Osteopath in Walthamstow, E17

Osteopaths in Walthamstow

A little over 6 miles north east of Charing Cross lies the suburban town of Walthamstow.  The town was chiefly rural until the 19th century, when the railway facilitated the rise of suburbanization.  The famous writer, artist, designer and socialist William Morris called Walthamstow home, and his former house is now a museum and gallery devoted to him.  The earliest part of the town, Walthamstow Village, is a conservation area and contains St. Mary’s Church, founded in the 12th century, a timber-framed house from the 15th century, and Vestry House, now a museum devoted to the history of Walthamstow. 

Walthamstow is famous for its bustling market, which has been in existence since 1885. Consisting of over four hundred stalls, it stretches the length of Walthamstow High Street, 2.1km, and claims to the longest street market in Europe.  The High Street, between its shops and market stalls, offers anything a shopper’s heart desires, and its streets are packed with browsing families.  As any parent knows, keeping track of young children in crowded environment can be quite a feat.  Many parents resort to picking up tired toddlers, carrying them on their hip as they go about their shopping.  However, as any Walthamstow Osteopath can tell you, this posture causes the spine to curve out of its natural position and causes strain on the lower back.  Repeated strain can lead to serious problems and can cause severe lower back pain.  Luckily, Walthamstow Osteopaths can provide treatment for all manner of back pain and provide tips for preventing future occurrences. 

Walthamstow has also gained notoriety for Walthamstow Stadium, a famous greyhound racing arena.  The stadium, which opened in 1933, is still a popular destination for spectators and gamblers who hope their favourite dog can make them rich.  Sometimes a night at the Walthamstow Stadium can be quite stressful, however, especially when it follows a busy work day.  Many gamers don’t realize that their recreational activities can sometimes be more detrimental to their body than their workday.  For this reason, Walthamstow Osteopaths are experts in dealing with injuries from all manner of recreational activities – from sports to racing and everything in between.