Are you wincing in pain at the thought? Don’t worry; although we usually see dry needling in cartoons as a series of painful jabs (it feels like a classic Tom and Jerry sketch), the reality is far more soothing. In fact, very few of our clients were previously aware of the remarkable benefits of dry […]
Understanding the Difference Between Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Chiropractic Care
What is the difference between physiotherapy, osteopathy and chiropractic care? This is a question that we get asked a lot. Read on to find a definition of all three treatments, their benefits and understanding the similarities and differences of each practice helping you to make a more informed decision. What are the similarities […]
Is Chiropractic Neck Cracking Safe?
“Are you sure you won’t snap my neck?” “What if you paralyse me?” These are questions that our chiropractors often hear. Even during clinical practice sessions, clients can still be slightly sceptical. Sure, we are the first to admit that chiropractic neck cracking is famous for being a little bit strange… but done correctly, it […]
Does Sports Massage really work?
Does Sports Massage really work? This is a question I get asked all the time by my inquisitive clients. I have seen for myself over the years how massage has helped people with many problems that other kinds of therapy have not improved. It has many benefits, whether it’s injury management, performance enhancement, a recovery […]
Epley Manoeuvres for Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
What is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, or BPPV for short? Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV) is a non-life-threatening condition of the vestibular system, the organ of balance and equilibrium. What are the symptoms of BPPV? BPPV is characterised by dizziness, vertigo, loss of balance and sometimes nausea. These effects often appear unexpected […]
11 Ergonomic Tips for Setting Up Your Home Workspace
Are you working from home? By now, your back, shoulders are probably feeling the effects of those long hours sitting hunched over your laptop at the kitchen table. Working in an unsupported set-up will eventually take its toll on your body. Understanding the importance of setting up your home workspace is key to overcoming […]
5 Desk Stretches to Ease Aches & Pains
One of the issues from prolonged sitting or an inadequate desk set-up is developing poor posture, resulting in pain in the wrists, neck, back and hips as we hunch forward or lean into some regions of the body. It is essential to make time to counteract that with some simple but highly effective stretches that […]
How to Set Up Your Home Workspace with Our NEW Guide to Avoid Stress & Strain
In this article, our head Chiropractor, Guthrie Steer, at our Abbeville Road clinic, outlines 5 ways working from home is causing your body strain & how to fix it with Our N.E.W. guide on how to set up your home workspace. Thrust into makeshift home offices, for many of us, much of our working […]
What is Cranial Osteopathy?
Cranial osteopathy is a very gentle speciality within osteopathy that offers a non-invasive and effective approach to healthcare. It focuses on restoring balance to the body’s natural biorhythms by addressing imbalances in the cranial rhythm. This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of cranial osteopathy, its benefits for babies and children, and its […]
How Does Shockwave Therapy Work?
How does Shockwave Therapy work in the rehabilitation of major sports injuries such as Plantar Fasciitis? Our expert Osteopath, Andy Mansfield, explains. The term Shockwave Therapy may sound scary, but it really isn’t. An osteopath simply passes a wave of audible, mechanical energy through the skin via a handheld device or probe. Shockwave […]
