I don’t Fix People.
That line sometimes stops people in their tracks. If you’re coming to see an osteopath, surely the whole point is to be fixed? But here’s the honest truth: I don’t fix people.And I don’t want to. Your body already knows …
Why “Good Posture” Often Makes Back Pain at Work Worse.
Look at most stock photos of office workers and you’ll see the same thing every time:Bolt upright posture.Hips and knees at perfect right angles.Shoulders pinned back.Head stacked neatly over the pelvis. Now ask a more important question: How long could …
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When the exercises don’t work!
When the exercises I’ve prescribed don’t work I often find I do my best work. Ok, let’s be clear, I don’t love the fact that a client might not be getting better, but I do love the dialogue that’s opened …
The Secret to Perfect Deadlift Technique
Why do so many young men injure themselves deadlifting often resulting in long-term chronic low back problems? Here are the generalisations: Having a strong back is a very good idea. Being able to pick up a heavy barbell is an …
Piriformis Syndrome. A pain in the bum!
Piriformis syndrome is a common ‘self-diagnosis’ for pain in the bum associated with sciatica-type symptoms. I prefer to describe it as a pain in the bum and leg and not to use the term ‘Piriformis Syndrome’ for 2 reasons. 1) …
Is it possible to be healthy and have incurable cancer?
Jonny Wilkinson was undeniably fit when he played rugby for England, but I recently heard him say[i] that despite being very fit at this time he wasn’t healthy. Jonny was talking about health from a holistic viewpoint. He recognised that …
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Sciatica
Sciatica is a common cause of pain in the leg and is a regular presentation in osteopathic clinics. I probably see 5 or 6 people per week with sciatica type symptoms. Good to know Sciatica means aggravation of the sciatic …
Linea Alba Hernia and Neck Pain
A Linea Alba Hernia (AKA Epigastric Hernia) is a protrusion on the midline between the tummy button (Umbilicus) and the bottom of the rib cage. (Xiphoid Process) They are common in ‘tubby’ men between the age of 20-50. They don’t …
Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
I’m often approached by people who’ve had failed treatment for pain in the sacroiliac region with other osteopaths or physiotherapists. This is not just becasue it’s an area of work I specialise in. Chronic sacroiliac pain can be difficult to …