So, here are 5 ways to keep your spine moving well whilst studying and beyond: 1. Carry a bag on two shoulders We know this might cause resistance as it may not fit in with the latest trends, but simply moving from a shoulder bag to a bag with adjustable shoulder straps can make a huge difference with how the weight of the bag is distributed. The uneven load of carrying a bag on one shoulder can result in neck and shoulder complaints due to the repeated stress to the area. It can also cause one side of the body [...]

Do you ever think about how much your joints contribute to your ability to move freely and do the things you love? It can be easy to take them for granted until they start to ache and stiffen up. While conditions such as osteoarthritis can cause physical changes to our joints that cannot be reversed, there are proactive ways to promote joint health and manage the condition. This is where lifestyle changes and chiropractic care come in. So, this week, we offer 5 tips to help you stay mobile and maintain good joint health, enabling you to carry on doing [...]

The human body is remarkable in many ways, and pregnancy magnifies the body's incredible capabilities as a new life develops. We know for many women, it is a joyful time, but it can bring challenges along the way as the body adapts and changes. The softening of ligaments and weight increase can create stress on the body and cause postural changes. In addition, these adaptations can increase the pressure on joints, particularly the spine and pelvis which may result in frustrating aches and pains. This blog shares more about the changes that can happen, along with some tips on supporting [...]

The shoulder joint is a complex and crucial joint that enables us to perform many of our daily tasks without a second thought. From eating and drinking, to brushing our teeth, and hugging a loved one, most upper body movement involves the shoulders. It’s often only when an issue begins that we realise the important role they play. Due to the complexity of the shoulder joint it can be prone to injury, resulting in conditions such as rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder, and bursitis. If you have ever struggled with a shoulder injury, we predict you know how frustrating it [...]

Confused about chiropractic? We break it down simply. Are you tired of feeling held back by aches and pains? Or are you feeling confused about what chiropractic is and how it could benefit you? Well, this week’s blog is for you! We are going to be breaking down chiropractic in a simple and easy-to-understand way. So, what is chiropractic? At its core, chiropractic is all about the health and function of your spine and nervous system. Your spine is an incredible structure that protects your spinal cord, which, along with your brain, forms the communication highway that connects every part [...]

Did you know you spend approximately one third of your lifetime sleeping or attempting to sleep? That’s a lot of time to be in the same place and potentially same position, which is why this week we discuss sleeping positions to help you take care of your spine and body whilst in bed. If you’ve ever woken up with a stiff neck or aches and pains you will know how frustrating it is. And although we can’t say for certain it was caused by a particular sleeping position, based on the amount of time spent in bed there is the [...]

We know how frustrating it can be and our guess is you probably know too. If you are currently struggling with neck pain or have in the past, you will have experienced those frustrations and the negative impact it can have on daily activities. Simple tasks like turning your head whilst driving or brushing your teeth can become a challenge. Unfortunately, neck pain is common and something that we see often as a Chiropractor. In fact, it is reported that up to 70% of the population experience some form of neck pain during their lives1. Everyone’s experience of neck pain [...]