Summertown Clinic

17/04/2025

🎉 Work for Charity Day – Friday 18th April at Summertown Clinic 🎉

Tomorrow, a group of our amazing team are donating their entire day's work to raise money for two incredible charities — Soundabout and Macmillan Cancer Support 💙

A huge thank you to: James Ruddick, Jo Ruddick, Claire Cullen, Audri Schaay, Louisa Mays, Julia Sinnett (Practice Manager), and Sharon Baskerville (Receptionist) — all of whom are generously sacrificing their salaries for the day to support these causes 🙌

✨ Soundabout is a local Oxfordshire charity using music to empower children with complex disabilities.
👉 Donate here: https://soundabout.enthuse.com/pf/summertown-clinic

💚 Macmillan Cancer Support has been a vital source of care and guidance to one of our team members as they care for a loved one with cancer.
👉 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/summertownclinic

If you're visiting us tomorrow, thank you — your appointment is helping raise funds directly. If you’re not in, but still want to support, just follow the links above.

We’re proud to be part of a community that gives back ❤️

27/02/2025

🌿 Emotional Health Day – Prioritise YOUR Well-being 💙

Life can feel overwhelming, and emotions can sometimes weigh us down. Today, take a moment to pause and check in with yourself—how are you really feeling?

✨ Here are a few small but powerful ways to nurture your emotional well-being:
💨 Breathe – Slow, deep breaths can instantly calm your mind.
🚶‍♀️ Move – A walk in nature or gentle stretching can release tension.
🗣 Talk – Opening up to someone you trust can lighten the load.
😴 Rest – Prioritise quality sleep to recharge your body and mind.
💖 Be kind to yourself – Self-compassion is essential.

But what if emotions feel too deep, or stress is hard to shake? 🤔

This is where hypnotherapy can make a real difference. By working with your subconscious, hypnotherapy helps break negative thought patterns, ease anxiety, and restore emotional balance. Whether you're struggling with stress, trauma, phobias, or emotional blocks, hypnotherapy offers a gentle yet transformative way to heal.

💡 Ready to feel lighter, calmer, and more in control? Linda Flanigan, Clinical Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner, is here to support you. A conversation could be the first step toward emotional freedom. 💙

📩 Get in touch today. Your well-being matters.

15/01/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring! Part-Time Receptionists Wanted!

Looking for a rewarding role in a vibrant health clinic?

Join Summertown Clinic as a friendly and professional Receptionist! Duties include welcoming patients, managing diaries, handling payments, and ensuring the smooth running of our reception area.

💼 Vacancies:

Shift 1: Monday PM & Friday AM
Shift 2: Wednesday PM, Thursday AM & Friday PM
📅 Start Date: 10th February 2025
💷 Rate: £13.52/hour

If you're organised, approachable, and computer-literate, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 Email your CV and cover letter to practicemanager@summertownclinic.co.uk or call 01865 558561 for more info!

Find out https://summertownclinic.co.uk/receptionist-vacancy/

31/12/2024

🌟 Happy New Year from Summertown Clinic! 🌟

As we welcome 2025, we want to take a moment to thank all our wonderful patients, staff, and practitioners for being such an important part of our journey.

To our patients: Your trust and commitment to your health inspire us every day. It’s a privilege to support your wellbeing, and we look forward to continuing to help you thrive in the year ahead.

To our incredible staff and practitioners: Your dedication, skill, and compassion make Summertown Clinic a truly special place. Thank you for all you do to care for our patient community and support each other.

2025 brings new opportunities to grow, heal, and achieve together. Let’s make it a year full of health, happiness, and shared success.

Here’s to a bright and vibrant New Year! 🥂✨

Warmest wishes,

James Ruddick

12/12/2024

We're upgrading our Systems!

After 17 years with TM3 we are moving on! We are currently shifting everything over to Nookal, a new, more innovative practice management system that several other innovative clinics have moved to as well. It will offer a more robust online booking experience and mean we can further improve your experience at our clinic.

Things might be a little intermittent on our Online Booking as we move across so please bear with us, and remember you're more than welcome to give our friendly receptionists a ring on 01865 558561 if you need help.

Thanks for your patience (things should be back to normal by Monday!)

James Ruddick

System Upgrade and Online Booking Outages by admin | 12 Dec, 2024 | Clinic News, Uncategorised | 0 comments Heads Up! We’re Upgrading Our Systems! We’re currently upgrading our practice management system to improve your experience. During this process (it should be ready on Monday 16th December)...

28/10/2024

🎗️🌸 **Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness at Summertown Clinic!** 🌸🎗️

Last Friday, several of our wonderful team members came together in pink to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness. Our osteopath Atlanta Kyte, foot health practitioner Nicola Ruddick, and massage therapist Audri Schaay all donned bright pink clinic coats, standing united to raise awareness for such an important cause.

At Summertown Clinic, we’re dedicated to supporting health and wellbeing in every way we can. It was a fantastic day of solidarity and an important reminder to stay proactive about breast health. Thank you to our team and all who contribute to this meaningful cause! 💖

24/10/2024

🌿 Acupuncture & Menopause: Natural Support for Life’s Transitions 🌿

Menopause can bring physical and emotional changes that affect daily life. At Summertown Clinic, we understand how challenging this time can be, and we’re here to help.

Acupuncture offers a natural and holistic way to support your body through the transition, helping to manage symptoms like hot flushes, insomnia, anxiety, and more. By restoring balance, acupuncture works with your body to ease the journey through menopause.

💡 Interested in learning more? Visit our latest blog from Ben Davies, to dive deeper into how acupuncture can support you during menopause and beyond: https://summertownclinic.co.uk/acupuncture_menopause

Book a consultation with Ben today! https://summertownclinic.connect.tm3app.com/book/acupuncture

14/10/2024

👨‍⚕️ Practitioner Spotlight: Meet James Ruddick 👨‍⚕️

This Back Care Awareness Week, we’re highlighting the experts at Summertown Clinic who are helping our patients live pain-free. Today, we’re sitting down with our Clinical Director and osteopath, James Ruddick, to get his insights on back health.

Q: What are the most common back issues you see in patients?
James: "Many of the patients we see suffer from lower back pain, often triggered by everyday activities like gardening, lifting, or work-related strain. One of the biggest challenges for people is understanding what's causing their pain, especially with so many myths and well-meaning but conflicting advice circulating. It's crucial to not only understand the pain they're presenting with, but also to know the right steps to recovery—so you can come back even stronger. I particularly enjoy helping patients with severe radiating (usually into their leg or foot) back pain, such as sciatica. It's incredibly rewarding to guide them on the path to recovery, seeing them return to their daily activities and doing the things they love."

Q: What’s your number one piece of advice for people experiencing back pain?
James: "Movement is essential. I always advise my patients to stay active, even if it's just gentle stretching throughout the day. Small adjustments, like avoiding low sofas and incorporating regular, light movement, can have a big impact. It's also important to understand why the pain behaves a certain way so that you can make informed decisions about managing and preventing future issues."

Q: What can someone expect when they come to Summertown Clinic for treatment?
James: "We take a highly personalised approach. First, we carefully listen to each patient’s story, not just to understand the physical cause of their pain, but also to appreciate their values and beliefs around it. After a thorough case history, we carry out a detailed examination, which may involve removing some clothing to fully assess the affected area—though we always respect our patients' comfort levels. From there, we explain our findings, helping them understand the underlying cause of their back pain and often considering other factors like lifestyle and overall health. Treatment typically involves hands-on techniques such as manipulation, soft tissue massage, and exercises designed to restore movement and function."

Thanks to James and the rest of our team for their dedication to helping our community live healthier, more active lives! 🙌

Stay tuned for more expert tips throughout the week, and don't forget to grab your free back care leaflet!

10/10/2024

🦴 Back Care Awareness Week is Here! 🦴

Did you know that back pain affects up to 80% of adults at some point in their lives? At Summertown Clinic, we're dedicated to helping you maintain a healthy spine and reduce your risk of back issues. That's why we're excited to kick off Back Care Awareness Week! 🎉

Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing expert tips, advice from our osteopaths and chiropractors, and practical resources to keep your back in top shape.

📄 Free Leaflet: This Back Care Pamphlet is full of useful insights and exercises to help you manage and prevent back pain. Download it here: https://issuu.com/backcare/docs/active_for_2024?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0E94AF3n34SHr3vhj0A2wMIAo6MuiApRZmuaeR-Tt0dCtDsRtOOcmPBBA_aem_M3MZM7lSpxbFH-xMspdjzA

Stay tuned for more posts coming soon, and we will share some of expert top tips from our wonderful Osteopaths and Chiropactors! 👊

08/10/2024

🚆 Back Pain on the Train? 🚆

During Back Care Awareness Week, we’re focusing on how to care for your back while commuting. Our blog ( https://summertownclinic.co.uk/back-pain-on-the-train/ ) offers practical tips for staying comfortable on the train, such as choosing the right seat, avoiding crossed legs, and standing up regularly. Whether it’s lifting luggage or adjusting posture, small changes can make a big difference.

Read more for expert advice from our osteopath, Atlanta Kyte: https://summertownclinic.co.uk/project/atlanta-kyte/

Back Pain on the Train? by Atlanta Kyte | 11 Feb, 2020 | Atlanta's Blogs A Do’s and Don’ts guide by Atlanta Kyte – Osteopath             DO take the time to relax and take some slow deep breaths. Stress is a big contributor to back, neck and shoulder pain, not to mention spats in the ‘...

26/09/2024

🏌️‍♂️ **Golf course closed? It’s the perfect time to focus on your fitness and fine-tune your game!** 🏌️‍♀️

If you're looking to keep your golf form strong or tackle any of those aches and niggles that often creep up on the course, we've got just the expert to help! 💪

Introducing **Andy Nicholettos** – our osteopathy and movement specialist at Summertown Clinic, who has a deep understanding of the demands golf puts on your body. With his wealth of experience in treating athletes and golfers alike, Andy can help you address those recurring issues that affect your performance – from back pain to shoulder stiffness, and everything in between.

Whether you're keen to get fitter or need specific treatment to improve your flexibility, strength, or balance for the golf course, Andy’s tailored approach will make all the difference. 🌟

Check out the video below and head over to our website to learn more about how Andy can help you stay on top of your game, even when the course is closed:

👉 For more about Andy: https://summertownclinic.co.uk/project/andrew-nicholettos/

18/09/2024

Just had a meeting with Andy, our brilliant osteopath, and it struck me – there are 3 ways he's like Batman:

🦸‍♂️ 1. Master Problem Solver – Just like Batman uncovers mysteries in Gotham, Andy expertly identifies and treats the root cause of any musculoskeletal issue. Pain doesn't stand a chance!

🛠 2. Skilled with Tools – Batman has his gadgets, Andy has his osteopathic techniques. Whether it's a tricky joint or a stiff muscle, he knows exactly what to do to save the day (or your back)!

💪 3. Dedicated to Well-being – Batman keeps Gotham safe, Andy keeps us all moving pain-free. Quietly making the world a better place, one patient at a time.

Who knew osteopathy could have such a superhero touch? 😄