Thrive Body Clinic

12/11/2025

Ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Why does one shoulder sit higher than the other?”You’re not imagining it.And no, it’s not because you “slept funny” or “carry your bag on one side.” A tilted shoulder can be your body’s way of saying it’s been adapting — for a long time. At Thrive Body Clinic, we see this all the time....

Ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Why does one shoulder sit higher than the other?”You’re not imagining it.And no, it’s not because you “slept funny” or “carry your bag on one side.” A tilted…

10/11/2025

Let’s be honest — shoulder tension is the modern badge of honour for stressed, busy adults.We hunch over laptops, clench our jaws through emails, and somehow expect our neck and shoulders to cope. Then by mid-afternoon, we’re stiff, sore, and snapping at everyone because it feels like someone’s parked a brick between our shoulder blades. If that sounds familiar, you’re not broken — you’re human....

Let’s be honest — shoulder tension is the modern badge of honour for stressed, busy adults.We hunch over laptops, clench our jaws through emails, and somehow expect our neck and shoulders to cope. …

07/11/2025

Let’s be honest — you already know what to do.You know the habits you should build. You know the things that would move your life, health, or mindset forward.And yet, most days… you don’t do them. You make promises to yourself — “Tomorrow I’ll start.” “This week I’ll be consistent.” — and then when the moment comes, you stall....

Let’s be honest — you already know what to do.You know the habits you should build. You know the things that would move your life, health, or mindset forward.And yet, most days… you don’t do them. …

05/11/2025

The Overlooked Culprit If you’ve ever had nagging shoulder pain or a stiff upper back that just won’t shift — even after stretching, massaging, or clicking everything in sight — you might be missing a key piece of the puzzle: your ribcage. We tend to think of ribs as just the bony armour protecting our lungs and heart. But they’re actually…...

The Overlooked Culprit If you’ve ever had nagging shoulder pain or a stiff upper back that just won’t shift — even after stretching, massaging, or clicking everything in sight — you might be missin…

03/11/2025

Mornings should start with energy — not aches.But for many people, especially in mid-life, the first few steps out of bed can feel more like a shuffle. Hips creak, the lower back feels tight, and everything just seems slower to loosen up. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Morning stiffness is one of the most common complaints we hear at…...

Mornings should start with energy — not aches.But for many people, especially in mid-life, the first few steps out of bed can feel more like a shuffle. Hips creak, the lower back feels tight, and e…

22/10/2025

🌬️ How Breathing Affects Pain, Posture, and Calmness 🌿

We all breathe around 20,000 times a day — but most of us never think about how we’re doing it.

When life gets stressful or we’re dealing with pain, our breathing often becomes shallow and tight without us realising… and that can quietly feed into tension, poor posture, and even more discomfort.

At Thrive Body Clinic, we often see people who are doing everything “right” — stretching, moving, resting — but still feel tight and sore.

And more often than not, their breathing patterns are part of the picture.

💨 Here’s what better breathing can do for you:
✅ Ease muscle tension and reduce pain
✅ Improve posture and spinal support
✅ Calm your nervous system and help you feel more relaxed

The good news? You can start making small changes straight away — and osteopathic treatment can help free up the ribs, spine, and diaphragm so you can breathe (and move) freely again.

If you’ve been feeling tense, stiff, or “stuck” in your body, it might be time to look a little deeper — right down to how you breathe.

✨ Read our latest blog to learn more about how your breathing affects pain, posture, and calmness — and what you can do to improve it.

👉 Read the full post here: https://thrivebodyclinic.com/2025/10/22/how-breathing-affects-pain-posture-and-calmness/
👉 Book your next appointment: https://thrive-body-clinic.uk2.cliniko.com/bookings

Remember:
“The way you breathe affects the way you move — and the way you feel.” 💫

20/10/2025

20/10/2025

🌟 Struggling to Stay Mobile After 40? You’re Not Alone 🌟

It’s completely normal to feel a little stiffer than you used to — whether it’s getting out of bed, tying your shoes, or squatting down to pick something up. But here’s the good news: staying mobile after 40 isn’t about working harder… it’s about working smarter. 💪

At Thrive Body Clinic, we help people in their 40s, 50s, and beyond keep moving freely — without nagging pain holding them back.

Here are 3 simple tips you can start with today:
1️⃣ Move Often — Even a Little Counts
Sitting for long hours is one of the biggest culprits behind joint stiffness. Try to move every 30–45 minutes — even if it’s just standing up, stretching, or walking around the room.
2️⃣ Strengthen What Supports You
Strong muscles protect your joints. Focus on gentle strength training, resistance bands, or even bodyweight exercises — especially for your hips, knees, and core.
3️⃣ Stretch for Recovery, Not Just Warm-Ups
Stretching after you move helps release tension and keeps joints supple. Think of it as maintenance for your body — a small habit that pays off long term.

👉 The key is consistency, not perfection.
If you’ve noticed your flexibility or strength slipping — or if those little aches are becoming more frequent — osteopathy can help restore your body’s balance and get you moving comfortably again.

📍 We’re based in Worthing and love helping local people stay active, healthy, and pain-free.

💬 Book your next appointment at Thrive Body Clinic today — let’s keep you moving well for the years ahead.

15/10/2025

It isn’t just hot flushes - hormonal changes make joints ache and muscles tighten too

15/10/2025

🌿 Perimenopause and Pain: Why Hormonal Changes Affect Muscles and Joints 🌿

Aches and stiffness you can’t quite explain? You’re not alone — and it might not be “just getting older.”

During perimenopause, falling oestrogen levels can make muscles and joints feel sore, tight, or inflamed. You might notice pain in your hips, shoulders, or hands, or feel like your body just isn’t recovering as easily as it used to.

Here’s what’s really going on 👇
💢 Lower oestrogen = less collagen = stiffer joints and slower recovery
💤 Poor sleep and stress can make pain feel worse
🧠 Your nervous system becomes more sensitive to discomfort

At Thrive Body Clinic, we take a whole-body approach to support women through this stage of life.
We focus on:
✔️ Gentle, hands-on treatment to ease tightness and improve circulation
✔️ Movement guidance to keep you strong and mobile
✔️ Support for your nervous system and emotional well-being

Because perimenopause isn’t just about hormones — it’s about helping your body adapt and thrive.

💬 “Your body is changing, not breaking — with the right support, you can move well and feel well again.”

You don’t have to “just live with it.”

Read our latest blog to learn more about how osteopathy can help you stay active, strong, and comfortable through perimenopause:
👉 https://thrivebodyclinic.com/2025/10/15/perimenopause-and-pain-why-hormonal-changes-affect-muscles-and-joints/
✨ Thrive Body Clinic — helping you move well and live well, at every stage of life.

13/10/2025

🚗 Tight hips from sitting, driving, or long work days?

You’re not alone — and it might be part of what’s making your lower back ache too.

At Thrive Body Clinic, we see this all the time. When your hips stiffen up, your lower back starts doing more than its fair share of the work… and that’s when pain or tension creeps in.

In this week’s blog, I’ve shared 3 simple, effective tips to help loosen up tight hips — so you can move, squat, and walk more comfortably again.

✅ Why short, daily stretches work better than once-a-week efforts
✅ How movement variety can save your back
✅ And why sitting less isn’t always realistic — but moving differently is

If your hips feel locked up or you’ve noticed your back tightening after long drives or desk work, this one’s for you.

👉 Read the full post here: https://thrivebodyclinic.com/2025/10/13/3-tips-for-loosening-tight-hips-and-why-your-low-back-will-thank-you/
📍 Thrive Body Clinic, Worthing
💆 Local osteopath helping you move with ease

08/10/2025

💪 Tendon pain that just won’t quit? Let’s talk about it.

Whether it’s that nagging ache in your shoulder or a sharp twinge in your heel when you take your first steps in the morning — you might be dealing with tendinopathy.

At Thrive Body Clinic, we see this all the time — especially in people trying to stay active while juggling busy lives. The two classic culprits?

👉 Biceps tendinopathy – pain at the front of the shoulder that flares when you reach or lift.
👉 Achilles tendinopathy – heel or calf pain that’s worst in the morning or after activity.

The tricky thing about tendinopathy is that it often lingers. Rest alone rarely fixes it, and doing too much too soon can make it worse.

That’s why treatment focuses on restoring balance — not just calming pain.

In our latest blog, we break down:
✅ What causes biceps and Achilles tendinopathy
✅ Why rest alone doesn’t work
✅ How osteopathic treatment supports tendon recovery
✅ What you can do at home to keep progress going

If you’ve been frustrated by ongoing shoulder or heel pain and just want to move freely again, this one’s for you.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://thrivebodyclinic.com/2025/10/08/tendinopathy-understanding-and-overcoming-biceps-and-achilles-pain/

And remember — your body can heal. With the right guidance, patience, and movement, you’ll be back to doing the things you love.