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It’s our Birthday! We’re 26 years old
Saturday 16th May 2020 marks 26 years since Ashlins first opened its doors. Ashlins was founded by Ed Housden, who still owns the clinic today, after becoming interested in natural therapies and training as a Kinesiologist. Since then we've gone from strength to...
Feel Alive with Odette’s 8 Minute Qigong and Acupressure Routine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtwB8xiZRXU Being at home all the time can be strangely exhausting. Maybe you've been feeling sleepy and sluggish despite having an easier routine? Odette's qigong routine is just what you need to feel awake and alive. Give it a...
Emotional Regulation Techniques: You, Only Better
How to Prevent Ingrowing Toe Nails for Beautiful Feet
By Tim Hawes, Podiatrist One of the biggest causes of ingrowing toe nails is ill fitting or inappropriate foot wear. A shoe which narrows too early for your foot, or is not secure enough can put unwanted pressure on the inside of the big toe. This can cause a build-up...
Meet the Team: Q&A with Farrukh, Craniosacral Therapist
Name: Farrukh Akhtar What therapies do you offer? Craniosacral Therapy; Scenar Therapy for pain relief. When and where did you train? I trained at the Craniosacral Therapy Educational Trust, London Why did you decide to become a Craniosacral Therapist? I have been...
Self-Care: Tips for Coping with Lock-down Stress
by Farrukh Akhtar, Craniosacral Therapist Most of us struggle to maintain healthy self-care skills at the best of times, so in situations of extreme stress, such as the current lock-down, in response to covid-19, this becomes even more vital. Fuses can be short, and...
Is Running Bad for My Knees? And Other Frequently Asked Questions About Running
Can I run if I've had a disc injury? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Yes, most disc injuries will heal with time and you'll be fine to run. Running can also be a useful way to strengthen and mobilise your low back, so it could actually be good for your discs.However, if you are...
How to Choose & Buy Comfortable Shoes
by Tim Hawes, Podiatrist The first thing to think about when buying shoes is comfort. You should get the shoes you need rather than the shoes you want, although both would be nice! It is not advisable to buy shoes online unless you know exactly what you want and you...
Working from home? Here’s how to keep your neck and shoulders feeling great
If you’re working from home at a laptop you might be getting achy shoulders and a stiff neck& upper back. Our Osteopath Sarah is here to explain a few easy stretches which will help you feelrelaxed again. Chair RotationsSit facing forwards with your feet on the...