our Services
Osteopathy
An osteopath aims to restore the normal function and stability of the joints and helps the body heal itself. It is a drug-free, non invasive manual therapy. Osteopaths can be beneficial for all age ranges, young and old alike. Our patients include manual workers, office staff, students, pregnant women and sportspeople. Osteopaths treat a wide range of medical conditions such as back pain, changes in posture during pregnancy, other postural problems, arthritic pain and minor sports injuries.
Podiatry
A podiatrist (also known as a chiropodist) can assess, diagnose, treat and advise on a variety of foot and lower limb complaints. There are many reasons why people visit a podiatrist such as toe nail cutting, toe nail problems, and management of corns & callus. Our podiatry clinic can provide routine footcare, nail surgery for more severe problems caused by ingrown toenails, footcare products, footwear advice, verruca treatments and diabetic foot checks.
Biomechanical / Musculoskeletal Podiatry Assessment Including Digital Gait Analysis
During a biomechanics or musculoskeletal (MSK) podiatry assessment, the podiatrist will carry out a detailed examination of the feet, ankles and lower limbs. This typically includes evaluating the way a person walks using the latest Footscan technology, checking foot structure and alignment, testing muscle strength and flexibility, and assessing joint range of motion. It will also involve taking a detailed medical history and a review of current activity levels. Following the assessment, the podiatrist will explain their findings and work with the patient to create a tailored treatment plan with an instant, visual Footscan report. This may involve custom Phits 3D Printed Orthotics to improve foot alignment, targeted exercises to address muscle imbalances, recommendations for appropriate footwear, and guidance on how to prevent future injuries.
This assessment is beneficial for patients suffering with conditions such as, but not limited to:
* Plantar fasciitis (heel and arch pain) or metatarsalgia (pain in the ball of your foot)
* Pain when walking, running, cycling or playing sports
* Foot, ankle, knee, hip or back pain
* Sore feet when standing all day
* Flat feet, bunions, neuromas or hammer toes
* Recurring lower limb injuries from sport/activity
* Balance issues or poor posture
* Diabetes
* Injury prevention in performance sports
Foot Health Care
A foot health practitioner is equipped to deal with most common foot complaints, such as hard skin, corns, callus and thickened nails. They can also carry out routine nail cutting and provide treatments for verrucas and fungal nails.
Reflexology
Reflexology aims to bring your body back into balance, allowing it to recover and heal itself as nature intended. It allows your whole body to relax and be at peace.
Ear Wax Removal
Ear wax removal is a safe and quick procedure, performed by a trained professional to remove excess ear wax from the ear canal. They can use methods such as microsuction, irrigation, or manual removal with a specialist probe. Your ears will be examined to establish the most suitable method for you specifically. The appointment is comfortable and pain-free. Symptoms such as excess ear wax, hearing loss or altered hearing, earaches, tinnitus and fullness in the ear can be signs that you should see our specialist.
Medical Herbalism
Medical herbalism is the therapeutic use of plant based medicines to help prevent and treat sickness, combining traditional knowledge with modern science. Herbalists take a holistic approach (looking at the body as a whole) to address the cause of a complaint. They will use whole plant extracts and can treat various conditions, both acute and chronic. They consider your lifestyle, diet and emotional well-being. Herbal remedies are prescribed in various formats such as capsules, creams, teas and tinctures.