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Osteopaths, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors: What’s the difference?
Posted: July 12th 2017
One of the most frequent questions we get asked is: what’s the difference between Osteopaths, Physiotherapists and Chiropractors? There’s not a single, simple answer but we’ve put together some information to help you. Osteopaths Osteopathy is a system of diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions. It works with the structure and
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Frequently Asked Questions about Osteopathy Appointments
Posted: July 7th 2017
What should I wear? It is helpful to wear loose fitting clothing to help with the examination and treatment. It is not always necessary to undress to underwear. Track suit trousers, shorts and low cut vest tops usually allow access to the area in need of treatment. Can I bring a friend or relative?
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Are you getting enough Vitamin D?
Posted: June 11th 2019
In 2016 Public Health England put out new guidelines on vitamin D intake. We all heard about them. We all read about them, but do you know what they mean? Or did the news disappear amongst all the other health advice we are given that year? While further evidence is needed to draw firm conclusions
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Active 10 helps improve your health
Posted: March 15th 2018
It’s easier than you think to improve your health. Keeping active can really help. Physical inactivity is a major cause of disease and disability for adults, but a brisk 10 minute walk every day can make a difference to your health. A new Public Health England campaign, Active 10, is encouraging people to steadily increase
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If you don’t snooze you lose
Posted: January 30th 2018
Encouraging healthy sleep 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 the risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes, and can lead to shortened life
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