As osteopaths, we want to see our patients heal as quickly and effectively as possible, and hopefully to educate them to manage their health more effectively in the future. In theory, that mission is accomplished at the point where we “discharge” the patient. But in practice, it’s the … [Read more...]
Once again, the annual Back Pain trade fair has come and gone at the Olympia exhibition centre. Beyond seeking out “what’s new?”, my one specific objective this year was to identify the best orthopaedic pillow to recommend patients. Having scoured the relevant stalls, and tested some much … [Read more...]
Peter and I have great pleasure in introducing the exciting course that we are organising with Norman Baker for osteopaths this autumn in London: REDISCOVERING THE TECHNIQUES OF A. T. STILL Reduce your reliance on HVT by learning the gentle and effective adjustments of the … [Read more...]
Stress is almost an inevitable consequence of modern life, yet few people have any practical tools with which to manage it on a routine basis. Beyond the particulars of each specific patient presentation, one simple form of treatment stands out in the care of most, if not all, patients betraying … [Read more...]
Occasionally, a patient reminds you not just of what osteopathy can do to reduce pain and improve health, but what is truly distinctive about its outlook and approach. Liz (not her real name) is a successful personal trainer with a distinguished sports career in kick-boxing and competitive … [Read more...]
When we see patients at Bridge to Health we invariably give home exercises designed to work synergistically with hands-on treatment, and from time to time someone will ask how long they need to keep up with the exercises. The answer I give is often one they do not want to hear. What I tell the … [Read more...]
Sometimes patients come for treatment for an apparent hamstring or calf strain when persistent massage and/or stretching has not helped. Muscle tissue tends to recover from injury quickly due to the rich blood supply; it is designed that way in order to repair and restore mobility as quickly as … [Read more...]
With less than four weeks to go until this year's London Marathon I just wanted to highlight one of our very first blog posts - Treating injured marathon runners osteopathically. We hope your preparation is going well, but if you have picked up an injury, as osteopaths in Ealing and at the … [Read more...]
Due to rising running costs, Bridge to Health is introducing a modest increase in treatment fees as of 1st March, 2011. This will amount to £5 on osteopathy or massage sessions, and £10 on nutritional assessments; the new prices will be as follows: Osteopathy: £45 (£40 for Fitness First … [Read more...]
Recently added to our list of helpful health services in Ealing and Uxbridge are two podiatrists. Laura Cooper has been in Uxbridge for many years and has a well-established practice on the High Street, very close to our own clinic. I have personal experience of Joanna as she treated my … [Read more...]
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