You tell yourself it is just a tweak. A tight calf after a run, a sore shoulder after the gym, a hamstring that “nearly” pulled during weekend sport. Then weeks pass, training feels off, and suddenly your body is negotiating…
Ever had that sudden chest pain that makes you think you’ve been cast in a hospital soap? Just as you brace for the dramatic close-up, it turns out your ribs are simply sulking. That over-the-top ache could be costochondritis, and…
Back again with back pain? You’re not alone - low back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit an osteopath. But not all back pain is created equal. There are several different causes and understanding what’s going…
It’s no fun when your shoulder decides to take an unexpected holiday from its socket. Shoulder dislocations are not only painful — they can lead to long-term instability, soft tissue damage, and a frustrating loss of mobility. Whether it happened…
If your knee’s been giving you grief and you’ve been told a replacement is on the cards, it’s natural to feel a mix of relief and apprehension. But before you rush to upgrade to the latest model, it’s worth…
There is no absolute right or wrong way in the way that you sit. Your body is designed to adapt in many different positions and even rigid guidelines are not to be followed to a T. If you follow…
It’s miserable when your joints ache. It’s worse when they’re stiff and everyday movement hurts. Often, gentle exercise has everything feeling right again. But sometimes it doesn’t. If that’s the case, it might be time to call the osteopath. You’ve got…
In this blog we’ve compiled the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions we get asked as osteopaths. Keep on reading to learn all about us, what we do and how we can help you and your family.
Where did you study, and what did you do your Masters degree on? I completed my Masters in Osteopathy at the British College of Osteopathic Medicine in London. My research focused on how a neuromuscular inhibition/ischaemic compression technique affected pain…