What is Osteoarthritis? How can Osteopathy help?

There are many different types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis. It is a chronic condition characterised by the breakdown of cartilage within the joint. The cartilage is a rubbery substance that...

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Could you have tennis elbow?

Tennis elbow or lateral epicondylitis is a type of tendinitis, a condition characterised by irritation or inflammation of the tendons of the muscles of the forearm. It affects the muscles that attach to the outside of the elbow (the...

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What is Sciatica?

Sciatica is the name given to a set of symptoms caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the largest nerve in the human body and starts from the lumbar spine (lower back) and travels...

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What are the benefits of Osteopathic treatment?

Osteopathic treatment may help to keep your whole body healthy and functioning well so that you can continue to live your life in the way that you choose. We use our bodies in all sorts of ways, often the stresses and...

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Gearing up for Winter sports

Winter sports season is just about to start. Here are our top 5 tips for making sure your body is prepared and ready to play sport, how to prevent injury and to stay healthy: 1. Build Fitness Levels Slowly It's important to...

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