Amitriptyline: Why are we prescribed an anti-depressant for chronic pain?
We all have an inbuilt fear of ant-depressants which makes the use of amitriptyline in low doses as a form of chronic pain relief worrying.
Gabapentin is a drug becoming increasingly prescribed for nerve (neuropathic) related pain. What is it? How does it work? Are there any side effects?
Gabapentin has been described as a ‘wonder drug’ for its ability to treat unpleasant nerve pain (neuropathic pain). In the UK, pregabalin and gabapentin prescribing has increased by 350% and 150% respectively in the last 5 years.
Louise runs a busy riding stable but increasing debilitation FROM long-term lower back pain threatened her livelihood until she discovered IDD therapy
A lifetime of hard work as the owner of Buxton Riding School had taken its toll on Louise Thompson.
New research reveals that ibuprofen can increase risk of heart failure
There is now new evidence which suggests there should be restrictions on both the use and sale of ibuprofen.
Hazel thought she would have to give up running because of a disc related issue until she had IDD Therapy
Buxton fell runner Hazel Winder thought a painful back injury had ended her racing days for good.
Things you should know about painkillers: Paracetamol and its toxicity
Paracetamol overdose can occur intentionally or accidentally – the latter due to the high number of combination products available over-the-counter.
Things you should know about painkillers: Tramadol and its side effects
One of the most popular medications for more serious pain is tramadol. In fact prescriptions doubled between 2006 and 2012 from 5.9 million to 11.1 million.
Train driver Craig’s story and his IDD Therapy experience
After enduring nine years of pain and discomfort, Buxton train driver Craig Johnston was facing major back surgery at the age of 29 – until a visit to Buxton Osteopathy Clinic turned his life around.
What is the difference between an Osteopath and a Chiropractor?
This is one of the most commonly asked questions in our clinic!
