Women Should Do Weights for Their Bone Health Osteoporosis is a condition that makes bones more brittle and prone to fracture. Although osteoporosis can effect men and younger people, post-menopausal women are most at risk. One of the best ways to help maintain healthy bones is to exercise regularly – which encourages the bones to…
Sleep Better – Good Sleep and Osteopathy Everyone knows the feeling after a bad night’s sleep, from irritability to unproductivity, but longer lasting sleep disruption can have a much more significant effect on both our mental wellbeing and our physical health. Regular poor sleep increases our risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes, and can…
We all know that getting active is good for both our bodies and our minds. It can improve your mood, give you more energy, and significantly reduces your chances of serious health conditions such as dementia and certain forms of cancer. When you visit an osteopath, they can provide advice on keeping active so you…
Are you fit for work? If your work is office or computer based, you can spend a significant portion of your day seated at a desk which can lead to a host of health problems. Common causes of strain in the workplace include: • Prolonged sitting at a desk • Driving long distances • Awkward…
It is normal for our muscles, bones, joints and associated tissues to change as we age. Ageing does not necessarily mean that we will experience increased pain or stiffness. If you do, then treatment and advice from an osteopath can complement GP care and medicines. If you begin to notice problems, your osteopath can work…
Eating healthily has both mental and physical benefits. It is one of the best things you can do to prevent and control health problems such as heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. A healthy diet can make you look and feel better, raise your energy levels and increase your sense of…