For most of us, balance is not something we consider day to day. It is one of those functions we all rely on, but it is not something we need to consciously think about… … until part of our balance system is temporarily or permanently lost and then we become aware of feeling unsteady. Most […]
How many of us have a dog (or dogs!) to walk? Getting out in the fresh air with “man’s best friend” is definitely one of life’s pleasures and brings many benefits; including exercise, sunlight, being in nature and social interaction with other dog owners. However, as an osteopath at The Odiham Clinic I see patients […]
After many years of practising as an Osteopath, I cannot help but notice a pattern of behaviour through the seasons. With the winter now upon us, I expect many of you are not feeling very motivated when it comes to keeping active. Yes, it’s all too easy to snuggle down on that sofa with a […]
A few months ago I wrote about how important it is to understand the source of your pain to ensure you receive the correct treatment and recover faster. I also briefly touched on when you should seek help from a professional and would like to expand on that here by answering some important questions: Do […]
‘Dry needling’ or ‘Western acupuncture’ is a physical therapy technique used by healthcare practitioners to treat musculoskeletal pain and stiffness. The technique uses extremely fine needles to stimulate myofascial trigger points (MTrP) to help reduce muscle tension, increase range of motion, improve blood flow and initiate healing in the tissues. (It is important to note […]