When it comes to back pain, disc issues are one of the most common causes I see in clinic. Many people have heard of a “slipped disc,” but that term is often used to describe a wide range of spinal disc conditions, each with their...
Chiropractic care during pregnancy is highly effective for managing musculoskeletal pain, especially lower back and pelvic girdle pain. As the body adapts to support a growing baby, many women experience discomfort due to significant changes in posture and weight distribution. Hormonal changes, particularly the increase in...
As Easter approaches, ski enthusiasts are eager to hit the mountains. Whether you're a seasoned skier or a beginner, it's important to remember that skiing is a physically demanding sport that requires strength, flexibility, and balance. Whilst it's exhilarating and fun, skiing can also put...
Understanding Non-Specific Low Back Pain (NSLBP) Non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. It often presents as stiffness, discomfort, or aching in the lower back without a clear cause, such as a specific...
Did you know that hypnosis can be very helpful for children and teenagers, as well as for adults? Everyone, regardless of age, has the capacity to access their inner, or subconscious, mind and to change thought patterns, limiting beliefs, habits and behaviours. There is no limit to what hypnotherapy...
Nutrition and Stress Stress is often perceived as a negative thing, yet it can be both good and bad. We all have an in-built stress response that enables a ‘fight or flight’ reaction when faced with a real or perceived threat or danger. This stress response increases heart...
So here we are - NOVEMBER already! How on earth did that happen?! Luckily so far the temperatures haven't been horrendous, but it won't be long until we're in 5 layers and shivering. We're starting to see the common seasonal winter injuries come through in clinic. Having...
Amelia, our lovely receptionist, has finally completed her Chiropractic degree! In this blog she tells us all about her journey of studying chiropractic and what's to come. What made you want to study chiropractic? All my life I had wanted to be a doctor or a healer but...
In our latest blog, Amelia our receptionist/Chiropractic student explains how to deal with exam stress: It is normal to feel a bit anxious and worried about exams. A little bit of stress is good to help us perform better. However, if you feel like these feelings are...
Anna Herbert, our in house Massage Therapist is now offering sports massage/ soft tissue therapy. Here she explains a bit about trigger points: What is a Trigger Point? A mighthy common cause of pain, these hypersensitive spots are found in hard bands of muscle and occur as...
