Shoulder Pain Throwing: A Common Injury in Cricketers
Shoulder Pain Throwing: A Common Injury in Cricketers Cricket: A Global Spectacle Cricket, a sport that originated in England during the 16th century, has evolved into a global spectacle, drawing billions of fans worldwide. It’s a game characterized by its rich heritage, strategic complexity, and intense competition. Now an integral part of the international sports…
The Female Athlete – How the Menstrual Cycle Affects Injury Risk
The Female Athlete Why has there been an increase in serious injuries amongst elite female athletes? The recent Women’s Football World Cup and the Netball World Cup have not only been landmark events in women’s sports, showcasing immense talent and fierce competition, but they have also served to highlight an alarming trend – the rise…
Personal Training in Hitchin
PERSONAL TRAINING (HITCHIN) TRANSFORM YOUR BODY, TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE AND UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE WITH PERSONAL TRAINING AND STRENGTH & CONDITIONING IN HITCHIN At The Carter & George Practice, we take a comprehensive approach to your overall health, wellbeing, and mobility. We firmly believe that personal training and clinical strength and conditioning training are essential…
Heart Rate Training Zones for Weight Loss
Heart Rate Training Zones for Weight Loss: The Most Accurate Way of Designing an Effective, Data-Led Exercise Programme Losing weight is a common struggle for many people, and finding an effective exercise program can be overwhelming. However, there is a proven exercise method to help you lose weight that is accurate and data-driven: heart rate…
Footscan and Gait Analysis
Footscan and Gait Analysis What is Gait Analysis? Gait analysis is an assessment of a person’s walking pattern or gait cycle. It involves observing, measuring, motion capture and recording the way a person walks in order to identify any abnormalities or problems with their gait. This type of analysis can be used to diagnose issues…
Everything you need to know about Facet Joint Pain
Everything you need to know about Facet Joints and Facet Joint Syndrome A common cause of back pain and neck pain is a condition called facet joint syndrome. Facet joints are located on either side of the vertebrae and help guide movement. When these joints become injured, inflamed, or degenerated due to age, it can…
COVID-19 and Football
COVID-19 and Football Injuries The coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on the world of sports and sports related injuries. With leagues and tournaments suspended or postponed, teams have had to grapple with unexpected disruptions to their training regimens and match schedules. As a result, players have been left struggling to maintain…
Physiotherapy – An Overview
What is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is a health profession that uses physical methods such as exercise, massage, hydrotherapy and manipulation to treat people suffering from conditions affecting their movement and causing pain. Physiotherapists aim to help manage pain, improve mobility, restore functional ability and prevent future injury or disability. They may provide treatment in hospital, clinic…
Carter & George – Sports Injury Specialists
Who are The Carter & George Practice? Our co-founders, Jamie George and Rhys Carter, established The Carter & George Practice with the vision of making elite medical treatments (usually reserved for high-level athletes) accessible to everyone. The synergy of Rhys’ professional and experienced physiotherapy background, with Jamie’s unique understanding as a professional rugby player, allows…
What is a Sports Physiotherapist?
What is a Sports Physiotherapist or Sports Therapist? A sports physiotherapist is a medical professional who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries. They use physical techniques such as massage, heat/cold therapy, electrotherapy, dry needling, exercise programs and instructions on stretching/strengthening to help patients recover from sports-related injuries. In addition to aiding…
Athlete Confidentiality – Sports Injuries
Professional Athlete Injury Confidentiality Should professional sports people should have the right to confidentiality and privacy regarding their injury status? Or should injury information be public? It’s hard to say as there is no one-size-fits-all answer. However, it is important to consider the potential implications of each approach and ensure that any decision made takes…
Injury Screening
What is injury screening? Injury screening is a proactive approach taken by a physiotherapist to identify potential injuries before they become severe. It typically includes a comprehensive physical exam that can detect any underlying conditions or activities that may lead to an injury, as well as preventive measures such as physiotherapy treatment (including manual therapy…
Running Injuries
Running Injuries Are you a keen runner, or are you inspired after the London Marathon? All our physio clinics (including our newest practice in Hitchin, Hertfordshire!) have seen an uplift in running injuries in the past 3 weeks. Make sure you read this to stay injury-free this summer! Running injuries occur when the body is…
Lower Back Pain Treatment in Hitchin
Introduction to Lower Back Pain Lower back pain is a common condition that affects many people. It can range from a dull, constant ache to a sharp, stabbing sensation and can be caused by several factors including strain from lifting or bending, poor posture, degenerative disc disease and even stress. Physiotherapy is an effective way…
Orthopaedic Surgery in Lithuania
Hip and Knee Replacement in Lithuania Orthopaedic Surgery Getting surgical care in the UK can be a long and frustrating process, with waiting lists for hip and knee replacements often stretching into months. According to recent statistics from Hertfordshire, people may have to wait up to 3 years for hip replacement surgery and 2 years…
Bracing for Knees and Ankles
Bracing – Enovis Fitting Centre As a trailblazer in the realm of athletic support, Envois (formerly Donjoy) delivers top-notch, inventive braces for a myriad of sports, catering to a wide array of injury types. Their cutting-edge research stands as the backbone to their global reputation for excellence. Enovis are the brace of choice of most…
Personal Training in Hitchin
Personal Training Hitchin Our new clinic in Hitchin is now open! Are you looking for a safe and inviting place to focus on losing weight or beginning an exercise routine? Do you want to get fit, lose weight or get stronger, but feel overwhelmed by the thought of going to the gym or trying new…
Sports Physiotherapy in Hitchin
Sports Physio in Hitchin Our physiotherapy clinic in Hitchin is now open! Sports physiotherapy is a great way to improve sports performance and speed up recovery time. It can help amateur and professional athletes maintain optimal health, prevent sports-related injuries, and recover quickly after sports-related injuries have occurred. Our sports physiotherapists in Hitchin offer personalised…
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries How to relieve pain and return to activity: Nobody likes being injured. Sports injuries can be a frustrating setback for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting out, the pain and discomfort of sports injury can have a significant impact on your daily…
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic in Hitchin, Hertfordshire!
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic in Hitchin, Hertfordshire! Who are we? The Carter & George Practice is a physiotherapy clinic, co-founded by Jamie George, an England rugby pro, and Rhys Carter, an experienced physiotherapist. The practice aims to make top-notch physio treatment accessible to everyone. Our state-of-the-art environment provides…