You move, stretch, twist — click. And suddenly your back feels freer. It’s very tempting to describe that as something having been “out of place” and then clicking back into place. I hear versions of that explanation all the time …
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 …
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 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) …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
Pain due to uncontrolled movement is a common symptom in people with chronic low back pain. Patients will describe having full or good range of movement and being able to do everything they want to but ONLY if they do …
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These days I find most of my clients are very open to discussing the mind & body connection which is central to my osteopathic work. I like to work with my clients to expand this idea with some thoughts about …
Treating Mind & Body – A Simple Biological Explanation Read more →