BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 Hot or Cold Treatment Should I apply heat packs or cold packs? This is quite a common question, to answer it it’s interesting to understand the mechanism of both techniques. It all depends on the type of injury you suffer from. Some conditions require cold therapy whereas others will […]
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BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 For those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle, there is no better physical activity than running. Running can improve circulatory and cardio-vascular fitness, enhance muscle tone and lift your mood. However, like all strenuous physical exercise, running poses risks. Runners can fall victim to a number of injuries, especially
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BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 When searching for the best treatment for back pain and joint problems, more and more people turn to osteopathic medicine. One of the many benefits of using osteopathy to relieve back pain is the fact that, as opposed to conventional medicine, it does not imply the use of medication or
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BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 What is Lethargy? Often described as a state of exhaustion, lethargy is the feeling of prolonged drowsiness, fatigue and overall lack of energy that can present mentally and physically. Lethargy can be directly linked to a pre-existing condition or a response to someone’s lifestyle or habits. Despite often being
BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 Get the new term off to a good start by ensuring you children aren’t burdened with back pain as well as new teachers, classes and homework… Heavy bags can put pressure on the discs between the vertebrae which can cause long term back pain in small and still-developing bodies,
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BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 What is Long COVID? Long COVID, or long-term COVID, is a term used to describe the long term effects of COVID-19 that affects some people for several weeks or months after the initial onset of the disease (Shah et al.,2021). COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) is an illness caused by the coronavirus
BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 Weather has a huge effect on our skin. When it’s cold outside and warm inside our skin lets us know! Winter brings strong freezing winds with icy temperatures and dry conditions inside like central heating or air cons, these all strip our skin of natural moisture. The constant shifting
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What is Lymphoedema? Lymphoedema is a build-up of lymph fluid in one or more areas of the body. Lymp h fluid usually gets filtered back into the bloodstream; however, when the lymphatic system is compromised it prevents healthy fluid drainage which can cause a build-up. A lymphatic fluid accumulatio n, also known as Lymphoedema, is
BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 What is Maskne? Maskne is an irritation of the facial skin caused by wearing a mask or face covering. This irritation can be seen in many forms from redness to Acne. It is not a new term but has become more familiar over the last few months due to
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BOOK ONLINE CALL 0203 6060 490 People use massage for various reasons and each have a very specific purpose. Professional and amateur athletes alike benefit from massage as it can provide a training and performance edge by aiding recovery and preventing injury. Here is a list of what a sports massage can do for you:
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