Osteopathy Works

15/10/2025

Your spine supports everything you do, from standing tall to simply breathing and moving with ease, yet it’s easy to take it for granted until pain or stiffness sets in.
This year’s theme is all about movement and awareness, because even small daily habits make a big difference for spinal health:
✨ Move regularly
✨ Sit tall and change positions often
✨ Stretch gently throughout the day
✨ Keep your spine strong with good posture and balance
Osteopathy helps keep your spine mobile, aligned, and supported so you can move comfortably every day.

04/09/2025

Cranial osteopathy is a gentle form of manual therapy that uses subtle, hands-on techniques to assess and treat imbalances in the body's tissues, promoting a state of deep relaxation and facilitating the body's self-healing mechanisms. Developed by William Garner Sutherland, it focuses on the subtle, involuntary movements of the body to release stored stresses and strains, and can be used for a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, including babies, children, and adults.

How it works
Subtle Touch:
Cranial osteopaths use a highly developed sense of touch to "listen" to the body's rhythmic, involuntary motions.
Restoring Balance:
By synchronizing with these movements, they identify and gently support restricted areas, helping them to rebalance and move harmoniously with the whole body.
Non-manipulative:
The techniques are very gentle, involving light pressures and prolonged holds rather than forceful manipulation.

Conditions it can help with:

Cranial osteopathy is often used for babies and young children but is suitable for people of all ages, including:
Babies: Excessive crying, feeding difficulties, colic, wind, and sleep disturbances.
Adults: Headaches, migraines, chronic pain, stress, muscle tension, and back/neck pain.
General: Recurrent infections, persistent coughs, and improving overall well-being.

Key Principles

Whole Body Approach:
While the techniques were developed on the head, they can be applied to any part of the body to address deep patterns of tension.
Facilitating Healing:
The goal is not to "fix" a part of the body but to create conditions where the body's own healing mechanisms can work more effectively.
Gentle and Relaxing:
The treatment encourages deep states of relaxation and is considered a suitable option for vulnerable groups like infants and sensitive adults.

If you wish to explore this type of treatment further, either for yourself or for a youngster, please call us on: 01270 886288 and ask for Kathryn.

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05/08/2025

As the summer holidays draw to a close and we prepare to wave our scholars off back to school, it's time to consider an unsung hero of the school year: the humble backpack.
Ensuring your child carries the right backpack is more than a fashion statement—it's about protecting their developing backs from unnecessary strain. Let's dive into how to choose the best for them for ultimate back protection and carrying ability.
If you don’t have children yourself, then consider sharing this information with your friends, other family member or work colleagues – if we all help our young people as much as we can, then hopefully they will grow up with strong bodies, strong spines and healthy minds.
The Heavy Truth:
Kids' backpacks can often be seen bulging with books, PE kits, and who knows what else during term time! While it might seem kids are training for a future career as body-builders, carrying heavier-than-necessary loads can lead to long-term discomfort and posture problems. It’s like asking them to lug around a small kitchen drawer—definitely not ideal!
Choosing the Right Backpack:
When selecting a backpack, look for one that’s both stylish and spine-smart. It should ideally:
Have wide, padded shoulder straps to distribute weight evenly.
Feature a padded back for comfort and support.
Include compartments to balance the load.
Be lightweight itself—leave the heavy lifting to the books!
The Art of Proper Wearing:
A backpack won’t help if it’s worn like a slingshot over one shoulder, no matter how stylish it looks. Instead, make sure they:

Wear both shoulder straps to distribute the weight evenly across the back.
Adjust the straps so the bag fits snugly against the back and doesn’t hang lower than their lower back.
Pack heavier items closest to the back for balance.
Consider using a waist strap if the bag is exceptionally heavy.
Back Health Practices:
Encourage your kids to use lockers if available and check their bags every night so only the essential books are taken into school whenever possible.
Routine osteopathic check-ups can also help identify and prevent any postural issues caused by heavy backpacks, keeping your child’s spine in top-notch condition as they grow.
Should you have any concerns about your child’s back health or would like more personalised advice, we’re here to help!
Here are our contact details and our online booking link where you can book in at a time and day to suit you. Online, 24 hours a day: https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings By phone: 01270 886288.
Hope this helps,
Kendall, Kirsten, Adrian and Kathryn.

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30/07/2025

Beach volleyball injuries, sandcastle building backs, body boarding disasters, frizbee failures, sunbed strains, luggage lifting pulls. We are here to help! 01270886288 ( you might just get Sophie, our new AI receptionist, she can book you in and take your details, or, leave a message and we'll get back to you. She can't tell you how to mend a tyre or give you advice on how to cook turnips- Ive already asked!) https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings is our booking link

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28/07/2025

Want to become an osteopath?

Don't forget - if you are still thinking about studying Osteopathy with us this September, it's not too late to apply through Clearing!

To find out more about the application process, visit www.eso.ac.uk/clearing

Our ESO Admissions team are on hand to talk through any questions you may have. Call us 01622 685989 or email admissions.eso@bcnogroup.ac.uk

09/07/2025

Devices breaking you? We may be able to help. 01270 886288 or book online: https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

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02/07/2025

If you are constantly stiff and fighting pain in your back, neck, arms, hips or knees, have headaches, you may find it beneficial to visit an osteopath. We are based in Betley, have free parking, a cold water machine, really bad dad jokes ( so I'm told!) and you can usually get in to see us within two working days or less. Broadly, we are open from 08:00 Monday to Friday with a late night on Wednesday, we also run a Saturday clinic. We have a cranial osteopath running our baby and children's clinic. Our sports injury clinic is on a Wednesday. Should you need us this is our number: 01270 886288, and this is our online booking number, which gets you to our diary 24 hours a day: https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings . Hope this helps.

01/07/2025

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01/07/2025

With UK temperatures soaring above 30°C today, it’s important to look after ourselves and those around us. Here are some key reminders to help you, your patients, friends and family stay safe in the heat:

✅ Apply sunscreen — Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and remember to reapply regularly, especially after swimming or sweating.
👒 Cover up — Wear loose-fitting, light clothing, wide-brimmed hats that shade your face, neck and ears, and sunglasses with UV protection.
🌳 Seek shade — Especially between 11am and 3pm when the sun’s rays are strongest.
💧 Stay hydrated — Drink plenty of water throughout the day
🤝 Check on others — Keep an eye on those more vulnerable to heat, such as older adults, young children, and people with chronic health conditions.

Let’s enjoy the sunshine safely! 🌞For more information, visit www.nhs.uk

01/07/2025

The great British summer–the sun is out (sometimes), the road trips are planned, and the allure of distant lands beckons. As we trade our wellies for sun glasses, preparation is key to ensuring our travels are as comfortable as a Sunday lie-in.
Your osteopathic guide is here to help make your holiday experience as smooth and pain-free as possible!
Here are a few tips to keep your body in great shape while you are away, because no one wants their holiday spoiled by pain.
One really important thing to do is to have a pre-travel osteopathic check-up. Tackling any little niggles or aches and pains before you go is like ensuring your satnav’s up to date—avoids unexpected detours of discomfort.
While jetting off, you'll likely be sitting around airport lounges and on aircraft longer than a Horse-guard at Buckingham Palace, which can leave you stiff and in pain. Try to keep your back straight back, your feet firmly planted so you are stable and comfortable. Pop a small lumbar pillow in your hand luggage, or roll up a jumper for some back support. Experience has taught me there are three points of danger ( unless you are diving with sharks, that’ll make four). Luggage in and out of the boot of the car, luggage off the carousel and, oddly, sunbeds. They were not built for humans to sit on.
Next, there's that all-important ‘ movement’ to do. Whether it’s a stroll down the airplane aisle or a pit stop on the M4, remember to move about to boost circulation and stave off sluggishness.
Beware, the airplane cabin is a master of disguise, slyly depleting your body of hydration. Drink plenty of water! While G&Ts at 30,000 feet have their charm, moderation is key to keeping dehydration at bay. Pack some nourishing snacks too, so you’re not tempted to buy unhealthy crisps or sweets while travelling.
Before you go, a quick osteopathic tune-up can realign your body and set you off to enjoy your holiday as you deserve. And if the worst happens and you do hurt yourself while you are away, remember you can book online while you are away to ensure you get seen as soon as you are back home.
As ever here are our contact details : 01270 886288, leave a message and we will reply between patients. https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings gets you to our online booking system.
Hope this helps. Have a great summer.
Kendall Kirsten, Adrian and Kathryn.

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25/06/2025

Keep active, keep loose, stay as strong as you can and enjoy the summer. If you need help with pain give us a call: 01270 886288 or click on the link to book in with one of our four osteopaths. https://osteopathy-works-ltd.au1.cliniko.com/bookings
(Sorry about being a bit late with the summer solstice bit!)

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20/06/2025