Tag: balance
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Polyvagal theory, Osteopathy and Trauma.

Trigger warning for sexual violence. Polyvagal theory has been developed by Stephen Porges, it is allowing a much deeper understanding of what happens to our bodies day to day, and how they get ‘stuck’ as a result of Trauma. Polyvagal theory is important to me as an Osteopath as it helped me realise the importance…
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Flexibility and Balance, the underdogs of health…

It cannot be underestimated how pivotal flexibility and balance are for our health, particularly as we get older. This ideally would be supported by a good amount of strength, a flexible weak joint can be just as painful as a stiff weak joint, strength is essential here to maintain the balance of a flexible joint…