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We are Hiring, Sports Therapist/Physiotherapist
Job description Background and who we are Moore Performance Limited (MPL) is an established and highly respected family run sports injury company. We currently have clinics in St Ives, Godmanchester and Cambridge. We are passionate about excellent customer...
read moreWhat is Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM)?
You may have come across Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) in your appointments, or through online research, but you’re not quite sure what it is or how it works. IASTM is a revolutionary technique that allows manipulation of the soft tissues...
read moreHow long does it take to heal a sprained ankle?
One of the most common injuries we see on a consistent basis is sprained ankles. It’s easily done and sometimes cannot be helped! Whether it's a minor twist or a severe strain, a sprained ankle can disrupt your daily routine and limit your mobility. From running...
read moreWhy is Sleep Important for Athletic Performance?
You don’t need us to tell you how important your sleep is. We’ve discussed before why sleep is an essential component to support your health and wellbeing – whether its physical development, mental and cognitive development or emotional regulation. Is it any different...
read moreWhat to Expect From Your First Sports Massage?
There’s a common myth that you need to be an athlete to get a sports massage. This is not true, despite the term ‘sports massage’. Getting your first sports massage can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what to expect. Attending any appointment for the first...
read moreHow to Use a Foam Roller Effectively
Foam rolling – you see fitness gurus doing it, but is it worth the hype? What is it? Foam rolling is a type of self-massage that you can do at home. The foam roller comes in many sizes, shapes and divets to help alleviate tightness in your body. Many people use...
read moreHow to Reduce Stiffness in Your Muscles
Stiffness is often the result of muscle soreness. It’s often described as an achy, tender sensation in the muscle and surrounding area. This stiffness (also known as delayed-onset-muscle-soreness (DOMS for short)) may set in anywhere between a few hours and a few days...
read moreEasy at-home Exercises to Improve your Balance
Working on balance is many people’s goals, yet so many of us are not as balanced as we’d like to be. Improving your balance helps increase coordination of your body, aids in strength building and allows you to move with more freedom and stability. For many, improving...
read moreIs Physical Therapy Painful?
Physical therapy is one of the best choices a person can make when handling an injury or long-term pain. The aim is to make you stronger, more mobile and improve your quality of life. Many people are afraid to attend physical therapy for the fear of it will be...
read moreMyth Buster – Sports Massages are Only For Athletes
Sports massages are not just for athletes, despite its name. Compared to other massages, sports massages focus on your soft tissue and muscles to release tension and improve blood circulation around your body. Who Benefits from a Sports Massage? Although...
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