The Power of Turmeric

Turmeric has been used in traditional cooking for hundreds of years, but did you know this root spice has many more health benefits than just a great flavour to add to our meals? Turmeric is a very strong natural anti-inflammatory,...

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What is Scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a sideways bending of the spine. Normally when you look at a person’s spine it runs in a straight line. If you look at a person with scoliosis, their spine bends to the side in either a...

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What do osteopaths do?

While the word “osteopathy” is often heard, the vast majority of people don’t actually know what osteopathy is, or what osteopaths do. Osteopathy is a form of patient-centred hands-on manual therapy, established in the USA by physician and surgeon Dr Andrew...

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What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a 200 year old system of traditional medicine using natural remedies and may be used in the management of a variety of illnesses and conditions. It can be used alongside conventional treatments and medications. Homeopathy is used by...

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Magnesium – why is it important and how does it affect me?

Magnesium is a mineral found in your bones, soft tissues (muscles, ligaments, fascia, etc) and fluids such as blood. In fact, it is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. This little mineral plays a dynamic and important role...

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Dry needling: What is it and how is it different to acupuncture?

Dry needling is a commonly-used technique in treating various musculoskeletal complaints. Injury, muscle overuse and poor posture may result in the development of myofascial trigger points, which are irritable “knots” in tense muscles. This is often the cause of...

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