Aug 11, 2021 | Blog
Neuralgia literally means nerve pain, but its usage is more specific than that. Osteopathy may be able to help with the symptoms of neuralgia. Trigeminal Neuralgia The trigeminal nerve is a nerve that supplies the face with sensation and movement. It splits into three...
Jul 28, 2021 | Blog
The digestive system may seem irrelevant to osteopathy, but we treat the body as a whole, and no system is exempt. We’ve discussed before about the links between stress and the musculoskeletal system, and of course, stress can impact digestion. Reflux and...
Jul 5, 2021 | Blog
Cramps are a common, usually mild and brief ailment. For some people, they become too frequent or significant to ignore. If this sounds like you, your osteopath may be able to help. Who Suffers from Cramps? Athletes are one of the most affected groups. There seem to...
Jun 21, 2021 | Blog
When we think about circulation, what comes to mind is often cold extremities and the circulation of blood. Although our veins and arteries are an important part of the circulatory system, there is more to it. The lymphatic system is a necessary element that can have...
Jun 7, 2021 | Blog
Osteoarthritis (OA) can affect any cartilage-based joint. Two areas that commonly develop OA are the hip and knee. Hip Arthritis It is rare for the first sign of hip arthritis to be significant pain. Sometimes there may be an initial painful episode, but the body...
May 12, 2021 | Blog
Osteopaths are qualified to help you recover from and prevent minor sports injuries. Throwing Sports The shoulder is a very mobile joint, which means the bones are not built to keep the joint stable. We rely on the soft tissues of muscles, ligaments, and the joint...
Apr 26, 2021 | Blog
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes widespread pain and tenderness in the body. It can also cause sleep disturbance and difficulty concentrating (“brain fog” or “fibro-fog”). Symptoms of Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a condition of...
Apr 13, 2021 | Blog
Joints affected by osteoarthritis can be painful. Unfortunately, adapting your movement to avoid the pain only serves to let the joint become more arthritic. Your osteopath can help with your arthritic pain. Osteoarthritis is the “wear and tear” arthritis...
Mar 31, 2021 | Blog
Your osteopath is qualified to diagnose and treat your lower back pain- provided it is “non-specific”. Non-Specific Lower Back Pain This strange term refers to the cause of the pain rather than the symptoms. NSLBP is within your osteopath’s remit,...
Mar 17, 2021 | Blog
Stress alone can be enough to cause tension in your upper back, neck, and shoulders. But modern-day stressors, such as a stressful job that keeps you stuck at a laptop, only add to it. The Nervous System’s Response to Stress The Sympathetic Nervous System is the...
Mar 1, 2021 | Blog
Neck pain and back pain are the leading cause of lost workdays among musculoskeletal problems. Cricked Necks Waking up with a crick in your neck can be anything from a mild annoyance to a safety risk if it affects your driving. Although most episodes will clear...
Feb 15, 2021 | Blog
Migraines can be debilitating, and account for a significant number of national sick days. There are medications available to help manage or reduce symptoms, but prevention is better than cure. Symptoms of Migraines Although they may be misunderstood as “just...
Jan 29, 2021 | Blog
Osteopaths don’t just treat backs! We can also help with aches and pains in the elbow and shoulder. Elbow Pain Muscle Strains around the Elbow We recently posted about epicondylitis: tennis and golfer’s elbow. We can also help with more straight forward...
Jan 8, 2021 | Blog
Golfer’s and Tennis Elbow are both forms of epicondylitis: inflammation in the elbow where the muscle meets bone. They often begin as a simple muscle strain, but without management they can become a lot more painful and debilitating. Epicondylitis vs Pulled...
Dec 21, 2020 | Blog
Frozen Shoulder refers to a specific condition, not just general shoulder stiffness. The cause is often unknown, but the effect is stiffening of the shoulder capsule: the fibrous tissue that surrounds the joint. It’s an inflammatory condition, known officially...
