When my knee flared up, I didn’t reach for an ice pack. I went for a walk. As an osteopathic manual practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how movement and pain science can shift the narrative around joint pain. This post shares my personal experience, clinical insights, and gentle guidance on when it’s safe to keep moving.

From the moment your baby arrives, their body carries the story of their birth. Sometimes in subtle ways like a head that always turns one way, a tummy that’s often unsettled, or feeds that feel harder than they should. In this free Stretch & Soothe workshop, part of Nook Yoga’s Life with Baby series, you’ll learn how birth can shape your baby’s comfort, feeding, and digestion, along with gentle stretches to support them.

Collagen supplements are gaining popularity for joint pain, but do they actually work? This post explores the science behind collagen, its role in joint health, and whether it’s worth pairing with osteopathic care. A must-read for anyone curious about natural support for hips, knees, and recovery.

Neck stiff, shoulders tight, back sore by 3 p.m.? You’re not broken — you’re just still. Desk jobs don’t hurt because you’re sitting ‘wrong,’ but because you’re sitting the same way for too long. Here’s why variety, not perfection, is the secret to working pain‑free.

Summer is all about movement - running, cycling and playing hard. But with more activity comes the risk of aches, strains, and tight muscles. Discover how osteopathy keeps your body feeling great all season long!

Baby Oliver struggled with reflux, gas, and feeding discomfort until gentle osteopathy helped him find ease, sleep better, and snuggle happily.

From tiny seedlings to sturdy saplings, kids grow fast, and sometimes their bodies need a little extra tending along the way. At Bloom, I use gentle osteopathic care to help babies ease into feeding and comfort, and to support kids through growth spurts, tumbles, and backpacks. Because when roots are free and branches can stretch tall, the whole tree thrives.

Your first osteopathy session is designed to improve mobility, ease tension, and restore balance - gently and effectively. Learn what to expect, step by step.