Medical Disclaimer
The information provided on this website is intended for general information and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace a medical consultation and should not be regarded as individual medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Information about medical conditions, investigations, surgical and non-surgical treatments, rehabilitation and expected outcomes is provided as a general guide. Every patient is different, and the most appropriate treatment will depend on individual circumstances, including your symptoms, diagnosis, medical history, examination findings and investigations.
Exercise and rehabilitation information
Any exercises, rehabilitation programmes or physical activity recommendations described on this website are provided for general educational purposes only. They may not be appropriate for every person or medical condition.
Before starting a new exercise or rehabilitation programme, particularly if you have an injury or medical condition, have recently undergone surgery, or are uncertain whether exercise is appropriate for you, seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
Stop exercising if it causes significant or unexpected pain, marked swelling, dizziness, chest pain, unusual shortness of breath, weakness, loss of function or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical advice if you develop symptoms that concern you.
Medical advice and emergencies
Do not use information on this website to diagnose a medical condition or decide whether you require medical or surgical treatment. Do not use it as a reason to delay seeking professional medical advice.
If you are concerned about your symptoms or health, contact your GP or another appropriately qualified healthcare professional. In England, you can also contact NHS 111 for urgent medical advice.
Accuracy of information
Every reasonable effort is made to ensure that the medical information on this website is accurate, balanced and based on appropriate evidence and guidance at the time of publication or review. However, medical knowledge, clinical guidelines and treatment options change over time.
The information on this website therefore cannot be guaranteed to be complete or applicable to every individual circumstance.
External links
This website may contain links to external websites or resources for additional information. These links are provided for convenience and do not necessarily constitute endorsement of all information, products or services provided by those websites.
No doctor, patient relationship
Accessing or using information on this website does not establish a doctor–patient relationship. A doctor–patient relationship is established only through an appropriate clinical consultation and agreement to provide care.