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A conservative approach to patients with mild-moderate hip osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis, also known as wear-and-tear, is a common condition that many develop with advancing age. Hip osteoarthritis is very...

How running in hot temperatures affects performance

Now temperatures are starting to increase as we edge into summer, it is important to understand how our bodies will react whilst out...

Want an easy way of booking appointment?

Have you ever been on the phone to a receptionist trying to book an appointment with an Osteopath, and you feel like you're not getting...

Want to start trail running? Read on...

Trail running is increasing in popularity, and it is important to recognise that it stresses the body in different ways when compared to...

Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS)

ITBS is one of the most common overuse injuries in runners, affecting 12-16% of athletes. Clinically, patients will report a sharp or...

How long will it take for my injury to heal?

A question I am asked a lot, and quite rightly so. Any injury, be it back pain or knee pain, we need to be back on our feet as soon as...

Muscle soreness? Should you cycle or run to recover?

No-one likes the limiting effects of muscles soreness after exercise, and we all want to speed up the process so we can get back to what...

Not sure what Osteopathy can help with? Read on....

Many are still unfortunately aware of what Osteopathy can help with, so at Head 2 Toe Osteopathy, I would like to help. When a patient...

Mechanical neck pain

Neck pain is ranked fourth highest in terms of years lived with disability. The prevalence of neck pain is on the increase due to our...

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

Delayed onset muscle soreness is very common and should not be viewed as detrimental to your fitness routine. Previously, DOMS was...

Sub-acromial impingement

Shoulder impingement is a very common cause of shoulder pain where the rotator cuff tendon rubs or catches on nearby tissue. Symptoms can...

What happens to your body on a rest day?

We should all know the importance of rest days if we exercise regularly, and knowing the facts may help us incorporate more rest into our...

Tension-type headaches

Tension-type headaches are the most common primary headache. Numerous studies have found manual therapy to be effective in reducing...

Patella tendinopathy - Further your knowledge

Also known as 'Jumper's knee', patella tendinopathy is caused by functional overload to the patella tendon. High volume training, and...

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a progressive degenerative condition affecting the thick band of tissue on the bottom of the foot. It is the most...

Happy Easter from Head 2 Toe Osteopathy!

Wishing everyone a Happy Easter, and a restful break. Be sure to take a walk, get some fresh air, and unplug from the world, to...

Could you be overtraining? Read on...

Overtraining syndrome can occur when insufficient recovery is allowed between work out sessions. It may get to the point where too much...

Anterior ankle impingement

Anterior ankle impingement is a painful condition caused by soft tissue or bony impingement at the front of the ankle. Pain is often felt...

Fat pad impingement of the knee

Fat pad impingement is a common cause of pain at the front of your knee. The fat pads sit behind the patella tendon and knee cap, and...

Patients need to be educated and empowered

The approach for helping patients with painful and debilitating conditions, such as knee osteoarthritis, has thankfully changed, where...