
Osteopathy and COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the name given to a group of lung conditions where it is difficult to breathe air out of the lungs. These conditions include Bronchitis and Emphysema. In the UK there are 1.3 million people with a diagnosis of COPD. Patients with COPD are usually aged 35 years of over

Top Tips for Safe Garden Watering
There is nothing nicer than growing and then harvesting and eating your own vegetables. Ongoing beautiful weather can easily lead to a hosepipe ban. If this happens, how should you be taking care of your body and keeping your plants and flowers alive? Here are our top tips for watering safely, looking after your garden

Issues for Breastfeeding Mums
Did you have upper back and neck pain during pregnancy? Have you noticed it more after the birth of your baby? Do you find some feeding (bottle or breastfeeding) positions uncomfortable? This may mean that you struggle to get comfy, or to stay in a position to feed. This may cause your baby to be

Baby Issues When Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is considered the most natural thing in the world. As a mum you are providing a key food source including vitamins, nutrients and immunity to give your baby the best start in life. It is a special time to bond with your baby, convenient and at no additional cost. Breastfeeding is a skill that

Do you suffer with Knee Pain?
Does your knee pain stop you from going shopping? Is your discomfort making it difficult to meet with friends? Does your knee pain prevent you from taking the dog for a walk? Whilst we mostly treat knee pain in older adults (over 55 years old), it affects all age groups. There are many different causes,

The Importance of Care Before and After Your Operation
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
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Biofreeze Cold Therapy Pain Relief
“… delivers targeted pain relief with the benefits of cryotherapy to treat athletic and muscle related injuries, sore or strained muscles, shoulder and arm discomfort, neck, hip and leg pain, painful joints, ankle or foot pain, and pain associated with bruising, and arthritis.” Biofreeze Cold Therapy Pain Relief is available to purchase at Shefford Osteopathic

Sallis Lumbar Support Belt
“… One way stretch elastic support belt, boned back dart. Touch and close fastening. In strong white elastic.” The belts are available in different sizes and you will be fitted for the correct size at the Clinic. The Sallis Lumbar Support Belt is available to purchase at Shefford Osteopathic Clinic Visit the Sallis Healthcare website for