What’s the Crack? An overview of the effects of Osteopathic manipulation
Manipulation is a technique used by Osteopaths, Chiropractors and some Physiotherapists in order to improve symptoms of painful...
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- May 25
- 2 min
Nail Reconstruction with Toeflex - what is the process?
Back in March 2023, we were delighted to launch Nail Reconstruction with Toe Flex in clinic, after Sarah, our Foot Health Practitioner,...
- Apr 21
- 2 min
Gardening tips for Spring
Don’t worry we haven't branched out to giving gardening tips and competing with Monty Don. Although if you haven’t planted out you...
- Apr 13
- 4 min
What is Cranial Osteopathy?
Osteopaths work under the principle that there may be a number of contributing factors to the symptoms and will therefore evaluate not...
- Feb 8
- 4 min
Skin Tag, Red Vein & Red Spot removal – the full report
In October, we launched several new treatments here at Physical Balance - Skin Tag, Fine Red Vein & Red Spot removal - so I wanted to...
- Oct 6, 2022
- 2 min
September - Bridget's month of events
September has been a busy month for me outside of clinic, working at some great sporting events across the country and beyond! At the...
- Sep 15, 2022
- 1 min
How do you prepare yourself for the change in seasons?
This month is a time for change in more ways than one. As we adjust to the passing of her Majesty the Queen, and with the blistering...
- Jul 20, 2022
- 2 min
Osteopathy, Chiropractic or Physiotherapy. What’s the difference?
This is a question we are asked a lot. A quick answer is not a lot. There are many factors that cross over and a few that differ.
- Jul 13, 2022
- 2 min
Cycling: Great for your health and anyone can do it!
With the sun shining and the days long, the summer is a perfect time to look at getting fit. Sport is all around us with Wimbledon just...
- May 18, 2022
- 3 min
Love your Liver this Springtime
It's springtime and according to the Chinese Medicine Five Element system, we are aware of the Liver predominantly in this season. What...
- May 6, 2022
- 2 min
Our advice for avoiding back pain when wearing a backpack in National Walking Month
It's National Walking Month, and a year since Robyn completed her epic 107k challenge, we thought it was the perfect time to share...
- Mar 17, 2022
- 2 min
What is Sciatica?
Sciatica is one of the most common presenting complaints in clinic and research by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence...
- Feb 16, 2022
- 3 min
What is the difference between Medical Acupuncture and Traditional Acupuncture?
Towards the end of last year, we were delighted to welcome Dr Dong and Carolyn into the team here at Physical Balance, both with many...
- Jan 24, 2022
- 2 min
Testimonial: Joanne Glister
Looking for help and support to reach an epic goal of 100 lifetime marathons, Joanne came to see Bridget in September as she geared up to...
- Dec 21, 2021
- 3 min
Menopause is not a one size fits all
According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) there are as many as 7 different types of menopause. The cessation of menstruation...
- Dec 13, 2021
- 3 min
Getting yourself ready for the slopes
Many of you will be dusting off your ski’s, waxing them and checking all your gear but have you thought about preparing your body? If...
- Dec 9, 2021
- 2 min
Living in harmony with the seasons is the best way to look after yourself
Patients often come in on the change of seasons to get balanced in accordance to how the qi is moving differently. Winter is the season...
- Nov 18, 2021
- 2 min
How to increase your movement during your day
November for us is all about how we can get you moving more. We are now 1 ½ years into the pandemic which means over 1 ½ years into...
- Oct 28, 2021
- 2 min
Preparing yourself and your garden for winter
Preparing your garden for the winter months can be quite labour intensive. It’s the time of year to clean up your borders, rake your...
- Oct 4, 2021
- 2 min
So, it’s the day after the marathon and you have probably woken up stiff and sore.
You will be pleased to hear this is completely normal, after all your body has just completed something huge! The thought of even getting...
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