The Perrin Technique: A New Approach to Treating Chronic Fatigue In 1989, Dr. Raymond Perrin, an osteopath, made an unexpected discovery while treating a patient with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome. As he worked on the patient’s posture, he noticed an improvement in their ME symptoms[1]. Dr. Perrin’s Theory Dr. Perrin developed a groundbreaking theory about ME: Challenges and Breakthroughs At the time, Dr. Perrin’s theory faced significant challenges: However, Dr. Perrin persisted: Scientific Validation Over time, scientific discoveries began to support Dr. Perrin’s theory: The Perrin Technique Today Despite initial skepticism, the Perrin Technique has […]
We’ve just had a busy weekend of training to provide oncology massage/Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) to complement the lymphatic drainage work we already carry out when we deliver the Perrin Technique for ME/CFS/Post Viral Fatigue and Long Covid. As well as our models for the weekend finding it all deeply relaxing, we did too! So we are now fully equipped to be able to support patients with primary or secondary lymphoedema and anyone feeling they need a detox! For more information of Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and it’s benefits, click here. Harper Road Osteopaths, located in London Bridge, offers a […]
Congratulations to Caroline Lovett for becoming an Advanced Perrin Technique Practitioner, one of only a few in the country! At Harper Road Osteopaths in London Bridge, we look forward to sharing Caroline’s wealth of knowledge and experience in order to support those with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/ME to return to health. The Perrin Technique is a specialized manual therapy approach designed to help individuals suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)/ME, Long Covid, fibromyalgia, and Lyme’s Disease. Developed by Dr. Perrin, this gentle osteopathic treatment focuses on improving lymphatic drainage, regulating the sympathetic nervous system, and enhancing fluid flow around the […]
Harper Road Osteopaths has now moved to 90 Borough High Street, location equidistant (4 min walk) between London Bridge and Borough stations. We will miss the Hop Exchange but the move has given us the opportunity to expand and we now have two treatment rooms, allowing us to offer more availability to patients in need of osteopathy, Perrin Technique and sports massage. New Address: 90 Borough High Street London SE1 1LL Local Parking The nearest motorcycle parking bay is outside Stirling Ackroyd Estate Agents on Borough High Street. Pay & Display street parking is available. Alternatively, there is […]
In this blog, Lorna Rose (osteopath at Harper Road Osteopaths, London) explains why we are missing touch during Covid and what we gain from touch as humans. Touch is a fundamental aspect of human communication and well-being, playing a particularly crucial role for individuals with dementia and those experiencing isolation. Research has consistently demonstrated the profound benefits of human touch across various contexts. Physiologically, touch has significant effects on the body; it reduces levels of the stress hormone cortisol, increases serotonin to promote calmness, and releases oxytocin, often referred to as the “happiness hormone.” Additionally, touch induces physical relaxation and […]
Helpful apps for those living with ME/CFS (as recommended by our patients) Through our experience of Perrin Technique and treating patients living with ME/CFS, we have come to appreciate how technology can play a vital role in recovery. It can help patients to manage their condition in a more productive way as well as providing an easy way to track and monitor symptoms, facilitating communication with medical professionals but also allow us to notice trends. Here are the app’s that patients of our have found helpful, hopefully you will to! A customisable health tracker with unique stats and insights. This […]
It is now almost a month since we reopened our clinic following the lock down and it has been lovely seeing some familiar faces and welcoming lots of new patients to the practice. Although it seemed like a lot to get used to at first, we’re so grateful for how adaptable our patients have been to our new safety measures. Thanks in part to the enhanced hygiene procedures and operational changes we put in place prior to reopening, we haven’t been contacted by the track and trace team or knowingly had a single case of Covid in our patient population. […]
COVID-19 Measures It is with great sadness that we need to inform all our clients that the practice is now closed for the foreseeable future. We decided that, on balance, the risk of becoming an unwitting vector for the virus despite advanced hygiene measures and screening was too high for us to take. We have set up an advisory telephone booking schedule for existing patients requiring advice or help with their individual treatment plans which we will be adapting to take account of the hands on element not being available at this time. it goes without saying that we wish […]
12 ways to mak your workplace healthier Something I always found hard to avoid when I had an office job…do you?Is it time to rethink the office Krispy Creme birthday habit? Take a look at this info graphic from research carried out at Chester Uni by Lou Walker.Swap cake for something healthier but don’t drop the habit of getting together to chat for a good positive work vibe.#osteopathyworks#lifebalance#healthyoffice
One of the reasons I became an osteopath in the first place was a deep-seated belief that the pursuit of wellness is the most direct approach to battling the fight against disease and ill health. Osteopathy works on the principle that the body has everything it needs to keep itself working and well; it’s where there is a disturbance in the body’s ability to draw upon it’s own resources that ill health ensues. So keeping a healthy and active body, free from tensions and restrictions is key to staying healthy for longer.
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