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Short pieces on massage, physiotherapy and recovery, written by our team. Quality over volume.
11 October 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 5 min read
Neck Disc Pain: What Helps, What to Avoid and When to See a Doctor
A physiotherapist's guide to cervical disc pain: why most cases settle, what you can do at home, what tends to make it worse, the warning signs that need a doctor, and how physio fits in.
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11 October 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 5 min read
Knee Osteoarthritis: Exercises, Creams and Injections, Explained Honestly
Exercise is first-line treatment for knee osteoarthritis in every major guideline. A physiotherapist explains what to do at home, what creams and injections can and cannot do, and when to see a doctor.
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11 October 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 4 min read
Neck and Shoulder Tension from Desk Work and Driving: Practical Habits That Help
Long office days and longer drives load the neck and upper shoulders. A physiotherapist on what actually helps, why perfect posture is not the answer, and when massage or physio is worth booking.
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11 October 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 4 min read
Padel Shoulder and Elbow Pain in Doha: Causes, Load and When to Get Assessed
Padel has taken off in Doha, and so have sore shoulders and elbows. A physiotherapist on why they happen, how to manage your playing load, and the signs that need an assessment.
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11 October 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 4 min read
Dry Needling: What It Is, How It Differs from Acupuncture and What It Feels Like
A physiotherapist explains dry needling in plain language: what the evidence says, how it differs from acupuncture, what a session feels like, and who should avoid it or check first.
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26 July 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 6 min read
Bringing Elite Sport Rehab Standards to MVP Physio: Inside Our Latest JOSPT Publication
Our co-founder Dermot Simpson led the development of The Aspetar Hamstring Injury Rehabilitation Pathway, published in JOSPT Open. Here is what the paper says, and how the same standards shape rehab at MVP.
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28 April 2026 · Dermot Simpson · 6 min read
Sports Massage vs Deep Tissue - Which One Should You Book?
A physiotherapist’s honest answer to the question we hear most. The two are not the same; the right one depends on what your body is doing this week.
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