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Laura Fishlock Osteopathy

Injury management and prevention specialists helping you live life without the burden of pain.
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08/10/2025

🛏️ THE PILLOW PRESCRIPTION: How Your Sleep Setup Affects Tomorrow's Pain

Your pillow choice could be creating tomorrow's neck pain tonight. Here's the science of sleep positioning for pain prevention.

Sleep position pain patterns:
• Side sleepers: Shoulder compression, neck gaps • Back sleepers: Lower back arch, snoring issues
• Stomach sleepers: Neck rotation strain, back extension
• Combination sleepers: Inconsistent support needs

Your sleep setup prescription:
Side sleepers:
🛏️ Firm pillow to fill neck gap
🦵 Pillow between knees for spine alignment
💪 Avoid sleeping on painful shoulder

Back sleepers:
🛏️ Medium support pillow
🦵 Small pillow under knees
📐 Maintain natural neck curve

Stomach sleepers:
🛏️ Thin pillow or no pillow
🦵 Pillow under hips to reduce back arch
⚠️ Consider transitioning to side sleeping

The 8-hour rule: You spend 1/3 of your life in sleep position. Make it count for healing, not harm!

Tonight's experiment: Try one adjustment to your sleep setup and notice tomorrow's comfort level.

Waking up stiff despite good sleep hygiene? Physical restrictions may need professional assessment and treatment.

EXCITING NEWS COMING SOON FOR ALL YOUR PILLOW NEEDS - WE'RE UPPING OUR GAME CAN YOU GUESS?

06/10/2025

😴 MONDAY ENERGY AUDIT: Why October Sleep Matters More

Feeling more tired than usual lately? October's shorter days are triggering your body's natural preparation for deeper rest cycles.

October sleep science:
• Daylight reduction affects melatonin production
• Temperature changes influence sleep quality
• Back-to-routine stress disrupts sleep patterns
• Your body craves more recovery time

Your autumn sleep optimisation plan:
🌅 Morning light exposure (even on cloudy days)
🌡️ Cooler bedroom temps (16-18°C is ideal)
📵 Earlier screen cutoff as days shorten
☕ Caffeine cutoff by 2 PM
🛏️ Consistent bedtime routine (yes, weekends too!)

The energy equation:
Better sleep = better pain management = better energy = better sleep.

It's a positive cycle!

This week's challenge: Track your energy levels at 10 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM. Notice patterns and adjust accordingly.

Pro tip: Your Monday energy is a direct reflection of your weekend sleep quality. Plan accordingly!

Chronic fatigue affecting your pain levels? Our approach addresses both sleep optimization and physical recovery.

03/10/2025

🏢 FRIDAY FOCUS: Meet Naomi - Your Women's Health & Scar Tissue Specialist

This week we're celebrating Naomi Qualters-Fry, our Massage Therapist with specialist expertise in women's health and scar tissue therapy! 🙌

What makes Naomi exceptional:
• Expert massage therapy with specialised women's health focus
• Advanced training in scar tissue rehabilitation and therapy
• Combines therapeutic massage with targeted scar tissue techniques
• Specialises in post-surgical recovery and women's wellness
• Compassionate care tailored to women's unique health needs

Naomi's philosophy: "Healing happens when we honour the body's story—including the scars that show our strength."

Perfect for: Women recovering from surgery, dealing with scar tissue restrictions, seeking specialised women's health support, and anyone needing expert therapeutic massage care.

Weekend wellness insight from Naomi: "Scar tissue isn't just skin deep—it affects movement patterns throughout your body. Proper treatment restores both function and confidence."

The Naomi advantage: Her specialised approach means you receive both expert therapeutic massage AND targeted scar tissue therapy, with deep understanding of women's health needs—all in one compassionate session!

Ready for specialised care that truly understands women's health? Naomi's expertise in massage therapy and scar tissue rehabilitation delivers comprehensive treatment designed specifically for women's wellness.

01/10/2025

🖥️ SCREEN NECK SYNDROME: The Modern Epidemic Hiding in Plain Sight

Forward head posture affects 90% of office workers. Here's why your tech habits are literally reshaping your spine.

The anatomy of screen neck:
• Head weighs 5kg in neutral position
• Forward 2.5cm = 12kg of pressure
• Forward 5cm = 18kg of pressure!
• Neck muscles work overtime
• Headaches, shoulder pain, and fatigue follow

Your screen neck intervention:
📱 Bring devices to eye level, not eyes to devices
⏰ 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 min, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds
🧘‍♂️ Chin tucks (10 reps every hour)
💪 Upper back strengthening exercises
🛏️ Proper pillow support for sleep recovery

The shocking truth: Your head position right now is training your spine for tomorrow's pain. Check it!

Try this: Notice your head position as you read this. Gently draw your chin back and lift the crown of your head. Feel the difference?

Persistent neck pain despite good ergonomics? Deep tissue restrictions may need professional treatment to fully resolve.

29/09/2025

💻 MONDAY MAKEOVER: Your Desk Setup is Your Health Setup

New month, perfect time to audit your workspace! Your desk setup could be your biggest pain trigger OR your best healing tool.

The 8-hour reality check:
• Average person spends 8+ hours at desk
• Poor ergonomics = cumulative damage
• Small adjustments = massive long-term benefits • Your workspace affects your headspace too!

Your 5-minute desk audit:
👀 Screen at eye level (no neck craning)
💺 Feet flat on floor, knees at 90°
⌨️ Elbows at 90°, wrists neutral
📱 Phone within easy reach
💡 Adequate lighting to prevent squinting

The game-changer: Your chair height affects EVERYTHING else. Start there!

This week's mission: Make ONE ergonomic improvement today. Notice how it affects your comfort by Friday.

Bonus tip: Set hourly reminders to check your posture. Awareness is the first step to change!

Chronic desk-related pain? Our workplace wellness assessments identify your specific risk factors and solutions.

26/09/2025

🌟 FRIDAY FEATURE: Autumn Activity Prep - Stay Active, Stay Safe

September = sports season returns! Here's how to transition from summer activities to autumn adventures without injury.

Common September scenarios:
🏃‍♂️ Return to regular gym routine
⚽ Weekend football leagues restart
🏌️‍♂️ Golf season continues with cooler weather
🚴‍♂️ Cycling in changing conditions
🥾 Hiking with temperature variations

Your activity transition checklist:
✅ Gradual intensity increases (10% rule)
✅ Longer warm-ups in cooler weather
✅ Layer management during exercise
✅ Post-activity recovery protocols
✅ Listen to your body's adaptation signals

Weekend challenge: Try one "new-to-you" autumn activity this weekend. Maybe it's a nature walk, outdoor yoga, or playing with the kids in the garden!

Community question:
What's your favourite autumn activity?
How do you prepare your body for seasonal sports?
Planning to get more active this autumn?

Book a movement assessment to optimise your performance and prevent injuries!

24/09/2025

🌡️ TEMPERATURE TRAUMA: How Weather Changes Trigger Pain Flares

"I can predict rain in my joints!" Sound familiar? There's real science behind weather-related pain increases.

The barometric pressure connection:
• Dropping pressure = tissue expansion
• Humidity changes affect inflammation
• Temperature shifts alter blood flow
• Your nervous system becomes hypersensitive
• Old injuries "remember" weather patterns

Your weather-proofing protocol:
🌡️ Layer clothing for temperature control
💧 Increase water intake on pressure-drop days
🔥 Gentle heat therapy before weather changes
🧘‍♂️ Extra stress management during transitions
📱 Use weather apps to predict flare days

Pro tip: Start your weather-proofing routine 24 hours BEFORE predicted changes. Prevention beats reaction every time!

Today's action: Check tomorrow's weather and prep your body accordingly. Small preparation = big comfort gains!

Struggling with weather-related pain flares? Our treatment approach includes environmental adaptation strategies.

22/09/2025

🍂 SEPTEMBER RESET: Why Your Body Craves Routine After Summer

Feeling scattered after summer's irregular schedule?
Your nervous system is actually begging for structure right now!

What's happening in your body:
• Circadian rhythms are recalibrating
• Temperature changes affect joint mobility
• Back-to-work stress creates muscle tension
• Your body remembers "September stress" from previous years

Your September stabilisation plan:
🕰️ Consistent wake/sleep times (even weekends!)
☀️ Morning sunlight exposure (10 minutes minimum)
🚶‍♂️ Regular movement breaks every hour
🧘‍♂️ 5-minute evening wind-down routine
💧 Extra hydration as weather shifts

The mindset shift: Structure isn't restrictive - it's liberating! When your body knows what to expect, it can focus energy on healing instead of surviving.

This week's goal: Pick ONE routine to nail consistently. Master one, then add another.

Ready to create sustainable routines that support your body through seasonal changes?

19/09/2025

🎊 MONTH ONE CELEBRATION: You've Started Something Amazing!

Four weeks of consistent wellness content, and you've been part of the journey! Let's celebrate what you've learned and where you're heading.

This month you discovered:
✅ Why Monday mornings feel stiff (and how to fix it)
✅ The science behind Wednesday pain peaks
✅ How sleep and pain are connected
✅ Why movement is medicine, not punishment
✅ Where your body stores stress (hello, shoulders!)

Real talk: Sustainable change happens in small, consistent steps. Every post you've read, every tip you've tried, every moment of awareness counts!

Looking ahead: Next month we're diving deeper into seasonal transitions, workplace ergonomics, and building your personal pain-prevention toolkit.

Community question: What's been your biggest "aha moment" from this month's content? What topic do you want to explore more?

Weekend reflection: Take 5 minutes to appreciate how much your body does for you every day. Gratitude is powerful medicine! 🙏

Ready to take your wellness journey to the next level?

Book your comprehensive assessment and let's create your personalised path forward.

17/09/2025

🔬 STRESS SCIENCE: Why Your Shoulders Hold Your Worries
Ever wonder why stress goes straight to your neck and shoulders?

There's fascinating science behind your body's stress storage system!

The stress-shoulder connection:
• Trapezius muscles are "stress muscles"
• Fight-or-flight raises your shoulders
• Shallow breathing restricts neck movement
• Forward head posture compounds tension
• Emotional stress creates physical guarding

Your shoulder stress-release protocol:
1️⃣ Conscious shoulder drops (5 times)
2️⃣ Gentle neck side bends
3️⃣ Doorway chest stretches
4️⃣ Upper trap stretches (30 seconds each)
5️⃣ Deep breathing with shoulder awareness

The breakthrough insight: Your shoulders are trying to protect you! Thank them, then teach them it's safe to relax.

Try this now: Notice where your shoulders are as you read this. Are they creeping toward your ears? Gently lower them and take a breath.

Persistent shoulder tension despite stretching? Physical restrictions might need hands-on treatment to fully release.

15/09/2025

🧘‍♂️ MONDAY MINDSET: Your Stress Response is Trainable

New week, new opportunity to rewire how your body handles stress! Your nervous system is more adaptable than you think.

Stress response reality check:
• Your body can't tell the difference between a deadline and a tiger
• Chronic stress = chronic muscle tension
• But... stress responses can be retrained!
• Small daily practices create big changes

Your stress-training toolkit:
🫁 Box breathing: 4-4-4-4 count
🚶‍♂️ Walking meetings when possible
⏰ Micro-breaks every 30 minutes
🧘‍♂️ 2-minute desk meditation
💭 Reframe "I have to" as "I get to"

This week's experiment: Before reacting to stress, take ONE conscious breath. Notice what shifts!

Remember: You can't control what happens TO you, but you can train how your body responds. That's real power! 💪

Chronic stress creating chronic pain? Our integrated approach addresses both the physical tension and stress patterns keeping you stuck.

12/09/2025

🌟 FRIDAY FEATURE: Your Weekend Warrior Survival Guide

Weekend plans looking active? Here's how to enjoy your adventures without paying for it on Monday!

Pre-activity prep (5 minutes):
✅ Dynamic warm-up movements
✅ Hydrate 30 minutes before
✅ Set realistic intensity goals
✅ Check your gear/equipment

During activity wisdom:
• Listen to your body's signals
• Take breaks before you need them
• Modify rather than quit completely
• Focus on enjoyment over performance

Post-activity recovery:
🧊 Gentle cool-down stretches
💧 Rehydrate with electrolytes
🛁 Warm bath or shower
😴 Prioritise good sleep tonight

Weekend warrior motto: "Sustainable fun beats heroic efforts!"

Share with us:
What's your favourite active weekend activity?
How do you prepare your body for it?

Planning something adventurous?
Book a pre-activity assessment to optimise your performance and prevent injuries!

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Lower Barn, Lower Henwick Farm, Turnpike Road
Thatcham
RG183AP

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 9pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 1pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

+447733201225

Website

https://laurafishlockosteopathy.co.uk/

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About Us

Laura Fishlock Osteopathy was founded in 2018 by Laura Fishlock who is a registered Osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and Institute of Osteopathy. She graduated from the European School of Osteopathy in 2017 with an integrated Masters degree in Osteopathy (M.Ost).

Her interest in sport has pathed the direction of her clinic vision.

‘Sports Osteopathy and rehabilitation specialists helping people recover from injury and improve performance.’

Laura is a member of the Osteopathic Sports Care Association and completed her Level 1 Advanced Performance Pathway and is experienced in pitch side sports trauma management. She has worked with the likes of Newbury RFC, Hungerford RFC, Southampton University Men’s 1st XV, Loughborough Women’s Development, Berkshire girls and Colts and Scimitar Storm. As part of her continuing professional development Laura is certified in Sports taping, Kinesiology taping and dry needling which can be used alongside Osteopathic techniques during your treatment.