R Bradley Osteopathy

08/10/2025

Have you ever thought how uncomfortable a tortoise’s neck looks. Well this is how many of us sit when we’re at our desks in front of a computer screen.

There are two pieces of advice I give on a regular bases
* Set a timer for 45 minutes. The first time it goes, sit back up and move a little in your seat. The second time it goes, get up and go and get a glass of water. Repeat this throughout the day.

* Book your eye test, if it's not up to date. If your glasses prescription is wrong you could be straining your eyes and holding your neck at an awkward position in order to see the screen properly. This then has knock on effects to the muscles in your neck and upper back.

29/04/2025

I was reminded of this image when I went to talk to my children's classes at school recently. Did you know that looking down at your phone can make your head effectively 6 times heavier than if you were looking straight ahead. It means that the muscles in your neck and upper back have to work much harder to support you head. It's better to lift your phone a bit to look at it rather than look down at it when it's held low.

13/01/2021

I often recommend Gemma West (women’s health physio) to compliment my treatments, her knowledge and guidance in strengthening the pelvic floor and re engaging the core muscles are invaluable. Yesterday I had the pleasure of experiencing her postnatal exercise group class on Zoom (much needed after 2 children!) It was fantastic and I will now be recommending these as well 😀

For more info here is a weblink:

https://www.elitephysicalmedicine.co.uk/our-physio-services/womens-health/postnatal-exercise-class-aylesbury/

26/07/2020

Morning appointments available in August and September in Chalfont St Giles.

04/02/2020

This is a fascinating read giving insight into how our modern skeletons are changing.

From the emergence of a spiky growth at the back of some people’s skulls to the enigmatic finding that our elbows are getting narrower, our bones are changing in surprising ways

28/01/2020

Did you know - four out of five people experience back pain at some point in their lives. Make 2020 your year to get treatment for your .

31/12/2019

Improve your posture in 2020 - The way you sit, stand, and walk has a significant impact on the condition of your spine and general well-being. If you have poor posture, strive to improve it this year by talking regular breaks from sitting, standing without slouching, and sleeping with a supportive pillow. You'll be amazed at the difference.

30/12/2019

Is your New Year resolution to be without in 2020?
If so, consider as a long-term solution to keep you moving.

24/12/2019

I would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and a wonderful New Year.

23/12/2019

Having you been wearing high heels during December? If you're suffering from back pain, remember wearing heels causes the lower back to arch more than normal, the muscles at the back of the legs to tense more and your weight to go through a smaller area. Spending hours with your body in a different alignment can lead to muscle spasms and back pain. Maybe consider lower heels or flats over the Christmas break.

12/12/2019

I love to read. Here's a back-friendly reading tip - pop a cushion under your elbows whilst reading so you raise your book to be in front of your eyes. You will really notice the difference it makes to the strain on your neck.

05/12/2019

What is ? I get asked this a lot. My definition is a manual therapy which looks at the whole person on an individual basis and involves a range of hands-on techniques to treat a range of conditions, including back and neck pain, arthritic pain, sports injuries and cervicogenic headaches and general aches and pains.