The Achilles' tendon can be a right pain in the heel! Read about the signs and symptoms, conditions, treatment options and preventative steps you can take to reduce injuries.

It's tennis season so we couldn't look at injuries week without looking at tennis elbow. Read all about it here!

Do you suffer from shin splints? Here's some causes of them, preventative advice and treatment options available.

Plantar fasciitis is a pain in the foot! Here's some useful information and the signs, symptoms and treatment options available. Don't forget osteopathy can help too with those tight calf muscle. To book an appointment call 07908855499

It's Monday and its the start of a new week! Every day this week I am going to provide you with information about a specific musculoskeletal condition if you would like to participate and you have a condition you would like information, advice and guidance about let me know.

How well do you sleep? Sleep helps to protect your physical and mental health, your quality of life and your safety. It is vital that you have enough sleep to be able to function to the best of your abilities. You can find some helpful information at: http://www.osteopathy.org/if-you-dont-snooze-you-lose/

Today I went on the RockBlades IASTM seminar it has been developed by industry leading experts in movement assessment and therapy. IASTM introduces the concept of movement therapy and performance enhancement via Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM). The tools may be hard-edged, but the techniques don’t need to be aggressive to deliver superior patient outcomes. Look out for these in clinic from now on! Ps I was even on the course with Doom one of the new generation gladiators!

"Investing in yourself is the best investment you will ever make. It will not only improve your life, it will improve the lives of all those around you." Don't forget to invest in yourself! Eat healthily, exercise regularly, relax, and deal with those aches and pains.

Studies have shown that taking NSAIDs like ibuprofen increases the risk of cardiac arrest. However NHS Choices recommends NSAIDs to help relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and bring down a temperature. But, here's the interesting bit! Osteopathy is a system of assessing, diagnosing, treating and preventing a wide range of health problems. Osteopaths are commonly known for treating back pain and postural problems, the pain of arthritis and minor sports injuries. We do all of this with our hands - no drugs! If something hurts it's your body's way of letting you know something is wrong so please contact your G.P or osteopath to get a diagnosis and appropriate treatment, don't just take painkillers and hope for the best.

It's Monday, your back to work in the office and you start to feel achey, STOP! Try the NHS choices 3 minute office friendly seated yoga workout! You can also find more workouts at http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/fitness/Pages/gym-free-workouts.aspx

It's Sunday, make sure you have some R&R, it's just as important as food and exercise for your health and wellbeing.

Sore knees? Did you know the knees experience pressure equal to approximately 5 times the body's weight when running? Poor biomechanics and inappropriate footwear can lead to knee pain. Why not book an appointment to ease those aches and pains.