What is Iliotibial Band Syndrome?

  Iliotibial band syndrome, (ITBS) is an overuse or compensative injury of the connective tissues on the outer part of the thigh and knee. Iliotibial band syndrome is the most common cause of lateral, (outer) knee pain in runners and cyclists. The iliotibial band, (ITB) is a thick band of tissue that begins at the hip and … Read more

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR HELPS WITH ACID REFLUX!

This month I would like to bring your attention to apple cider vinegar. It is probably in your kitchen, but did you know about the amazing health benefits that come along with it? 1. Helps Heartburn and Acid Reflux Acid reflux usually results from having too little acid in the stomach. Apple cider vinegar is full of … Read more

Stop Smoking Acupuncture Treatment

  Smoking Cessation Methods Using Auricular Acupuncture Points When you undergo stop smoking acupuncture treatments, the therapist will stimulate various auricular acupuncture points in order to treat nicotine withdrawal symptoms. Acupuncture aids in supporting the body in the process of detoxification when nicotine leaves the body and it also helps in reducing some of the … Read more

Celebrating the life of Craig Coman

Celebrate Craig Coman on 20th February in Chelsea, it is a chance to talk about the man, without him arguing back, and to celebrate the contributions he made to us and to life.  We have yet to finalise a venue, but to help us plan please could you visit our Facebook page and like us, … Read more

How much sugar?

There is, quite rightly I believe, more and more talk about the amount of sugar in our diets.  Over the coming weeks I am going to use examples of food or beverage items you may or may not come across to highlight just how much sugar there is in some items. Current World Health Organisation … Read more

Forget the Due Date

‘Forget the due date’ by Jan Murphy MRSS   I treat many ladies who say ‘I am late for my due date’ or ‘the baby was early’ and this leads to so much pressure for that particular date, when in fact, what would be more accurate would be a due month or even six weeks. … Read more

Be Heart-ful, Be Mindful

  By Simon Heale LCSP NRHP Mindfulness Teacher and Coach   Are you suffering from any of these: anxiety, stress-related conditions, work crises, family issues, hopelessness, boredom, career issues, relationship stagnation, unhelpful and damaging habits such as smoking or eating issues…..then perhaps this article could give you the space you need to change what doesn’t … Read more

Juicing for Health

Virtually every health authority recommends that we get 6-8 servings of vegetables and fruits per day. Juicing therefore is an easy way to virtually guarantee that you reach your daily target. The benefits of juicing are vital in giving you a radiant, energetic life and optimal health! Valuable and sensitive micronutrients become damaged when you … Read more

Be careful of this………

It is something we’ve all seen done, or done ourselves, and it seems innocent and safe enough.  The kids think it is great fun but is swinging children by their hands OK to do? As a Registered Osteopath  the issues I see are that in children their joints aren’t fully developed, and within the bones … Read more