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Setbacks in pain can be very distressing and frustrating for most people, but is very normal when you experience chronic pain. Many factors can contribute to an increase in pain, due to activation of a sensitized nervous system, without there being any injury / damage to the tissues. It is important to be aware of these factors and to be able to recognize them. Read more...

Shoulder exercises are as effective as shoulder surgery and injections, and are less expensive and unlikely to generate negative side effects. They also offer the general health benefits of exercise. Read more...

How can you set-up your workstation optimally, without having to replace all your furniture? There is actually a lot you can do to improve your set-up and make what you have available work for you optimally. Read more...

Our bodies can maintain a position for about 20-30 minutes, then the muscles start to fatigue and start to build up tension and lactic acid. To prevent this tension from building up and escalating towards the end of the day, it is important to move every 20-30 minutes. Read more...

Sleep deprivation has been linked to increased rates of pain, obesity, depression and other health-related disorders. Sleep is the foundation of physical energy and has a huge effect on your general well being, including your immune system and emotional health. Read more...

There is good evidence for the benefits of Graded Exercise Therapy (GET). The 2007 National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines recommend GET as one of the most effective therapies Read more...

How to make your knowledge of the Protectometer work for you Read more...

Pain is a powerful protective system of the body. Read more...