Tom Smith

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Why Use A Swiss Ball?

Exercise5 days ago46Views 0Likes 0Comments

Hi, I’m Tom Smith, an osteopath and naturopath based in Riccall, between York and Selby. In this post, I want to explain why Swiss balls are such a valuable tool — not just in rehab and exercise programmes, but also in everyday life.Swiss balls often look simple (or even gimmicky), but when used correctly they can play a…

Low Back Pain: When to Worry — and When to Get Help

Osteopathy25 January 2026102Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you’re dealing with low back pain, you’re not alone.Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek help from a healthcare professional, including osteopaths. At some point in life, most people will experience back pain to some degree — and for the majority, it’s not something serious.My name is Tom Smith,…

What Is Osteopathy?

Osteopathy15 January 2026184Views 0Likes 0Comments

If you’ve ever experienced back or neck pain, stiffness, headaches or joint discomfort, you’ll know how much it affects you in your everyday life from work, leisure activities, getting dressed, going for a walk or playing sport. Osteopathy is a hands-on, holistic healthcare approach that helps people move better, feel stronger, and recover from everyday…

Arthritis: A Osteopathic Perspective

Osteopathy9 January 2026232Views 0Likes 0Comments

Arthritis is common condition that causes pain and inflammation in the joints of the body and affects millions of people worldwide. The name Arthritis is an umbrella term to describe a broad group of joint disorders with all very different origins, symptoms and outcomes. Two of the most common forms of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis…

Clinic Closed for a Short Break — Back November 4th

Osteopathy24 October 2025238Views 0Likes 0Comments

The clinic will be taking a short break from Friday 24th October 2025.This time away offers a chance to rest, recharge, and return refreshed — ready to help you move, feel, and live better as we head into November.Normal clinic hours will resume from Tuesday 4th November, and appointments can be booked as…

Prevention is Better than Cure

Osteopathy1 October 2025426Views 0Likes 0Comments

We’ve all heard the saying “prevention is better than cure” — but when it comes to our health, most people wait until pain forces them to take action and book to see their GP or Osteopath.The Cost of WaitingWhen you ignore the early signs the problems don’t usually go away. They often build…

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Tom Smith

Why Use A Swiss Ball?

Low Back Pain: When to Worry — and When to Get Help

What Is Osteopathy?

Arthritis: A Osteopathic Perspective

Clinic Closed for a Short Break — Back November 4th

Prevention is Better than Cure

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