Is stress hurting your back? There is no doubt that back pain is extremely frustrating. In many cases, the inability to pinpoint a cause or relate it to a specific event can be the most irritating thing about it, second only to the discomfort that interferes with your daily activities! You may be surprised to […]
DVT or leg pain? Let’s explore the signs and symptoms of a DVT. What is a DVT? Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot develops in the veins that are deep in the body. Deep veins are large veins that are deep inside the body rather than close to the surface or your skin. […]
Is poor posture affecting your back? Good posture is not only cosmetic, but it also plays a critical role in reducing the incidence and levels of back and neck pain. Putting in the effort to maintain and improve your posture is totally worth it and you will reap numerous benefits! What is good posture? Good […]
Mid Back Misery The term “mid back” often refers to the thoracic spine – the region of the back between the rib cage and the base of the neck. Mid back pain can be mild or severe, short-lived, or long lasting. You may feel it is there all the time or only feel it on […]
Coffee – a curious little bean! What is coffee? There are two main species of coffee beans: – Arabica Robusta Depending on where they are grown, both the country and the altitude determines the flavour profile. Can drinking coffee be good for you? The simple answer is yes – in moderation! Let’s take a look […]
The Humble Potato However, the vitamins, minerals, fibre and phytochemicals it provides can help ward off disease and benefit human health! What is a potato? The humble spud is an edible tuber that grows underground on the roots of the Solanum tuberosum plant. They were first domesticated in the Andes in South America up to […]
Scheuermann’s disease What is Scheuermann’s disease? It is named after the Danish radiologist who was the first to describe the condition. It is not caused by prolonged postural problems, instead the condition occurs naturally in adolescents as they grow. In a spine of someone without this disease the vertebrae are evenly shaped and stacked, however, […]
Are you getting enough Vitamin C? It is needed for the health and repair of various tissues in the body, including: Skin Ligaments and tendons Blood vessel walls Bone Cartilage Teeth What is Vitamin C? Vitamins are a group of substances needed in small amounts by the body to maintain its health. Vitamin C or […]
Stretching to ease pain! As we age, the reality is that experiencing back pain increases due to age related conditions such as: Osteoporosis Osteoarthritis Loss of hydration Loss of muscle mass Luckily, there are things you can do to help rid yourself of that annoying pain and reduce the risk of it returning. Of course […]
Osteoporosis – foods to be wary of! Are there any foods to avoid with osteoporosis? The simple answer is no! There are no foods that are known to be bad for osteoporosis, but there are some that are best enjoyed in moderation! Here are five foods and drinks that is advisable to consume with restraint:- […]
