by Fiona Palmer | Mar 7, 2026 | Pelvic Floor Health, Scar Therapy, Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage
C-Section Recovery: Why Scar Care, Breathing and Gentle Movement Matter A caesarean birth is one of the most common surgical procedures in the world. In England, NHS maternity statistics show that around 1 in 3 babies are now born by caesarean section, whether planned...
by Fiona Palmer | Mar 6, 2026 | Breast Cancer, Cancer Rehabilitation, Pelvic Health, Scar Tissue, Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage
One of the most common questions people ask after cancer treatment is: “Why does my swelling come and go?” You might notice that some days everything feels normal, and on other days a limb feels heavier, tighter or slightly swollen. This can feel confusing and...
by Fiona Palmer | Mar 3, 2026 | Cancer Rehabilitation, Misc, Pilates
Physical activity type, variety, and the quiet science of living longer We’ve all heard: “Just move more.” And that is still true. But newer research looking at physical activity types, variety, and mortality suggests something more layered: The type of movement you...
by Fiona Palmer | Mar 2, 2026 | Cancer Rehabilitation, Misc, Scar Tissue, Vodder Manual Lymphatic Drainage
“My leg is still swollen after a flight… is it just travel, or something else?” I was asked a really common question at 5K Your Way: “I’ve been on holiday (Norway), did loads of walking, and now my leg is still swollen… weeks later. Is it just that I overdid it?” And...