Bodyfix Clinic

Take a look at our great review by Juliet Wheater when she visited Victoria Busk (Acupuncturist)

For the full review go to:
https://epsomandewellfamilies.co.uk/acupuncture-the-bodyfix-clinic-repair-recover-relive-review/

💥 Sciatica is caused by irritation, compression, or inflammation of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back into the leg.

Common causes include:
• 📍 Herniated Discs
• 📍 Spinal Stenosis
• 📍 Bone Spurs

Pinpointing the exact cause can be challenging and requires a full osteopathic examination, including delving into the history of symptoms, a physical examination, postural assessment, and diagnosis to administer the correct treatment.

Symptoms vary from one patient to the next and may include:
• Sharp pain, shooting pain
• Tingling
• Numbness
• Muscle spasms

Treatment options:
• 👐 Manual therapy, including soft tissue massage, electrotherapy, acupuncture, spinal manipulation, or mobilisation techniques
• 🏋️‍♀️ Prescription exercises to stretch or strengthen weak areas of the spine and lower body
• 💊 NSAIDs and muscle relaxants prescribed through your GP if appropriate and necessary
• 💉 Epidural steroid injections, usually as part of a referral process to an orthopaedic specialist
• 👨‍⚕️Surgery for severe cases when symptoms are not relieved by manual or physical therapy

Managing symptoms at home:
• 🚶‍♂️ Keeping mobile and not overdoing it will help to keep pressure off the nerve
• 🔥❄️ Hot and cold therapy applied regularly throughout the day
• 🤸‍♀️ Gentle stretches and following exercises recommended by your practitioner
• 🛌 Adapting sleeping positions, sometimes by sleeping with a pillow between your knees
• ⏳ Avoiding long periods of standing or sitting in a slumped position

With proper management, most sciatica cases resolve in 6-8 weeks. At the Bodyfix Clinic, we will monitor your progress and adapt your treatment plan according to your response and symptoms. We have access to local imaging centres if further investigation is needed and will always guide you through your recovery, including onward referrals if necessary.

If you are concerned or unsure if osteopathy can help, our practitioners are available to discuss this with you over the telephone or by booking a FREE Discovery Session at the clinic.

Call us on 0208 394 0393 and we will be happy to assist you.

Eleanor Leyden Dunbar (Osteopath) is now a qualified C Section Scar Specialist!

Scar massage therapy can help improve appearance, overhang, numbness, pain, itching and many more associated symptoms of pregnancy, birth and new motherhood.

The treatments are pleasant and relaxing and she also can advise you on lots of ways you can improve the healing of your scar at home.

Get in touch for more information or to arrange an appointment. Call us on 0208 394 0393.

Thanks to all those that voted for us. We won Business of the Month. Thank you Epsom and Ewell Families

💥 BUSINESS OF THE MONTH 💥

….Make a business smile ☺️

Thank you for your nominations for the Epsom and Ewell Families & Howden Insurance “Business of the Month” 🤩

July’s Business of the Month is the Bodyfix Clinic 🙌

“BodyFix Clinic is a multi-disciplinary clinic in the heart of Stoneleigh, Epsom. With locally based therapists and staff, we put YOU at our centre.
We pride ourselves on providing specialist therapies with expert therapists in:

Osteopathy, Mummy MOT, Osteopathy for Babies, 1-2-1 Mobility sessions, Chiropody and Footcare specialists, Acupuncture and Sports Massage.”

You will see their poster in the window of Howden for July 🙌

We are now looking for business nominations for:

🌞 August
🤩 September

To nominate we will need:

▪️Business Name
▪️Your reason for nominating i.e. always going the extra mile to meet customer expectations, always service with a smile, 5 star service or product.

Nominated businesses will win a poster campaign, social media mentions and a bottle of fizz to celebrate 🎉

Link to nominate 👉 https://mailchi.mp/95a1d5f4726b/business-of-the-month

🌿✨ Introducing Victoria Busk's New Blog! ✨🌿

Hey everyone! In her first blog, Victoria shares with you her approach to treating hay fever with acupuncture! 🌸💆‍♀️ If you’re looking for natural relief from seasonal allergies, try acupuncture!

🔗 https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/acupuncture-and-hay-fever-relief/

Prepare for labour day with Victoria Busk (acupuncturist at the Bodyfix Clinic):

🌸 Labour Preparation 🌸
🌟 Weekly pre-birth sessions starting from 36 weeks can help prepare your body and mind for labour! 💪✨ We select specific points to assist with cervix and uterus ripening, ease anxiety or frustration, and enhance the prospects of an efficient labour. 🤰💕

👶 Breech Babies 👶
If your baby is in a breech position, we use moxa (mugwort) near a point on the little toe to encourage them to move into the correct position. 🦶🌿 Ideally, treatment starts from 34 weeks, but it can also begin later. During the acupuncture session, you will be shown how to use the moxa at home for 20 minutes a day for 10 days.

It's a safe and effective treatment, but there are a few contraindications:
🚫 Previous C-section within the last 2 years
🚫 Uterine abnormalities like fibroids
🚫 Multiple pregnancy
🚫 Low-lying placenta
🚫 Hypertension

Please reach out to discuss any concerns! Call the clinic on 0208 394 0393 or email us at [email protected]

Pregnancy is an incredible journey, but it often comes with its share of aches and pains, especially in the hip and pelvic areas. Managing these discomforts can be challenging when pain relief options are limited during pregnancy. This is where holistic medicine, like acupuncture, truly shines.

What Causes Hip and Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy?

🤰 Relaxin Hormone: This hormone helps loosen joints and ligaments in preparation for childbirth, but it can also lead to instability and discomfort in the hips and pelvis.

🤰 Weight Gain and Posture Changes: As your body changes, additional weight and a shifting center of gravity can put extra stress on your hips and pelvis.

🤰 Sciatica: The growing uterus can put pressure on the sciatic nerve, causing pain that radiates from the lower back through the hip and down the leg.

🤰 Symphysis P***s Dysfunction (SPD): This occurs when the joint connecting the two halves of the pelvis becomes too flexible, leading to pain.

How Acupuncture Can Help

💜 Pain Relief: Acupuncture stimulates specific points in the body, which can help relieve pain and reduce inflammation in the hip and pelvic regions.

💜 Improved Circulation: By promoting better blood flow, acupuncture can reduce stiffness and support the body's natural healing processes.

💜 Muscle Relaxation: Acupuncture can help relax tense muscles, providing relief from cramping and tightness.

💜 Stress Reduction: Pregnancy can be stressful, and acupuncture offers a calming experience that can help lower stress and anxiety levels, indirectly contributing to pain relief.

If you're experiencing hip and pelvic pain during pregnancy, acupuncture is a gentle and effective way to find relief.

Please get in touch to learn more about how acupuncture can help you have a more comfortable pregnancy 🤱 Call on 0208 394 0393

✨ Embarking on a fertility journey can be challenging, but you're not alone. Acupuncture can offer gentle support and balance during this time. 🌸

For questions or to book an appointment, reach out to Bodyfix at 0208 394 0393.

📣 Exciting News! We're thrilled to welcome our new acupuncturist, Victoria Busk to the Bodyfix Clinic, starting 4th June!

With 14 years of experience, Victoria specializes in treating a wide range of conditions, from acute to chronic ailments. She has a particular interest in stress, women’s health, menopause, fertility, and pregnancy. 🌿✨

To celebrate Victoria joining our team, we’re offering an initial consultation including a treatment for just £65 (normally £75)!

Book your appointment today! 🙌 call us on 0208 394 0393



📅 4th June
💸 £65 Initial Consultation
📍 Bodyfix Clinic

New Blog post- Osteopathy for Runners.

Can Osteopathy help with running? Of course it can... Find out more here
https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/osteopathy-for-runners/

🌟 Just a few reasons why a baby might see a specialised paediatric osteopath! 🌟 We understand how the musculoskeletal system plays a role in these issues and how to help their little bodies thrive. 💖✨

Introducing The Mummy MOT at Bodyfix Clinic! 🤰🏻✨ Whether you've had a vaginal or C-section birth, we've got you covered with our postnatal check starting from six weeks postpartum. 💕⁠

In just one hour, our Mummy MOT will assess your posture, functional movement (essential for bending, lifting, and squatting), check your tummy gap (diastasis recti), and conduct a pelvic floor examination to screen for sexual dysfunction, incontinence, and prolapse. 🩺💪🏼⁠

Receive a comprehensive report of our findings and a personalised exercise program to help you return to doing what you love!

For more information or to book your session, give us a call at 0208 394 0393 or conveniently book online at www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/bookings. 😊

🌞 Hey, summertime folks! Let's talk about flip flops and their impact on our feet and bodies. 🙅‍♀️💔

👣 So, flip flops are easy, breezy footwear, right? Well, they may not be the best for our precious feet. 😬

😅 With their thin soles and lack of arch support, flip flops don't offer much cushioning. It's like walking with thin cardboard under our feet! Not the comfiest experience. 😕

Plus, the lack of proper grip can lead to some interesting toe-gripping moves to prevent them from slipping away. Our toes end up working harder than expected! 🤔

The thing is, this lack of support and grip can throw off our body's natural balance, potentially causing discomfort in other areas like the lower back, hips, or knees. So let's keep things aligned, shall we?

🌟 While flip flops are perfect for quick trips or beach days, it's good to mix in footwear with better support for daily wear. Happy feet make for happy adventures! 💙✨

🌸 A shout out to all you mums out there 🌸

Eleanor is our registered Osteopath and Mummy MOT® Practitioner. Today, she wants to share a common concern many of her female patients raise during their visits. 🤔 They often wonder if the separation in their abdominal muscles after childbirth is normal.

This separation, known as the "tummy gap", has a medical name: "diastasis recti." It's common for women to experience this condition after giving birth. It occurs when the abdominal muscles stretch and separate to accommodate the growing baby during pregnancy.

💪 But don't worry, beautiful mamas! In her latest blog post, she delves deeper into the topic of diastasis recti and its implications. 💡 She discusses its causes and symptoms and provides helpful insights on self-assessment, managing and reducing the separation. 🌟

🙌 Let's support each other and share this valuable resource with fellow moms and anyone interested in postpartum wellness! Tag a friend who might find this helpful. 🤗 Together, we can empower women to feel confident and strong throughout their motherhood journey. 🌷💪

https://ow.ly/tRnp50P0zXF

Are you a recreational athlete looking to boost performance and maintain peak condition?

Get ready to take your training to the next level with sports massage!

Our sports massage therapist Lisa Day has appointments on Saturdays and Mondays, perfect for post or pre-event preparation or recovery.

Book now at www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/bookings or call us on 0208 394 0393

For a little more information on the benefits of a sports massage see today's blog:

https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/sports-massage-weekend-warriors/

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Happy Tuesday everyone. If you like what we do could you please nominate us for Stoneleigh Business of the month Award?

https://mailchi.mp/95a1d5f4726b/business-of-the-month

It would mean the world to us! Thank you

Business Of The Month We have teamed up with Howden Insurance for this small business poster campaign to make a local business smile 😊 We need your help - can you nominate your favourite local business who could win: 🥂 A bottle of something fizzy 😍 A poster campaign created by us that will be put in the window....

We've got you covered for natal and post-natal care 🤰 - https://mailchi.mp/bodyfixclinic/news-bodyfix-july2023-17766127

Happy St George’s everyone 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

🌟 New Blog by Nicole Preskett 🌟 Sleep Apnoea 🌙💤

https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/sleep-apnoea/

Post-natal nutrition blog available here. Learn which Nutrients and how many calories you should be consuming as a new mum. Read the blog here. https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/a-guide-to-post-natal-nutrition/

⏱️⏱️⏱️ Don't miss this information if you have high cholesterol - https://mailchi.mp/bodyfixclinic/news-bodyfix-july2023-17762684

I didn't know but apparently its NATIONAL PET DAY. I also didn't know that dogs can eat ICE CREAM. Here is a safe and healthy recipe for dog ice cream from our nutritionist Toby. We hope your doggy enjoys it.

Do you include mobility training into your daily life? Think of mobility training like a Pension ...the earlier you star the better. If you'd like to invest in your future self, start with a call to Ryan and book your first session. 0208-394-0393

Happy International day of Happiness 😃😃

It takes 13 muscles to make you smile. The main one being Zygomaticus Major, which raises the corners of the mouth

Vanessa is one of our Osteopaths at BodyFix Clinic. She has a specialist interest in working with sports people. She continues to work with players at Wimbledon each year too. So if you need help with
🎾 Tendinopathies (tendinitis)
🎾Tennis/ Golfer elbow
🎾Muscle strains

Then please call 0208-394-0393

Are you looking forward to your Easter Egg. If you would like to enjoy it without feeling guilty, why not make use of our Nutrition offer. £160 for an initial assesment, dietary plan and follow up session. Book today . This offer expires VERY soon.

Can Osteopathy help Tennis elbow?
What is Tennis Elbow, what should I avoid and which treatment can help? In this blog I answer some of the commonly asked questions about Tennis Elbow. You can read my blog here. https://www.bodyfixclinic.co.uk/blog/

Did you know that Osteopaths can treat babied and young children too? Eleanor is a qualified Paediatric Osteopath after completing her training at the prestigious OCC.

Osteopathy is a gentle treatment suitable for children and babies. Light manipulation and treatment can help to relax and soothe your child