How We Help
Straighten Up Your Back Pain
The Pain
Back pain can come from the lower back, shoulders or neck. The effect on every day life can vary from complete debilitation to mild discomfort, with constant nagging pain or aches and strains when moving and could result in loss or restrictive movement and days off work.
The Impact
Back Pain is the most common form of pain, whether it be from an injury, everyday wear and tear or age onset issues.
If Unresolved
Some issues may resolve themselves with rest and over the counter pain killers but for those persistent or reoccurring issues additional support from one of our skilled Practitioners may be able to help.
Treatment Options
It’s important that you choose the right treatment that you feel will help you. Osteopathy is a great starting point for any pain related issue.
Osteopathy provides skilled diagnosis and treatment concerning primarily, but not only, the structure and function of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system i.e. the joints, muscles, ligaments, membranous and fascial tissues, and the central and peripheral nervous system.
Once an initial assessment has been made the Osteopath may offer treatment or suggest an alternative therapy e.g. Acupuncture, Massage Therapy. As an holistic therapy your Osteopath may also make suggestions to improve overall health and wellbeing such as regular Pilates sessions to help maintain mobility and movement in the long term.
Fertility Issues - Supporting You
The Pain
For many couples the fertility journey is far from easy. It is estimated that around 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving (NHS: 2018) which amounts to approximately 3.5 million people in the UK.
The Impact
The physical and emotional effects of infertility can be devastating with relationships strained and bodies exhausted.
If Unresolved
Various factors (including stress) can lead to hormonal imbalances, which can adversely affect fertility.
Treatment Options
There’s lots of advice out there about improving your chances of conceiving, from eating a balanced diet to taking regular exercise, introducing healthy sleep habits and trying to manage your stress levels. If you’re looking for additional support with your fertility you may want to consider Acupuncture.
Research indicates that Acupuncture may be able to help with fertility in several ways; increasing levels in hormone production, including FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) as well as oestrogen and progesterone, which in turn helps to create a more balanced cycle.
Acupuncture may also assist by increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs. Improving the thickness of the endometrial lining can help improve the chance of successful embryo implantation.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is one of the leading causes of fertility issues in females. As well as helping balance hormones levels Acupuncture may also support you with ovulation and cyst reduction.
Alongside Acupuncture, support with relaxation and emotional wellbeing can be found through treatments such as Massage Therapies, Reflexology, Reiki and Talking Therapies.
Heading off Migraines and Headaches
The Pain
Headaches and Migraine can range from pains in the head, to ‘vice like’ stiffness of the neck and shoulders, flashing lights, nausea and vomiting.
The Impact
Headaches and Migraine are not unusual, and the occasional headache after a day of stress or upset is common place – however if you suffer with reoccuring or persistent, crippling head pain, that affects every day life on a regular basis, then you may need additional support to help reduce severity and frequency.
If Unresolved
Regular Headaches or Migraines can affect your ability to complete everyday tasks possibly resulting in absence from work and even missing important events with friends and family.
Treatment Options
If you suffer from headaches and migraine you don’t need us to tell you about the misery they can cause. They are, however, generally symptomatic of something else and it is this ‘something else’ that we look to treat in order to help relieve the symptoms of headache or migraine.
Triggers can include hormonal imbalance, food intolerance, stress and anxiety or a result of tension or a physical dysfunction in the head, neck and shoulder area. We have a range of treatment options, all of which work alongside conventional medical treatments and medication and can be accessed quickly when needed.
Some Headache and Migraine sufferers may benefit from regular treatments to help them continue to manage their symptoms.
Suggested therapies include Osteopathy, Acupuncture, Massage Therapies, Reflexology and Reiki.
Don’t live with pain, discomfort or sadness
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Get Back To You – Managing Stress and Anxiety
The Pain
The symptoms of Stress and Anxiety are different for everyone, but can commonly display as anger, aggression or tears, with associated problems such as sleeping and eating.
The Impact
Stress is a regular part of everyday life, and can be the catalyst to help us to make changes in our lives – however when stress, becomes anxiety and begins to prevent us from completing tasks, or begins to show in physical forms such as headache or nausea then it is important that we seek help to get us back on track.
If Unresolved
Stress and Anxiety can affect our ability to complete day to day activities. If untreated it can also lead to longer term issues such as depression and even physical issues such as high blood pressure and even heart disease.
Treatment Options
Talking Therapies like Counselling and Hypnotherapy can be very helpful, as can body-based approaches like Massage, Reiki and Acupuncture. For some people exercise is the thing that works e.g. Pilates.
Help is available and it is important to reach out and ask for it before things get too bad.
Post-Surgery Support
The Pain
After surgery, physical symptoms like swelling, tenderness, and tightness are common as the body heals. In some cases, swelling persists, making movement difficult and causing ongoing discomfort. This can lead to frustration, especially when clothing or shoes no longer fit as they should.
The Impact
For patients recovering from cosmetic procedures, visible swelling can also affect body confidence, leaving them feeling self-conscious or embarrassed. Together, these physical and emotional challenges can make recovery feel overwhelming.
If Unresolved
If post-surgical swelling isn’t managed, it can prolong healing and increase the risk of complications like infection, extending the recovery period and delaying a return to normal activities.
Treatment Options
Lymphatic Drainage Massage may offer relief from post-surgery inflammation, especially for those recovering from cosmetic procedures like liposuction or tummy tucks.
This gentle massage uses light pressure and rhythmic strokes to encourage the movement of lymph fluid, helping to reduce swelling and eliminate toxins.
Please note that lymphatic drainage massage is not available for individuals undergoing cancer treatment or those treated for cancer within the last six months.
Don’t Put Up With It - Menopause Support
The Pain
Menopause is an unavoidable part of aging for a woman. Its affects can vary greatly from person to person with some women experiencing extreme levels of discomfort.
The Impact
There are a huge range of symptoms associated with Menopause from common issues such as night sweats, irritability and memory problems to heart palpitations and joint pain.
If Unresolved
Although most symptoms can be managed with small lifestyle changes it is important to know that you do not need to suffer and support is available to help you continue to be the best you can be.
Treatment Options
You might be looking for practical support such as Osteopathy for joint pain or Acupuncture for Headaches or Migraine or perhaps you're in need of a little bit of self-care to help you feel like you again with Massage, Reiki or Reflexology. We have a wide range of treatments that may help and a committed team of Practitioners to work with you and for you.
All treatments can work alongside support from the NHS such as Hormone Replacement Therapy.
Don’t live with pain, discomfort or sadness
The Bridge is here to help you!
FAQs for The Bridge Centre for Natural Health
Back pain, especially lower back pain, is probably one of the most common ailments treated by our Osteopaths. The back, although a complex mix of muscle and bone often responds well to the support offered by Osteopathic techniques including, manipulation, massage and stretching.
Massage, specifically Lymphatic Drainage Massage, may be beneficial after cosmetic surgery procedures such as liposuction and tummy tucks. This incredibly gentle massage technique encourages the movement of built up fluid which may be affecting your recovery.
Always speak to your Doctor or Surgeon before undertaking any post operative treatments.
Stress & Anxiety are incredibly common issues – but no matter how frequently they occur they can be extremely debilitating – creating roadblocks in your life. When stress & anxiety become all consuming working with a Talk Therapist can create the support and space you need to navigate through your problems.
Talking Therapies come in all shapes and sizes – whether it be counselling, hypnotherapy or EFT (Tapping). Each therapy, and therapist works with the individual to identify the area of need e.g. stress and anxiety and work out a bespoke plan to address the issue and support you moving forward.
You may feel you just need to talk the issue over with an impartial ear or readdress your way of thinking, whatever you need your Talk Therapist will support you on your journey.
The main theory of Acupuncture is to help restore and rebalance the body when issues occur whether via age, illness or injury.
When in Menopause or peri-menopause the body becomes out of balance, and issues such as hot flushes, night sweats, brain fog (or memory problems) and sleep issues can develop.
Acupuncture seeks to rebalance the system by offering support to the individual, and their unique symptoms and is safe to use with or without HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy).
The reformer machines available in our Pilates Studio offer an additional level of support when exercising. They help encourage a greater movement range whilst offering support for balance. They also allow exercises to be performed in a more considered and controlled way – a great addition to all levels of ability.
Photo of 'Osteopath Robert Brooks with a patient at The Bridge Centre for Natural Health, Derby' by Izzy Barrass.
