Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

First osteopathy appointment? – Here’s what to expect.

An osteopath aims to improve a person’s overall health and wellness by treating the whole person, not just a single condition or area. If you’ve heard about the benefits of osteopathy but are unsure what to expect at your first appointment, we’re here to help. Here are the answers to some of the common questions from new patients about what to expect at the initial appointment.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd November 1, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

OSTEOPATHY FOR NECK PAIN

Neck pain is a common reason that people come to us seeking osteopathic treatment.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd September 16, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

HAVE YOU TRIED PILATES?

Whether you’re a long-distance runner or at the start of a new fitness routine, Pilates has something for everybody.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd September 2, 2022

calf strain - sports injury in Maidstone and Rainham

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

INJURY BLOG: CALF MUSCLE STRAIN

Muscle strains are a common reason our patients seek out osteopathic treatment. Read on to find out about the different causes and treatment options for calf injuries.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd August 2, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

OSTEOPATHY FOR LOWER BACK PAIN

Are you suffering from lower back pain? You’re not alone! Did you know that four out of five people will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives? Lower back pain is a common reason our patients seek out osteopathic care.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd July 2, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

What is Diabetes?

You may have heard of diabetes, but are you familiar with the signs and symptoms? Let’s take a dive to learn more…

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd June 3, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

Osteopathy FAQs

So you’ve heard about the health benefits of osteopathic treatment and you still have some questions… We’ve got you! We have compiled answers to frequently asked questions that we get asked as osteopaths.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd May 1, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

INJURY BLOG: MEDIAL EPICONDYLITIS (GOLFER’S ELBOW)

You may have heard of tennis elbow, but are you familiar with its counterpart, golfer’s elbow? Both are tendon injuries; the connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone. So what’s the difference? This problem in the outer elbow is known as tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), while golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) is located in the inner elbow and forearm.

Read on to learn more about the causes and symptoms of golfer’s elbow, and how it is treated.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd April 17, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

The Skeletal System

Did you know that the human skeleton has 206 bones! It’s no wonder that the skeletal system accounts for almost a quarter of a person’s body weight. Let’s take a look at your skeletal system and ways to help it function optimally.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd April 2, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

Biceps Tendinopathy

Ever felt a sudden rush of pain down the front of your shoulder? You could be suffering from biceps tendinopathy.

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd March 1, 2022

Tim Wood Healthcare Blog

Sacroiliac joint pain: We can help!

Many of us have experienced lower back pain at some point in our lives. Whether that is after a fall, running or simply sitting down for too long most days. SIJ is short for ‘sacroiliac joint’, and SIJ pain contributes to around 15-30% of back pain. But most of us don’t know much about it, so today we are delving into SIJ pain and how we can help!

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Tim Wood Healthcare Ltd December 20, 2021