By Andrew Siyabalawatte and Sumaiya Farheen, Oct 2023. Degenerative disc disease NHS guidance recognises degenerative disc disease NHS as a common condition affecting the spinal discs. In degenerative disc disease NHS, the disc tissue gradually loses hydration and resilience. As degenerative disc disease NHS progresses, disc function declines, contributing to stiffness, reduced movement, and pain.…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, Sept 2023. Does Running Burn Fat, and Is It Actually Effective? If you’re wondering does running burn fat, the answer is yes- running does burn fat. But the real results depend on how efficiently does running burn fat is supported by your training style, breathing, and consistency. When people…
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By Andrew Siyabalawatte and Sumaiya Farheen, Sept 2023. Lower back and hip pain can turn even a few hours at your desk into a struggle. One of the most effective ways to prevent discomfort is by choosing the right ergonomic office chair that supports your body and ergonomic posture correction. Combine this with healthy sitting…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, July 2023. How Much Does Your Head Weigh? The average human head weighs around 5kg or 11lbs. It is the weight of a bowling ball. In our opinion, the weight of the head is the single most significant predisposition to neck and back pain. The neck and spine support…
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By Sumaiya Farheen, May 2023. Osteoarthritis Living There are several natural ways to help manage osteoarthritis, a number of treatments are also available to reduce the symptoms. We recommended some options further on. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. Some people call it degenerative joint disease or “wear and tear” arthritis. It…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, May 2023. What is Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS)? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a long-term (chronic) condition in which the spine and other areas of the body become inflamed. Risk Factors of AS? HLA-B27 Gene If you have a family history of ankylosing spondylitis, you are more likely to develop the disease. There…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, April 2023. How is Parkinson’s treated on the NHS? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological condition which can be cured that affects movement, coordination, and daily function. It occurs when cured dopamine levels in the brain become reduced, which impacts how cured the body controls motion. On the NHS,…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, April 2023. If you have been told that you have a slipped disc, or you have been experiencing back pain with pain, tingling or numbness travelling into your leg, one of the first things you are likely to search for is: “How do I get my slipped disc back…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, March 2023. There are several reasons why you may feel worse right after a session. This can happen following osteopath, chiropractic, or massage treatment. To try and help you understand that this may not be a negative thing, we explore the reasons below. The Body’s Defence Mechanism We face…
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By Sumaiya Farheen and Andrew Siyabalawatte, March 2023 What is Active Release Technique (ART)? Active Release Therapy (ART) or Technique is a manual therapy approach used to treat soft tissue injuries and dysfunction. It was developed by Dr. Michael Leahy, a chiropractor, in the mid 1980s. ART uses a combination of movement and pressure to…
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