Quick Fix for Chronic Pain
Quick Fix for Chronic Pain
This article highlights that chronic pain, defined by its long duration, often involves multiple layers such as mechanical, neurological, or physiological changes. Osteopaths approach chronic pain like detectives, working gently and steadily to unravel these layers for lasting change.
Rubbing Your Back Makes it Worse – HERE’S WHY
This article explains that while massaging sore muscles can help, it may not always be the best option, especially when there's inflammation or a disc issue. Osteopaths often treat areas biomechanically connected to the pain site, offering a more holistic and effective approach.
My Sensitive Nervous System
This article explains the two types of nerves: sensory, which send information to the brain, and motor, which control muscles. It also covers how sensory nerves, like nociceptors, detect harmful stimuli and trigger pain, and how pain perception can vary based on personal experiences and emotions.
Osteopaths – Body Whisperers
This article explains how osteopaths use either a "Direct" or "Indirect" approach to reduce pain and improve movement, depending on the patient’s condition. The approach is tailored to each individual’s needs, considering factors like pain intensity, stress, and overall health.
Osteopaths are Not Magicians or Miracle Workers?
This article discusses how osteopaths assist the body in healing, emphasizing that treatment effectiveness depends on factors like the nature and duration of the problem, general health, and lifestyle. The number of treatments needed varies, and lifestyle changes may be required to support recovery.
Are All the Members of Your Body’s ‘Team’ Working Together?
This article compares the body to a team, where each part has a specific role. When one part becomes dysfunctional, others take on extra load, potentially leading to pain and injury. Osteopaths help by addressing both the painful and non-painful areas to restore balance and function.
Why Am I in Pain?
This article highlights how pain is influenced by personal experiences and emotional states, with different people responding to pain in unique ways. It emphasizes that pain is a natural protective mechanism, helping to warn against injury and promote healing.
