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 […]
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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 […]
Obesity is very much a growing concern in the UK and is one of the leading health risks. Battles with weight are common conversations we have in clinic, especially relating to joint pains and exercise. How much is exercise key in weight loss and how much is your calorie intake? There are numerous research papers […]
If you are experiencing back pain whilst breast feeding, try these 5 simple tips from the team. Back pain or neck and shoulder pain is a common complaint we hear from patients. Try these simple tips to see if they help ease those aches and niggles. Keep your baby Close This may sound obvious, but […]
At Broadwater Osteopathic Practice we live and breathe back & neck pain….let us help you too….call us today Worthing Our practice has been established in Worthing for over 30 years. We have a proven track record for assisting thousands of local people, so you can rest assured you are in good hands. We are the […]
A surprising number of patients come to see us saying things like “I am simply broken” or “it’s what I should expect at my age I suppose” or “my back is really weak”. The question is, is this Really true? Sometimes Mr Google will have led them to this belief or it could have been […]
In Pain and Fed up? You are not alone…..by the BOP Osteopaths The main reason that people come to see us at BOP, is pain, with stress being a close second to this. Whether it be back, neck, joint or arthritic pains, period pains; or headaches- pain is the primary trigger for a visit. Many […]
Frozen Shoulders- What to do and what not to do, that is the question! DO Follow advice given by your doctor or manual therapist. Frozen shoulders are not quickly ‘fixed’, they take time and you may well need some pain relief. Do any exercises set regularly and do them on both sides. It is important […]
5 Simple tips to help your back pain today, by Broadwater Osteopaths, Worthing, Sussex Keep active- Keeping moving is one of the most important things to do to help prevent seizing up.Even if the pain is bad and you are forced to rest, aim to get up every hourand walk around. Changing position regularly will […]
TOP TIPS TO HELP PREVENT BACK PAIN These are just 8 suggestions on how to lessen back pain occurring. Follow these and you will behelping your back. Weight management- Maintain a good weight. Check out your BMI and look to address weight issues. The more ‘ideal’ your weight, the less loading there will be on […]
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Chronic fatigue syndrome is characterised by severe, disabling fatigue, and other symptoms such as musculoskeletal pain, sleep disturbance, impaired concentration and headaches (Reid 2007).![]()
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The prevalence of chronic fatigue syndrome has been estimated to be from 0.007% to 2.8% in the general adult population, and from 0.006% to 3.0% in primary care, depending on the criteria used (Afari 2003). Chronic fatigue syndrome imposes substantial economic costs on society, mainly in terms of informal care costs and lost employment (McCrone 2003).![]()
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The cause of the syndrome remains poorly understood, but hypotheses include endocrine and immunological abnormalities, autonomic nervous system dysfunction, abnormal pain processing and certain infectious illnesses, such as Epstein-Barr virus and viral meningitis (Gur 2008, White 2001). People who have had a prior psychiatric disorder are nearly three times more likely to have chronic fatigue syndrome later in life than those who have not (Harvey 2008).![]()
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Prognosis is poor, with only around 5% of adults returning to pre-syndrome levels of functioning (Cairns 2005). Aims of treatment are to reduce levels of fatigue and associated symptoms, to increase levels of activity, and to improve quality of life. Conventional approaches include graded exercise therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and antidepressant drugs (DTB 2001).![]()
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How acupuncture can help![]()
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There are consistent positive results from observational studies (Wang 2008, Huang 2008, Guo 2007), but very few randomised controlled trials as yet (Wang 2009a, 2009b; Yiu 2007; Li 2006) In the meantime, given the often unsatisfactory outcomes from conventional treatments, Acupuncture may be a worthwhile option to consider, probably as part of a combined approach. There is evidence to support its effectiveness for some of the common symptoms – chronic pain, insomnia, depression (refer to the relevant Fact Sheets for details), but for chronic fatigue syndrome as a whole there is a need for more, and higher quality, research.![]()
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Repetitive strain injuries![]()
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Repetitive strain injuries, are, as the name implies, injuries sustained as a result of repetitive movements and overuse. Injury occurs to the musculoskeletal and nervous system, generally in an accumulative fashion.![]()
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The condition tends to occur more in the upper body, effecting the hands, wrists, forearms, arms, neck and shoulders.![]()
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Patients will commonly describe symptoms which build up gradually and may include pain, stiffness, weakness, cramping, tingling, numbness and swelling. These symptoms can range from being mild to severe, but without treatment they can become more severe and longer lasting.![]()
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What causes it?![]()
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It is often repetitive activities or a combination of poor posture and poor working positions. Vibrations and excessive gripping or trauma may also cause it. Cold temperatures and stress are also thought to contribute to it.![]()
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What can you do?![]()
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Look at activities that you feel may be causing the symptoms. Is there any way you can adapt these activities or change them or rest from them for a period of time? Speak to your employer if this relates to work.![]()
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Ani-inflammatory drugs and pain killers may assist with symptoms. Splints and supports can also give some relief as can the use of hot and cold packs.![]()
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Osteopathy, acupuncture, physiotherapy and massage may also help to reduce symptoms. The use of electrotherapy like ultrasound can also help.![]()
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Prevention![]()
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It is a good idea to assess your daily tasks and see how you can make small changes to them.![]()
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Take regular breaks, stretch and use good postural control![]()
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Look at yoga or pilates to help you with this and strengthen weak muscle groups. Look at tackling stress and general wellbeing too, to aid a more relaxed mental attitude. ![]()
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Check how your desk is set up and speak to occupational health if you require advice on this or check out some of the government sites online. ![]()
These offer simple ways to help you understand how to set your desk up properly.![]()
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