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In-depth articles by our therapists on physiotherapy, rehabilitation and health.

Manual Therapy

6 min read•21 June 2026

Manual therapy in Eupen: restoring movement, not « putting things back »

« We'll put it back in place » — what if that's wrong? Manual therapy realigns nothing; it eases pain and gets you moving. The evidence-based picture, at our physio clinic in Eupen.

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Therapy & Technology 6 min read

Smartwatch and Pain — What Your Watch Can Really Do for You

Can your Apple Watch or Garmin help with chronic pain? Science says yes — but not how you think. Learn how to properly use your smartwatch data.

Smartwatch Chronic Pain Movement

23 May 2026Read article

Manual Therapy 6 min read

Moving with Pain — How to Find the Right Dose

Should you stop at the slightest pain or keep moving? Science has decided: it's all about the dose. Discover the 24-hour rule and the traffic light system to get active again with confidence.

Chronic pain Physical activity Low back pain

7 May 2026Read article

Manual Therapy 4 min read

Does sitting really damage your back? What the science says in 2026

"Sitting is the new smoking." A scary phrase — but is it true? Science exonerates the office chair: the problem isn't the seat, it's prolonged immobility. The EBP analysis from Praxis Loten.

Low back pain Sitting Sedentary

3 May 2026Read article

Neck pain 6 min read

Neck pain — why your neck hurts and how to regain mobility in Eupen

That persistent stiffness at the base of the skull or between the shoulder blades? Modern science brings reassuring news: your neck is strong, resilient and adaptable. We explain why pain doesn't equal damage and how to rebuild trust in your movement.

Neck Manual Therapy Mobility

3 May 2026Read article

Manual Therapy 5 min read

Back pain — when does manual therapy help?

Back pain is the leading cause of work disability worldwide. But not every pain responds to the same treatment. We explain when manual therapy is the right choice and what you can expect from treatment.

Back pain Manual Therapy IFOMPT

15 November 2024Read article

Sports Physio 7 min read

Running without pain — 5 injury prevention tips

One in two runners gets injured at least once a year. The good news: most running injuries are preventable. Thom Petit, our sports physiotherapist and Running Clinic specialist, shares his 5 essential prevention tips.

Running Sport Injury Prevention

3 October 2024Read article

Lymphatic Drainage 4 min read

Manual lymphatic drainage — for whom and when?

Lymphatic drainage is much more than a relaxing massage. It is a medically recognised technique for treating oedema and lymphoedema. Fabienne Dormann explains which patients benefit most.

Lymphatic Drainage Oedema Post-op

10 September 2024Read article

TMJ / Jaw 6 min read

Jaw joint pain (TMD) — recognise and treat the symptoms

Headaches, dizziness, jaw pain or clicking when opening — all of these can be signs of temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD). Fabienne Dormann, our TMJ specialist, explains.

TMD TMJ Jaw

20 August 2024Read article

Osteopathy 5 min read

Osteopathy vs. physiotherapy — what is the difference?

What exactly is the difference between physiotherapy and osteopathy? Félix Esser, trained in both disciplines, explains how the two approaches complement each other.

Osteopathy Physiotherapy Difference

5 July 2024Read article

Sports Physio 6 min read

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training — a revolution in rehabilitation

BFR training enables significant muscle gains at very low loads (20–30% of maximum). Particularly valuable in early post-operative rehabilitation. Thom Petit explains the science and its application at Praxis Loten.

BFR Sport Rehabilitation

18 June 2024Read article