Support Belts for Lower Back Pain: Do They Really Help?
Back support belts can offer short-term relief from lower back pain - but are they the right choice for you? In this blog, the Body Zest team explains how these belts work, when they can help, and when they might do more harm than good. Learn how to use one safely (without becoming dependent on it) and what really makes the biggest difference to your back health.
Can Osteopathy Help with Reflux or Colic in Babies?
Reflux and colic can leave both babies and parents feeling unsettled. This blog explores how cranial osteopathy helps support digestion, release tension, and soothe even the most unsettled little ones.
How Tongue Tie Affects the Whole Body - Not Just Feeding
Tongue tie is about more than latching or feeding. It can cause tension throughout a baby’s body, affect digestion, disrupt sleep, and impact comfort. Learn how cranial osteopathy can gently support your baby’s whole-body development.
Why Working from the Sofa (or Your Bed) Is a Terrible Idea 💻
Think working from your sofa or bed is harmless? It might be the reason you’re waking up stiff or ending the day in pain. As osteopaths, we see this all the time - here's why your comfy work setup could be sabotaging your spine, and what to do instead.
💤 Is Your Pillow Causing Your Neck Pain?
Neck pain first thing in the morning? Your pillow might be the culprit. In this blog, our osteopaths explain how to sleep smarter, reduce tension, and support your spine overnight.
Diabetes and Foot Health: What You Need to Know
If you’re diabetic, your feet need extra attention. Discover how expert podiatry at Body Zest can help prevent complications, improve comfort, and protect your long-term health.
🛌 What Nobody Tells You About Sleep Positions
Think your sleep posture is the problem? The real issue might be something else entirely. Here’s what most advice gets wrong, and how to sleep smarter.
3 of the Best Exercises to Relieve Lower Back Tension
Lower back tension is one of the most common complaints we see at Body Zest. Whether it’s due to long hours sitting, poor posture, or stress, gentle movement can make a big difference. In this blog, we share three of our favourite exercises to ease lower back pain and help your spine move better, including one that works the whole body.
Feeling Stiff and Stressed After the School Holidays? Here’s How to Reset
After the chaos of summer, it’s normal to feel tired and tense. Here are 4 simple daily habits that help restore balance in your body and support your wellbeing.
What Is Shockwave Therapy
What’s the difference between radial and focused shockwave therapy? Learn how they work, what they treat, and how they help your body heal chronic MSK pain.
3 Bits of Back Pain Advice You Should Ignore (From an Osteopath)
Before you follow popular tips like standing desks or taking painkillers, read what our osteopaths at Body Zest in Banstead want you to know about back pain.
Osteopathy vs NHS Physiotherapy: What’s the Difference, and Which Works Best?
Is NHS physio not helping like you hoped? This blog explores the key differences between NHS physiotherapy and osteopathy, and why many people turn to private care for more personalised, hands-on treatment.
5 Surprising Reasons Your Lower Back Pain Keeps Returning
Tired of back pain that keeps coming back? This blog breaks down five surprising reasons your pain might be recurring, and what you can do to fix it for good.
Tennis Elbow Without Playing Tennis? Here’s Why You Might Still Have It
You don’t need to play tennis to suffer from Tennis Elbow. Discover the real causes of this common condition, symptoms to watch for, and how to treat it with osteopathy, sports therapy, and shockwave.
Why Pain Isn’t Always Where the Problem Starts
Pain isn’t always where the problem starts. When one part of your body stops working well, another part compensates, often leading to pain or injury in a completely different area. Here’s how to spot the signs and fix the real cause.
5 Surprising Reasons Your Lower Back Pain Keeps Returning
Lower back pain that won’t go away? It might be more than just a weak core or bad posture. Learn 5 surprising reasons your pain keeps coming back, and what you can do to stop it.
Can Your Body Tell the Difference Between Physical and Emotional Stress?
Does your body really know the difference between physical and mental stress? Discover how your nervous system responds, and how osteopathy can support long-term recovery.
Can Osteopathy Help with Chronic Fatigue or Burnout?
Struggling with fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest? Chronic fatigue and burnout affect more than your energy, they impact your whole body. Learn how osteopathy can support recovery by calming the nervous system and releasing tension.
How Foot Problems Affect Your Whole Body (Not Just Your Walk)
Think foot problems only affect your feet? Think again. At Body Zest, we explain how your foundation impacts your entire body, and how podiatry and osteopathy work together to relieve pain, restore balance, and keep you moving confidently.
Do I Need Chiropody or Podiatry? Understanding the Difference
Not sure if you need a chiropodist or a podiatrist? At Body Zest, our podiatrist Monica is trained in both - offering expert care for everything from corns and nail issues to heel pain and mobility concerns.