Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ) involve the major jaw structures in the head that are responsible for motion, most specifically the lower and upper parts of the jaw (mandible and mandibular fossa of the temporal bone). Symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorders involve: pain in the jaw, aches and pains in and around the ear, a locking jaw and difficulty chewing. All…
For those who suffer from chronic headaches the world can frequently seem a lonely place; often the medical world offers little in the way of answers as to the underlying cause of the headaches, and even more frequently offers no effective solution. The result of which can be truly frustrating, and isolating, for the sufferer. Understanding the common potential causes…
80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. For some people it is chronic long term pain, which feels like it will never go away, for others it’s a short term inconvenience. Fortunately most back pain is temporary and is most often in the lower back, usually caused by doing an activity that places strain…
What is osteopathy? Osteopathy works on the basis that each person’s bones, muscles, ligaments and connective tissue must work smoothly together to achieve wellbeing. An osteopath uses their hands to treat patients by moving, manipulating, stretching and massaging their muscles, limbs and joints. This helps to bring balance to the body by improving the function of joints, increasing the blood…
Osteopathy for Pregnant and Post-partum Mothers Aches and pains are common during pregnancy, as the body changes shape to accommodate the increasing size and weight of the uterus. This involves considerable changes to posture. If the mother has existing back problems, or strains in her body from past accidents or trauma, it may be more difficult for her to accommodate…
Osteopathy and pregnancy Although pregnancy is a natural condition, women often find themselves experiencing various symptoms from sickness to back pain and nausea, very often being told to expect and put up with them. This is not always the case, with many of the unwanted symptoms easily alleviated by ensuring the spine, pelvis, muscles and ligaments are functioning well and…
