England has recently secured its place at the FIFA Men’s Football World Cup and will be facing Senegal on Sunday. As knockout stage momentum builds up, Consultant Cardiologist Dr Manav Sohal discusses the effects of elite-level football training on the heart and the benefits of a more recreational approach.

New Victoria Hospital is delighted to announce the sponsorship in support of the Minis section of Teddington Rugby FC over the next three years.

This opportunity contributes to providing the necessary equipment, kit and training to children, as well as a season of regular festival fixtures and friendlies around Middlesex, London and Surrey.

The Rugby League World Cup promises to be a fantastic spectacle, including men’s and women’s games as well as matches for physically disabled players. As you would expect, rugby is an extremely high energy and high impact sport, with a risk of injury to all parts of the body, particularly the shoulder.

Women’s football has become one of the fastest growing sports across professional, semi-professional, and grassroots levels during recent years. Following on from the Lionesses historic win, it is expected that women’s football will continue to grow. If you’re a keen footie fan or player, you’re probably aware of the presence of a Physiotherapist on the pitch side-lines.

This  Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we will be launching a campaign in support of Breast Cancer Now. As part of the campaign, we will be holding on-site educational activities and free patient events where Breast specialists will speak about different aspects of breast cancer, from prevention to surgery options.

Summer is a time to wind down, go on holiday, and relax with family and friends. During the summer months you don’t count calories or worry about your exercise regime as much. But with September around the corner you might be thinking about getting back on track. Perhaps start a diet, go back to the gym and make sure your health is in check.

We are pleased to announce that we will be expanding our One-Stop Breast Clinics from Monday 8th August with dedicated consultation rooms, additional equipment and cutting-edge technology. With many women left with delayed access to breast health services during the past couple of years, patients are now able to book an appointment daily for rapid access to results and specialist care.

Evidence of massage therapy dates back to ancient China, 2700 BC.  The numerous health benefits of massage makes it one of the most popular luxuries and is enjoyed by millions of people all over the world. Here, Mario Moreno, our highly experienced massage therapist explains how a massage can help you not only to recover from all of your various aches and pains and maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle, but also how a massage can benefit you following surgery.