Lisa Bywaters

Lisa Bywaters

Just keep walkingJust keep walking

Just keep walking

Is there anything better than pulling on your comfy trainers and heading outdoors for a walk? With the first breath…

3 years ago
Five tips for healthy handsFive tips for healthy hands

Five tips for healthy hands

Written by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT(USA) It's…

3 years ago
Baker’s cyst – nothing to do with baked goodsBaker’s cyst – nothing to do with baked goods

Baker’s cyst – nothing to do with baked goods

Although it sounds like it, a Baker’s cyst isn’t named after an occupation like housemaid’s knee (prepatellar bursitis), policeman’s heel…

3 years ago
Can a hand therapist help you?Can a hand therapist help you?

Can a hand therapist help you?

Written by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT(USA) A…

3 years ago
Therein lies the rub… topical pain relieversTherein lies the rub… topical pain relievers

Therein lies the rub… topical pain relievers

Creams, sprays, liniments, ointments, patches, rubs & gels If you open most medicine cabinets or bathroom cupboards, you’ll more than likely…

3 years ago
Embracing happinessEmbracing happiness

Embracing happiness

COVID numbers are up and masks are back. The stupid virus and its many variants just keep on giving 😥.…

3 years ago
Self-care tipsSelf-care tips

Self-care tips

Looking for ways to put more ‘care’ into your self-care game? We’ve got 21 tips to help you! 1. There’s…

3 years ago
Low-impact cardio exercises to get you movingLow-impact cardio exercises to get you moving

Low-impact cardio exercises to get you moving

Pilates, yoga, and tai chi How’s your exercise routine going? Are you doing the amount of activity recommended in the…

3 years ago
10 tips for protecting your hands and arms when cycling10 tips for protecting your hands and arms when cycling

10 tips for protecting your hands and arms when cycling

Guest blog by hand therapist Catherine Reid, B.App. Sci, (OT), M.Sci (H&UL rehab), MAHTA (As awarded by the AHTA), CHT…

3 years ago
Want to make healthy changes in your life? Start small.Want to make healthy changes in your life? Start small.

Want to make healthy changes in your life? Start small.

January 1, the traditional date many of us resolve to make healthy changes in our lives, has come and gone.…

3 years ago