Back pain is among one of the most commonly cited health problems, with nonspecific back pain taking the lead. Perhaps you recognise these complaints. Characteristically, they lack a clearly identifiable physical cause. These complaints are often unfairly considered minor. In this blog, we delve deeper into this topic and highlight why it is crucial...
A hernia can be quite painful. Hernias can occur in different parts of your body. The lower back and neck are most commonly affected. Fortunately, physiotherapy offers a good solution. If you think you have a herniated disc, don't linger too long with it. In general, the earlier you...
High blood pressure: we all know it is bad for us, but no one really seems to know exactly what it does in our bodies and what the symptoms are. High blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack, as well as stroke (CVA). As physiotherapists, we still too often see patients who...
Do you enjoy walking, but do you regularly get back pain while hiking? That can spoil the fun of hiking considerably. Fortunately, these complaints are often easy to solve. In this blog, we would like to share with you six tips to prevent back pain while hiking. But first the advantages of hiking on...
Recent research has shown that the Netherlands is a leader in the treatment of Claudication Intermittens, or leg ulcers. Both nationally and internationally, it is advised not to operate, but to first undergo six months of specialised walking therapy with the physiotherapist. The physiotherapists at FriskFysio also specialise in treating etalage legs. Wondering what the condition entails...
Does your day always start with pain and stiffness in the joints? Then you may just have osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a common joint disorder that unfortunately does not go away. But of course, that doesn't mean we can't help you with the stiffness and pain! Physiotherapy FriskFysio is happy to help you manage your symptoms,...
On the last day of February, RSI, or Repetitive Strain Injury, is given a moment's thought worldwide. As this day is usually 28 February but sometimes 29 February, this is the only 'non-repetitive' day of the year. So an ideal day to raise our awareness around this condition. We at FriskFysio feel it is important...
It is January and the days are dark and short again. There is little sunlight outside and you stay nice and warm inside. For many people, however, this means that the body cannot produce enough vitamin D. In fact, during the winter period, almost 60% of the Dutch have a vitamin D deficiency. In the elderly, this is...
On the last day of February, RSI, or Repetitive Strain Injury, is given a moment's thought worldwide. As this day is usually 28 February but sometimes 29 February, this is the only 'non-repetitive' day of the year. So an ideal day to raise our awareness around this condition. We at FriskFysio feel it is important...
Every year we make new resolutions, such as quitting smoking, cutting down on sweets or exercising more. Unfortunately, most resolutions are given up halfway through January because they are not very realistic. That is why we have set 6 resolutions for you that are achievable, so that you will still be a bit fitter and...