11 September 2024
What is Achilles Tendinopathy? Achilles Tendinopathy is a condition caused by repetitive stress and microtrauma to the Achilles tendon. The Achilles connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. This condition is common among both athletes and non-athletes. Specifically those that like running, football, and tennis. Symptoms of Achilles Tendinopathy Common symptoms include swelling and […]
17 April 2024
Sleep apnoea, though often overlooked, is a prevalent sleep disorder affecting both men and women. While it’s widely recognised among men, with an estimated prevalence of 6 to 10%, the numbers for women are often underestimated due to misconceptions that symptoms like snoring are mostly male-centric. What Exactly is Sleep Apnoea? Sleep apnoea is a […]
13 February 2024
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that patients often bring to clinic with complaints of heel pain, especially noticeable in the morning or after rest. It occurs due to inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. While conventional treatments like rest, stretching, and orthotics are [...]
12 January 2024
Being a Mum is an incredible journey. It is marked by love and profound transformations. But the physical toll from pregnancy and birth can often go underestimated. In postnatal care, the Mummy MOT emerges as a groundbreaking concept. It offers a comprehensive solution to address the unique challenges faced by new mothers. It was first […]
9 January 2024
Don’t let the name fool you! Contrary to popular belief sports massage isn’t just reserved for international athletes. It can be use used by ‘Average Joe’s and Joannes’ too. Here I want to highlight my top 5 reasons why you should book in for a sports massage this week. It’ll make you feel better! Ultimately, isn’t [...]
14 December 2023
Yikes! it’s December already and that means we are well into party season!! We might be drinking a little more prosecco, champagne and white wine. On one had that sounds great but for some of us our bladder really doesn’t like the white fizzy drinks or sadly, alcohol in general. So how can we help manage them over […]
4 October 2023
Achilles Tendinitis The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Achilles Tendonitis, which involves inflammation of the tendon, is a common overuse injury in sports. Symptoms include calf and ankle soreness, reduced range of motion, swelling, and warmth. Several factors contribute, such as running on uneven terrain, using worn-out or ill-fitting shoes, [...]
29 June 2023
Hi I’m Eleanor and I am a registered Osteopath and Mummy MOT® Practitioner. I often get asked by my female patients whether the separation in their abdominal muscles after child birth is normal. Actually this separation is referred to as a “tummy gap” or medically known as “diastasis recti” and is frequently experienced by women after giving birth. […]
2 February 2023
What is it? The term Frozen Shoulder was first used in 1934 by Dr Codman. He stated that ‘the entity is difficult to define, difficult to treat and difficult to explain from the point of view of pathology. Even in the 86 years since he said that it is still to be fully understood. Frozen shoulder is […]
18 January 2023
Formerly the preserve of hard training athletes, but now embraced by a number of celebrities, magnesium baths have been popular over the long lock-down winter. Fortunately, the potential benefits of magnesium are open to all with or without a bath, or time for a long soak…! What does magnesium do? Magnesium is both a mineral […]
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