Stable Health

We are excited to announce that another osteopath has recently joined the Stable Health team 💚✅.

Dr Leah Evans (M.Ost FAFS GST) has recently moved back to Harare from her studies in London. Alongside her manual practise, Leah has a particular internet in functional movement which she integrates into her treatment plans.

We would like to introduce and welcome Dina to the Stable Health team. Dina is a distinguished UK qualified podiatrist bringing over a decade of experience 👩🏻‍⚕️🦶🏻.

Dina specialises in a diverse range of pathologies including corns, calluses, ingrowns and infections.

She is excited to introduce a nanotechnology based AI foot scanning device that produces tailored 3D printing orthotics.

Dina is committed to elevating podiatry standards and stands as a beacon for innovation in the heart of Harare.

🟢Disc Herniations and Healing🟢

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🧬 The images in this post are from a case report from the New England Journal of Medicine that documents the spontaneous resorption of a disc herniation without surgery.

🔎Case Study: A 29-year-old women presented to the spine clinic with new-onset pain in her right leg, accompanied by parathaesia. MRI of her lumbar spine revealed a lumbar disc herniation resulting in substantial spinal stenosis and nerve root compression (first image).

📕She elected for conservative treatment with physical therapy and glucocorticoid injections. A second MRI obtained at a 5 month follow-up showed a resolution of the herniation (second image). Her clinical symptoms resolved and she was discharged from the clinic.

🧠The details of this individuals rehab were not given. However, it is important to know that relativity simple conservative treatment programs can help majority of people.

📚References: Hong J and Ball PA. Resolution of lumbar disc herniation without surgery. N Engl J Med. 2016

📚Zhong M, et Al. Incidence of Spontaneous Resorption of Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Meta-Analysis. Pain Physician. 2017

📚Chiu C, et Al. The probability of spontaneous regression of lumbar herniated disc: a systemic review. Clin Rehabil. 2015

Big shout out to our lovely receptionist Chiedza also known as “Chi” 🙌🏻👏🏻. She has been a member of the team since we opened in 2020 💚

Chi is the voice behind all our patients enquires, bookings and day to day admin. She is the backbone of the practise and we would all struggle without her 🦴👩🏾‍💻💚

Our gardens are feeling the seasonal love and are looking recharged for the year ahead 💚🌷🌿✅.

A reminder to take the time to recharge yourself and listen to your body when it’s talking to you 🔋💡.

Did you know that osteopaths use a holistic approach to assist with upper back pain 👏
We offer treatment in the form of:
➡️ Joint manipulation and mobilisation
➡️ Soft tissue manipulation
➡️ Dry needling
➡️ Exercise and lifestyle advice.
Please contact us on +263 77 847 1168 for more information ℹ️

Neck pain and headaches?
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Your neck is a complex structure consisting of bones, muscles, ligaments, blood vessels and nerves. It serves an important function in supporting your head, which carries your brain and protects the nerves that run down your spinal cord. With such a heavy load to bear, neck pain, neck stiffness and headaches are common conditions osteopathy can treat effectively.
How can we assist?
✔️ Medical case history,
✔️ A physical examination,
✔️ Referral for additional testing if required,
✔️ A variety of techniques to improve joint movement, relax tight muscles and bring down inflammation.
Contact us on +263 77 847 1168 for more information ℹ️
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Did you know we have a blog 👩‍💻
If you’ve been wondering how osteopathy can help you!
Have a look at a couple of our articles in the link below:

https://stablehealth.org/2019/07/18/do-discs-really-slip-and-what-does-it-mean/

Do DISCS really SLIP and what does it mean? - Stable Health Have you been diagnosed with a disc herniation or disc bulge? A disc herniation occurs when the fluid-like material in the centre of the discs exits the out wall of the disc. A common misconception is where people refer to this as a “slipped disc”.

Post surgery rehabilitation ✨
Did you know we can help patients, particularly those whose movement has been affected by surgery in order to regain their pre surgery mobility and life style. Often patients are uncomfortable after surgery, due to the surgery itself, the hospital bed and from being immobilised for a period of time. Gentle osteopathic treatment, physiotherapy and biokinetics can assist with both acute and long term post operative rehabilitation ℹ️
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Did you know that the discs in your spine are 66% - 86% water!
So, remember to keep hydrated now that summer is well on its way ☀️
Visit our website for more information ℹ️
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