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Osteopathy and work strain

Movement is the key to health in the human body. Unfortunately our modern lifestyle involves prolonged sitting or driving which reduces the movement we achieve daily. This can cause overuse or stiffness in the musculo-skeletal system, which result in the following complaints.

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Muscle and tendon injuries

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Slipped discs

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Sciatica

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Carpal tunnel syndrome

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Tenosynovitis

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Peritendonitis

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Epicondylitis (tennis or golfers elbows)

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Wrist pain

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Low back pain

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Neck pain

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Shoulder pain

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Repetitive strain injuries


Your osteopath can consider your individual posture in relation to your work and can improve the function of the body so it can better tolerate the stresses and strains of your job. Your osteopath will give you plenty of advice regarding your work postures and exercises to prevent your symptoms.