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 […]
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 […]
Is pregnancy a pain in the back? Back pain in pregnancy is a very common complaint, and for many women aches and pains in the lower back are all part of the experience! A staggering 50% of pregnant women will experience back pain at some point during their pregnancy. However, we must not lose sight […]
Core strength helps prevent backpain – why? Studies show that exercises to strengthen your core are one of the most effective treatments for back pain. A strong core is your best defence against developing back pain, unfortunately the reverse is also true! What are core muscles? When most people think about the core of the […]
Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints that Chiropractors diagnose and treat. One condition that can be easily missed is sacroiliitis this is because it can be mistaken for other forms of back pain. What is sacroiliitis? Sacroiliitis is inflammation of one or both of the sacroiliac joints – also known as […]
In an effort to stem the number of coronavirus infections, we are being told to wherever possible work from home. This means popping your laptop on a surface suitable for working, transforming kitchen tables and bedrooms into home offices. Many are working under less-than-ideal ergonomic conditions—a kitchen chair that’s too low, a table that’s too […]
First of all buy the right backpack: Try to choose a canvas pack over a leather one as they are usually lighter. If you are buying one for your child, take them with you, this will make sure that they like it and that it fits them properly. Padded and adjustable straps are a must […]
