Vertex Osteopathy

23/02/2026

Looking after your body shouldn’t be seasonal, it’s important all year round 🌿

🌼 In spring, it’s all about getting your body ready to move more again: whether that’s gardening, walking, or simply feeling more comfortable being active.

☀ In summer, staying mobile means you can enjoy holidays, days out, and time with family without worrying about aches and pains holding you back.

🍂 As autumn arrives, cooler temperatures and shorter days can lead to increased stiffness, so gentle treatment can help keep joints moving well and prevent tension building up.

❄ During winter, osteopathy can support joint comfort, ease muscle tightness, and help you stay mobile when cold weather makes everything feel a little harder.

Whatever the time of year, osteopathy offers gentle, tailored support to help you move more freely, feel more comfortable, and stay confident in your body.

Because feeling well shouldn’t depend on the weather 💛

Local osteopath in Hedge End/West End and Stubbington. Message me if you'd like to find out more!

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09/02/2026

Ever caught yourself saying, “Well, I suppose this is just part of getting older…” when talking about aches and pains? 🤕

You’re not alone.

So many people over 50 quietly accept back pain, stiff joints, sore shoulders and tired bodies as something they simply have to live with.

But here’s the truth: pain is not inevitable.

Your body is still capable of moving well, feeling strong, and supporting an active, fulfilling life, at any age! 👩‍🦳

I’ve written a new blog that explains why aches become more common after 50 (and why they don’t have to stay that way), plus what actually helps.

If you’d like to feel more comfortable in your body again, have a read here 👇

https://vertextherapies.com/why-aches-and-pains-arent-just-part-of-getting-older-and-what-you-can-do-about-them/

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Check in with our latest blog at Vertex. Why Aches and Pains Aren’t Just “Part of Getting Older” And What You Can Do About Them

26/01/2026

We were very pleased to receive this recent 5 star Google review from a patient 👇

Taking the time to share feedback helps small, independent clinics like ours continue to grow. So we massively appreciate it when it happens!

We’re currently on 25 reviews and are aiming to reach 100 by the end of the year. So next time you're in the clinic, and would be happy to leave a short Google review, it would be genuinely appreciated.

Thank you to everyone who has trusted us with their care, onto the next 25!🤝

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19/01/2026

Ever wondered what the difference actually is between osteopathy and chiropractic? 🧐

You’re not alone! It’s one of the most common questions people ask before booking an appointment.

Osteopathy
• Looks at the whole body, not just where it hurts
• Uses a mix of gentle joint work, soft tissue techniques and movement
• Focuses on how everything works together; posture, muscles, joints, breathing
• Treatments are often individualised and holistic

Chiropractic
• Focuses mainly on the spine and nervous system
• Well known for spinal adjustments
• More spine centred in its approach
• Often follows a more structured treatment style

👉 In short:
Osteopathy = whole body approach
Chiropractic = spine focused approach

Neither is “better” it really depends on you, your symptoms, and what feels right for your body. Also remeber this is a very broad and quick summary, all practitioners work slightly differently no matter what title they have!

If you’ve ever been unsure which one to choose, this is your sign to ask or do a bit of research before booking. Your body will thank you 🙌

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15/12/2025

LAST CHANCES TO GET YOUR BACK SORTED! ⏰

As of the 19th Dec I will be closing for Christmas (returning on the 5th Jan). This means I only have a limited number of appointments left this year.

If you dont want any aches and pains spoiling your Christmas plans, please call now on 07747513765 to get something booked in.

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08/12/2025

🎄THE 12 DAYS OF PAIN RELIEF🎄

Christmas is brilliant, but it can play havoc with your back, neck and shoulders from carrying shopping bags to those long Christmas dinners where everyone slowly slides down their chair.

We’ve put together a simple “12 Days of Pain Relief” guide with small daily habits to help you stay comfortable all the way to the New Year. Nothing complicated, nothing that needs special equipment… just easy ideas that make a real difference when things get busy. ❄️

Whether you complete 1 tip a day, or all 12 everyday, these simple tricks will help give you a pain free Christmas!

https://vertextherapies.com/the-12-days-of-pain-relief-daily-tips-for-a-stress-free-christmas/

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Check in with our latest blog at Vertex. Keep these tips in mind in the run up to Christmas, the more you do a day the better!

01/12/2025

They’re stressed. They’re exhausted. They’re memorising more muscles than most people knew existed; that's right they are an Osteopathy/Chiropractic/Physiotherapy student! 🩺

With Christmas just around the corner, why not give them a more medical type present?

Here are 10 thoughtful gift ideas from someone who's been there and knows what that they will love ❤️

https://vertextherapies.com/shopping-for-a-manual-therapy-student-here-are-10-gifts-theyll-actually-use/

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Check in with our latest blog at Vertex. If you are struggling with medical gift ideas for an Osteopathy student look no further.

17/11/2025

FIRST AID READY! 🎉

I’ve just completed my 3 yearly First Aid and CPR refresher, and so the whole team at Vertex Osteopathy is now fully updated. It feels good to refresh these skills and know we’re prepared if an emergency ever happens in or around the clinic.

Keeping our patients safe has always been a priority for us, and staying current with our training is one simple way we make sure of that.💪

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10/11/2025

I have had 3 patients book in since the 5th with neck pain following fireworks displays! 🎆

All that looking up at fireworks might have been breathtaking at the time, but their neck muscles may not have enjoyed it quite as much. 😅

If you’ve noticed soreness, tightness or headaches since bonfire night, it could be down to the simple posture of holding your head back for too long in the cold. The good news? It’s completely fixable.

In our latest blog, we explain why watching fireworks can give you a sore neck, what’s really happening in your muscles and joints, and how osteopathy can help ease the tension and get you feeling comfortable again. 👇

https://vertextherapies.com/woke-up-with-a-stiff-neck.../

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Check in with our latest blog at Vertex. How Osteopathy can help you after watching Fireworks displays, and the dreaded day after neck pain!

31/10/2025

Happy Halloween from everyone at Vertex Osteopathy!🎉

They say that Laughter is the best medicine so here are some more terrible skeleton based puns, enjoy...

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06/10/2025

🦴 Back Care Awareness Week 2025 | 6th–12th October 🦴

How often do you stop and think about your back? Probably not until it starts to ache... right? You’re definitely not alone!

This week is Back Care Awareness Week, and it’s the perfect reminder of how much our backs do for us every single day. From helping us stand tall; to keeping us moving, lifting, and living life to the fullest, our backs deserve a bit of love and attention. 🏃‍♀️

Taking small steps to look after your spine now can make a big difference later. It’s all about being kind to your body and giving it the support it gives you.

Check out below our previous blog post all about your lower back
https://vertextherapies.com/lower-back-pain-deep-dive/

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Are you suffering with Lower Back Pain? Want to know about the causes, self help techniques and more? Check out this post now!

22/09/2025

You may have noticed I haven't posted anything for the last month?🧐

And I can now reveal the reason for that is because we have welcomed a new member to our family! 👶💙

Now unfortunately we do not currently treat babies at Vertex Osteopathy however we can help with the stage before... Pregnancy!

Check out our latest blog on how we can help you. Also if you do want a blog on how Osteopathy (especially Cranial) can help newborns, let me know in the comments below. 👇

https://vertextherapies.com/why-more-pregnant-women-in-the-uk-are-choosing-osteopathy-for-relief/

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Check in with our latest blog at Vertex. How Osteopathy can help pregnant ladies. You don't have to suffer for 9 months!