Why we must Exercise?
How does exercise help us? There is an old saying that blood pressure is a silent killer. Is no exercise also a silent killer? The World Health Organisation highlights that physical inactivity is the fourth biggest risk factor to adulthood death. The latest research shows when it comes to heart disease, a sedentary life is as huge risk factor as …
Backcare Awareness
Backcare Awareness week starts next week and this year the aim is to raise awareness in back pain in older adults. Back pain increases as we age, with low back pain (LBP) being the most common symptom of pain and disability in adults aged 65 and above, and one of the most common reasons for visits to their GP. People …
Osteopathy & Sporting Injuries
Osteopathy clinics are now seeing more sporting injuries than ever before. And not surprisingly sporting professionals are seeking the help of osteopaths around the globe. Osteopaths are being requested to address all manner of sporting injuries for individuals and teams. The England football team took their own osteopath with them to the World Cup this year.Osteopaths have also beeb seen …
Sing your pain away
Start singing this weekend & you could sing your pain away It might sound unlikely, but singing can help to reduce pain. Chronic pain is estimated to affect around 14 million people of all ages in England. For some, this impacts greatly on their quality of life causing emotional, psychological and behavioural changes. Many people who suffer with chronic pain also …
4 common running injuries
Running is one of the most popular forms of fitness, with Spring upon us and this weekend seeing the London Marathon it is the mostly likely time to see running injuries for both amateurs and professionals alike. Despite the risk factors, running has many positive aspects and is a great way to get fit. Running: Improves circulatory & cardio-vascular fitness …
What is sciatica?
Sciatica generally presents itself as symptomatic pain which radiates from the lower back, into the buttock and down the back of the thigh which causes great discomfort, weakness and often numbness or tingling that can extend right down to the feet and toes. The pain can be sharp and debilitating and can increase when seated. It usually appears on just …
Happy Feet
At a time when we are all obsessing about mindfulness and quietening our minds, we are in danger of neglecting the very area that supports us physically and roots us to the ground. Our feet. Toe the line We rely on them for all our activities whether we are an athlete or just popping to the shops. We need to …
Is Physiotherapy or Osteopathy the right treatment path for you?
At this time of year we are often running on empty after a busy year juggling work, family and other commitments. We are prone to more illnesses and accept when the colds and flu season comes by, like an uninvited guest, making their annual visit. Along with the darker nights and colder days our bodies start to feel the niggles …
Plantar Fascitis
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain and is common in peopled aged 40-60. Those that are affected are generally people who are required to stand for long periods of time, walk or run on hard surfaces, either through sport or occupation and for the overweight. What causes it? Not stretching out your calf muscles …
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