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Beat the chill: why movement matters for your joints in cold weather
With Christmas fast approaching and temperatures continuing to fall, people with joint issues should take extra care. Cold weather can worsen pain and stiffness, making the winter months especially challenging. We spoke to an expert to find out why this happens - and how you can protect your joints and stay healthy when Jack Frost comes calling.
Could you benefit from music therapy?
Whether you're blasting Kate Bush, or shredding along to Metallica (Stranger Things fans, unite!), the right tune can turn even the most Upside Down day right-side up. Music therapy is the clinical practice that uses the power of music to help you explore your innermost thoughts and feelings. Not only can this treatment help people struggling with mental wellbeing - it has been shown to positively affect people with physical illnesses, disabilities, and a wide range of long-term conditions.
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