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Typically in the UK, we are a nation of prescribing our way out of pain, without looking at ways of actually preventing problems in the...

Shoulder pain is a common side-effect after any vaccination, particularly after mRNA vaccine, but these are usually mild and...

Patello-femoral joint pain is one of the most common causes of knee pain, and is characterised by discomfort around, behind, or under the...

A study conducted by Seo, B.R. et al. (2021) looked into whether the use of massage guns, or "mechanotherapies" can accelerate muscle...

Raynaud's phenomenon occurs when there is reduced blood flow to the fingers, thought to be due to spasm of the blood vessels. The blood...

Musculoskeletal conditions often involve injury to joints, bones, ligaments, tendons and/or muscles, and include arthritis and low back...

As we ease into the new year, looking after yourself may be something which needs attention. Care of self can range from simple ideas...

Every year millions of people make New Year's resolutions for a variety of reasons, some to improve their health, others to live more...

Achilles tendonitis occurs when the tendon that connects your calf to your heel bone becomes inflamed and painful. If you do develop this...

Head 2 Toe Osteopathy would like to wish all patients a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. All of your support has once again...

Many of us will admit then we could do with more sleep, but the demands of our lives often take over and sleep is sacrificed. Sleep...

The majority of us will know that we should be exercising as part of a healthy lifestyle, but many are put off because they don't have...

It is always interesting to hear what new patients expect from their first osteopathic appointment. Some may expect a discussion about...

Chronic lower back pain is very common, and is often multi-factorial, making it a challenge to treat effectively. However, exercise...

Most of us have experienced DOMS after strenuous exercise, by why does this happen? Our muscles are made up of millions of tiny fibres...

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, occurs when pain is felt on the outer part of the elbow as a result of repetitive movements, such...

Most people know they should warm-up before training, and many feel holding a few stretches will help you perform at a higher level and...

'Cracking' or 'popping' joints appears to be very common, especially amongst teenagers, and is often habitual. But does it cause any...

Disc injury is a common cause of back pain, where the outer fibres of the disc become damaged, allowing the gel-like centre to protrude....

Headaches are very common and around half of all adults will have experienced at least one headache in the last year. Most are...