Do you or someone you know have an injury that requires surgery? Have you been told that you need a replacement hip or knee? Have you had an accident that involved you breaking or rupturing something, then having to wear a splint for 4-8 weeks? Are you on crutches after spraining an ankle or damaging …
“A year ago, four of us undertook the coast-to-coast hiking challenge across the breadth of England. It involved a 191-mile trek with several peaks to climb … and stunning scenery along the way,” says Judy of Warboys in Cambridgeshire. “Unfortunately, I twisted my ankle on uneven ground just two days into the walk. I had …
Summer is officially on its way. How are you feeling? This is the time of year when our bodies and minds are starting to wake from our deep winter slumber. As we shed our winter cocoons and start to do more again, we may feel sluggish. It’s important to nourish our bodies with everything that …
We all love food and eating. You’ve probably heard the saying: “You are what you eat.” You possibly know that we should be eating five pieces of fruit and vegetables daily, but have you thought about why you need food? Simply put, the food you eat needs to provide you with all the building blocks …
Friends and family and the social connections that we make with them are essential for our health. I think most of us have been impacted, especially last year when we were in lockdown and couldn’t visit our friends and family in person. So why are they important? Physical health: Good friendships can decrease your risk …
The recent news that operations are now facing a two-year waiting list, means that now, more than ever, we need to start looking at prevention. As you know, here at Shefford Osteopathic Clinic we are not just about clicking and crunching your back. We look at the whole of you and your body, which includes …
During stressful periods, a lot of us hold tension in our shoulders. Beyond the obvious pain and tenderness, there are some other problems that can arise from this. Neck Pain and Headaches The muscles on the tops of your shoulders attach to the neck. Tension here can quickly lead to more tight muscles in the …
“You cannot pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.” Unknown Author Sometimes we are so busy taking care of others that we forget to take care of ourselves. Self-care matters. What is Self-Care? Self-care is the practice of consciously doing things that preserve or improve your mental or physical health. It’s about …
Osteoarthritis: Helping Yourself Without Surgery It is a common misconception that osteoarthritis (or just “arthritis”) is something that you just have to live with. Sometimes surgery is necessary in the late stage, but some joints cannot be replaced, and if you don’t have to suffer through to that point at all, why would you? Arthritis …
Arthritis is a vague term that could be used to describe anything where a joint suffers inflammation. Most commonly, it is used in reference to osteoarthritis (OA). Osteoarthritis Basics Osteoarthritis (OA) is the “wear and tear” form of arthritis. More recently, the description has shifted to “wear, tear, and repair” in reference to the body’s …