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Injury management and prevention specialists helping you live life without the burden of pain.
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12/11/2025

🌡️ COLD WEATHER PAIN: Why Your Joints Predict the Weather

Your grandmother wasn't imagining it - joints really do ache before weather changes!

Here's the science behind weather-sensitive pain and how to manage it.

The barometric pressure effect:
• Falling pressure = tissue expansion
• Joint capsules stretch and create discomfort
• Old injuries become hypersensitive
• Inflammation increases with humidity changes
• Your nervous system remembers weather patterns

Your weather-pain management toolkit:
📱 Weather tracking: Use apps to predict pressure drops
🔥 Pre-emptive heat: Apply warmth before weather changes
💊 Anti-inflammatory support: Natural options like turmeric
🧘‍♂️ Stress reduction: Weather anxiety amplifies pain
💪 Gentle movement: Keep joints mobile despite stiffness

The 24-hour rule: Start your weather-pain protocol 24 hours before predicted changes for best results.

Today's action: Check tomorrow's weather forecast. If pressure is dropping, implement your comfort strategies tonight!

Chronic weather-related pain flares? Our treatments include environmental adaptation strategies and hands-on relief.

10/11/2025

❄️ MONDAY PREP: Your Body's Winter Readiness Plan

November is your body's preparation month!

As temperatures drop and daylight shrinks, your body needs strategic support to maintain comfort through winter.

What's happening in your body:
• Joint stiffness increases with cold
• Vitamin D levels naturally decline
• Sleep patterns shift with less light
• Seasonal mood changes affect pain perception
• Your body conserves energy differently

Your winter-proofing protocol:
🔥 Heat therapy: Regular warm baths, heating pads
☀️ Light exposure: Morning sunlight or light therapy
💪 Movement consistency: Indoor routines ready to go
🧘‍♂️ Stress management: Extra support for seasonal changes
💧 Hydration focus: Easy to forget but crucial for joint health

This week's mission: Audit your winter wellness supplies.
Do you have indoor movement options? Heat therapy tools? Light sources for dark mornings?

The preparation principle: Small November adjustments prevent big December problems!

Ready to winter-proof your body? Our seasonal wellness assessments help you prepare for comfortable cold-weather months.

07/11/2025

🌟 FRIDAY FOCUS: Meet Toby Small M.Ost - Your Holistic Healing Partner

This week, we're shining the spotlight on one of our exceptional osteopaths who's making waves with his compassionate, whole-person approach! 🎉

Meet Toby Small M.Ost - Registered Osteopath

Toby trained at the same prestigious institution as our Clinic Director Laura - bringing that same foundation of excellence and patient-centered care that defines our clinic! 🎓

What makes Toby special:
🤝 Holistic approach that treats YOU, not just symptoms
👂 Takes time to truly listen and understand your story
🎯 Creates personalised treatment plans for lasting results
💪 Combines hands-on expertise with practical lifestyle advice
✨ Passionate about empowering patients on their wellness journey

What our patients say:

"Toby's approach is exactly what I needed - he looks at the whole picture and really takes time to understand what's going on."

"Highly recommend! Toby is thorough, professional, and genuinely cares about getting results."

"I've seen several osteopaths over the years, but Toby's holistic approach has made the biggest difference to my chronic pain."

Weekend reflection:

Having a practitioner who sees you as a whole person - not just a problem to fix - changes everything. That's the Toby difference! 💙

Community love:

Thank you for trusting Toby and our team with your wellness journey. Your positive feedback and recommendations mean the world to us and help others discover the care they deserve.

Ready to experience Toby's holistic approach?

Book your appointment today and discover how treating the whole you creates lasting transformation!

📞 07733201225📧 info@laurafishlockosteopathy.co.uk🌐 laurafishlockosteopathy.co.uk

05/11/2025

🔗 THE CONNECTION CURE: How Social Support Literally Heals Your Body

Social isolation doesn't just feel bad - it creates measurable changes in your body that slow healing. Here's the science of connection as medicine.

How isolation affects healing:
• Increases inflammatory markers by 30%
• Elevates stress hormones chronically
• Disrupts sleep quality and immune function
• Reduces pain tolerance significantly
• Slows tissue repair and recovery

How connection accelerates healing:
• Releases oxytocin (natural pain reliever)
• Lowers cortisol and inflammatory responses
• Improves sleep quality through reduced anxiety
• Increases motivation for self-care behaviours
• Provides practical support during difficult times

Your connection prescription:
Daily micro-connections:
📞 One meaningful conversation
💬 Text check-in with a friend
👋 Friendly interaction with neighbours/colleagues
🤝 Express gratitude to someone who helped you

Weekly deeper connections:
☕ Coffee with a friend
🚶‍♂️ Walk with a companion
📚 Join a class or group activity
🎯 Shared hobby or interest pursuit

Monthly community building:
👥 Attend local wellness events
🏥 Join support groups related to your health goals
🌱 Volunteer for causes you care about
📚 Take classes to meet like-minded people

The healing truth: Your relationships are as important as your treatments for long-term wellness success.

This week's connection challenge: Have one conversation where you share something real about your wellness journey. Notice how it feels to be heard and understood.

Feeling isolated in your healing journey? Our clinic community and integrated team approach ensures you never feel alone in your wellness goals.

04/11/2025

Your Wellness Village Matters

Three months in, let's talk about something crucial: You don't have to do this alone. Building a support network accelerates your healing and makes the journey sustainable.

Your wellness support team:
👨‍⚕️ Professional support: Healthcare providers who understand your goals
👥 Social support: Friends/family who encourage healthy choices
💻 Community support: Online groups or local wellness communities
🧠 Educational support: Resources that empower your decisions
🏃‍♂️ Activity partners: People who share your movement goals

Why support networks matter:
• Accountability increases success rates by 65%
• Shared experiences reduce isolation
• Different perspectives offer new solutions
• Motivation stays higher with encouragement
• Setbacks become learning opportunities, not failures

Building your support network:
🎯 Identify gaps: Where do you need more support?
📞 Reach out: One conversation can change everything
🤝 Offer support: Being helpful to others builds your network
📱 Join communities: Online or local wellness groups
📅 Schedule check-ins: Regular connection with your support team

This week's action: Reach out to ONE person who could be part of your wellness support network. It could be a friend, family member, or professional.
Remember: Asking for support isn't weakness - it's wisdom!

Ready to build your professional support team? Our integrated clinic approach means you have multiple specialists working together for your success.

31/10/2025

🏃‍♂️ FRIDAY FEATURE: Autumn Sports Safety - Play Smart, Not Sorry

Autumn sports season is here! Whether you're returning to regular activities or trying something new, here's your injury prevention playbook.

Popular autumn activities & their considerations:
🏌️‍♂️ Golf:
• Longer warm-ups in cooler weather
• Layer management during play
• Extra attention to grip in damp conditions
• Post-round stretching routine

🎾 Tennis:
• Court surface changes with weather
• Muscle warm-up takes longer
• Hydration still crucial despite cooler temps
• Joint mobility focus

🚴‍♂️ Cycling:
• Visibility gear for shorter days
• Tyre pressure adjustments for temperature
• Layer strategies for temperature changes
• Road condition awareness

🥾 Hiking:
• Proper footwear for changing terrain
• Weather layer planning
• Daylight time management
• Trail condition research

Universal autumn sports wisdom:
✅ 15-minute warm-ups minimum
✅ Layer clothing for temperature control
✅ Stay hydrated despite reduced thirst
✅ Plan for shorter daylight hours
✅ Listen to your body's seasonal signals

Weekend challenge: If you're planning autumn activities, spend 5 minutes preparing your body beforehand. Notice the difference in how you feel during and after!

Community question: What's your favourite autumn activity? How do you prepare your body for seasonal sports?

Planning autumn adventures? Book a pre-activity assessment to optimise performance and prevent seasonal sports injuries!

29/10/2025

🌬️ AUTUMN ADAPTATION: How Your Body Changes with the Seasons

Your body is constantly adapting to seasonal changes. Understanding these shifts helps you work WITH your physiology instead of against it.

Autumn body changes:
• Metabolism: Naturally increases to prepare for winter
• Sleep needs: Increase as daylight decreases
• Joint stiffness: More noticeable in temperature drops
• Energy patterns: Shift toward conservation and building
• Mood regulation: Requires more intentional support

Your seasonal adaptation strategy:
For increased stiffness:
🔥 Longer warm-ups before activity
🛁 Regular heat therapy (baths, heating pads)
🧘‍♂️ Daily mobility routines
💧 Consistent hydration despite less thirst

For energy shifts:
☀️ Maximise morning light exposure
🏃‍♂️ Exercise during peak energy times
😴 Honour increased sleep needs
🍎 Seasonal nutrition adjustments

For mood support:
🌿 Regular outdoor time despite weather
👥 Maintain social connections
🎯 Set achievable autumn goals
🧘‍♂️ Stress management practices

The adaptation advantage: When you align with seasonal changes instead of fighting them, your body thrives!

This week's experiment: Notice your natural energy patterns. Are you more energetic in morning or evening? Plan activities accordingly.

Struggling with seasonal body changes? Our treatments include seasonal adaptation strategies for optimal year-round wellness.

27/10/2025

🍂 MONDAY MOVEMENT: Autumn Activity Advantage

October brings the perfect conditions for building sustainable fitness habits! Cooler temps, beautiful scenery, and your body's natural energy shift create the ideal movement environment.

Why October movement hits different:
• Cooler temperatures = better exercise tolerance
• Autumn energy naturally supports routine building
• Less summer social pressure = focus on what YOU enjoy
• Seasonal sports return = variety and motivation
• Your body craves more movement as daylight decreases

Your autumn activity optimization:
🌡️ Temperature advantage: Longer workouts without overheating
🏃‍♂️ Consistency focus: Build habits that survive winter
🎯 Goal setting: Use seasonal energy for new challenges
🍂 Nature connection: Outdoor activities for mental health boost
💪 Strength building: Prepare your body for winter activities

October activity ideas:
• Brisk autumn walks in local parks
• Hiking with stunning fall colours
• Cycling in comfortable temperatures
• Outdoor yoga sessions
• Seasonal sports like tennis or golf

This week's mission: Try ONE new autumn activity. Notice how the cooler weather affects your energy and enjoyment!

The seasonal secret: Working WITH your body's natural rhythms creates sustainable fitness habits.

Ready to optimise your autumn activity plan? Our movement assessments ensure you stay active and injury-free through the season.

24/10/2025

🌟 FRIDAY FOCUS: Meet Adam - Your Mind-Body Connection Expert

This week we're celebrating Adam Stansbury, our Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master, and Personal Trainer - the ultimate mind-body integration specialist! 🙌

What makes Adam unique:
• Triple expertise: Hypnotherapy + Reiki + Personal Training
• Founder of Inner Earth wellness approach
• Available in our Newbury clinics PLUS offers FREE 20-minute consultations
• Specialises in breaking through mental barriers to healing
• Perfect complement to osteopathic treatment

Adam's philosophy: "True healing happens when mind, body, and spirit work in harmony. I help you access your body's innate wisdom."

Perfect for: Anyone dealing with fear around movement, chronic stress patterns, performance anxiety, or feeling stuck despite physical treatment.

Weekend wisdom from Adam: "Your body keeps the score of every thought and emotion. Healing isn't just physical - it's a whole-person journey."

Amazing offer: Adam provides FREE 20-minute consultations to help you understand how mind-body approaches could enhance your healing journey!

Fun fact: Adam's integrated approach means you can address both the physical restrictions AND the mental patterns that keep pain cycling.

Ready to explore the mind-body connection? Book your FREE consultation with Adam and discover how hypnotherapy and energy work can accelerate your healing.

22/10/2025

⚡ THE STRESS CASCADE: How 5 Minutes of Tension Creates 5 Hours of Pain

Understanding your stress cascade is the key to interrupting pain before it starts. Here's the minute-by-minute breakdown of how stress becomes suffering.

The 5-minute stress cascade:
• Minute 1: Mental stress triggers muscle tension
• Minute 2: Breathing becomes shallow, shoulders rise
• Minute 3: Blood flow to muscles decreases
• Minute 4: Nervous system switches to "protect mode"
• Minute 5: Physical guarding patterns lock in

The 5-hour aftermath:
• Muscle tension compounds throughout the day
• Poor posture creates structural strain
• Sleep quality decreases from residual tension
• Next-day stiffness and reduced mobility
• Increased pain sensitivity for hours

Your cascade interruption protocol:
🛑 0-2 minutes: Conscious breathing, shoulder drops
🔄 2-5 minutes: Gentle movement, posture reset
🧘‍♂️ 5-15 minutes: Brief walking or stretching
💧 Throughout: Hydration and mindful check-ins
🌙 Evening: Targeted release of accumulated tension

The breakthrough insight: Interrupting the cascade early prevents hours of downstream effects!

Try this now: Set a timer for 2 minutes. Every time it goes off today, do a quick stress cascade check. Are you in the first 5 minutes of tension build-up?

Chronic stress creating persistent pain patterns? Our treatment addresses both immediate tension and long-term stress resilience.

21/10/2025

Your Stress Response is Your Superpower

You can't eliminate stress, but you can train your response to it. Welcome to advanced stress resilience!

The resilience reality:
• Stress is inevitable, suffering is optional
• Your nervous system is trainable at any age
• Small daily practices create massive shifts
• Resilience builds like muscle - through consistent challenge

Your advanced stress toolkit:
🫁 Breath work: 4-7-8 breathing before stressful situations
🧘‍♂️ Micro-meditations: 30 seconds of mindfulness between tasks
🚶‍♂️ Movement breaks: Physical reset during mental overload
🎯 Reframing: "This is challenging" vs "This is impossible"
💪 Recovery rituals: Planned decompression after intense periods

The mindset upgrade: From "I can't handle this stress" to "I'm building my stress capacity."

This week's challenge: Before reacting to your next stressor, take ONE conscious breath and choose your response. Notice the power in that pause!

Pro tip: Stress resilience isn't about being calm all the time - it's about recovering faster.

Ready to build bulletproof stress resilience? Our integrated approach addresses both physical tension and nervous system training.

17/10/2025

🎉 MONTH TWO MASTERY: You're Building Something Incredible!

Eight weeks of consistent wellness focus - look how far you've come! Let's celebrate your growing expertise in self-care.

This month you mastered:
✅ Seasonal transition strategies
✅ Workplace ergonomics optimisation
✅ Sleep setup for pain prevention
✅ Personal toolkit development
✅ Early warning signal recognition

Real progress markers:
💡 You notice your patterns faster
🎯 You respond to signals earlier
🧰 You have go-to strategies that work
🧠 You think prevention, not just treatment
💪 You trust your body's wisdom more

Looking ahead to Month 3: We'll dive into advanced stress resilience, seasonal activity optimization, and building your support network for sustainable wellness.

Reflection questions:
• What's your biggest breakthrough from these 8 weeks?
• Which strategy has become a non-negotiable part of your routine?
• What would you tell someone just starting their wellness journey?

Weekend celebration challenge: Do ONE thing this weekend purely for the joy of movement. Dance in your kitchen, play with your kids, take a scenic walk - celebrate what your body CAN do! 🎊

Community love: Thank you for being part of this wellness community. Your engagement, questions, and shared experiences inspire others on their healing journeys.

The truth: Sustainable wellness isn't about perfection - it's about progress, awareness, and self-compassion. You're absolutely nailing it!

Ready to take your wellness mastery to the next level? Let's create your personalised long-term wellness strategy together.

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Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 9pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8:30am - 1pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

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+447733201225

Website

https://laurafishlockosteopathy.co.uk/

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About Us

Laura Fishlock Osteopathy was founded in 2018 by Laura Fishlock who is a registered Osteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and Institute of Osteopathy. She graduated from the European School of Osteopathy in 2017 with an integrated Masters degree in Osteopathy (M.Ost).

Her interest in sport has pathed the direction of her clinic vision.

‘Sports Osteopathy and rehabilitation specialists helping people recover from injury and improve performance.’

Laura is a member of the Osteopathic Sports Care Association and completed her Level 1 Advanced Performance Pathway and is experienced in pitch side sports trauma management. She has worked with the likes of Newbury RFC, Hungerford RFC, Southampton University Men’s 1st XV, Loughborough Women’s Development, Berkshire girls and Colts and Scimitar Storm. As part of her continuing professional development Laura is certified in Sports taping, Kinesiology taping and dry needling which can be used alongside Osteopathic techniques during your treatment.