Back pain – 5 sneaky causes! In fact, 1 in 6 people in England are coping with some form of back pain. Arthritis Research UK estimates that 9 million people in England live with back pain. Sixty-one per cent, or approximately 5.5 million people suffer from a severe case. The report also stated that low […]
The importance of being flexible! Being flexible can decrease the risk of injury and falls. Stretching your body to become more flexible offers a plethora of physical benefits. Stretching your muscles and joints leads to a greater joint range of motion, improved balance, and increased flexibility. What is flexibility? Flexibility is the ability of your […]
Can Chiropractic treatment speed up your recovery? While pain medication may provide immediate relief, Chiropractic treatment takes a different approach by reducing nerve interference, allowing the body to function better and often resulting in a reduction of symptoms. After saying that however, the length of time it takes to heal varies depending on several factors, […]
Can I have Chiropractic treatment whilst pregnant? For many pregnant women aches and pains in the low back and hips are all part of the experience, luckily, relief can be just a Chiropractor away! Here is what you should know about the benefits of having Chiropractic treatment during pregnancy. How can Chiropractic treatment help my […]
Costochondritis – a pain in the chest! What is costochondritis? It is painful inflammation in the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone (sternum). This connection point is called the costosternal junction and those sections of cartilage are called the costochondral joints. They are strong and rigid to help the ribcage protect organs such […]
Iliotibial Band Syndrome As the weather improves and we start to get back to our outdoor activities or if you are someone who runs on a regular basis, you understand that you are going to develop aches and pains from time to time, but you also probably understand the difference between general soreness and an […]
Warm-up for Spring! I know it seems hard to believe with the recent weather, but Spring is around the corner, and whilst most of us have sat around on our sofas during the long Winter months, the promise of some warm sunshine approaching fast will have us out and about! Unfortunately, this is exactly the […]
All I want for Christmas is ……… The festive season is fraught with all sorts of opportunities to damage your spine – so check out these tips and enjoy a happy and healthy Christmas! Let the courier company take the strain! Do as much online shopping as you can – your back will thank you […]
Swayback – posture out of whack! The swayback posture is a specific type of poor posture which triggers low back pain. The lower back is more prone to chronic pain and discomfort than most other parts of the body. In fact, low back pain affects 60% of UK adults at some point in their lives! […]
Heel Pain – get to the foot of the problem! Pain that occurs under the heel is known as plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is a very common condition, affecting around 10% of the UK population at some point in their lives. For most people, the pain is mild and improves with resting, stretching or even […]
