Dr Katharina Gruboeck

While short-term release of cortisol is good; persistent, long-term release can have a detrimental effect on your health.

If you're active, but not consuming enough energy through food, you could be at risk of RED-S. Find out how we can help.

Whether you’re concerned about potential pain or you feel self-conscious, we can help.

Discover how shin stress fractures in runners are caused, plus symptoms and treatment at our hospital.

Find out the difference between shin splints and stress fractures of the tibia (shin), how to tell if you have these conditions and how we can help.

A good night’s sleep – between seven and nine hours for most adults - is essential for our physical and mental wellbeing. Our guide can help.

At Benenden Hospital, we believe the first step to taking care of your health is to get any health concerns you may have checked as soon as possible. No matter how minor a problem you think it is, your health is a priority, and it could help to prevent a larger health issue from developing.

At some point in our lives, we may have experienced stress to the point that we have been unable to cope. There are many different situations or life events that cause stress.

Relaxation can be helpful in looking after your wellbeing when you’re stressed, busy or worried. Relaxation techniques and exercises can also assist the body’s recovery, whether that be after a stressful situation or equally in between high levels of exercise. Working hard, pushing ourselves and worrying periods are normal factors of life so it’s equally important to balance these out with relaxation and recovery.

Support from your employer for your mental health is crucial. Read our guide to ensuring that your workplace is cultivating a safe environment.