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Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain
12 September 2025

Why “No Pain, No Gain” Is Old Hat, Especially for Chronic Pain

If you live with chronic pain, you've likely heard it all before: “Push through it,” “Mind over matter,” or the old favourite, “No pain, no gain.” While these slogans might work in a gym setting or a motivational poster, they’re not helpful, and are often harmful, when it comes to long-term pain conditions. read more

Plantar Fasciitis
4 September 2025

Plantar Fasciitis

Do you wake up in the morning with a sharp, stabbing pain in your heel? Does your foot ache after long periods of standing, walking, or running? Have you noticed the discomfort eases after moving around, only to return later in the day? read more

What is Upper Cross Syndrome and how can massage help correct it?
13 August 2025

What is Upper Cross Syndrome and how can massage help correct it?

Upper Cross Syndrome (UCS) is best described as a common postural presentation caused by a muscular imbalance affecting the shoulder complex and the neck. This imbalance is caused by key muscle groups in the front and back of our upper body being equally weak in some parts and tight in other parts. read more

Cervicogenic Headaches
6 August 2025

Cervicogenic Headaches

Is it a headache or is it neck pain?? The answer is… sometimes it’s actually both! Cervicogenic headaches are usually felt at the back of the head and are caused by tension and pain in the back of your neck. read more

Tendon Injuries: How Osteopathy Can Help?
11 July 2025

Tendon Injuries: How Osteopathy Can Help?

Tendon injuries are a common concern, especially among those with active lifestyles. Whether it's a nagging achilles issue or a persistent rotator cuff strain, tendon injuries can significantly impact quality of life. read more

Cupping Therapy: What is it and how can it help?
3 July 2025

Cupping Therapy: What is it and how can it help?

Have you heard about cupping therapy? Are you wondering what it is and how it could help you? Does cupping even work? read more

Exercise as We Age
14 March 2025

Exercise as We Age

Regular physical activity offers numerous health benefits. It not only strengthens muscles and bones but can also support overall well-being by helping maintain a healthy weight, improving cardiovascular health, and reducing the risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes. Exercise can also enhance mental health by alleviating stress, anxiety, and depression, and it contributes to better sleep quality. read more

The Importance of Core Strength and Consequences of Core Weakness
5 February 2025

The Importance of Core Strength and Consequences of Core Weakness

Core strength is essential for overall body stability, balance, and functional movement. The core includes not just the abdominal muscles, but also the back, hips, and pelvis. read more

Everything you need to know about Shin Splints
8 April 2024

Everything you need to know about Shin Splints

Have you been running a lot more recently? Trying to improve your ability to run? Or have you been jumping a lot more often? Are you also getting pain along the shin? Then you may have a condition known as Medial tibial stress syndrome aka shin splints. read more

What is the difference between Osteopathy and Myotherapy?
27 July 2023

What is the difference between Osteopathy and Myotherapy?

Osteopathy and Myotherapy are both manual therapies that aim to address pain and discomfort in the body, but they differ in their approach and techniques used. Osteopathy focuses on the musculoskeletal system and aims to improve the overall health and function of the body, while Myotherapy focuses on the treatment and management of musculoskeletal pain, tightness and restriction. read more