Spine and Dandy with Bearsden Osteopaths

Episode 14 - C-Section Awareness, Supporting Mums and Scar Therapy

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT

It's April - and that means it is awareness month for a cause close to our heart here at Bearsden Osteopaths - C-Section Awareness.

Tom and Leanne talk about why this awareness is so important to us, Leanne shares her experiences with her own C-Sections, and we also discuss support for Mums and the importance of scar therapy

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Episode 13 - Hyrox Soreness, an accidental rant and what's coming in 2026

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT

We are back behind the Mic for the first Ep of 2026! Its been a while between chats, Leanne and Tom talk about Hyrox (and the soreness), some new things coming to the clinic after Easter and Tom goes on an accidental tangent about quality and timeliness of care

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Spinal Segments - Episode 2

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:05:00 GMT

Heat or Ice? What should you do for an ankle injury? Bracing or taping? These are all discussed by Leanne and Tom

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Spinal Segments - Episode 1

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 07:30:00 GMT

Our new mini series where Tom and Leanne have quick chats about questions that they've been asked in clinic. This episode features Mattress and Pillow chat, plus what joint noises mean for your knees.

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New Mini Series Announcement - Spinal Segments

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:05:00 GMT

INTRODUCING Spinal Segments - A Spine and Dandy Mini-series where Tom and Leanne have decided to press record while they talk about questions their patients asked them during clinic!

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Episode 12 - Rob from Partick Thistle FC

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:00:00 GMT

Tom is joined by Rob Dicke, the head physiotherapist for local professional football side Partick Thistle FC. Rob tells us about his journey into physiotherapy, his experience in working in elite sport and in clinic, and answers your questions.

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Episode 11 - Intro to Strength Training feat. Adam from Core Fitness Bearsden

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 14:12:52 GMT

This week Tom invited Adam from Core Fitness next door in Bearsden to discuss strength training, particularly when and how you should start, the benefits of regularly working to stay strong.

Core Fitness Bearsden:

Website: https://www.corefitnessbearsden.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corefitnessbearsden/

PS: Tom forgot to charge his microphone - luckily Adam can be clearly heard!

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Episode 10 - Everything Feet with West End Foot Clinic

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 14:15:00 GMT

Emma-Jo from West End Foot Clinic joins Tom for our first guest on the show! Emma Jo and Tom discuss everything feet, from biomechanics, barefoot shoes, bunions and brilliant foot care, as well as answering a couple of questions from instagram.

(Also, apologies for the construction noise in the background at times!)

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Episode 9 - Spinal Health Week

Fri, 23 May 2025 08:41:53 GMT

This week is Spinal Health Week and Tom is flying solo without Leanne today! Tom discusses spinal curves, spondies and discs in a quick episode to help you understand your spinal health better

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Episode 8 - Q&A

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:00:00 GMT

This episode Leanne and Tom answer questions sent in by our listeners! They touch on active rest, whiplash, vertigo, best exercises, and if its ever too late to rehab an ankle!

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Episode 7 - Shockwave and Needling

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 08:35:00 GMT

Leanne and Tom talk about the adjunct therapies or "finger savers" that Osteopaths may use in clinic. They discuss Shockwave and Dry Needling/Medical Acupuncture and the clinical uses for each.

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Episode 6 - Sleep

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:15:00 GMT

This week is sleep week, so Leanne and Tom try to quickly chat about the benefits of a good night's sleep, what good sleep hygiene looks like and finish with a couple of tips to help you go to sleep when you're struggling to keep your eyes closed

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Episode 5 - Headaches and Migraines

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:00:00 GMT

Leanne and Tom discuss and explain and explore why your headaches and migraine symptoms might be a result of your neck musculature and posture

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Episode 4 - Concussion & an Osteopath's take on the latest Rugby Concussion Controversy

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Today we dive into a topic doing the rounds in Scotland at the moment - Darcy Graham and Finn Russell's high profile clash, concussion and head injury assessment during Scotland's 6 Nations rugby match against Ireland. Tom outlines what a concussion is, explains some myths and mysteries surrounding concussion and the protocols that Scotland's players would have been through on the touchline. Later Leanne asks how seeing an Osteopath with further training in concussion (such as Tom himself) can be beneficial for anyone experiencing a concussion.

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Episode 3 - An Introduction to Back Pain

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Leanne and Tom open the discussion on Back Pain, flying off the original running sheet and touching on imaging, disc pain and some management strategies according to the latest science and research

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Episode 2 - New Year's Resolutions, Blue Monday and Marathon Season

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discuss the start of 2025 with our resolutions, Blue Monday and some advice for runners braving the Glaswegian winter whilst training for a marathon.

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Episode 1 - What is an Osteopath?

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

In our first episode, Leanne and Tom introduce themselves and break apart the age-old question they are asked daily - what is an Osteopath?

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