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Monday, February 18, 2019

Compression Stockings for Varicose Veins

What are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are veins in the legs which have become swollen and enlarged. They are usually blue or dark purple, and can appear lumpy, bulging and twisted in appearance. Varicose veins are very common and do...

Knee

Monday, November 12, 2018

Benefits of a Finger Splint

The fingers and thumb are at the extremity of your body, so as the joints are more delicate they can be vulnerable to injury as a result of recreational or occupational accidents. Common problems include mallet finger, dislocation, fracture and...

Hand

Monday, June 18, 2018

Recommended Sprained Ankle Supports

An ankle sprain is a common injury which is caused when the ligaments in the ankle joint are damaged by being torn, stretched or twisted. This most commonly occurs when the ankle twists inwards (forced supination), so the ankle turns...

Monday, February 26, 2018

When to Use a Back Brace for Posture

What causes poor posture? There are many causes of poor posture and they can vary from person to person. An office worker may have a poor posture and issues with the shoulder from being hunched over a computer, while someone...

Monday, January 29, 2018

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

The plantar fascia is a ligament which runs along the bottom of your foot and connects the heel bone to your toes. It acts as a shock absorber, supporting the arch of the foot and it arises in the innerpart...

Footcare

Friday, October 27, 2017

What is the best Carpal Tunnel Wrist Support?

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition in the wrist that affects many thousands of people, with some evidence suggesting the syndrome will occur in between 2-3% of people over the course of their lifetime. The...

Wrist

Monday, August 14, 2017

The Best Knee Support for Arthritis

OPPO provides a number of knee supports which are recommended for arthritis. These supports are examined in more detail below as well as in this useful at-a-glance guide. Best Knee Supports for Arthritis Elasticated Knee Support / 2022 £6.99 Neoprene...

Knee