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Diagnosed with fibromyalgia? We’re pinpointing how acupuncture could help
June 23, 2022 / News
Unfortunately, fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that’s gained a reputation as being difficult to diagnose. The symptoms of the debilitating condition are wide and varied. And at present, there is no specific test to diagnose the condition. However, according to the most up to date stats, some estimates suggest nearly 1 in 20 people are […]
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Calling all cyclists! 3 exercises to strengthen your knees, according to an osteopath
June 23, 2022 / News
If you’re a cyclist, knee pain is one of the most common sites of injury in the sport. From patella/quadriceps tendinitis to patellofemoral syndrome (which is more informally known as cyclists’ knee) – these overuse injuries are very common in those who enjoy life on two wheels. So, with the UK seeing an increase in […]
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Fertility in 2022: What’s the latest?
May 8, 2022 / News
Did you know, more than 3.5 million people in the UK go through some kind of fertility challenge?* And when it comes to infertility, (a term which refers to the inability to get pregnant), according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, it’s been estimated that one in seven heterosexual couples are impacted […]
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How do you know if you’ve got long covid?
May 8, 2022 / News
It’s fair to say 2022 looks a lot different to 2020. But while we might be through the thick of the coronavirus storm, we now have another stumbling block to add to our healthcare agenda. And that’s long covid. Long covid is nothing new. It’s believed the term was coined by a Dr Elisa Perego […]
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How to manage stress during your fertility journey
April 14, 2022 / News
Stress can have wide and varied impacts on the human body. From headaches and sleep problems to weight gain and weight loss, chronic stress can even cause memory and concentration problems. But there’s more. Along with increased blood pressure and digestive disorders, stress can have a massive impact on our mental health. And, according to […]
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Getting into the garden? 6 ways to look after your joints
April 12, 2022 / News
It’s no secret that in the UK we’re a nation of gardeners. According to the latest stats, there are around 27 million gardeners in the UK. And it’s clear to see why. From boosting your energy, to getting some vitamin D and enhancing your creativity to relieving some stress – gardening brings numerous benefits. But while […]
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National Feet Week: How osteopathy can help put your best foot forward
March 16, 2022 / News
Feet: they hold us up, help us get from A to B and are critical to our balance and posture. Which are just three of the reasons why it’s essential to look after the health of feet and the 26 bones, 33 joints and more than 100 muscles, ligament and tendons they are made up […]
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Endometriosis Awareness Month 2022: Can acupuncture help ease the pain?
March 2, 2022 / News
With March marking Endometriosis Awareness Month, it seems an ideal time to raise awareness of the positive impact acupuncture can have for sufferers of this chronic and often debilitating medical condition which can affect fertility. What is endometriosis? According to the NHS, endometriosis is one of the most painful health conditions to cope with. The […]
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An osteopath has got your back – and there’s new research to prove it
February 25, 2022 / News
A 2022 study has highlighted just how osteopathy can promote better health and thanks to the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), it can lower the risk of chronic pains from spreading. The study, which was published in the Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, compared patients who were suffering from bad backs. It looked at those […]
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Do you know what’s a real pain in the back? Sciatica
January 22, 2022 / News
The medical term relates to a set of symptoms caused due to the general compression or irritation of one of five spinal nerve roots in your lower back. Despite their name, these spinal nerves don’t just have an impact on your back. They run all the way down your legs. Which means sciatica can cause […]
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