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Active Okehampton - finding the right activity for you in 2019
Would you like to be more active, have fun, feel happier and healthier, meet new people and be able to take on the challenges of life? No matter what your age or ability is, we are blessed in Okehampton and surrounding area with a fantastic array of Read more
Spinal touch and bio-stress release treatments They’re one way of keeping your back and knees healthy . . . By Susanna Terry
There is no doubt that the health of the spine, and therefore spinal cord, can have a profound influence on the entire organism. Many people are aware that bad posture can trigger various problems such as lower back pain, neck pain along with headac Read more
Callum Channer
Reset, unwind and relax
Would you like to know how to reset your inner overwhelm thermostat, start unwinding those knotty strands of stress and experience deep, rejuvenating relaxation? Participate in a series of stress relief classes or see modern psychology practitioner Read more
Important health checks, screenings and vaccinations Dr Emma Chapman explains why they are so necessary
We all worry about our health but by undergoing routine health checks, which take just minutes to perform, you can spot problems in the early stages when they’re easier to treat. Over the next two issues we look at the importance of attending these a Read more
Tai chi for long-term neurological conditions
Tai chi for long-term neurological conditions I don't know how you feel about exercise but as I'm writing this, Michael Mosley of ‘Trust Me I’m a Doctor’, has scientifically compared tai chi to Zumba classes in a 12-week study. He asked: “Is it... Read more