Reducing the risk of Falls as we Age – Steady Steps
As we age, maintaining balance and mobility becomes increasingly important. Falls are a leading cause of injury in older adults, but the good news is that there are proactive steps you can take to reduce your risk. If you’re concerned about staying steady on your feet, our Osteopaths are here to help. Osteopaths work […]
Planning for the Year Ahead
(Making Health Goals You’ll Actually Stick With) So, how many new year’s resolutions have you stuck with? If you’re thinking, “Err, let’s not go there,” you’re not alone. For most people, health goals tend to fall by the wayside by February. But what if this year could be different? What if, instead of ambitious leaps, […]
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
When Nerves Get Caught in a Tight Spot! Are you experiencing pain, tingling, or numbness in your feet? You might be suffering from Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (TTS). It’s like carpal tunnel syndrome, but for your feet! It occurs when the posterior tibial nerve is compressed within the tarsal tunnel, located on the inside of the […]
All About Muscle Strains
Ever felt a sudden sharp pain when exercising or lifting something heavy? Maybe accompanied by a popping or snapping sound? You might have experienced a muscle strain. Also known as a muscle tear, a strain occurs when muscle fibers are overstretched or overloaded. Muscle strains can happen to anyone, whether you’re an athlete or […]
Heart Health – All About Your Cardiovascular System
Maintaining optimal heart health is crucial for overall well-being. Heart health isn’t just about dodging heart attacks… it’s about embracing vitality, enjoying life’s moments, and feeling your best every day. The “rule of the artery” is fundamental to our work as Osteopaths. We understand that oxygenating, nutrition-bearing blood flow is essential to the body’s natural […]
Lymphatic Drainage Massage: A Comprehensive Guide
The Intricate World of the Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system is complex: Lymph vessels, which parallel blood vessels, and lymph nodes (small structures that filter and purify lymph) are joined by the thymus, spleen, and tonsils to make up this system. What is lymph? We’re so glad you asked. Lymph is a colourless fluid, which […]
Type 2 Diabetes and Osteopathic Care
Type 2 diabetes is a widespread, acquired metabolic disorder. In a nutshell – it’s all about insulin; insulin resistance or inadequate insulin production, which messes with your blood sugar levels. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes or pre-diabetes, you might not immediately think of osteopathic care. And we don’t blame you, as there’s a lot […]
Turning Resolutions into Reality: Insights from your Osteopath
New Year’s Resolutions Why do we do this to ourselves every year? Why do we set ourselves up for failure with New Year’s Resolutions? We’re all about figuring out how to achieve our goals in 2024 (hint: getting expert care from the Osteopaths at BeacHealth might help if any of your goals are health-related). If […]
Boost Your Balance and Embrace Stability
We’re all about balance this August. Now, we’d love for you to achieve work-life balance, eat a balanced diet, and balance your chequebook effortlessly (does anyone still have a chequebook?) but that’s not what we’re talking about. We are talking about your ability to maintain equilibrium and stability during various movements and in different positions […]
Exercise For Osteoporosis
It’s World Osteoporosis Day this month (on October 20th) so let’s look at the benefits of exercise for bone health and osteoporosis. What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a chronic condition that causes a person’s bones to become weak and brittle, making them susceptible to fracture from minor falls or injuries. While your bones naturally […]