Water – the fountain of life! Why is drinking water important? Keeping hydrated does more than just quench your thirst – it is essential for keeping your body functioning properly and feeling healthy. We get most of our water from drinking beverages, food also contributes a small amount of our daily intake. Water is one […]
Loneliness – you are not on your own! Loneliness Loneliness is an issue that can affect us all, young or old and at any point in our lives. It is a sad fact that one in four adults in the UK feel lonely some or all of the time and is a key driver in […]
Pillow talk! The type of pillow you choose and how you sleep on it makes a massive impact on how you feel when you wake up in the morning. Waking up with a sore neck is not the preferred way to start the day. It can quickly bring on a bad mood and make simple […]
Stenosis – a bit of a squeeze! What is spinal stenosis? The function of the spinal column is to house and protect the spinal cord as well as the spinal nerves. If the protective spinal column and spinal cord are compromised, our level of health can be dramatically altered. It is common for this condition […]
Anyone for tennis? Unlike some sports, tennis is a comparatively leisurely sport that can be played by people of all ages, however if you are new to playing tennis, you will need to be light on your feet and be able to perform quick and oftentimes twisting movements. Tennis is a sport that puts a […]
Swim for it! Working out in water helps to reduce the impact of the exertion on your joints – which is good news for arthritis sufferers. Our natural buoyancy in water makes exercise easier on your joints. Swimming as a low-impact exercise uses the water to support your body weight by up to an incredible […]
Is massage right for me? Some of the more familiar treatments include Swedish and deep tissue massage but there are other types of massage that you can receive here at Heale’s Clinics – each with their own unique benefits. To help you make up your mind, I will explain a little bit about each technique […]
Sleep – a real problem! We don’t often think about our backs when we are lying in bed, however the way we sleep can determine whether or not we experience back pain. It can be difficult to find a comfortable position so you can get some shut-eye but good sleep is essential to your health […]
Garden Gaffs! There is no doubt that gardening can bring calmness to your mind by reducing anxiety and stress and many of us see the warmer weather as a chance to get on top of our gardens, as they can get away from us during the colder, winter months of the year. However, spending a […]
Stress less! What is stress? When you experience changes or challenges, called stressors, your body produces physical and mental responses – that is stress. Stress is the body’s natural defence against predators and danger and is a normal human reaction that happens to everyone and in fact the human body is designed to experience stress […]
