The Arch Clinic
Location : Fordingbridge, SP6
Address : Highfield House,Bartons Road, SP6 1JD
Contact : Call 0845 680 0615 to make an appointment with the practice. Let us know if you need an evening or weekend appointment. Calls may be monitored or recorded.
Description : The Arch Clinic is located in a new, purpose built ground floor building with on-site parking by entrance with disabled spaces. Disabled access and facilities inside. Friendly reception with tea, coffee and water available. Has good communication with GP surgery next door for referrals
Specialities : Sports injuries, Whiplash injuries, Rehabilitation, Acute or chronic neck, shoulder, spinal, pelvic, hip, knee and foot complaints. Cranial osteopathy from newborns (for birth trauma) to adults
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Osteopaths at The Arch Clinic are happy to treat patients with any condition listed above.
Chronic muscle stiffness
Chronic muscle stiffness is a painful condition which is difficult to treat. Doctors will routinely treat this condition, at least in the short-term, with anti-inflamatory drugs such as diclofenac. However, these drugs have serious side-effects which can damage the liver with extended usage. As a result chronic sufferers need to consider alternative treatments. One simple palliative option is a relaxing, long hot bath. This will help the muscles relax. More beneficially, osteopaths will prescribe a detailed set of exercises for patients. These exercises use slow repetitive movements to lengthen the muscles. Exercises including stretching and toning, tai chi, yoga and swimming. Walking is also beneficial both to reduce muscle tension but also to help reduce stress and relax the mind. Many osteopaths have trained in what is known as the Bowen Technique which is said to be particularly well suited to this condition and also to Fibromyalgia.
Cerebral Palsy
Science has not yet unlocked the mystery of cerebral palsy and there is no cure. Nevertheless a number of treatments have been recognised as helpful to patients. The Henry Spink Foundation which is one of the leading research charities for cerebral palsy recognises the benefits of a number of techniques, some of which are physical treatments. These treatments include Feldenkrais, Acupuncture, Acupressure and the mainstream physical treatments - osteopathy, chiropractic and physiotherapy. The way in which cranial osteopaths treat cerebral palsy patients is by seeking to drain the lymphatic system with gentle massage, increasing blood flow and draining sinus fluids.
