Figure and Form Osteopathy
An Osteopathic practice in Beverley. Offering Osteopathy, Dry Needling, Reformer and Mat Pilates
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Just finished for the year. Thanks for everyone for the support over the last year. Itβs a wrap on 2025 and the fourth year of Figure and Form Osteopathy
π¦ΆπΌI have been doing my homework! Just like I ask of all of you! π¦ΆπΌ
Strong, flexible feet are crucial for overall movement, posture, and physical performance. They serve as the foundation for your entire body and affect everything from balance and stability to pain management and athletic ability.
I know I bang on about this! But read onβ¦
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π¦Ά Importance of Strong, Flexible Feet
1. Foundation for Movement
β’ Your feet support your entire body weight and are the first point of contact with the ground in almost every movement.
β’ Strong feet absorb and distribute force more effectively, reducing stress on ankles, knees, hips, and the lower back.
2. Improved Balance and Stability
β’ Flexible and strong intrinsic foot muscles improve proprioception (your sense of position in space), which is key for balance.
β’ Essential for activities like running, jumping, lifting, yoga, martial arts, or even walking on uneven terrain.
3. Injury Prevention
β’ Weak or stiff feet can lead to issues like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, knee pain, Achilles tendinopathy, and even hip or lower back problems.
β’ Strengthening the feet helps prevent these by promoting better mechanics up the kinetic chain.
4. Better Posture and Alignment
β’ Your foot posture (e.g. flat feet or high arches) affects how your knees and hips align.
β’ Healthy, functional feet help maintain proper posture during standing and movement.
5. Enhanced Athletic Performance
β’ Strong feet generate more force for pushing off, sprinting, and cutting movements.
β’ Flexibility allows for smoother transitions and efficient energy transfer during dynamic activities.
6. Longevity and Daily Comfort
β’ Maintaining foot strength and mobility helps preserve independence and mobility as you age.
β’ Less likelihood of joint degeneration, falls, or chronic foot pain later in life.
Letβs βwakeβ our feet up together!! I can share some more lovely exercises, tips and tricks to help with healthy feet and balance!
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Some exciting news!
The lovely Laura Egan Sports Therapy is going to be working out of the practice every Friday from July onwards. Message her directly to get booked in
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Four years around the earth in which F&F have had your back! And other joints or muscles etc which had needed our help π
Some exciting things coming to to clinic soon, keep your eyes peeled!
*ROOM TO RENT*
The clinic has a room available to rent on a full term basis.
π’ All utilities and bills / WiFi included.
π’ Large space, would suit any kind of therapy or therapist or even could be used as an office, at least 3 desks could fit!
π’ The room is in a quiet, bright, airy Osteopathic clinic, right in the centre of Beverley only 2 minutes away from large car parks
π’ We are just looking for someone who will work well alongside the current team so we can maintain a harmonious environment π
Please DM for more information!