Multiple Sclerosis: Research has been affected by the Pandemic, but there has been Positive Progress
There have been positive scientific breakthroughs that provide new hope for millions of people living with multiple sclerosis.
Neurological Testing for Sciatica | Nerve Examination in Buxton
At Buxton & Bakewell Osteopathy Clinic, neurological testing forms part of every comprehensive spinal examination. It helps us determine which nerve root may be affected, how severe the nerve irritation is, and whether further investigations such as an MRI scan or urgent medical referral are required.
Chemotherapy drugs from Brassicas and Yew Trees!
Plant metabolites have a huge range of biological functions and more than 60% of drugs with anti-cancer activity are derived from plants. More recently the brassica family has been an area of strong scientific enquiry.
Air Pollution, PM 2.5 levels and Our Health
This week in the UK there was a landmark legal case that identified air pollution as a cause of death.
Exercise & Rehabilitation for Sciatica | Recovery Guide | Buxton
Years ago, prolonged bed rest was commonly recommended for sciatica. Today, we know that remaining completely inactive often slows recovery. While the right amount of rest during the very early stages of severe pain can be helpful, carefully selected exercise and rehabilitation play a vital role in helping most people recover.
Personalised Treatment Plans for Sciatica | Buxton Sciatica Specialists
One of the biggest misconceptions about sciatica is that everyone can be treated in exactly the same way. In reality, no two patients are identical.
Can White Fat be Turned into Brown Fat which Burns Energy?
It has recently been discovered that gene editing can transform the fat that we store in our bodies from white fat to brown or beige fat. Most of the fat we store is white fat and its function is simply to store energy whereas brown/beige burns energy.
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff Injuries Explained | Buxton & Bakewell Osteopathy Clinic
The shoulder has an optimum kinematic (meaning the property of motion) lifespan of roughly 40 years. After this point in time we begin to see degenerative changes. The key anatomical issue with ageing in the shoulder is typically the rotator cuff.
Hepatitis C & The Nobel Prize in Physiology
Donated blood has a life of 35 days. A reliable and safe source of blood is essential but before the discovery of hepatitis this could not be assured.
