Lumbar disc herniation is a primary cause of lower back pain in adults. Typically, lower lumbar disc herniations occur at L4/5 and L5/S1...

Anxiety currently affects up to 10% of the global population, and is twice as prevalent in females than males. The onset of anxiety can...

This is a question many ask when the majority of us already own a pair of road shoes, and this will of course involve digging into your...

Everyone who picks up an injury whilst training or competing will manage it in a way that makes sense to them. Some will research the...

Typically in the UK, we are a nation of prescribing our way out of pain, without looking at ways of actually preventing problems in the...

Shoulder pain is a common side-effect after any vaccination, particularly after mRNA vaccine, but these are usually mild and...

Patello-femoral joint pain is one of the most common causes of knee pain, and is characterised by discomfort around, behind, or under the...

A study conducted by Seo, B.R. et al. (2021) looked into whether the use of massage guns, or "mechanotherapies" can accelerate muscle...

Raynaud's phenomenon occurs when there is reduced blood flow to the fingers, thought to be due to spasm of the blood vessels. The blood...

Musculoskeletal conditions often involve injury to joints, bones, ligaments, tendons and/or muscles, and include arthritis and low back...

As we ease into the new year, looking after yourself may be something which needs attention. Care of self can range from simple ideas...

Achilles tendonitis occurs when the tendon that connects your calf to your heel bone becomes inflamed and painful. If you do develop this...

Head 2 Toe Osteopathy would like to wish all patients a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year. All of your support has once again...

Many of us will admit then we could do with more sleep, but the demands of our lives often take over and sleep is sacrificed. Sleep...

It is always interesting to hear what new patients expect from their first osteopathic appointment. Some may expect a discussion about...

Chronic lower back pain is very common, and is often multi-factorial, making it a challenge to treat effectively. However, exercise...

Most of us have experienced DOMS after strenuous exercise, by why does this happen? Our muscles are made up of millions of tiny fibres...

Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, occurs when pain is felt on the outer part of the elbow as a result of repetitive movements, such...

Most people know they should warm-up before training, and many feel holding a few stretches will help you perform at a higher level and...

'Cracking' or 'popping' joints appears to be very common, especially amongst teenagers, and is often habitual. But does it cause any...