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The shape of your Achilles tendon could be relevant to injury

The Achilles tendon is what links your calf muscle to your heel bone and allows you to propel yourself forward when walking or running, a...

The importance of a standing exam

If you have seen an Osteopath before, then you have most probably been examined standing, sitting and/or lying down. The purpose of this ...

The benefits of diaphragmatic breathing

Meditation and diaphragmatic breathing has long been prescribed to help promote relaxation and calm, but what studies have been performed...

What does Head 2 Toe Osteopathy offer?

Head 2 Toe Osteopathy offers hands-on therapy to those suffering aches, pains and injuries to the local areas of Godstone, Caterham and O...

Does exercising to music improve performance?

Music is often used during exercise to help with motivation, whether it is an exercise class or out running. However, is there any scient...

What is nociceptive and neuropathic pain?

All pain is experienced through the nerves in the body, it depends on whether soft tissues have been damaged or a nerve is being directly...

Iio-tibial band syndrome (ITBS)

ITBS is a common injury experienced by those who partake in activities that require repetitive knee bending, particularly in endurance ev...

Do we need to consider using motion control trainers?

There has long been speculation as to whether specific running shoes have an influence on injury prevention. Do you over-pronate? are you...

Reasons why you should be trail running

Trail running has grown exponentially over the last 10 years as people have seen the wide-reaching benefits compared to that of road runn...

The effect of running on the brain

Research has found that running has both an immediate and long-term effect on the brain. When running, there is an immediate release of d...

Dry needling for non-pathological spine related disorders

Dry needling is different to acupuncture, it is used to stimulate underlying myofascial trigger points, muscular and connective tissues f...

Resuming normal operating hours

As of Monday 15th February, Head 2 Toe Osteopathy will be resuming normal operating hours. Infection rates both locally and nationwide ha...

The effects of meditation on the brain

The positive effects of meditation is becoming more widely publicised, and the results are encouraging. Studies have been performed in wh...

Subacromial bursitis - shoulder pain

The subacromial bursa is located in the shoulder, in the subacromial space which is approximately 1 - 1.5 cm in height. A bursa is fluid-...

Paracetemol (Acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen?

Both Paracetemol and Ibuprofen are used to treat pain and fever, however they have their differences. Ibuprofen is the one that reduces i...

Muscle strains - symptoms and causes

Muscle strains, or a pulled a muscle, occurs when the muscle is overstretched leading to a tearing of fibres. This can occur when you are...

Your safety is at the forefront of your appointment

There is clearly still a lot of trepidation amongst the public with Covid-19, and rightly so. Thankfully, the infection rates have contin...

Achilles tendinopathy - What works best?

Achilles tendinopathy is an overload injury that can affect the distal insertion or the midportion of the tendon. Patients can expect the...

Place2Be's Children's Mental Health Week

This week seems more appropriate than ever given the impact of Covid-19 on children's mental health. There's no doubt, children are strug...

The effects of sleep deprivation on cognitive function

It is common for adults to experience short sleep duration, and it has been found that sleeping 1-2 hours less than usual can have detrim...

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