Wondering why we keep saying sitting for too long is bad for you? Nowadays, it has been found that the average person spend more than half of their time in a day in 'sedentary pursuits'. This fancy term basically is a broad expression envelopping effortless, energy saving behaviour such as: sitting watching tv, playing video … Continue reading Why sitting is the new smoking
10 reasons why I think children are the best patients
What I deeply love about our profession as osteopaths, is that we all have the opportunity to find fields we feel passionate about and where we are at our best. I do love treating everyone from any age and background and I feel fulfilled and thankful every day for doing what I love. I found … Continue reading 10 reasons why I think children are the best patients
Cranial Osteopathy
Cranial osteopathy follows the same principles mentioned earlier and does not just apply to the head. There are subtle and light techniques used to diagnose and address strains or dysfunctions of the different structures within the head and the living anatomy of the body. Throughout time, following old injuries or trauma (such as a car … Continue reading Cranial Osteopathy
Visceral manipulation
Visceral Osteopathy is a way to approach tension and dysfunction of the body from an organ and its surrounding tissues, in order to improve movement and space dynamics from within. In the general physical assessment, I may find a contributing factor to my patient's problem and posture from altered or decreased motion in one or … Continue reading Visceral manipulation
Structural techniques
I find them efficient for acute injuries, muscular tension, decreased movement of a joint, stiffness and aches. My treatment includes structural manipulations such as: Soft tissue, massage, stretches MET: MET is a direct active technique which uses isometric contraction in order to induce physiological changes promoting better joint movement and muscle health. Good alternative a … Continue reading Structural techniques
Women’s Health and Paediatrics
In pregnancy: Osteopathy will assist and help you coping with or prevent problems like: Low back pain, Reflux, digestive discomfort Ligament laxity Pubic pain Neck pain Cramps Fatigue Sleeplessness Heavy legs, poor circulation, swollen feet, ankles, fingers Varicose veins (poor circulation) Discomfort breathing, shortness of breath Sciatica Carpal tunnel syndrome After birth time: In addition … Continue reading Women’s Health and Paediatrics