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Tag: osteopathy

31 October 2024

The Benefits of Osteopathy: How It Can Improve Your Health and Well-Being

Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare which focuses on promoting healing and overall wellness.  You may have already experienced some of the benefits of osteopathy. Or you may just be curious about how it may benefit you. In this blog I have explained below some of the key benefits of osteopathy that you can help […]

30 September 2024

How to avoid joint pain in the Autumn months.

As the temperatures dropping Autumn and Winter, many people find that their joint pain increases, making it a particularly challenging season for those with arthritis, stiffness, or chronic joint issues. At Bodyfix Clinic, we understand the importance of maintaining joint health year-round. Here are some effective strategies to help you avoid joint pain this winter: Stay […]

22 May 2024

Striding Towards Well-being: The Benefits of Osteopathy for Runners

If you are reading this, I am guessing you like running are interested in Osteopathy for Runners. Whether you do park runs or Ultramarathons… you ARE an athlete. I am also guessing you want to maintain that journey without injury. My name is Vanessa and I am an Osteopath at BodyFix. In this blog I […]

23 February 2024

Unlocking A Better Golf Swing. How Osteopathy Can Be Your New Golf Buddy

If you are reading this, I am guessing you are a golfer. If you are like most golf enthusiasts, you are constantly looking for ways to improve your Golf Swing.  But have you ever considered osteopathy and how it could benefit you? When playing golf you will use nearly every muscle and joint in the body. […]

13 February 2024

Managing Plantar Fasciitis: An Osteopathic Approach

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 [...]

13 November 2023

Unlocking the benefits of dry needling.

Hey there! I’m Vanessa and as an Osteopath I am always looking at ways which I can help my patients to improve their wellbeing.  That is why I decided to qualify in dry needling.  You maybe new to the concept of dry needling. So here is some information to help you decide whether you would like […]

26 July 2023

A bit about me: Vanessa (Osteopath)

Hey there! I’m Vanessa, and I joined the Bodyfix Team back in April 23 as a Sports Massage therapist. But that’s not where my journey ended – I actually went on to get a Master’s degree in Osteopathy from the International College of Osteopathic Medicine (ICOM) in Epsom, Surrey. I used to spend most of […]

29 June 2023

Women’s Health Osteopathy: Tummy Gap after Child Birth

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. […]

17 February 2023

What is Osteopathic Lymphatic drainage?

My name is Eleanor and I am an Osteopath at Bodyfix Clinic. I started here in September 2022 and have been doing a number of CPD courses since that time.  As Osteopaths we are required to complete 90 hours of extra training over a 3-year period.  This is called continuing professional development or CPD.  I have a keen […]

8 August 2022

Spotlight on Fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia affects 7 times more women than men What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that results in widespread joint and muscle pain with tenderness to touch and joint stiffness. Symptoms can come and go and present in different parts of the body at different times. Fibromyalgia can also cause fatigue, sleep, mood and [...]