Movement is good for you
Published on: Tuesday 4th February 2025
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Parkrun
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Going outside can be one of the best things to do. Soaking up vitamin D is so important, and being in green spaces with fresh air and trees is proven to help to lift mood, relax anxious thoughts...
Read the full articlePublished on: Tuesday 23rd July 2024
As we cheer for our favourite athletes in the upcoming Olympics, it's a perfect time to reflect on how these sporting legends achieve their incredible feats.
We all know how many hours of...
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 2nd February 2024
We were pleased to be nominated, and and utterly delighted to be the winner. So very proud of this accolade. Thanks to our loyal patients, and especially huge gratitude to our fantastic osteopaths...
Read the full articlePublished on: Tuesday 17th October 2023
If you’re working at a desk, it’s really easy to hunch forward. When you are getting up to make a cup of tea, perhaps you could add the following stretch to open up your chest to help stretch your...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 23rd January 2023
Did you know that all osteopaths, must complete regular training and continual professional development in order to maintain their registered status, so that they can call themselves ‘osteopaths’?
Published on: Thursday 29th September 2022
Pilates is known to work on developing a strong “core”, (the deeper tummy muscles close to the spine).This will not only improve on your look but more importantly support your back.
Other than...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 5th September 2022
Epsom Salts (Magnesium) in your bath – will they really help sooth your aching muscles and relax for a good night’s sleep?
How about compression leggings for help with recovery after sport – Can...
Read the full articlePublished on: Tuesday 30th August 2022
What is Visceral Osteopathy?
The word Viscera means all the organs inside our body: heart, lungs, stomach, intestines, liver and so on.
Some osteopaths continue their studies for a long time...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 13th June 2022
It's a sunny week, and the last week that our sunny osteopath Charley James, will be with us before she jets off to sunny Australia. Sad that some of the sunshine in our clinic will be gone, but...
Published on: Sunday 5th June 2022
We moved to 35 High Street Colliers Wood, in 2001, after Stephen had been practising from his home for 10 years. He took on associate osteopaths, and the team of highly skilled osteopaths have been...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 9th May 2022
Feeling lonely
Loneliness has no common cause. Sometimes it can be triggered by a life event or change in situation, or it may not be triggered by anything at all.
We all experience feeling...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 25th April 2022
As some of you may be sitting at work all day, why not try and integrate a simple core activation exercise?
All you have to do is to contract (tighten) your tummy muscles as you’re breathing in...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 7th March 2022
Our founder, Stephen Beaver, has always been interested in the subject of symmetry; its presence in the human body, and its absence. This interest comes from curiosity about his own left...
Read the full articlePublished on: Wednesday 13th October 2021
Supporting good Musculoskeletal health supports better health and wellbeing all round.
Every October, Bone and Joint Week helps get people thinking about one of the most widespread and pressing...
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 10th September 2021
The need for better migraine healthcare
A new report that The Migraine Trust have published for Migraine Awareness Week reveals the legacy of pain and damaged lives caused by the UK’s broken...
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 23rd July 2021
Children need cooling down. Some might benefit from expert therapeutic support. We have paediatric osteopaths on our team, with appointments available throughout the school holidays. Call or email...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 21st June 2021
There is good evidence that five specific things can make a big difference to someone’s sense of wellbeing. They’re called the Five Ways To Wellbeing.
The Five Ways are valuable in their own...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 21st June 2021
All over the world, June 21 is celebrated as 'World Music Day'. It is also known as 'Fete de la Musique' in French and Make Music Day as well.
Music has the power to do just about anything. It has...
Published on: Friday 11th June 2021
Working from home has been challenging for many of you.As well as everyday life getting in the way, finding the space to work can be tricky. Sitting for prolonged periods of time while working can...
Read the full articlePublished on: Saturday 13th March 2021
https://theconversation.com/osteopathy-can-be-used-to-treat-mental-health-issues-related-to-back-pain-new-study-94845Millions worldwide suffer from chronic musculoskeletal back pain (lasting more...
Read the full articlePublished on: Monday 3rd February 2020
Good sleep habits
Here are some useful tips and advice to help you to get a good night’s sleep: [sleep small]
Create a routine
Try to get up in the morning and go to bed at the same time each day,...
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 1st March 2019
Help us to decide what we will call our new Anatomy Man display. Go to our facebook page to enter the competition http://www.facebook.com/SW19Osteopaths/
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 28th December 2018
The foot and ankle is made up of a number of small bones interconnected by ligaments, muscles and fascia all working together to give the strength, stability and flexibility the foot and ankle needs...
Read the full articlePublished on: Sunday 19th November 2017
Osteoporosis is a condition in which the usually strong support struts that make up the inside of most bones becomes thinner, which can lead to bones becoming fragile and breaking easily, resulting...
Read the full articlePublished on: Thursday 20th July 2017
Shoulder Pain is common and can be caused by a number of conditions. These conditions include:
Rotator cuff problem - pain in the shoulder or upper arm, particularly when lifting the arm, lying on...
Read the full articlePublished on: Sunday 17th January 2016
Summary:
In a stunning discovery that overturns decades of textbook teaching, researchers have determined that the brain is directly connected to the immune system by vessels previously thought not...
Read the full articlePublished on: Friday 13th November 2015
Nine out of ten patients think it is important to give feedback to an osteopath about their experience of osteopathic treatment. If you would find it difficult to do that directly or you feel that...
Read the full articlePublished on: Tuesday 22nd September 2015
The aim of World Reflexology Week is to promote Reflexology and increase public awareness around the globe. Global awareness begins at local level. Do you want to try Reflexology?
You can have...
Read the full articlePublished on: Thursday 6th August 2015
It's been a long time in coming, but we are here at last with the launch of the new SW19 Osteopaths website. Thanks to Andy Field for the design, and to Joe Beaver for all the technical stuff and the...
Read the full articleI saw Yan-Kei Man following a musculoskeletal injury, which she helped me treat. Impressed with Yan-Kei's professionalism and attentiveness, I have since introduced my young kids (3 and 5 years old) to osteopathy. In hindsight, a wise decision given that a scooter accident had left my 5 year old with a slight postural dysfunction. I thoroughly recommend Yan-Kei for her specialisation and impeccable manners.
Vina
I have had several treatments with Steve over the years for neck pain, back pain and under active thyroid. Steve has natural healing hands as well as a bank of experience and knowledge, which enhance his effectiveness. He is a very skilled practitioner both sensitive and subtle with powerful results; I have completely recovered from these conditions.
Chrissie C Streatham
Following a breech caesarean birth, Max developed a tendency to turn his head to one side, and he developed a visibly flattened side of head. We were fortunate enough to know Steve's expertise in paediatric osteopathy and it was clear to see how passionate and informed he was regarding treatments and possible outcomes. Throughout the non-invasive treatment we felt totally at ease with Steve, as did Max who fell asleep! I would highly recommend Steve. We are extremely grateful for his time, care and attention to detail.
Andreas, Bex and Max. Raynes Park
I thought the treatment for pain in my knee was excellent. I felt I was being considered as an individual as Stephen listened to everything I said and gave a treatment appropriate to my needs. His approach was non-invasive. I began to notice an improvement in my knee after a couple of days and the pain has not recurred. To me, it felt as if each treatment enabled my body to correct itself and rebalance.
Sabine, Wimbledon
Stephen; I feel so much better after the treatment. It is quite a remarkable improvement. I have regained almost 100% movement in my thoracic spine and my lower back is gradually loosening up. I can now feel and use my stomach muscles again. I have gone from spending two very bad nights as I could not get comfortable in any position and experiencing a succession of very painful and exhausting spasms to being able to sleep on my back and my side. My breathing is also deeper. I cannot thank you enough for fitting me in your busy working day, and for doing the treatment on a chair and for giving me the confidence to relax so that healing can take place.
Sabine, SW London
Having suffered from a shoulder injury since last September and following unsuccessful physio, I decided to try SW19 Osteopath and Yan-Kei has been amazing. Not only has my mobility greatly improved as has my posture and knee pain, I am no longer in pain. Amazing at how effective this has been for me in such a short period of time, and I now am able to return back to sports. Yan-Kei explains what she is doing and definitely is invested in my well-being and although I am so much better, I will make this as part of my self care and ensure that I visit her every 5 – 6 weeks to re-balance myself. I highly recommend Yan-Kei; I truly feel she has worked wonders for me.
Maria, Colliers Wood
Finding Simon has had a profound impact on my health and recovery. I have found him to be a wonderful balance of professionalism coupled with a sensitivity and intuition that had supported me when I most needed it.
Anna, London
I rate Stephen very highly and would recommend him to anyone.
Jonathan M
I saw Simon regularly to help me with symptoms of multiple slipped discs. Cannot recommend enough - as a first time Osteo patient I found Simon to be professional, helpful and friendly. Everything was done at my own pace and fully explained so I knew what it all meant. Many thanks again!
Oliver, Colliers Wood
Yan Kei is an excellent osteopath. She help me to recover from my issues with Achilles tendons and back problem. Highly recommended.
MM Colliers Wood