Osteopathic Therapies - Aligned Osteopathy & Reformer Pilates

Cupping Therapy

Cupping Therapy, or suction cup therapy as its also known, is an ancient method that I use to help my patients manage the pain caused by various conditions including – arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis; back, neck and knee pain; carpal tunnel syndrome; headaches and migraines; and high blood pressure.

I use the dry cupping technique which means suction is applied to the skin for several minutes, this draws the skin up into the cup. I use silicone cups in my sessions.

Cupping causes fluid to be drawn to the treated area. The force of the suction causes tiny capillaries in the skin to break, as a result the body sends blood to these ‘injured’ areas stimulating its natural healing process. This healing process really helps my patients manage their pain.

Cupping leaves temporary marks on the skin which may look bruised. All marks should fade within a week or two.

Dry Needling Therapy

I use dry needling to help alleviate muscular pain in my patients. It is a modern method of pain management that is growing in popularity. The sterilised filiform needles I use are fine, short steel needles that don’t inject fluid, hence the term ‘dry’ needling.

I use the needles to stimulate the body’s trigger points in knotted and tense muscles. The needle helps to release the knot, relieving muscle pain. The needles remain in the skin for a short period of time to ensure they have a chance to work fully. I can also activate the needles using various methods at which point the patient may feel a deep sensation which is normally a good sign of the needles working alongside some muscle twitches.

Dry needling not only provides relief from muscular pain, it can also improve flexibility by reducing muscle spasms and knotting, improving a person’s range of motion.

Mild side effects can include bruising, slight soreness, and slight bleeding, but these are all temporary. Most of my patients have none of these side-affects and find the process relaxing as their tense muscles relax and spasms are greatly reduced or disappear altogether. Dry needling is great for treating sports people and those with muscle pain including fibromyalgia.

Had a sports massage with Lennie today who was very professional and knowledgeable. I’ve had a sports injury for a few weeks and it has certainly helped with that. Top service many thanks. 🙏

It was my first time with an osteopath so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Heloise explained everything perfectly and had a calm and pleasant approach. After our initial consultation I believe the treatment really helped my sciatcic pain and hope it can help in future sessions.

Sandra Tamakloe is one of the most authentic people I have had the pleasure of knowing. She is extremely professional, caring and always interested to hear about my difficulties. Sandra will go to lengths to give an explanation as to what might be happening (if you’re interested) and knows the quirks of my muscular-skeletal system. I have 101 weird symptoms (joking aside) affecting my day-to-day life (none particularly life threatening, but challenging at times), which Sandra is always eager to comprehend; we have some great discussions and feel sure we learn from each other, a tremendous bonus to feel useful when you’re struggling and seeking professional help – this is another aspect of Sandra’s amazing gifts. I would have no qualms about recommending Sandra to anyone.

Professional, smart, clean, approachable, considerate.

Sandra listened to me, asked several questions, was interested in the history of myself and my wider family (it all contributes!) and then proceeded to assess what was required and what she recommends we do as a course of treatment.

Cannot recommend Sandra enough, she is fantastic, she has extensive knowledge, and fixed the issue that I had.
I have also attended one of the reformer pilates classes which was so much fun, I will definitely be back!

I was suffering with severe tennis elbow from crocheting, I could barely use my arm to write, crochet or use a knife. Sandra treated me using massage and acupuncture. This did the trick, the twinges have stopped and the severe pain has not returned. I am back to crocheting, writing and day to day activities comfortably.

Very thankful for the treatment, I would HIGHLY recommend.

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