Who do you need: an osteopath or a physiotherapist? For many people, osteopathy and physiotherapy are often thought of as the same thing or confused as to the difference between the two. If you are in pain with musculoskeletal problems, you should know who would best suit your needs: an osteopath or a physiotherapist. There…
Historical difference – saving children vs. alleged patricide! Practical difference In delineating the clear differences between these two modalities, one MUST briefly look at their origins. Andrew Taylor Still (1828-1917) was a medical doctor and surgeon in Virginia/Missouri who followed in his Methodist Minister and Physician father’s footsteps. After losing his wife and 4 children…
Breathing affects your innards! It affects your rib cage, your your thorax, your pelvic pressure. It affects you. Breathe well.
What is Rotator Cuff Tendonitis? Firstly, Tendonitis: In truth, the word tendonitis should probably not exist. Research has shown that it is very uncommon for tendons to be inflamed. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3312643/ Rather,than tendons becoming inflamed, their structure changes and alters its ability to function, causing pain. To this end, it is more correctly called tendonosis or…
It used to be that I was so sure when people would ask me this most simple question. Within 72 hours, use a cold pack to speed healing, decrease inflammation and swelling and bring blood and nutrition to the area. Before 3 weeks are up, alternate hot and cold packs. Once chronic, use hot packs….
On Friday, 31 October ’14, we hosted a lovely group of Italian osteopaths who travelled to our clinic for a 3 day course. Barrie Savory, being well recognised internationally, is a draw to international practitioners who want to come and learn from the best. I taught the importance of treatment of the throat via the…
