Nov 4, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the loveWhat do I need? This is the most common question we are asked; physio, chiro or soft tissue therapy? It is a complex question and a little bit of history is quite illuminating. Osteopathy was invented first by Andrew Still in 1870s as a response to the...
Oct 9, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the loveInflammation is generally considered to be your body’s response to illness or injury but inflammation runs deeper than this – to fully understand it let’s look at some causes of inflammation; diet (not necessarily certain foods as we all react...
Jul 17, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the loveMUSIC THERAPY FOR LOVED ONES LIVING WITH DEMENTIA It can be challenging navigating life with a loved one who is living with dementia, but fortunately there are proven communicative and therapeutic activities you can use to ease the journey. At the...
Jun 25, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the loveTo celebrate Shared Lives Week (24 – 28 June) carers in Gloucestershire are hoping to inspire others to provide a home and family to someone with care and support needs, helping them to make the most of life. Shared Lives Week is an annual...
Jun 9, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the lovePeople of all abilities and mobilities are invited to take part in The Lock Challenge, a fully accessible day to encourage people to enjoy canals in the Stroud district. Organised by Cotswold Canals Connected, this year’s challenge offers participants...
Apr 23, 2024 | Health & Wellbeing
Spread the loveGloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) is urging people to stay safe in and around water to reduce the risk of accidental drownings. The National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) Be Water Aware campaign runs from 22 to 28 April and aims to raise...