Understanding the Link Between Your Spine and Headaches Many people experience headaches that are linked, at least in part, to tension and restricted movement in the neck and upper back. For some people, chiropractic care may help by addressing this underlying tension, though it is not a suitable or effective option for every type of…
A guide from your Chiropractor in Stoke-on-Trent to help you sit comfortably this summer Quick answer: Deckchairs and low-slung garden loungers tend to place the most strain on the lower back and neck, due to poor spinal support and unnatural sitting angles. Garden chairs with firmer, upright backs are generally kinder to your posture. If…
Summer is here, and across Stoke-on-Trent, sports courts, fairways and parks are busier than ever. Whether you’ve recently picked up a pickleball paddle for the first time, you’re a seasoned tennis player heading back onto the courts, or you’re a golfer clocking up the miles at one of Staffordshire’s many courses, the warmer months bring…
For many families, the Easter holidays are the perfect opportunity to take a road trip, whether it’s visiting relatives, heading to the countryside, or enjoying a short coastal getaway. However, spending long hours in the car can sometimes leave drivers and passengers with stiff backs, tight necks or sore shoulders. Around Easter, many people travel…
As winter settles in across Stoke-on-Trent, many people notice their backs feeling stiffer, tighter, or more uncomfortable than usual. Colder weather, reduced activity levels, and spending more time indoors can all affect how your body feels day to day. But how do you know whether what you’re experiencing is just winter stiffness or whether…
January is one of the busiest months of the year for gyms, fitness classes and running clubs across Stoke-on-Trent. After the Christmas period, many people feel motivated to move more, improve their health and commit to new fitness routines. While exercise is an excellent way to support overall wellbeing, sudden increases in activity can place…
This Halloween, learn how to achieve spine health like a skeleton! Discover posture tips and advice from your trusted chiropractor in Stoke on Trent. If you’ve decorated your home with skeletons this Halloween, take a closer look. Those bony figures have something we can all envy: perfect posture. Their spines are straight, shoulders balanced, and…
As the seasons change, many people find themselves experiencing new or worsening aches and stiffness. The cooler, damp autumn weather can make joints feel less flexible, while changes in routine such as, reduced daylight, spending more time indoors, or carrying heavier coats and bags, can all have an impact on how your body feels. …
As September arrives and children across Stoke on Trent return to classrooms, parents are busy preparing uniforms, stationery, and packed lunches. Yet one important part of school readiness often gets overlooked—your child’s posture. With heavy school bags, long days sitting at desks, and increasing time spent on screens, many children are developing habits that…
The knee is a complex joint that contains bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. It is very easy to injure the knee as any unnatural twisting motion can cause dislocation, soft tissue tears, and sprains. It is also often affected by inflammation, arthritis, and overuse injuries. Many of the people who visit our clinic, City Chiropractic…
