Top 5 Most Common Cricket Injuries & How to Prevent Them
An Osteopath’s Guide to a Safer Season As cricket season gets underway, excitement builds for players at all levels – from weekend warriors to competitive club cricketers. But with the return to training, matches, and long hours on the field, it’s also a time when cricket injuries start to creep in, especially if the body isn’t […]
Tennis Elbow: Not Just for Tennis Players
Despite the name, tennis elbow (or lateral epicondylitis) isn’t just a sports injury. It’s actually one of the most common causes of elbow pain and often shows up in people who spend more time typing, lifting, or doing repetitive tasks than swinging a racket. The condition involves the muscles and tendons in your forearm that attach […]
What Really is Osteoporosis and Osteopenia – and What Do They Have to Do with Menopause?
Osteoporosis literally means “bones with holes.” It develops when minerals such as calcium are lost from the bones faster than they can be replaced, leaving them weaker and more fragile. Hormones play a big role in keeping bones strong. Oestrogen, for example, slows down the activity of cells called osteoclasts, which break down bone. After […]
Your ACL: What Happens When It Tears and What Can We Do?
As an osteopath, I see a lot of knee injuries, and a torn ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) is one of the most common and serious. It can be a real setback, but understanding the injury and your options is the first step to getting back on your feet. What’s the ACL’s Job? The ACL is […]
Why Rest Really Matters
I meet a lot of people who think that pushing through pain, skipping sleep, or staying constantly busy is a sign of strength. But the truth is, rest is not weakness. In fact, it’s one of the most powerful tools your body has for healing. Here’s why rest plays such a key role in your […]
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome: The What, Who and How
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a frequently encountered condition that affects the outside of the hip, yet it’s one that is still often misunderstood, even in clinical settings. Let’s break down the what, who, and how of this condition to provide a clearer picture. WHAT is Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome? GTPS – previously and commonly referred to as trochanteric […]
Strength vs Hypertrophy: Not All Gains Are the Same
If you’ve been in the gym world for a while, you’ve probably heard people talk about “training for strength” vs “training for hypertrophy.” But what’s the actual difference? Do you really need to choose? And what does any of this mean if your goal is to move better, lift more, or just feel good in […]
Your Scan: Just a Snapshot, Not the Whole Story
Understanding your medical scan results can be confusing, and sometimes even a little scary. It’s easy to get caught up in the technical terms and worry about what they mean for your health. But here’s an important perspective to keep in mind: your scan is just a snapshot, not the whole story. What Your Scan […]
From Pain Relief to Tendon Strength: The Power of Isometrics
Isometric exercises are the first step in recovering from tendon injuries and tendinopathies and are often overlooked, so here is why you should do this important step to get stronger, healthier tendons with a lower risk of reinjury. Why Isometrics Matter in Tendon Rehab Isometric exercises involve a strong and controlled muscle contraction without any […]
Fight, Flight, or Just Frazzled? Understanding Your Nervous System from an Osteopath’s perspective
Life today often feels like a nonstop race. We juggle work, family, and countless distractions, rarely pausing to catch our breath. Because of this, many of us feel anxious, tired, or on edge without really knowing why. As osteopaths, we see these feelings as closely tied to your autonomic nervous system – especially the two […]