In February this year I was in the middle of a clear out in my garage. I was in the process of moving a heavy garden table and as a result I took a sharp pain in my left shoulder. Of course, the first thing that came to mind was ‘too many birthday’s’. I soldiered on hoping that the pain … Read More
Patricia Morrison – I returned to my former mobility
I fell backwards onto my shoulder and it was very painful. I had difficulty moving my shoulder and doing normal day to day activities. I was of the opinion that ‘it would be better in the morning’ so was in no rush to seek professional help. Painkillers made no difference to the level of pain. My son recommended Causeway Physio. … Read More
Victor Bow – Happy to be washing the car again!
Victor Bow – Neck Pain and Rotator Cuff Trouble I’m retired a couple years from owning a Bed & Breakfast in Portrush. In and around that time I was getting a pain around my right shoulder. It started off with pain around the shoulder then the pain spread down the arm towards the elbow, around the back of my neck. … Read More
Allison – Tension Headache and Migraine
Before coming to Causeway Physio & Pilates I would suffer with frequent headaches and occasional migraines. When I had a particularly bad headache painkillers really didn’t make any difference – and these headaches could last for a couple of days. With the migraines my vision was affected and I didn’t feel safe to drive or work. I initially came into … Read More
Liz – Touching her toes again!
I am a 59 year old care worker from Articlave. I have gone through physio with Laura after having had back pain and sciatica for 6 weeks and regular pain meds. Before my sciatica started I had a 20 year history of ongoing back pain. I always said I suffered from nurse’s sore back, I honestly feel this is how … Read More
Heather – Shoulder Pain Conquered!
I was struggling with neck and shoulder pain that just seemed to slowly deteriorate over a few months. I eventually had to stop playing tennis and was struggling with golf. Even brushing my hair became painful. I was starting to resign myself to the fact that this may be something I was just going to have to live with. I … Read More
Gary Henderson – Knee Pain
My name is Gary Henderson, I am 52 years of age and I work in the Agriculture sector as a salesman. I have suffered from a sore right knee for a few years, cause by twisting it whilst running over rough ground. I felt that time and some rest would sort it but unfortunately it didn’t. Gradually my knee became … Read More
Gail Taylor – Roll on the next 30km walk!
I have always been quite active, enjoying long walks and regular exercise classes. Over the last six months I have been suffering from a hip problem, with my normal activities causing me a lot of pain. I had originally tried a different physio and after 3 exercises I felt that I wasn’t really making progress so I decided on the … Read More
Anita – My Story
I am a teacher in Ballymena and like to be fairly active outside of work. Due to the nature of my work I spend most of the day on my feet. Years ago I tried running several times and always experienced painful knees afterwards, sometimes with some popping noises. I started going to the gym in school and one day … Read More