Muscle cramps can be excruciating, but annoyingly, most seem to come on for no reason. We know that some groups of people are more likely to suffer from them, namely: Although we often attribute cramps to an “electrolyte imbalance”, this is rarely the real cause. There may be a link with dehydration, but cramps can …
The carpal tunnel is a small space in the front of the wrist, through which nerves, vessels, and tendons run. Because the space is so small, compression of the structures inside is not uncommon, leading to pain and other symptoms into the hand. Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome There will often be a number of …
A combination of hormonal and physical changes in pregnancy can lead to discomfort in the joints of the pelvis. There are two joints at the back, either side of the base of the spine. These are the SIJs (sacroiliac joints). Then there is a third joint at the front, with a wedge of cartilage within …
The SIJ or sacroiliac joint is a large joint at the back of the pelvis, where the base of the spine (sacrum) meets a specific part of the pelvis (ilium). It is a very stable joint, but can be a case of lower back pain. Sometimes an SIJ problem is mistaken for sciatica, as it …
In almost every full-term pregnancy, the muscles of the abdomen will need to separate to make room for the growing bump. As you recover after birth, they should come back together, but if there is a significant gap more than 6 weeks later (as is the case for around 60% of people), you might have …
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Pregnancy places huge demands on the body, and can lead to a number of musculoskeletal symptoms that Beverley may be able to help with. Lower Back Pain One of the most common complaints her pregnant patients bring to the clinic is lower back pain. There are a number of reasons that the lower back becomes …