I was recounting a story in one of my classes recently about a man complaining about his struggle to find a parking space after a stressful drive to his “lovely…
Search results for:
Core stability, demystifying the myths.
…provide some protection against back pain. Hodges’s findings combined with beliefs and assumptions around at the time about the importance of the abdominal muscles to maintain a healthy, pain-free back….
Women’s health surgery
Gynaecological surgery can be confusing, emotive and sometimes complicated. Non-childbirth-related operations include myomectomy, hysterectomy, and pelvic floor repair. Myomectomy is the surgical removal of uterine fibroids which are benign (non-cancerous)…
Alcohol, the good, the bad and the confusing.
…health benefits. New research led by neurologist Claudia Kawas from The University of California found that moderate drinking is linked to a longer life. Kawas examined the behaviours of 1,700…
Pain, what’sโ really going on?
…There is so much more to say, but this is an already whopper of a post. So coming in part 2: Ways forward in pain management, pain education, and resources….
Pillows, do we really need them?
Following on from the articles on sleep positions and mattress advice for pain-free sleep, the other question I get asked relating to sleep is “Do I really need a pillow…
Why You Should Learn First Aid
…playing sport, driving in your car or at work when a disaster strikes. Every year for example, One in three older adults falls each year About 2.5 million nonfatal falls…
Stress, part 2 – Lifestyle tips
…or a combination of some will work for you. Epping Forest July 2019. Sandie E Get enough sleep in a quiet, dark tech-free room. Earplugs and an eye mask plus…
Dietary fibre, explained.
Getting enough fibre in the diet is essential for health as research has shown that besides reducing constipation, it can help with weight management, may lower cholesterol levels and reduce…
Avoiding the mishaps and misunderstandings of Christmasย
…drinks is a common reason kids end up in the ED. If the worst happens and someone collapses after drinking alcohol, check they are breathing and then roll them onto…
Coccyx pain explained
…risk? There are several common risk factors including: Being female Coccydynia is much more common in women because their pelvic anatomy means they are more likely to place weight on…
Menstrual health; the 5th vital sign
…stigma can be compounded by “period poverty”, defined as the lack of access to safe and hygienic menstrual products during monthly periods. The term “menstrual health” links periods with general…
The wellbeing benefits of pilates
…in a Pilates class carries over into other activities, making you more aware of how you move and hold your body in your daily life. Numerous research studies have uncovered…
Zinc, the inside scoop
…immune system and fighting free-radical damage. We need a steady daily supply of Zinc to stay healthy as it also has an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant role. It also has a significant impact…
SAD, prevention and managementย
…S.A.D. needs to be better understood; however, it’s linked to reduced exposure to sunlight during the shorter autumn and winter days. Compared to the 19th century, 75% of the population…
5 mindful movement to ease joint stiffness
…it come from relaxing your waist muscles. Repeat five times Upper and lower body combined, wringing yourself out like a washrag. When you are ready to put the two movements…
Snap crackle & pop!ย What do noisy joints mean?
…fluid to release another noise in the same joint again. These are medically called “benign pops or high-pitched snaps” and are common usually pain-free and harmless. Also thought to be…
Pillows, do we really need them?
Following on from the articles on sleep positions and mattress advice for pain-free sleep, the other question I get asked relating to sleep is “Do I really need a pillow…
Seasonal Affective Disorder; Winter depression, explained
…the NHS, they are expensive but free of VAT when used for medical use. Some companies will hire them, choose a lightbox produced by an approved manufacturer. Most people can use…
Reasons to seek out osteopathic treatment
…with the same prescription because they are individuals. That’s part of the reason research is tricky and getting the scientific evidence that many people require to give us a broader…