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Ascenti Team
14 Jul

Understanding the upper limb nervous system

Ascenti physiotherapist Paul Carson explores the upper limb nervous system and shares his advice for treating injuries to the two types of nerves within it.
A man outside gardening
Rachael Newman
11 Apr

Exercise and activity that can help with Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world, and according to Parkinson’s UK, it is estimated that around 145,000 people live with a Parkinson's diagnosis in Britain.
CrossFit Open
Ascenti Team
15 Mar

Optimise your recovery after the CrossFit Open

CrossFit has become a popular form of exercise and is known for its “high-intensity” strength and conditioning workouts that are made up of functional movements. These movements are actions that we perform in our day-to-day life, like squatting, pulling, and pushing.
Debbie Christer
9 Feb

How to manage sore arms after a Covid jab

More than 36 million people in the UK have already had a Covid booster jab, with many more people planning to get theirs over the coming weeks and months. One of the most common side effects is a sore arm following the injection.
Debbie Christer
6 Jan

Top tips to avoid injury as you start your New Year fitness regime

Expert advice from Consultant Physiotherapist at Ascenti, Debbie Christer, on how to avoid injuries when starting a new fitness regime. 
Ascenti Team
5 Jul

Is it safe to run when you have back pain?

We take a look at whether or not it’s necessary for you to hang up your training shoes, and when you need to modify your running load if you experience back pain.
Walking and back pain
Ascenti Team
5 Jul

Is walking good for back pain?

We explore the research into how staying active by walking can have huge benefits for relieving back pain.
Women unwell in bed
Chris Stokes
6 Jul

Recovery following respiratory illness

Ascenti Physiotherapist, Chris Stokes, provides advice on recovery following a respiratory illness like coronavirus.
Physio tips for home workers
Nick Worth
17 Apr

Physio tips for home workers

It's now quite common for people who would usually work in an office to work from home, either full or part-time. Here are some tips for home workers to keep healthy and mobile.
Five physio tips for pregnancy during self-isolation
Kirsty Taylor
17 Apr

Five physio tips for pregnancy during self-isolation

Physiotherapist and Women’s Health Lead at Ascenti, Kirsty Lee shares five tips for pregnancy during self-isolation to help keep you healthy at home.
Working from home ergonomics
Ascenti Team
14 Apr

Are you sitting comfortably?

Working from home might be causing you long-term problems including back and neck pain. Take our quick quiz to find out whether your home office is up to the job.
Five stretches for home workers
Ascenti Team
30 Mar

Five stretches for home workers

Don’t let your temporary workstation cause you permanent problems. Here are five simple stretches that you can do whilst working from home to keep you healthy.