Jun
21
2019
Winter is here…
It’s that time of the year where you start to notice people sniffling, sneezing, coughing and blowing their noses. The colder weather always seems to bring with it an influx of cold and flu outbreaks doesn’t it?!...
May
22
2019
Many people who have been to an Osteopath may have been told to “keep hydrated/drink water” at the conclusion of the treatment. For many, it’s a very simple piece of advice, however why is it so important?
Well, water forms...
May
15
2019
What is pain? The Oxford dictionary describes pain as an unpleasant physical sensation caused by illness or injury.¹
It’s the body’s alarm system to alert you that something is wrong, that there is actual or potential damage to the body.
If...
Apr
03
2019
As winter sports begin, so does the potential risk of associated injuries. Sports that require sprinting, kicking, acceleration and change of direction have an increased risk of participants developing soft tissue injuries, specifically hamstring injuries.
What causes hamstring injuries?
Hamstring...
Mar
15
2019
For the majority of the population, driving is an essential part of everyday life. Quite often it is something we don’t even think about, we simply get in the car to get to where we are going and don’t...
Mar
01
2019
How can foam rolling help me?
The foam roller is a self-myofascial tool which helps to release tight muscles and decrease tension in connective tissue known as fascia. This is a great way for you to improve flexibility and decrease...
