7 Ways in Which Osteopathy Supports Women’s Health
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post In the realm of women’s health, the gentle touch of osteopathy unveils transformative possibilities. Addressing musculoskeletal concerns, it provides relief and vitality. From supporting menstrual health to pregnancy care and postpartum recovery, osteopathy is a holistic ally. It contributes to hormonal […]
How can osteopathy help manage arthritis pain
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Arthritis pain can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to hold you back. Osteopathy offers a natural approach to managing your arthritis effectively. By focussing on improving joint mobility, reducing stiffness and inflammation, and optimising your body’s mechanics, osteopathy can help you […]
Treating Sciatic Nerve Pain with Osteopathy
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Introduction Lumbar radiculopathy, commonly known as sciatica, is a condition that manifests as pain, tingling, and numbness due to compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. This condition typically affects one side of the body, causing discomfort in the buttock, back of […]
How Osteopathy Can Relieve Your Neck Pain
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders among adults, resulting from various causes such as trauma, poor posture, or repetitive strain. Here, we explore how osteopathy can relieve neck pain and present a few osteopathic exercises to help you […]
Osteopathy’s Role in Managing Degenerative Disc Disease
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is a condition characterised by the gradual deterioration of the spinal discs, which are the soft, compressible discs that separate the interlocking bones (vertebrae) of the spine. Although DDD is often referred to as a “disease,” it is […]
How Osteopathy Helps Relieve Rib Pain and Improve Mobility
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Rib pain is a common yet often misunderstood source of discomfort, frequently mistaken for neck, back, or shoulder issues, or even a heart attack. Many individuals experience sharp or stabbing sensations when turning their neck, taking deep breaths, or moving their upper […]
How Osteopathy Treats Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for Lasting Relief
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Do you frequently experience tingling, numbness, or discomfort in your hands? These symptoms may point to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), a condition that can severely affect your daily life if left untreated. CTS is characterised by the compression of the median nerve, […]
Is sitting the new smoking?
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post Is sitting the new smoking? This is a question many health experts, including osteopaths, have asked. It is a pertinent question because many people have desk-based jobs, and we are able to do more things on the internet, such as online shopping. […]
What made me study Osteopathy
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post I was exposed to osteopathy from a young age. My grandfather was an osteopath in Kingston, my uncle was an osteopath in Wimbledon and New Malden, and my father has been an osteopath in New Malden and central London, working from Harley […]
What do osteopaths treat and why?
HEALTH ADVICE By Laurie Melrose-Doering, Osteopath & Applied Kinesiologist TOPICS IN THE POST Recent Post This article gives a list of conditions treated by osteopaths and an explanation as to why osteopathy can treat such a wide range of medical problems. What is osteopathy? Probably more than you think As osteopaths, we treat a wide range of […]