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By Billy Gilhooley , Physiotherapist — Specific Physiotherapy Preston There’s a particular type of pain I see in the clinic that’s often misunderstood. Someone comes in saying they get a sharp twinge or weakness when they try to unscrew the cap of a coffee jar, or that their hand feels claw-like when they write or grip. Sometimes it’s a dull ache near the base of the thumb, other times it feels like a deep stiffness through the outside of the elbow. Most people — and honestly

Patients often ask me: “Billy, should I get a deep tissue massage or a relaxation massage?”  Off the bat, both treatments might seem...

Shoulder pain can disrupt daily life. A dull ache when reaching overhead or a sharp catch when putting on a jacket can affect sleep,...

Neck pain is one of those things most of us experience at some point — whether it’s a dull stiffness after a long day at the desk, a...

Billy Gilhooley Physiotherapist performing joint adjustment for tendon relief on patient’s knee in modern clinic.

At Specific Physiotherapy Preston , led by Billy Gilhooley , we frequently encounter patients experiencing headaches linked to jaw...

If you’ve ever been told “it’s all in your head” or “you’ll just have to live with it,” then you’re not alone. Chronic pain can feel...

Billy Gilhooley explains why treating the root cause of pain leads to faster, longer-lasting relief — with real examples from his Preston physio clinic.

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