Scoliosis Definition, and the role of conservative treatment such as osteopathy
Introduction Scoliosis is an abnormal side curvature of the spine. The curve or curves may be C or S shaped and must have an angle greater than 10 degrees for it to be classified as a scoliosis [1]. A curve may be structural or functional [2]. A structural scoliosis...
Osteopathic Techniques – What Do We Do?
A common question from patients when being treated osteopathically is: “so what does that do?” This article is going to address various techniques that are often used by osteopaths and what they do, on a physiological level. Soft tissue techniques Soft tissue...
What is the difference between an osteopath, chiropractor and physiotherapist
A typical scenario… “My back hurts darling.” George complained as he switched off the BBC news “You really ought to go and see a chiropractor,” said Cathy, his wife of 15 years. “I think I’d be better off with one of those, what are they called again...osteos….?”...
Becoming an Osteopath
A lot of people wonder how long it takes to become an osteopath and what it takes to be an osteopath? This article is going to describe exactly what the course is like. You turn up on your first day not quite knowing what to expect. Some students know exactly what an...
Knee osteoarthritis – use of osteopathy in prevention and management
More than 250 million people worldwide suffer from knee OA. African-Americans, elderly females, and obese people are the populations at highest risk. Classification Primary OA is idiopathic and non-traumatic and secondary is related to trauma or a structural...
Magnesium
Magnesium is a chemical compound which is essential for good health [1]. Many people are deficient in this vitally important nutrient [2]. Why is magnesium important, and how can we get more of it into our bodies? What is magnesium? Magnesium is a chemical element...
YouTube: Exercises for Shoulder Pain
In this video, Denise will show you 4 exercises which will relieve your shoulder pain if you’ve been diagnosed with shoulder impingement and/or rotator cuff tendonitis – particularly where some of the shoulder tendons have worn away.
Pilates and the Effects on Pain
We’ve all been told that we should do Pilates. Everybody says how good it is for your back. However, is there actual proof that Pilates helps low back and general musculoskeletal pain?
Are Saunas Good For You?
According to research saunas may improve athletic endurance, prevent muscle wasting, improve insulin sensitivity (preventing diabetes), increase nerve production and repair, improve learning and memory and increase longevity. Denise is a registered Osteopath and looks into the research.
Heat, Ice, or Contrast Therapy for Pain?
The application of heat, ice or contrast therapy has long been used for pain relief. There is often confusion on how long and how often to apply such therapies. The article will describe the therapies and provide instructions on how to safely administer them.
