Gibbons Therapy

😬 Nervous about visiting an osteopath for the first time ? Ever wondered what happens during the first consultation ?
🗒 At Gibbons Therapy we start by asking you some questions about your health, current problem and symptoms, from this information we will be able to see if osteopathy is the right option for you.
🔎 Next we will carry out an examination, which may involve you doing some movements along with a postural assessment and clinical tests. ... At this stage we will determine the best way to treat and manage your condition and begin treatment.
🏃🏼‍♂️ At the end of the appointment we may provide you with some exercises and advice to help you manage your condition between treatments.
📞 Call us today on 01277 650010 to make an appointment.
🖥 Book online at www.gibbonstherapy.com OR www.billericayosteopath.co.uk
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Arthritis & Osteopathy
Arthritis describes a group of diseases which are characterised by swelling in one or more of your joints. It can be broadly divided into two - degenerative or inflammatory arthritis: . • The degenerative form, known as Osteoarthritis or 'wear and tear', is the most common type of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the articular cartilage of a joint begins to degenerate. It is a progressive disorder that usually occurs in middle to late life. This ty...
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That’s better!!! Freshly decorated consultation and treatment room open for business!

Slipped discs are a very common injury that affects the back; they can affect any part of your back and leave you in a quite considerable amount of pain. . Your spinal column is made up of a series of bones (vertebrae) stacked onto each other. From top to bottom, the column includes the cervical, the thoracic and the lumbar spine followed by the sacrum and the coccyx at the base. These bones are cushioned by discs. The discs protect the bones by absorbing the shocks from dail...y activities like walking, lifting, and twisting. . There are two parts to each disc: A soft gelatinous like inner portion inside a tough outer ring. Injury to the disc or weakness can cause the inner portion of the disc to protrude through the outer ring. This is known as a slipped, herniated or prolapsed disc. . This will cause pain and discomfort and sometimes a slipped disc can compress one of your spinal nerves which can lead to you experiencing numbness, tingling or pain along the affected nerve.�. Fortunately the large majority of slipped discs can be effectively treated with stretching, muscle massage and osteopathic care. Treatment is largely based around relieving tight muscles and applying spinal decompression to alleviate any pressure that could be being placed on the spinal cord or nerves. . . Check out our blog for more info on slipped discs and other conditions at www.gibbonstherapy.com/blog
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Opportunity to join the team at Gibbons Therapy. Preferably a Chiropodist or Podiatrist however we are open to inquiries.
Charging room rental only at an extremely competitive rate and this includes a presence on our website with access to online booking. For more information email Info@gibbonstherapy.com

The term "Slipped Disc" gets thrown around quite often nowadays.
But what actually is a slipped disc and how can it affect you? Read our latest blog post below where we give you information on all you need to know regarding Slipped Discs
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New year renovations at the clinic! Shiny new treatment rooms coming soon!

Just in time for the Christmas break! If you know someone in need let them know!
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__ Tendinopathies __
Tendons attach our muscles to bone (as opposed to ligaments which attach bone to bone). Tendon injuries, known as tendinopathies, are usually found where acute irritation occurs when breakdown of an area of the tendon exceeds repair. The forearm extensors and flexor tendons and the achilles tendon (attaching the calf muscles to the heel) are the most commonly affected which often leads to tennis or golfers elbow and painful achilles.
When the tendon sta...
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______ Forward Head posture ______
Many patients suffering with neck and back pain present with a 'forward head posture'. As it suggests, this scenario develops over quite a long time where, instead of the ears being positioned above the shoulders as the person is standing, their head has drifted forwards. This strains the muscles of the neck and shoulders but also adds tension down the muscular chains into the mid and low back leading to joint problems and chronic muscular ...discomfort. Because the body is limited in mobility with the chin brought forward and the rib cage being compressed and forced in to a hunched position, the diaphragm is less effective which reduces oxygenation and impairs functionality of the digestive system. This can lead to problems such as fatigue, headaches, poor concentration and immobility.
Forward head posture can be aggravated by the following:
• Sitting at desks – particularly when working on a computer or studying for long periods of time without a break
• Imbalanced training regimes – This is when a person focuses on building muscles on the front of the body and doesn’t balance it with work on the back muscles
• Low mood – we all slump when we're feeling flat or low
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What can you do to change a forward head posture whether you are standing or sitting?
• Stick your chest out – This is achieved by bringing the breastbone with the fishing line pulling diagonally up towards the ceiling. Your shoulders will automatically roll back into a better position.
• Lengthen the back of your neck – Try to bring the back of the top of the head up towards the ceiling and lift the head so that you feel taller and longer at the back of the neck. Every 4 cm your head shifts, the neck muscles are loaded by 2 times so it's really important to think about alignment of the head.
• If you work at a desk with computers or a laptop - Position your screen so that the top of it is aligned with your eyebrows. If you're using a laptop, buy a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and put it onto books or a stand to enable you to have the screen as explained
• Try not to cross your legs too often or for extended periods of time – this causes misalignment of the hips which can result in problems elsewhere in the back
• Regularly stretch your arms out and clasp your hands together. Reach up towards the ceiling and in front of you if you have space. Gently release out your neck by taking the head from side to side and roll your shoulders forwards and back.
• Make sure that your upper body sits squarely on your hip and your pelvis is tucked beneath you to ensure that you don't over arch your back.
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Are you suffering with aches, pains or injuries?
Book in for an osteopathy consultation and session before Christmas gets in to full swing!
Give us a call today and see if Osteopathic treatment is right for you!

Do you have a rotator cuff injury? Here are 5 easy exercises to get you on to the road to recovery!
We expect a lot from our bodies. Even the simplest of tasks often require multiple joints, muscles and tendons to complete. For example, brushing your hair or picking something up from a high shelf relies on the help of your rotator cuff.
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head of your upper arm bone firmly within th...
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Morning all! I am happy to say that the clinic is ready and open for business 6 days a week, 8am - 8pm and ready to help anyone struggling with aches and pains! Here is the new updated website also with anything you will need to know about us or osteopathy in general! www.billericayosteopath.co.uk - www.gibbonstherapy.com

▶️ Almost everyone will experience some level of back pain in their lifetime.
▶️ Back pain is one of the body's most common ailments, and it can be caused by an injury, disease or a misalignment of the spine. It could be a dull muscle ache in your lower back or a sharp, severe pain that impacts on your ability to stand up straight or bend over. You may be in discomfort for a few days or you could be in constant, chronic pain.
▶️ Usually, back pain occurs as a result of strain...ing the muscles and ligaments that surround your spine. However, if you have a structural issue with the bones of your spine, this can also cause pain.
▶️ When pain becomes chronic, it is no longer just a physical ailment. Chronic pain can have a detrimental impact on your emotional wellbeing. People who suffer from chronic pain may find it difficult to concentrate. They may find that it affects their sleep, appetite, motivation and memory.
▶️ There are various treatment options to relieve or manage back pain but it is essential that you understand the causes and symptoms in order to minimise damage or prevent the back pain from occurring in the first place. It is also vital that you learn the best way to cope with chronic pain. Stress and pain can become a vicious cycle. The more pain you are in, the more stressed you become. The more stressed you are, the more your muscles tense up. Which leads to more pain.
▶️Ask yourself◀️
Are you going to control your back pain or will it end up controlling you and impacting on every part of your life?
👨🏻‍⚕️Osteopathy can help!👨🏻‍⚕️
▶️ If you suffer from mild to moderate back pain, an exercise programme that is carried out under an osteopath's supervision can make a huge difference to your physical and psychological symptoms. These sort of exercises are designed to strengthen the muscles that surround and support your back, which should then reduce the likelihood of further strain or injury.
▶️ Chronic pain doesn't have to be debilitating. Start a diary and record the times when you feel pain – you will more than likely see patterns emerging, which can then help you avoid or more successfully manage certain activities or triggers.
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Spent the morning demonstrating the clinics new inversion table today! Great for spinal decompression and stretching out your back. This can be implemented in to treatments upon request!

Recommend Tom highly after treating me for a sports related injury. Great for isolated injuries as well as maintainence throughout the sporting season!

Recommend Tom highly after treating me for a sports related injury. Great for isolated injuries as well as maintainence throughout the sporting season!