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Breaking the Cycle of Stress and Physical Pain
16 February 2026

Breaking the Cycle of Stress and Physical Pain

Have you ever noticed that your shoulders feel tighter during a particularly stressful week at work? Or that your chronic back pain seems to flare up when you're dealing with family pressures? You're not imagining things. There’s a very real connection between emotional stress and physical pain that creates a cycle many people find difficult to break. read more

What to Expect During Your First Osteopathy Appointment
6 January 2026

What to Expect During Your First Osteopathy Appointment

Trying something new for your health can feel a bit daunting, especially when it involves hands-on treatment. If you've booked your first osteopathy appointment at Canterbury Health Hub and are wondering what to expect, this guide will walk you through the process so you feel informed and at ease. read more

Cricket Season: Staying Injury-Free and Ready to Play
4 December 2025

Cricket Season: Staying Injury-Free and Ready to Play

Cricket season is now in full swing and we’re starting to see some cricketers come into the clinic with their aches and pains. With long hours spent bowling, batting, and fielding, Cricket is a demanding sport that places significant strain on the body. Whether you’re sprinting between the wickets, diving in the field, or delivering a fast ball, each action puts pressure on your joints, muscles, and connective tissues. read more

Suspect a Sprained Rib? Here's What to Do.
3 November 2025

Suspect a Sprained Rib? Here's What to Do.

Rib pain that hurts during a twist, cough, or awkward movement might be more than just a sore muscle, it could be a rib sprain. While less talked about than fractures, rib sprains can be painful and limiting. read more

Sleep Positions and Their Effect on Your Spine
3 October 2025

Sleep Positions and Their Effect on Your Spine

We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, yet many people overlook how their sleep position impacts spinal health. Poor posture during sleep can lead to back pain, neck stiffness, and long-term issues with alignment. Here’s how common sleep positions affect your spine and how to improve them. 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

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

The Benefits of Walking
13 June 2025

The Benefits of Walking

Walking is a great form of exercise that is easy to do, doesn’t have to take a long time, doesn’t cost anything and needs no equipment. It's also a great form of exercise that can provide benefit for anyone and everyone! read more

Effective Exercises to Relieve Neck Pain and Improve Flexibility
3 April 2025

Effective Exercises to Relieve Neck Pain and Improve Flexibility

Suffering from neck pain can significantly interfere with our daily activities. This pain may cause restricted motion, stiffness, discomfort, or even headaches originating from the neck. It can occur due to a variety of reasons, including poor posture, muscle strain, and degenerative changes. read more