The Walnut Grove Blog

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23rd July, 2026

Are supplements a waste of money?

By Ruth Seymour

Now the truthful answer – if a little frustrating – is “it depends”. In my clinic I use targeted supplementation with many clients to correct sub-optimal levels of nutrients and...

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25th June, 2026

Men Have Hormones Too

By Ruth Seymour

As we near the end of Men’s Health Week, I want to talk about the impact of hormones on male health. In my experience, men do not spend half as...

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25th June, 2026

How Shockwave Therapy Kick-Starts Stubborn Tendon Repair

By Steve Harper

If you’ve been dealing with a nagging tendon problem that just won’t go away, you’re definitely not alone. At Walnut Grove Clinic, we regularly see people who’ve been struggling for...

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21st May, 2026

Less Inflammation, Less Pain: Why your GUT might be running the show

By Ruth Seymour

Most people think pain is purely structural. Bad back? Must be an injury. Achy joints? Probably “wear and tear.” Stiff and sore all the time? Maybe I’m just getting older....

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20th May, 2026

Toyohari Acupuncture – A gentle, precision-based approach to healing

By Kim Kakebe

Acupuncture is widely used to support a range of health concerns, from stress, pain and fatigue to digestive, hormonal and long-standing conditions. While many people are curious about acupuncture, some...

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23rd April, 2026

Step into Spring

By Candy Minshall

As winter fades and days grow longer, spring offers the perfect moment for seniors in our community to refresh routines and rediscover the joy of movement. Milder weather and blooming...

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23rd April, 2026

Show Up or Seize Up

By Tanya Hewitt

I can’t take credit for the wonderfully catchy phrase “show up or seize up.” One of our brilliant seated Pilates regulars said it during a chat about what keeps us...

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19th March, 2026

Understanding Shoulder and Arm Pain

By Anthony Albertini

Bicep tendonitis is a common source of shoulder and upper-arm discomfort and at Walnut Grove we see it frequently among people in the Portishead community. It can affect anyone from...

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19th February, 2026

Yoga for Physical and Mental Well-Being

By Tatiana Mirren

Yoga returns to Walnut Grove with this 5-week course, designed to improve the participants’ physical and mental well-being. Whether you are completely new to yoga, returning to your mat after...

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19th February, 2026

Why Regular Foot Care Matters More Than You Think

By Emma Phillips

When we think about wellness, we often focus on nutrition, movement and mental health, yet our feet are frequently overlooked. They carry us through life every day, absorbing pressure, supporting...

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22nd January, 2026

Why Pre-Op Rehab Matters

By Tom Riddell

Walnut Grove sports rehabilitator and massage therapist Tom Riddell explains the importance of building a better baseline before surgery. Surgery isn’t where recovery begins, it’s where it continues. Pre-operative rehabilitation,...

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17th December, 2025

Our Walnut Grove

By Kathryn Harper

As we wrap up 2025 and contemplate the year ahead, we just wanted to take a moment to say thank you. It’s been another busy, rewarding year here at Walnut...

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