Clinic Blog
Cyclists Massage
As the tour de Yorkshire gets underway it seems a good time to remind you that Simon Abbott, of The Harrison Clinic, has developed a massage for cyclists. He is a level 5 qualified Soft Tissue Therapist and is a full member of the Institute of Sports and Remedial...
Maternal Health Month
Pregnancy can be a joyful and sometimes daunting stage in life. For some it represents the culmination of a long journey to become a parent. Ensure that you pace yourself at each trimester and listen to your body, try to embrace the changes taking place. Regular...
Sleep and it’s Importance in Sports Performance
Fatigue can have a drastic impact on our health, wellbeing and performance. Brain function and cognitive abilities are often the first things to deteriorate as the result of fatigue or a sleep deficit. Decision-making skills, judgement of distance and speed and...
What I offer as a nutritionist, your questions answered by Phoebe Wharton
What I offer as a nutritionist, your questions answered by Phoebe Wharton As a nutritionist I’m always asked questions about what I actually do, and if it’s any different to the weekly weight loss support groups (not naming any in particular). So, I thought I’d write...
The Truth about Superfoods by Phoebe Wharton ANutr
Did you know that there’s no actual definition for the word superfood.? In fact the word superfood is a marketing term. The EU has even banned the use of the word on product packaging unless the claim is backed up by convincing research. The problem comes down to most...
Hip pain in adults
Hip pain in adults The most common causes of hip pain we see in adults at The Harrison Clinic are; Osteoarthritis – Inflammation of the tissues in and around the hip joint, damage to cartilage and if advancing bony growths (osteophytes) that develop around the edge of...
Common causes of pain and how to avoid them!
Pain doesn’t start for no reason, there is always something behind it and as osteopaths it is our job to determine whether the cause is due to pathology or lifestyle. In this article I would like to talk about some of the typical lifestyle issues that can cause back...
World Health Day
Today is World Health Day. We are privileged to be able to help others to feel well, experience reduced pain or feel happier. Today is a day to reflect on those around the world who do not have access to health services, find out more here http://ow.ly/Obed50p6BrS...
Walk to Work Day
Today is walk to work day. Around 11% of U.K workers walk to work every day helping to reduce their chances of heart disease & stroke whilst lowering their blood pressure and strengthening their bones. Are you one of them?...
How to increase your energy levels
Whether in your local supermarket, reading the paper or your favourite magazine we are bombarded with different health claims often very conflicting about ways to boost your energy levels. Some suggest taking energy boosting supplements or herb teas while other claim...