Back pain is a common issue that can make daily life difficult and frustrating. With so many treatment options out there, it can be hard to know which one is right for you. So why choose osteopathy? Osteopathy takes a whole-body approach, looking at how different parts of your body are connected and how they work together. By understanding this, we can help pinpoint the real cause of your discomfort, making it an excellent choice for treating back pain.Each person’s experience of back pain is ..read more

1. Muscle or Ligament StrainMuscle or ligament strain is one of the most common causes of back pain. It can occur from overexertion, such as heavy lifting, or from sudden, awkward movements that overstretch or tear the muscles. Poor posture over time also contributes to chronic back and spine pain, particularly when it leads to muscle imbalances. This type of back pain usually resolves quickly with  skilled osteopathic hands-on treatment and the right exercises. Please note, repeated back s ..read more

Osteopaths can play a significant role in helping children who are picky eaters by addressing underlying issues that affect their ability to enjoy a wider variety of foods. One common reason children may be selective with their food is that they find certain textures unpleasant or feel nauseous after eating. This can be a sign of an issue with the parasympathetic nerve supply to the gut, primarily managed by the vagus nerve. This can be irritated from a difficult birth or a head injury.  Os ..read more

Osteopathic treatment can be particularly beneficial for children experiencing balance problems, as it addresses underlying structural and functional imbalances that may contribute to these issues. It is always important to see your GP if you are concerned, however many balance issues can be improved with the right approaches to help your child.One key area of focus is the semicircular canals within the temporal bones, which play a vital role in maintaining equilibrium. These canals are part of ..read more

If you are one of the many people who suffer from headaches or migraines, you likely have found that over-the-counter medication and rest doesn’t always do the trick, nor does it get to the root cause of the issue. This is why many people are turning to acupuncture to help relieve their migraines and headaches. What is Acupuncture?Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese medicine-based approach to treating a variety of health conditions by triggering specific points on the skin with very fine ne ..read more

Headaches are a widespread issue, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. They vary widely in their causes, symptoms, and treatment approaches. Cranial osteopathy focuses on the manipulation of the skull and surrounding structures. Here are some examples of common forms of headaches and the mechanism of how cranial Osteopathy might help ..read more

Headaches are one of the most common health issues affecting people around the world.Types of HeadachesHeadaches can be categorized into two main types: primary and secondary headaches.Primary Headaches: These are the most common type of headaches, where the pain originates in the head itself. There are two main kinds of primary headaches:Tension-Type Headaches: These account for about 40% of all headache cases. The pain in this type of headache often comes from tightness in the muscles around t ..read more

Headaches can range from a mild nuisance to a debilitating condition that can seriously impact your quality of life. Whilst medication can provide some temporary relief, prolonged use can be potentially harmful to your health. Instead, having a deeper understanding of what might be causing your headaches can lead to more effective and sustainable solutions. Below are some simple yet effective ways to help manage your headaches, or avoid them altogether ..read more

What does an osteopath even do?We get it. Lots of people don’t really know exactly what we do. First of all, it doesn’t help that our name is a massive misnomer, a relic of the past where bony “alignment” was emphasised far more than what we know to be useful today.In medical terms, Osteo = bones. Path = disease. Therefore, osteopaths treat diseases of bones right? Well, wrong actually!Secondly, osteopaths seem to be associated with mainstream medical clinics, but also alternative therap ..read more

In our current adaptation to isolation and social distancing I have found a good routine with daily walks. When walking I often practise a simple and practical meditation that I learned whilst I was staying at an ashram in India studying yoga therapy. I find this walking meditation very helpful for quieting my internal dialogue and getting into the physical experience of my body walking.Walking meditation is a wonderful tool for practicing mind body connectedness and embodied awareness. It’s a ..read more