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The Importance of Exercise During Lockdown & Beyond

Sport and Exercise Medicine Consultant, Dr Mike Burdon, explains why regular exercise is even more crucial to health & wellbeing during lockdown.

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Calcium and Vitamin D: Implications for Social Distancing 

Although current restrictions make it more difficult to access the outdoors for our daily dose of Vitamin D, our Medical Director & Consultant Rheumatologist gives some advice on ways we can still achieve this.

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Covid-19 and Arthritis

Dr John Etherington, Medical Director & Consultant Rheumatologist, explores the links between the Covid-19 symptoms of joint and muscle pain, and the risk for those with Arthritis.

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Medical and Injury Considerations for Swimming

Injuries can occur in any sport or activity, generally however, they occur less frequently in Swimming than with other sports. Dr Michael Burdon explains the health benefits of swimming as well as the potential risks faced by elite swimmers.

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Rheumatology with Dr John Etherington CBE

Our Medical Director discusses our Rheumatology service, available at both our Moorgate and Canary Wharf Clinic.

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Common Causes of Shoulder Pain

There can be many causes of shoulder pain, Physiotherapist Clare Silvester explores the most common complaints we see in clinic and discusses which disciplines can help with the recovery process.

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What is Relative Energy Deficiency (REDs)?

Having enough energy to perform the tasks and sports we ask of our bodies is crucial for achieving our goals and day-to-day activities. But what happens when we don’t fuel our bodies with what they need? Dr Farrah Jawad explains.

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Managing Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common complaints we see at Pure Sports Medicine so experts: Medical Director John Etherington and Physiotherapist Erin Lahay offer their advice on back pain, what to look for and what to do if you do experience it.