Leyton Osteopaths
osteopathy clinic in THE HEART OF leyton, east london
Struggling To Do Your Rehabilitation Exercises? – Try This
Last night I noticed an interesting change in my behaviour. Putting the bin out is usually a hassle. I live on the third floor and have a hundred and one other things I need to get done in the evening, including entertaining two small children who decide every single night they don’t want to go […]
Demand Versus Capability
These three simple words can help us understand why most injuries happen. Demand Versus Capability When the demand we place on the various tissues of our bodies exceeds their capabilities, pain and injury are the likely outcome. Jump from the top of a ladder to the ground and there’s a very real chance of breaking […]
Back Spasms & Muscle Spasms
Muscle spasms are a common cause of back pain that can be extremely painful and debilitating. Few other injuries cause as much panic and anxiety. Many people go to A&E with back spasms, the pain is so intense it seems like the only sensible option. Invariably they regret this decision as they sat waiting for […]
Healthy Bones
An often overlooked part of our bodies when it comes to health and fitness is our bones. Many people think of bones as solid or unchanging, but in reality, they are living tissues that undergo continuous renewal through a process called bone remodelling. Bone mass typically peaks in early adulthood, around the age of 30 to 35. After this, bone […]
Muscles Mass – Live Longer, in Better Health
At Leyton Osteopaths, we’re always looking for ways to help you feel your best—today and in the years to come. One key factor in long-term health that is often under appreciated is muscle mass. We often discuss muscles in relation to rehabilitation, preventing injury and protecting joints. But did you know, there is a strong connection between […]
Sitting Well For Less Aches & Pains
I’m frequently asked for advice on how to sit properly, especially when working at a desk. Searching online there are several ergonomic principles that are regurgitated time and again: Screen should be at eye level Feet flat on the floor Back straight and supported Arms parallel to the floor Knees and elbows at 90 degrees […]