Whats the best sleeping position?
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...Weekend Reads July 2018 – Organic food, oceanscapes and yoga for gardeners.
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...Now accepting card payments!
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...What are knots and what can I do about them?
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...What are discs and what are slipped discs?
Intervertebral discs sit between the bones in your spine (vertebrae) and act as shock absorbers. They also contribute to the flexibility of your spine. Discs sit in the anterior (front) part of your spine so you can’t feel them through your skin. When...Weekend Reads June 2018 – Pigeon Pose & eating Popcorn with Chopsticks
It’s the last day of June so it’s time for your monthly round up of health news. 1. The pigeon pose isn’t suitable for everyone, but if you’re fairly flexible it is a satisfying way to stretch your hips. 2. Apparently popcorn tastes...How do you diagnose Sciatica?
Reaching a diagnosis is a bit like being a detective and collecting as many ‘clues’ as possible. We start by looking at your symptoms. Sciatica usually presents with pain shooting down the back of your thigh and calf. You may also have pins and needles...My favourite stretches for Sciatica
Stretching and exercise are super useful for managing many conditions and sciatica is no exception. Here are some examples of stretches for Sciatica. Everyone is different though, so I recommend you seek professional guidance if you are in pain. Stretch your...Weekend Reads May 2018 – The Secret of Strength and Muscle Growth
Hooray, it’s another bank holiday weekend! I hope you’ve got a relaxing couple of days to look forward to. Scroll down to get up to date with the month’s health news and my latest adventures. 1. 2. There’s no such thing as a detox...
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