by sarah | Apr 23, 2020
Are you working from home due to coronavirus? You might have noticed stiffness and discomfort across your neck, shoulders and upper back. This is probably down to spending long periods at a poorly set up work station. There are two things you need to do to feel...
by sarah | Apr 8, 2019
Have you heard of the Pomodoro technique? Despite the name, it’s not a tomato sauce recipe but a time management and productivity method. Essentially you choose 1 task, work on it for 25 minutes (set a timer) with no interruptions, then take a 5 minute break....
by sarah | Aug 26, 2018
Another month is nearly over so it’s time to get up to date with health and wellbeing news. 1. Channel 4’s Live Well For Longer looked at back pain and osteopathy. 2. Poor sleep may contribute to feelings of loneliness. 3. What does running do to your...
by sarah | Aug 23, 2018
It is no secret that pregnancy, labour and parenthood put a huge strain on you and your body. From general tiredness to aching backs and limbs and even debilitating conditions such as pubic symphysis dysfunction, there are a myriad of potential problems facing mums...
by sarah | Aug 17, 2018
There’s nothing like a good night’s sleep. That feeling of waking up pleasantly rested, not too hot and not too cold, supported by a comfy pillow and mattress is just bliss. So it is pretty annoying when an uncomfortable pillow stops you sleeping....
by sarah | Aug 9, 2018
There are lots of treatment options for sciatica. Different combinations will work for different people but any treatment needs to be informed by an accurate diagnosis. Treatment basically involves reducing pain and improving your strength and flexibility....
by sarah | Aug 2, 2018
I’m often asked what the best sleeping position is, and the best answer is whichever position feels most comfortable. Having said that there are some advantages and disadvantages to each position. On your Back Many people with neck pain seem to find it more...
by sarah | Jul 29, 2018
Another month is nearly over so it’s time to get up to date with health and wellbeing news. 1. I know a lot of you are busy enjoying summer in your gardens. Try this yoga routine to keep yourself supple and hopefully pain free. 2. An Australian website...
by sarah | Jul 19, 2018
That’s right! At Ashlins we are taking big steps into the 21st century and have just got a card machine. You can now pay for your appointments with me by debit or credit card, so no need to rush to the cash machine anymore. Card payments aren’t...
by sarah | Jul 12, 2018
Knots in muscle are also known as myofascial trigger points (MFTPs), trigger points and tender points. Their name, cause and identification can be contentious but they are a very common phenomenon and frequently contribute to muscular pain. Knots usually have these...