Your spine is simply amazing. It holds you securely upright, while providing you with incredible flexibility that allows you to dance, lift your baby and do an infinite number of wonderful things that we all take for granted. But back pain is a common problem that affects about 80% of the population at one point…
As the years rack up, a lack of care for your spine can lead to pain. So here are some simple tips from our Stoke on Trent chiropractor to help protect your back from future injuries: 1. Walk Regularly Walking is one of those amazing low-impact exercises that provides countless benefits for your spine. A…
You bend over to brush your teeth and ouch – your back has “gone” and you end up in a world of pain. It hurts! But why does your back seem to “go” at the most basic of movements when other people’s spines seem to be a lot more durable? Why are you so vulnerable…
Water, water, water; we’ve been pumped with information about the benefits of drinking enough H2O for decades. But did you know that water plays a significant role in the health of your spine? If you’re dehydrated (which many of us actually are), you could be at risk of back pain. Our Stoke on Trent chiropractor…
Most people tend to feel concerned and apprehensive when experiencing back pain, especially those who are not used to dealing with pain. The reality, however, is that most causes of back pain are not sinister. In other words, as frustrating as the pain can be, most cases won’t pose a dangerous risk to your health.…
When most people think of chiropractic, they think of the spine. But did you know that it isn’t just back pain that could warrant a trip to the chiropractor? Chiropractic care is based on the belief that misaligned vertebrae in the spinal column cause malfunctions in other parts of the body, leading to a variety…
Overindulged on the mince pies at Christmastime? Picked away at those choccies for a little longer than you should have? You’re not alone! Most of us pile on a couple of extra “holiday” pounds during the festive season, but did you know that being overweight puts you at greater risk of developing back pain, joint…
While chronic back pain is common in adults, children and teenagers are much more resilient. Their flexibility means they rarely suffer the same types of back complaints as adults. In fact, chronic back pain is so unusual in young children that a complaint of such pain usually warrants a prompt and detailed medical consultation. According…
Want to find out the truth about your back health? Look in the mirror; your reflection can expose a myriad of information! And contrary to what you may believe, a “straight” back doesn’t necessarily mean a healthy back. Our Stoke on Trent chiropractor explains that the spine itself isn’t a straight line, but an “S”…
