBUILD. RECHARGE.
Rehabilitation & Remedial Massage – For Athletes & Everyday Movers
Whether you're an elite athlete or just feeling the strain of daily life — recovery matters.
🧠 Our expert-led treatments combine:
✅ Rehabilitation & Injury Recovery – For sports injuries, chronic pain, post-op
✅ Remedial & Sports Massage – Release deep tension & restore function
✅ Strength & Conditioning – Rebuild your body stronger, prevent future injury
✅ Mobility & Flexibility Work – Move better, feel better, live better
🏃‍♂️ From marathoners to office workers — everyone benefits from targeted recovery and strength work.
📍 34 Burrough Fields Cranbrook EX5 7AN
📲 Book now – Message us “RECOVER”
🌐 Cranbrook Sports Therapy – Movement is medicine

29/06/2025

25/06/2025

🏃‍♂️💪 RUN STRONGER. RUN FASTER. RUN LONGER.
Strength Training for Runners – Unlock Your True Potential
Stop letting weak glutes, tight hips, or poor core strength hold you back.
🔥 Build Power, Improve Form & Prevent Injuries
✅ Runner-specific strength programs
✅ Improve stride efficiency & running economy
✅ Reduce risk of ITB, shin splints, knee pain & more
✅ Boost endurance, speed & recovery
Whether you're chasing PBs or just want to run pain-free — this is for you.
📍 34 Burrough Fields Cranbrook EX5 7AN 🗓️ 1:1 sessions & programs available
📲 DM us “STRONG” to get started today!
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🏃‍♀️STRONG RUNNERS. FASTER TIMES. FEWER INJURIES.
Let’s build your engine AND your armor.

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18/06/2025

🧠💪 Relieve Pain. Recover Faster. Move Better. 💪🧠
Expert Sports Therapy & MSK Care – Tailored to You!
🏃 Whether you're recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or aiming to boost your performance – we’ve got you covered.
💥 Our Specialist Treatments Include:
✅ Acupuncture & Dry Needling – Release muscle tension & restore balance
✅ Dry Cupping – Improve circulation & speed up recovery
✅ Shockwave Therapy – Break through chronic pain & stimulate healing
✅ Massage Therapy – Ease stress, pain & tightness
✅ Gait Analysis – Identify imbalances, prevent injuries
✅ IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) – Target deep tissue dysfunction
✅ EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) – Boost recovery & muscle strength
🧑‍⚕️ Delivered by experienced MSK specialists who understand movement, injury, and healing.
📍 34 Burrough Fields Cranbrook EX5 7AN
📅 Appointments available – Book now to feel the difference!
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Movement is medicine