THE KEY-OUR CENTER OF GRAVITY

In our everyday lifes we bend down, we carry things, we stand in queues, we sit in front of the computer...how aware are you of all these movements? Not too much?
We do things automatically,  but then, this is when you realise how important it is to have strong deep muscles which give stability to your spine (Transverse muscle), good range of movement of your joints (Thoracic spine, Sacroiliac joints, hips) to avoid hypomobility / stiffness, and as a result cause compensation or hypermobility of proximal areas (Lumbar spine).
Our center of gravity is localized around our Lumbar spine. Deep structures are in charge to maintain stability in order to allow a correct free controlled movement of our limbs.
There are many different ways to help you improve your body conscious: Postural treatment (Physiotherapy), Pilates, Functional training, Yoga, Alexander technique...
The time is NOW and is yours to feel the difference. ..to be "body conscious".
Alejandra Gassol Ashley-Dane.
www.healthfirststudio.com
Contact:
agassolashley@gmail.com

THE IMPORTANCE OF GASTROCNEMIUS-ACHILLES-FASCIA PLANTARIS

Calf muscle cramps, Achilles tendon tendinitis, painful Fascia Plantaris are such a common cause at a physios consultancy.
These symptoms are due to our foot biomechanics and also related to our physical activity. You have all heard about foot pronation / supination which condition how we walk and how our muscles-joints work.
High impact heal-floor sports such as tennis, running, football...summit these muscles to a great demand. Lack of elasticity and overuse can cause muscle tears, cramps, swelling, tightness and even rupture.
These three structures are connected by their insertions and Fascia, so a correct warm up before physical activity, and stretching at the end are crucial for avoiding injuries.
Looking after your diet (magnesium, potasium, calcium) and keeping hydrated during your physical activity is fundamental for your muscle metabolism. So take care today and no problems tomorrow!
Alex G.A-D.
www.healthfirststudio.com

Where is my constant headache, dizziness, tinitus, neckache...possibly coming from?

Apart from other important muscles, the Sternocleidomastoideus muscle is one we should always consider when treating craneocervical disorders. The weight of our head, craneocervical movements and superficial breathing are controlled and activated by this muscle.
The most common causes of Sternocleidomastoideus disfuntion are due to poor postures where the position of the head is forward (working at computer), trauma (whiplash), stress + anxiety (superficial breathing), breathing pathologies (asthma)...
Fortunately this muscle normally responds very well to treatment, and with postural exercises, stretching, breathing control and strengthening deep stability muscles you can avoid future problems / craneocervical pathology.
Alex G.A-D.
www.healthfirststudio.com

The Branches of Physiotherapy

THE BRANCHES OF PHYSIOTHERAPY
Who hasn't been to a physiotherapist for a good sports massage? But, do you really know in how many different ways physiotherapy can help you?
The musculoskeletal world is ours to dominate, but other many issues such as frequent headaches, dizziness,  jaw disfunction (clenching), breathing pathologies (Asthma), post mastectomy (lymphedema), venus insufficiency,  tingling/numbness in limbs, pre-post surgical conditions, neuromotor development, recurrent injuries...
So many unknown. ...but no more!!! Every Monday interesting physiotherapy facts just for you!!!
(Alex Gassol Ashley-Dane / www.healthfirststudio.com)