
Studies: Homeopathy performed better than antibiotics for ear pain and infections
Have you, or one of your children, ever had an ear infection? If so, you’ll know the urgency of treating the pain and inflammation as quickly as possible. Fortunately, homeopathy helps with that – even during the dead of night. All you need is a little knowledge of the basic remedies traditionally used by homeopaths for the problem. Common earache remedies Aconite napellus (Acon.) Useful in the early stages of an ear infection, especially following an exposure to cold, dry a

Repetitive Strain Injury: What is it and how to avoid?
RSI (or Repetitive Strain Injury) is a descriptive term for a constant overuse of the same musc le, ligament or tendon. Occupational Overuse Syndrome (OOS) is another name and depending on the area affected, you might have heard more specific descriptions: Tennis Elbow, Golf Elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome… Repeated use of the same movements causes inflammation and damage to the soft tissues (muscles, nerves, tendons and tendon sheaths etc.). This will then lead to pain, stiffn

Pregnancy and Beyond
How with a little help and understanding we can stay fit and healthy throughout the physical changes of pregnancy and childbirth. TALK FRIDAY 29 JAN, 9.30-11am THE ROUND CLINIC We will talk about the physiological changes and the common issues encountered during the various stages of pregnancy, and how osteopathy and physical exercise can help women to stay comfortable and regain the strength and stability they had before their pregnancy. SOFIE JACOBS, Registered Midwife (Be)

What is Sophrology?
What is Sophrology ? "Sophrology is a discipline designed to train your mind to live a happier, healthier life." Sophrology will teach you to place your mind in the areas that build you, that nourrish you, rather than having your mind think endlessly about things you can not change, worry for the future, or anticipate what might never occur. You will learn easy to use and efficient tools to: Detect and better enjoy the pleasant areas of your life Be present to the moment Over

The Amazing Baby Brain!
Many of us live busy, goal-oriented lives in which we race about, eager to achieve quick results and succeed in all manner of tasks, great or small. This cultural tendency permeates everything we do, even our nurturing. As parents, we may be eager for our children to achieve, and even when they are babies, we are encouraged to watch them closely, ticking the boxes of optimal d Panic may set in at the first sign of inadequacy, but although fears relating to autism and learning

What is it with all this coughing??
This month we have seen far too many people with respiratory problems in the clinic. From babies with bronchiolitis to children with bronchitis to adults being hospitalised for severe pneumonia... They all have one thing in common: a weakened immune system. An immune system not strong enough to hold off the bugs we all are exposed to...so this blog is all about HOW TO STRENGTHEN OUR IMMUNE SYSTEM, how to fight of the microbes in a natural way, tips and practical advice on pre