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Physiotherapy Osteopathy Chiropractic Difference

Osteopathy and chiropractic

Physiotherapy; osteopathy; chiropractic. What’s the difference? Which physical therapy is for me? Low down:
1. NHS – Osteopathy and chiropractic aren’t available on the NHS in all parts of the UK. Even in places where osteopathy is available, there may be limited availability. The same applies for Chiropractic treatment.

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Osteopathy and Physiotherapy

Many physiotherapists work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. They can work from NHS hospitals. Also, from community based organisations, private hospitals and clinics, sports clubs, charities and workplaces. Physiotherapists and osteopaths and chiropractors all use manual therapy or physical therapy.
That’s to say, we all use touch, to varying degrees. The skill of an Osteopath is high in palpation. The physiotherapist generally uses ultrasound, acupuncture, taping and creams and so on more so than the osteopath and chiropractor. Much hands on treatment technique differs somewhat. Manipulation or adjustment techniques used by the chiropractor, physiotherapist and osteopath – HVT or HVLAT – High velocity, low amplitude thrust techniques – are unique to the profession.

2. Qualifications – physiotherapy osteopathy chiropractic difference

Osteopaths complete a four – or five-year honours degree programme (bachelor’s or master’s), which involves at least 1,000 hours of clinical training. Some osteopaths are qualified to PhD level.
Chiropractors’ 4-year Chiropractic Degree programme ensures completion of bachelor of human science degree completion.
Physiotherapists complete a three-year full-time BSc (Hons ) programme.

Physiotherapy osteopathy chiropractic difference

3. NICE Guidelines – physiotherapy osteopathy chiropractic difference

There’s good evidence that osteopathy is effective for the treatment of persistent lower back pain. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends it as a treatment for this condition.

Physiotherapy Osteopathy Chiropractic Difference

Physiotherapy Osteopathy Chiropractic Difference

Currently, (NICE) recommends manual therapy that might include spinal manipulation (as practiced by chiropractors) as a treatment option for persistent lower back pain.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) advises that manual therapy can be used to treat persistent low back pain.

4. Legal – Primary Certifying Body – physiotherapy osteopathy chiropractic difference

It’s illegal to practice osteopathy in the UK unless registered with General Osteopathic Council. It’s illegal to practise o practice chiropractic in the UK unless registered General Chiropractic Council. Physiotherapy, likewise, unless registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Physiotherapy Osteopathy Chiropractic Difference – FAST FACTS

5.  Osteopathy is one of only two complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) that are regulated under UK law. The other is chiropractic.     [tweetthis]#Osteopathy is 1 of only 2 complementary & alternative medicines regulated under UK law[/tweetthis]

 

6. Chiropractic was founded as a health profession in the US in 1895 by a Canadian called Daniel David Palmer. Palmer practiced magnetic healing and had no conventional medical training.

7. The earliest documented origins of physiotherapy (physical therapy) as a professional group date back to Per Henrik Ling, “Father of Swedish Gymnastics.” He founded the Royal Central Institute of Gymnastics (RCIG) in 1813 for massage, manipulation, and exercise. In 1894 four nurses in Great Britain formed the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

8. Andrew Taylor Still, MD, DO (August 6, 1828 – December 12, 1917) was the founder of osteopathy and osteopathic medicine in 1874. He was also a physician and surgeon, author, inventor and Kansas territorial and state legislator.

9. OMT is typically used to treat musculoskeletal disorders. These include low back pain, neck pain. Also, pelvic pain, sports injuries, repetitive stress injuries RSI and tension headaches. While osteopathic and chiropractic techniques overlap, they’re not identical. As a general rule, chiropractic manipulation uses direct thrust techniques on the spine (HVLA). Osteopathic practitioners use other, gentler techniques, as well as HVLA.

Summary:

All three professions now have a similar medical training. They differ in professional training and emphasis during treatment.

Physiotherapists tend to focus on exercises. Chiropractors tend to focus on manipulation of the spine. Osteopaths tend to use exercise, manipulation and soft tissue massage as part of an integrated approach.

Male Infertility Treatment

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Male Infertility Treatment

The journey of the sperm to the egg is a long and hard one. Only the healthiest specimens will make it. And, of course, this journey has to occur at the right moment given that the egg is ready only once a month.

One in six couples has difficulty in having a family. In 40% of cases, the problems are related to the man.

Traditionally, the diagnosis of male infertility has relied on semen analysis. The SpermComet provides unique information that no other test offers.

Male Fertility

Did you know that the lifestyle of men as well as their age and different environmental factors play key roles in the conception process and male fertility in general?

 This is because the quality of a man’s sperm affects and the possibility of achieving pregnancy and the quality of sperm varies daily so timing is everything.

By measuring damaged DNA in individual sperm, the SpermComet Test can predict the success of infertility treatments and fast-track couples to the treatment most likely to succeed, leading to significantly reduced waiting times and improved chances of conception.

The head of the ‘Comet’ is undamaged DNA and the tail is damaged DNA. From the tail of the ‘Comet’ we can measure exactly the amount of damaged DNA in each individual sperm.

…………………………. and based on these results – a percentage of your sperm DNA damage – treatment can be administered at precisely the right time to maximise your chances of conception. Timing matters because:

  • On average, sperm take approximately 74 days to develop and another 20 additional days to be fertile.
  • In a cycle of 28 days, the woman usually ovulates 14 days after the start of menstruation. That is the most fertile day to have intercourse, and the most fertile week is that which goes from day 11 to 17. Although it is possible to conceive at any time if ovulation is irregular, the ideal scenario is to maintain sexual relations in this week.
  • The supplement we use at Susannah Makram Clinics is designed to be taken for a minimum period of three months. The initial results can  clinically observed from three months following the renewal of the sperm

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Cold Pressed Juice, Juicing, Juicers

Differences Between Centrifugal and Cold Press Juicing

Soup and juice is for life. What’s juicing exactly? A Cold Press Juicer is also known as Masticating or Slow Juicer – see one in action here  Soup and juice isn’t a fashion. These are for lifelong nutrition. Our London Naturopath answers: Centrifugal Juicer or Centrifugal Juice Extractor?

Centrifugal (fast blade) and Cold Press (slow juicing)

 Traditionally a Centrifugal Juicer is the most common type of juicer. These typically utilise a fast-spinning metal blade that spins against a mesh filter, separating juice from flesh via centrifugal force. The juice and pulp are then separated into different containers.

Centrifugal Vs Cold Press Juicing

Centrifugal Vs Cold Press Juicing

Centrifugal Juicer – benefits

Pros

  • Easy to clean.
  • Can take most fruits and vegetables e.g. carrots and beets, cucumber and kale whole – so there’s limited chopping.
  • Great for juicing for smoothies e.g. Apples, Pears, Celery & Oranges
  • Easy and mobile to move around.

Centrifugal Juicer – disadvantages

Cons

  • Fast rotary blade can heat up the nutrients and enzymes in the juice. which can make the juice foamy and oxidise quicker and that can destroy some of the beneficial enzymes in the juice
  • Filter system often allows some bits in the juice
  • Tough to juice leafy greens such as spinach and kale
  • Low yield; As the blade is so fast and the machines are generally designed to work quickly, this creates a low yield leaving the pulp wasted and full of nutrition.

Cold Press Juice – Benefits

A Cold Press Juicer slowly compresses fruits and vegetables to ‘squeeze’ out the juice instead of using high-speed force to separate juice from pulp like a centrifugal juicer does.

Pros

  • Uses hydraulic pressure to extract juice, gaining a larger yield
  • Easier to juice leafy greens such as kale and spinach
  • Less likely to get bits in the juice
  • As no heat is applied to the fruit or vegetable, there is less oxidization and the enzymes and nutrients remain live for 3 to 5 days

Cons To Cold Press Juice Machine

Cons

  • A good cold press juicer can be a costly health investment
  • Can be heavy and relatively immobile
  • Using a cold press juicer can be a slow process

Buy Cold Press Juicer

Should you buy a Cold Press Juicer?

Juicing removes the fibre from your fruit and vegetables, which helps you absorb the nutrients quicker as discussed here

Whole foods are infinitely superior in vitamin and mineral quality – and oftentimes quantity – than nutritional supplements.

The bioavailability of nutrients varies from individual to individual which is why the Naturopathic Portfolio is simply concerned with your health needs.

The Naturopathic Portfolio is divided into:

1) Eat 2) Drink 3) Take 4) Make

No two portfolios are ever the same.

Best Juicer To Buy

Should you buy a juicer – Centrifugal Juicer or Cold Press?

  • There is an ethical debate over the food wastage involved with juicing
  • Fresh or raw food juice that is organic or cold pressed juices are the better option if you are consuming lots of sugary drinks, sodas or even store-bought “fresh” or organic juices, including green juice that is pre-packaged – always read the label
  • Making your own juice is a great way to know exactly what is going into your juice recipe
  • Store bought Cold Pressed Juice is likely made by a method that is called high-pressure pascalisation (HPP), which uses high-pressure chambers instead of heat to inhibit bacteria growth; HPP also naturally extends shelf life
  • Cold-pressing simply means that the juice is extracted by crushing the fruit or vegetable, and then pressing it to get the highest yield of juice. This is all done in a cold setting, so that no nutrients in the fruit or vegetable are damaged and enzymes stay intact
  • Pasteurisation means that the juice is heated to kill any bacteria, moulds and unwanted organisms. Many juices, not just green juices, are pasteurised because it extends the shelf life of a product

Making informed choices about your health is a good habit to employ at any age. This is the first step towards respecting your body. Being equipped with the knowledge to prevent illness and improve quality of life is invaluable.

Rock stars and DJs like the fabulous Boy George tweets his flavoursome raw food recipes – giving tips on where to source ingredients for vegan meals and other nutrient dense beverages and unique lunch, dinner and breakfast recipes.

There are infinite juice recipes and raw food recipes that you can find me tweeting about. These are inspirational as well as delicious – guaranteed to satiate hunger and also it is impossible not to find something to suit your taste buds – no matter what they find palatable!

Juice Cleanse – Juicer Vs Blender

Juice Cleanse

How to do a juice cleanse isn’t easy. You need kitchen appliances or a plan of action. A detox diet might be confused with a juice cleanse. While a juice cleanse isn’t easy, it’s not as difficult as it sounds. When we’ve been eating normally and then it’s just juice -that’s probably the hardest thing to get our head around.

Rest assured. Doing a juice cleanse or any so-called detox diet properly means hunger pangs will be satisfied.

Preparation is key. Is it right for me? Do we just wish to recreate our favourite organic cafe beverage, for example?

juice cleanse

juice cleanse

 

Juicer Vs Blending

Blenders and juicers are electrical appliances that are found in many household kitchens.

There are fundamental differences in the juice or smoothie end product when you are using a blender or juicer for a juice cleanse.

Key Points:

  • A juicer separates juice from fibre whereas a blender will blend all of the ingredients together.
  • A juicer or juicing household appliance has options that includes built-in: centrifugal, masticating, twin-gear, hand crank mechanisms
  • Blenders are typically selected based on options for speed – high – low
  • There is no pulp or fibre in the end product of juice from your juicer
  • There is pulp or fibre in the blender end product: smoothie

Both juices and smoothies can be made using recipes to enhance health. A tailored combination treatment might benefit from juices or smoothie to give the gut and our body a rest, to heal itself. Sometimes taking prescription medication can take its toll on our liver, for example. we might want to learn about ways to reduce toxicity levels and remain fit and well throughout your PHASE ONE treatment. Examples of treatment include e.g. chronic pain, itchy, flaky scalp, acne, unexplained tiredness or unexplained infertility.

At Susannah Makram Clinics we’re helping more and more families and business owners realise the potential through nutrition.

Hormonal imbalance, allergies, sensitivities or intolerances, ovulation disorders like PCOS, endometriosis, bacterial, fungal viral/post viral infections etc.

juice cleanse

Should You Buy a Juicer or Blender for a juice cleanse or for your health in general? Which is better?

It’s important that you understand what might be healthy to one person isn’t necessarily healthy for another bachelorarbeit ghostwriter kosten. It’s only with awareness of your health history and expected outlook for the future that you can take ownership of your health. You can decide whether juicing or blending smoothies is appropriate or preferable ghostwriting hausarbeit.

When taken at the right time of the day and using the right recipe or whole food prescription for you:

If you respect that food is medicine then you will take it as prescription aufsatz schreiben lassen. You’ll use this knowledge to make informed decisions about your health for life.

  1. Your Naturopathic Portfolio is designed to work for you.
  2. It answers every question to potential obstacles in your day-to-day lifestyle.
  3. It breaks each of these barriers down into simple, manageable tasks, in the four phases.
  4. It finds solutions that are palatable facharbeit schreiben lassen. We see circumstances at very stage in our story of health. Our expression of health is connected to a concern or condition but we aren’t defined by this.

Allergy epidemic

10 Things To Know About Your Child’s Allergies Now

London naturopath in Kensington and Chelsea Susannah sees complex cases. Acquired allergies and intolerances: are we expected to live with them?
Allergic conditions have been diagnosed in 50% of UK children .        [tweetthis]In the UK 50% of children have been diagnosed with one or more #allergic conditions. [/tweetthis]      Allergies occur when the immune system reacts, by producing antibodies, to a foreign substance (allergen). When the immune system identifies this substance as harmful, this is an allergic reaction. The same substance does not cause a reaction in most people. Where do our children’s allergies come from? Why is this fast becoming an allergy epidemic?

The allergy epidemic. Fast Facts.

  1. Most to least common environmental allergens: pollen, grass, dust mites, molds or moulds and weeds. Food intolerance/sensitivity: generally less serious, often limited to digestive problems.
  2. Severity ranges from minor irritation to anaphylaxis —a potentially life-threatening emergency. 90% of food-allergic reactions are to peanuts, eggs, milk, (shell)fish, wheat, soy, tree nuts. Symptoms: h
ives, eczema, asthma, difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea. Anaphylaxis also causes confusion, rapid heart beat/palpitations,  swelling of lips, tongue, throat, bluish skin, nausea, dizziness, fainting.

The allergy epidemic – understanding it gives us knowledge to combat the allergy epidemic.

  1. The pathophysiology of environmental allergies is fairly well understood. Allergies and asthma often occur together. Diagnosis can be made by history taking, physical exam and a Radioallergosorbent test (RAST) (prick-skin test). Results are nearly immediate. 50-60% of positive skin test results are also false positives. ImmunoCAP (blood test measuring levels of antibodies to specific food proteins). Results take up to one week. Highly controlled food challenges can render a definitive diagnosis.
  1. Introducing high allergenic foods to your child is advisable from 6 months. these foods should be introduced one at a time. leaving 3 days in between each new food is best. It is encouraged to breastfeed babies with eczema or a family history for 4 months+. Avoid cow’s milk or soy formulas. Hydrolysed protein formulas are best. “Hypoallergenic” formulas will not prevent but may delay allergy onset.
  1. Allergic reactions share a genetic link. Specific allergies do not. Studies show a gender-specific genetic link in inherited allergies.
  1. Quercetin can block the effects of histamine before they start. Recommended: 500 mg 1-2 times/ day, weeks before allergy season+ vitamin C.
  1. The best way to fight allergies is to avoid the offending allergen. This is not easy. Controlling your environment is a start. Keep homes cool, dry, non-smoking, low-odour and ventilated (use a pollen-proof screen). If keeping carpets think small, vacuum and dust often. Launder sheets. pillowcases (55°C water) and wash indoor pets, especially cats, after discussing this with your vet weekly. Replace furnaces and air-conditioner filters while in use. Wash stuffed animals (55°C water/place in a plastic bag in the freezer for a few days) monthly.
Allergy Epidemic

Allergy Epidemic

  1. Leukotriene inhibitors and steroids sprayed in the nose can help with symptoms. Conventionally anti-histamines (diphenhydramine; check side–effects) with/out “Mast cell stabilisers” or steroids are given.
  • Changing medication prevents building a tolerance to them.
  1. Subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) or allergy shots are injections of allergens given at increasing dosages. Typical treatment: weekly shots for the first 3-6 months, then monthly for 3-5 years.
  • Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) – a preventive treatment – is not as effective as shots but is safer, since there’s less risk of side effects (anaphylaxis).
  • In the case of severe allergies, carry an EpiPen in case of anaphylaxis.
  1. Most allergies can’t be cured. However, potentially life-threatening peanut allergies have recently essentially cured 9/10 recipients of a new treatment using a dose of a probiotic, together with peanut protein in increasing amounts.

Susannah Makram is a registered Naturopath. Her diagnostic skills are recognised as a registered Osteopath. Her interests in Naturopathic Nutrition, nutrigenomics, epigenetics and the functional approach to healthcare make her Portfolio treatment Safe, Clinical, Practical, Effective.

When you correctly identify your child’s allergies, Susannah will help you find a suitable strategy to help manage your child’s allergies. Managing your child’s allergy symptoms need not be a lifelong burden.

15 Fertility Rate Facts To Know Now

Fertility Rate – 15  Facts  – What You Need to Know Now If You Ever Want Kids

It’s likely you’re unsure of your current fertility rate. Modern times are affecting our fertility rates. Our fertility rates are subject to changing trends and patterns. We know lifestyle choices during pregnancy affect the health of your baby. What about food, exercise and other lifestyle choices we’re making today? Do they affect our fertility rate, our potential future?

These are choices we are making today.

“15 Fertility Rate Facts To Know Now”

‘One in six couples has problems starting a family’       [tweetthis hidden_hashtags=”#fertility #pregnancy”]’One in six couples has problems starting a family’ [/tweetthis]

In a word, yes. Lifestyle factors can affect a woman’s chances of getting pregnant. This is by natural and assisted conception. It’s not just women, male partners affect chances of pregnancy too. Your fertility rate or your current fertility profile should enable you to face facts.

Why Fertility Rates Are On The Decline

Let’s get clued up now. Here’s why:

  1. One in six couples has difficulty having a baby – in 40 per cent of these cases the difficulty is associated with the man.         [tweetthis]In 40% of #infertility cases, the cause, for 1 in 6 couples, is associated with the man[/tweetthis]

Equal responsibility is about sharing knowledge and open communication. 

  1. Timing is just about everything when it comes to fertility –

In a normal cycle of 28 days, the woman ovulates normally on day 14 (14 days after the start of menstruation). The most fertile day would be on day 14 and the most fertile week is that which goes from day 11 to 17.

  1. The medical definition of infertility is the failure to conceive following twelve months of regular unprotected intercourse After this time your GP will refer you for:

A blood test to measure ovulation is required. The most common cause of ovulation problems is polycystic ovaries.

Chlamydia can cause pelvic inflammatory disease and fertility problems. So this might be tested for also (vaginal swab or urine test). Male sperm count and motility are measured at this stage from a sperm sample.

  1. Secondary infertility accounts for 60 percent of infertility cases – that is, when a couple has trouble conceiving after they’ve already had a baby or more — is more common than primary infertility, when first-timers have trouble.
  1. Women are at their most fertile between the ages of 20-24

There are both advantages and disadvantages to giving birth at different ages. Overall, being healthy parents puts you in good stead.

 

Female Infertility

15 Fertility Rate Facts To Know Now

  1. Female fertility begins to decline at age 30.

If you are over 40, you may want to start your quest for a second pregnancy with a fertility expert on hand. Similarly, if your partner is over 40, you may want to get a specialist on board from the beginning.

  1. Sperm DNA damage has been identified as a major contributor to male infertility        [tweetthis]Sperm DNA damage has been identified as a major contributor to male #infertility[/tweetthis]

The quality and quantity of the sperm diminishes from the age of 25. Damage to sperm DNA (sperm DNA fragmentation) affects every fertility checkpoint and can increase the risk of miscarriage.

The SpermComet assay is a second generation sperm DNA test. It is the ONLY test that can measure the extent of damage in individual sperm.

  1. Men Do Have a Biological Clock

Males can produce viable sperm — and father babies — well into their AARP years. However, older men are more likely to have fertility issues. Also, due to dipping testosterone levels, there is a decrease in quantity and quality of sperm. Sperm strength, motility and other factors.

Male Fertility Testing

Male Fertility Testing

 

  1. More than half of all pregnancies conceived through IVF in women over age forty are produced through donor eggs. Egg freezing or (new techniques like) vitrification is not a taboo subject any more.

 

  1. Female infertility is typically caused by one or more of these factors:

Damage to fallopian tubes (tubal infertility)
Endometriosis
Uterine or cervical causes
Ovulation disorders

 

  1. Success in assisted conception is dependent on the quality of the sperm and eggs

Egg quality falls with age. Hence, one of the strongest predictors of whether an IVF cycle will be successful is the age of the woman. A major cause of this is the development of chromosomal abnormalities in the egg as it matures, which can in turn be passed on to the embryo.

Genetic screening is available to help choose the best embryo(s) to replace and thus increase the pregnancy rate.

 

  1. Cough medicine can help you get pregnant, laptops and briefs can impair sperm production. Saliva is a sperm Killer & position doesn’t really matter. Common Chemicals Are Fertility Inhibitors

Expectorants loosen up mucus in your chest but they are also able to loosen up cervical mucus – if antihistamine-free. Looser cervical mucus is easier for sperm to hitch a ride in!

Not all bodily fluids get along. In fact saliva is a sperm killer. The truth is most lubricants and massage oils are fertility unfriendly. So it is best to go without when you are baby making.

Some studies have shown that the now-infamous Bisphenol A (BPA) can decrease fertility in women. Perfluoronated chemicals (PFCs), used in Teflon, have also been shown to affect the menstrual cycle.

15 Fertility Rate Facts To Know Now Continued…

  1. Both Prescription & Recreational Drugs affect fertility as does smoking cigarettes

Some antidepressants (like SSRI’s) can raise a woman’s serum prolactin level. This can interfere with normal ovulation. Even certain antiemetic (anti-nausea) medications can alter prolactin levels.

Using any drugs, even cannabis, can affect the menstrual cycle. Heavier drugs like opiates have been shown to suppress the reproductive cycle. They affect the centers of the brain that control release of the female hormones.

Smoking cigarettes – even secondhand smoke – has been shown to reduce fertility time and time again.

 

When IVF Fails

When IVF Fails

 

  1. An Unhealthy body weight may prevent you from having children

Being overweight, obese or underweight can have negative consequences for one’s ability to conceive. This is because obesity can interfere with normal hormone function and fertility. The only treatment available to successfully reverse sperm DNA damage is largely dependent on two things. These are nutrition and nutritional supplementation.

  1. Fertility is a sensitive subject for a reason and there are support groups. Fertility and therapeutic counselling is also available for couples trying to conceive naturally. These are also there for individuals and couples using assisted fertility methods.

15 Fertility Rate Facts To Know Now

Susannah understands that when a couple hears a diagnosis of  ‘unexplained infertility’ it’s incredibly frustrating. When natural conception or assisted reproductive fertility treatment haven’t been successful, it’s difficult to hear. The most common assisted fertility treatment is IVF.  We put together 15 fertility rate facts to know now because you want to understand what the next steps are. You want to move forward from this, when ready. You should be able to discuss these steps and come to a decision together.

Nutrition impacts 80% of your modern lifestyle. This impacts every single factor affecting fertility. This goes for both men and women. If you  take ownership of your health you can make sure that the right changes impact you and your partner for the best.

 

Osteopath vs Chiropractor

Should I see a Physio, a Chiropractor or an Osteopath for my pain?

How to fix back pain (today) is the number one enquiry at Susannah Makram Clinics. It starts by choosing the right treatment for your specific back pain. Osteopathy can help reduce symptoms of pain, to restore form and function to the body as a whole.

To an osteopath, for our body to work well, its structure must also work well. So osteopaths work to restore our body to a state of balance, where possible without the use of drugs or surgery.
Osteopathy includes touch, physical manipulation, stretching and massage to increase the mobility of joints, to relieve muscle tension, to enhance the blood and nerve supply to tissues. This help our body’s own healing mechanisms.

Posture advice

Posture advice

They may also provide advice on posture, movement work to include dynamic posture, muscle balance, recurring injury prevention.

Exercise prescription in general is a big part of physiotherapy. This works to aid recovery, to regain functionality and movement.

Osteopathy looks at the body as whole. As osteopath in West End and Mayfair, osteopath in Knightsbridge, the way our body moves influences how it functions. Myself and the osteopathic community are naturally inclined to practice functional healthcare or functional physical therapy.
The principles of osteopathy and naturopathy are excellent drives to our total body wellness, when applied using IN THE FOUR PHASES.  Osteopaths are highly competent healthcare professionals, recognised by the NHS.

Lower Back pain

One in three of us will experience low back pain at some point in our lives. Over 30,000 people every day visit an osteopath. They are suffering from a variety of conditions. Clients coming to our Chelsea and Knightsbridge osteopathy clinic  may be pregnant, mothers, or those with work related musculoskeletal strains and sprains. Find the main causes of low back pain here.

We don’t need a referral from our doctor to see our osteopath in London. Typically we’ll be able to book our osteopathy appointment efficiently. Good news when we’re stressed out and in discomfort, affecting our sleep, our performance and mood.

Osteopath appointment quickly

Osteopath appointment quickly

Osteopath vs Chiropractor

Fast Facts about osteopathy, chiropractic, physiotherapy in the UK:

 

1. NHS
Osteopathy and chiropractic are not available on the NHS in all parts of the country. Even in places where osteopathy is available, there may be limited availability. The same applies for Chiropractic treatment. Many physiotherapists work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. They can work from NHS hospitals, community based organisations, private hospitals and clinics, sports clubs, charities and workplaces

2. Qualifications osteopath
Osteopaths complete a four- or five-year honours degree programme (bachelor’s or master’s). This degree programme involves at least 1,000 hours of clinical training. Some osteopaths are qualified to PhD level.
Qualifications chiropractor
Chiropractors’ 4-year Chiropractic Degree programme ensures completion of bachelor of human science degree completion.
Qualifications physiotherapist
Physiotherapists complete a three-year full-time BSc (Hons) programme.

west end osteopath

west end osteopath

3. NICE Guidelines
There is good evidence that osteopathy is effective for the treatment of persistent lower back pain. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends it as a treatment for this condition.
Currently, (NICE) recommends manual therapy that might include spinal manipulation (as practiced by chiropractors) as a treatment option for persistent lower back pain.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) advises that manual therapy can be used to treat persistent lower back pain.

4. Legal – Primary Certifying Body
It is illegal to practice osteopathy in the UK unless registered with General Osteopathic Council. To practice chiropractic in the UK unless registered General Chiropractic Council; physiotherapy unless registered with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.

Osteopath Chiropractor Physiotherapist

Fast Facts about osteopathy, chiropractic, physiotherapy in the UK:

5.  Osteopathy is one of only two complementary and alternative medicines (CAMs) that are regulated under UK law. The other is chiropractic.

6. Chiropractic was founded as a health profession in the US in 1895 by a Canadian called Daniel David Palmer. Palmer practiced magnetic healing. He had no conventional medical training.

7. The earliest documented origins of physiotherapy (physical therapy) as a professional group date back to Per Henrik Ling. ling was the “Father of Swedish Gymnastics.” He founded the Royal Central Institute of Gymnastics (RCIG) in 1813 for massage, manipulation and exercise. In 1894 four nurses in Great Britain formed the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy

8. Andrew Taylor Still, MD, DO (August 6, 1828 – December 12, 1917) was the founder of osteopathy and osteopathic medicine in 1874. He was also a physician and surgeon. Still was also an author, inventor, Kansas territorial and state legislator.

Dietitian vs Nutritionist

What is the difference? Dietitian vs Nutritionist

There’s a lot of confusion about dieticians and nutritionists and coaching so, firstly, knowing what you want to achieve from changing your diet and lifestyle habits is important. Secondly, if you’re unsure about what services are offered – ask us. We won’t bite, promise! What’s a naturopath and an osteopath and HOW can we help you know about use nutrition to feel better?

Nutritionists:

  • Nutritionists typically work for public bodies or for the government as opposed to seeing individuals on a one to one basis. They generally advise organisations on matters of health and nutrition and formulate information for the public or for their employer.
  • ‘Nutritionist’ is not protected by law in the UK. This means that anyone is able to assume the title in a professional capacity, even if they do not possess adequate training and experience.
  • However, only those who are registered with the UK Voluntary Register of Nutritionists (UKVRN) (regulated by the Association for Nutrition) are able to refer to themselves as a ‘Registered Nutritionist’, or as a ‘Registered Public Health Nutritionist’.
  • Though nutritionists are not permitted to issue or alter medical prescriptions, they may recommend certain supplements
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Dietitian vs Nutritionist

Dietitians:

  • Many work principally within the NHS.
  • They are statutorily regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Because dietitians are regulated healthcare professionals, they are qualified to treat certain medical conditions.
  • Must be trained to University degree level or above.
  • The British Dietetic Association is the single professional body for dietitians and is responsible for the design of the curriculum.
  • Typically a dietitian vs nutritionist will advise people with special dietary needs such as those with kidney disease diabetes or cancer.

Susannah believes that taking ownership of your health begins with your first step to making an informed decision. Your health journey may or may not require you to understand options available to you, for example, dietitian vs nutritionist is a question you may need to ask. If you are not sure who the right specialist is to guide you safely through your health journey, you should feel comfortable to make enquiries first and understand that the process demands their to be a good fit between yourself and your specialist. Otherwise, it is making it hard work for you to achieve the desirable results you have in mind or to understand fully whether or not these expectations are realistic.

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