Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic

Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic The Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic was established in 2010 and is run by Sue Jennings, BSc (Hons), Ost

I was born and have lived in Chatham all of my life, so when choosing where to open my osteopathic clinic, I always knew it would be in my local area of Lordswood so that I could offer help to the local community with their muscle, joint or back pain. Since opening the practice in 2010, it has grown significantly so that it now offers two treatment rooms and a really relaxed and calm waiting room for patients. Our services have grown too so that now we not only offer osteopathy and cranial osteopathy, we also offer sports massage and medical acupuncture. As well as working at the practice, I assist with the examination process for the undergraduate osteopathic students at the European School of Osteopathy, Boxley, Maidstone. I examine the students on clinical neurology which is the assessment of the nervous system and is I feel, one of the most important parts of osteopathy. This special interest of mine has allowed me to help patients with neurological based problems such as disc injuries (prolapses), neurological migraines and strokes. I consider osteopathy to be very effective due to the wide range of different techniques available to the osteopath which allows each treatment to be suited to the individual patient. This means that treatment can be very successful but also means that the patient is very relaxed and confident within their treatment and rehabilitation stretches and exercises.

🔄 When back pain is unpredictable, it's actually telling you something Some days your back is fine. Other days it flares...
13/03/2026

🔄 When back pain is unpredictable, it's actually telling you something

Some days your back is fine. Other days it flares for no obvious reason. That inconsistency is frustrating - but it's also a clue.

Back pain often reflects how well your spine is moving, how surrounding muscles are supporting it, and how much strain it's under day to day. When movement is restricted or uneven, symptoms appear and disappear rather than staying constant.

Common triggers for intermittent back pain:

⚡ Sitting for longer periods than usual
⚡ Sleeping in different positions or beds
⚡ Stress levels affecting muscle tension
⚡ Activities you only do occasionally (gardening, DIY)
⚡ Changes in exercise or movement patterns

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we look at how your spine, pelvis and surrounding joints work together - not just where the pain shows up.

Understanding why your back reacts the way it does makes recurring flare-ups feel less mysterious and far more manageable.

📞 Tired of unpredictable back pain? Call 07809 304027 or book online at: https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

🦵 Lower body pain rarely works in isolation Here's something that surprises a lot of people we see in the clinic - where...
12/03/2026

🦵 Lower body pain rarely works in isolation

Here's something that surprises a lot of people we see in the clinic - where it hurts isn't always where the problem is.

Knee discomfort might be influenced by weak hip muscles. Ankle stiffness can affect how your entire leg moves. Hip issues can change how you walk, creating strain elsewhere.

Your lower body works as a chain - when one link isn't moving properly, others compensate. Quietly at first, then more noticeably over time.

What to watch for:
🔸 Pain that moves around different joints
🔸 One side feeling weaker or less stable than the other
🔸 Difficulty with activities that used to feel easy
🔸 Discomfort that changes depending on what shoes you wear

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we don't just focus on where it hurts. We look at how different joints and tissues interact - how your hip affects your knee, how your ankle influences everything above it.

Understanding these connections makes persistent discomfort make sense and supports more complete recovery.

📞 Struggling with lower body pain? Call 07809 304027 or book online at: https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

⚡ That elbow pain isn't just bad luck - it's your body asking for help Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, rotator cuff irrita...
10/03/2026

⚡ That elbow pain isn't just bad luck - it's your body asking for help

Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, rotator cuff irritation - these aren't random. They happen when you ask the same tissues to perform the same movement repeatedly without proper support.

The pattern usually looks like this: tendons get irritated, muscles start guarding, nearby joints compensate. Left unchecked, it becomes chronic - hurting during activity, lingering afterwards, making simple tasks harder than they should be.

Simple strategies that can help:
💪 Vary your movements throughout the day rather than repeating the exact same action
💪 Take micro-breaks every 20-30 minutes during repetitive tasks
💪 Ice the area for 10-15 minutes after aggravating activities
💪 Pay attention to early warning signs before they become full-blown problems

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we look at the movement patterns behind the strain - why certain muscles or joints are struggling and what needs to change. This addresses the cause, not just the symptom.

Rest might help short-term, but understanding what created the problem prevents it returning.

📞 Struggling with repetitive strain? Call 07809 304027 or book online at:
https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

Sports injuries happen in everyday movement You don’t need to be training for a marathon to get a sports injury. Everyda...
06/03/2026

Sports injuries happen in everyday movement

You don’t need to be training for a marathon to get a sports injury. Everyday fitness and hobbies create just as many problems - sometimes more, because you're less likely to warm up properly or listen to early warning signs.

Common sports-related issues we see at Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic:

⚡ Muscle strains and pulls that linger because the tissue wasn't properly supported while healing
⚡ Joint sprains - especially ankles, knees or wrists - that leave you feeling unstable
⚡ Tendon irritations like tennis elbow or Achilles tendonitis that build gradually from overuse
⚡ Repeated knee and shoulder complaints that flare up every time you return to activity

These issues don't always fully resolve on their own, especially if your body has subtly adapted during recovery. That compensation might feel fine initially, but it sets you up for the same problem recurring.

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we look at both the mechanics of your injury and how your body has compensated. This helps guide proper recovery and prevents future flare-ups.

You don't need to be an athlete to deserve proper treatment for sports injuries.

📞 Dealing with a persistent sports injury? Call 07809 304027 or book online at: https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

Your body may still be compensating People often think of recovery as a straight line: pain → rest → healed. But the rea...
05/03/2026

Your body may still be compensating

People often think of recovery as a straight line: pain → rest → healed. But the real process is more subtle and individual than that.

After an injury, even when pain eases, your body doesn’t automatically return to the movement patterns you had before. Muscles may guard, joints can stiffen, or nearby areas may take on extra load to protect something that still feels vulnerable. That’s why flexibility might improve, but performance doesn’t feel quite right - or why you feel fine one day and sore the next.

A full recovery isn't just about pain disappearing. It's about:

🔹 Rebuilding confidence in how you move

🔹 Recognising what feels stable again and what still needs care

🔹 Reintroducing activity gradually without risking flare-ups

🔹 Addressing compensatory patterns your body has developed

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we don't just treat the original injury - we look at how your whole body has adapted and what it needs to recover properly. That recovery timeline varies from person to person, and treating the movement system matters just as much as treating what initially hurt.

Feeling better is great. But functioning properly is the real goal.

📞 Not quite back to normal after an injury? Call 07809 304027 or book online at: https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

Sometimes pain isn’t the main problem, it’s what it does to the way you move. You might notice yourself hesitating befor...
03/03/2026

Sometimes pain isn’t the main problem, it’s what it does to the way you move.

You might notice yourself hesitating before bending, avoiding certain movements, or moving more cautiously than you used to. Not because you’re lazy or unfit, but because your body doesn’t quite trust itself anymore.

This often happens after repeated flare-ups or unresolved issues. Even when pain settles, your nervous system can stay protective. Muscles tighten sooner. Movements feel less fluid. Confidence drops, even if nothing “bad” is actually happening.

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, we understand this pattern. We look at how safely and comfortably your body moves, not just whether something hurts in a single moment.

Through gentle, hands-on treatment, we work to:

✔️ Release protective muscle tension

✔️ Restore natural movement patterns

✔️ Rebuild your confidence in your body's ability to move

✔️ Address the underlying issues that created the problem in the first place

Restoring ease, balance and trust in movement is often key to longer-term improvement.

If you've found yourself moving differently without really meaning to, your body might be asking for support rather than avoidance.

📞 Ready to move with confidence again? Call 07809 304027 or book online at:

https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

01/03/2026

💙 Pamper & Posture 💙

01/03/2026

✨ IT’S TODAY! ✨
Pamper. Shop. Relax. Learn. Indulge. 💜

Join us at Pamper & Posture from 10am–3pm at Lordswood Leisure Centre for therapies, retail treats, expert talks, lunch, coffee and cake — and a lovely feel-good atmosphere all day long.

Bring a friend, bring Mum… or just bring yourself!

✨ FREE entry – we can’t wait to see you!

28/02/2026

It’s TOMORROW ✨💆‍♀️🧘‍♀️

Join us for our Pamper & Posture Event – a feel-good day of wellness, self-care and expert advice all under one roof!

On the pamper side, we’ve got plenty to help you relax and recharge:

• Indian head massage with Reiki
• Thai foot massage
• Hand & arm massage
• Beauty products
• Press-on nails (fitted on the day or take home)
• Homemade jewellery
• Food intolerance testing help and advice

On the posture side, we’re your hosts at Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic – offering FREE help and advice to get you moving and feeling better.

Plus, don’t miss our expert talks:
🕚 11:00 – Osteopathy
🕦 11:30 – Menopause help & support
🕛 12:00 – Hypnotherapy

Stay for lunch, tea, coffee and cakes, have a browse, enjoy a treatment and make a day of it ☕🍰

We can’t wait to welcome you! 💛

27/02/2026

We are excited to be part of the Pamper & Posture Event!

Come and say hello to the team at Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic 👋

We’ll be there for a relaxed, friendly chat or to answer any questions that you may have about aches, pains or mobility issues.

Everyone who stops by our stall for a chat will receive a free goodie bag — just a little something from us to you to say thank you for stopping by.

We’d love to see you there!

Protective patterns can linger after you’ve recovered... An injury doesn’t always end when the pain settles. You might b...
27/02/2026

Protective patterns can linger after you’ve recovered...

An injury doesn’t always end when the pain settles.

You might be back walking, training or exercising again, but something still feels off.

⚡ Movement feels guarded.

⚡ Confidence hasn’t quite returned.

⚡ Certain actions still trigger discomfort.

That’s often because the body adapts during injury. Muscles protect, joints stiffen and other areas quietly take on extra load. Even when pain reduces, those patterns can linger and slow proper recovery.

Osteopathy focuses on helping your body move freely again, easing unnecessary tension, improving joint movement, and supporting circulation so healing tissues can function as they should.

At Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, recovery isn’t about rushing you back or pushing through pain. It’s about restoring balanced movement so returning to activity feels natural, not forced.

Getting back to sport or exercise should bring confidence, not caution. Need some support? Book an appointment today.

📞 07809 304027
💻 Book online: https://lordswood-osteopathic-clinic.cliniko.com/bookings

26/02/2026

✨ Bee Happy Candles by Josh✨

Hand-poured natural soy candles in beautifully unique vessels — the perfect cosy touch for your home or a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift. 💜

Come and have a browse on the day!

Sunday 1st March | FREE entry

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Lordswood Osteopathic Clinic, Lordswood Leisure Centre
Chatham
ME58YE

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
7pm - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
7pm - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+447809304027

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