Osteopaths in Sevenoaks 

The town of Sevenoaks in Kent is located in South East England, a little over 20 miles from London. Despite popular myth, the town was not named after oak trees along the boundary of the Vine Cricket Ground, but rather was derived from the Saxon name given to a chapel near seven oak trees in Knole Park around 800 A.D. However, the Vine Cricket Ground is still one of Sevenoaks’ landmarks. One of the oldest cricket grounds in England, its first match was played in 1734, and it was the first place in England to play cricket with three stumps. Sevenoaks’s affluence can be seen in its well-maintained houses and green spaces, as well as the presence of a Waitrose and Maserati dealership on the High Street.

Because of its proximity to London, Sevenoaks has a large commuter population which travels to and from the city on a daily basis. These commuters enjoy having a home away from the hustle, bustle, and grime of city life, but local Sevenoaks Osteopaths know the danger of this daily commute to backs and necks. Osteopaths warn that the long hours spent on the train or in the car can cause tension to build in the lower back, neck, and shoulders. The lower back, especially, is affected by the train or car, as most seats do not provide sufficient lower back support. Moreover, vibrations from the tracks or road cause tiny bursts of compression on the lower vertebrae. Luckily, Sevenoaks Osteopaths are very experienced with these types of conditions, and they can provide treatment to relieve tension throughout the body, including the lower back, neck, and shoulders. They can also provide advice about how to reduce the effects of the daily commute in order to prevent future pain.

As an affluent suburban area, Sevenoaks is also a popular place for families with young children. Many Sevenoaks Osteopaths are specialists in treating babies and children with a technique called Cranial Osteopathy. This gentle technique identifies stresses throughout a child’s a body and can relieve symptoms such as colic, wind, glue ear, and sleep disturbances.