Spinal Stenosis Spinal stenosis is a condition which affects many people and happens when the space around the spinal cord becomes narrowed. This occurs most commonly in the lumbar region, but can occur in the cervical region too. As the space becomes narrow, there may be pressure on the spinal cord and also the supporting […]
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Choosing a Mattress that is right for you is so important for a good nights sleep. The old saying of one size fits all certainly does not apply to mattress buying. There is a common belief that for a mattress to be good, it must be firm, but this is not always the case. Here […]
Try these top tips to beat the winter blues and take care of you As the weather becomes colder, wetter and the skies turn grey, we may not feel so energised and enthused to go outside, but exercise is so important, both mentally and physically. It helps us to stay supple, gets the blood pumping […]
Sleep and pain There are many reasons why we may not be sleeping well including stress, mental over-activity or pain. Sometimes chronic pain can result in weeks or months of poor sleep and longer term sleep deprivation. This cycle of poor sleep can then lead to increased pain as the body has less recovery time […]
Keeping fit during the Winter months- try these top tips from the team The damp, cold days are not great at motivating even the best of us to get out and exercise, but maintaining fitness is so important, both physically and mentally. Being outdoors in the fresh air and enjoying nature and the changes it […]
Helping manage Anxiety Anxiety is a measure of our mind and body’s response to a stressful or new situation. Most of us will have experienced it at some stage. It can present as physical feelings such as a racing heart, shaking, feeling sick, breathlessness and sweating to mind racing and feelings of panic. Often anxiety […]
Mental Health and Wellbeing- It is OK to feel not so OK Each one of us will respond differently to Lockdown and Covid and this is OK. It is also OK to feel stressed, anxious, sad or however indeed we feel. There are some great tools out there that can help us through on the […]
Getting in and out of your car with Back Pain- All you need is a plastic bag and a bit of imagination! One thing that a lot of our patients struggle with when they experience back pain, is getting into and out of their cars. Sometimes this may be due to the car itself, not […]
Pregnancy is a time of great emotion and also a time for great change too. Many women experience a joyful pregnancy without too many challenges, but for others this is simply not the case. During pregnancy there are a huge number of postural and hormonal changes that your body goes through and these put demands […]
New to exercise- follow these 8 top tips If you are new to exercise or you perhaps haven’t exercised for a while, consider these simple tips to ensure success. 1- Have a vision- why am I wanting to exercise, what do I want to achieve and what do I need to get me there? 2- […]
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Suffering from Women's Health Issues? Perhaps menopausal symptoms or heavy periods? May be preparing for pregnancy or battling with morning sickness? ![]()
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Have you considered trying Acupuncture? Why not speak to Rebecca Bond Acupuncturist at Broadwater Osteopaths. Rebecca has a specialist interest in Women's health and would be happy to answer any questions you may have. ![]()
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Runners Foot care with Worthing Chiropodist Sue Potten![]()
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Recently in clinic, Sue has seen a lot of very sorry looking 'runner's feet'. Often feet can become neglected, but we all know how important they are and how a tiny issue, such as a corn or blister, can cause discomfort and altered gait patterns. ![]()
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Here Sue shares some of her top tips for runners. Feel free to share and tag in your running buddies. ![]()
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In this blog post Sue share’s some top tips for runners, to help ensure painless feet in tip top shape.![]()
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1- Jot down the date of purchase of any trainers and keep note of miles covered. An average pair should last around 300 miles, but keep a close eye for signs of wear.![]()
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2-Invest in decent breathable socks. There are many on the market specifically targeted for runners.![]()
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3-Don’t pop blisters, but if they do pop, ensure you wash the area in saltwater and apply a clean, dry dressing. If you are very prone to blisters, it may be worth applying some Gehwol cream to areas you suffer with. This will act a bit of a barrier and help to reduce friction.![]()
Keep nails short, but not too short. Follow the line of the top of the toe.![]()
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4-Hydrate often and hydrate your skin too, with an effective moisturiser.![]()
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5-Massage your feet. Using a spikey ball under the foot is a great way to do this.![]()
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5-If you experience foot, ankle, knee or other joint pains when running, see an osteopath or manual therapist for guidance. They can assess your biomechanics and see where any problems lie. Foot issues can impact your gait and running style, so getting a check-up is a worthwhile investment.![]()
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For any footcare needs, speak to your local Chiropodist or better still pay them a visit.![]()
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About the author-Sue Potten has been a Chiropodist in Worthing for over 20 years. She loves all aspects of foot care and educating people on how best they can care for their feet. She deals with all sorts of problems, from fungal nails to corns and complex diabetic assessments. ![]()
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For more info or to book in with Sue, head over to worthingosteopathy.com ![]()
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