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Back To School Tips To Start The Year Right
Are you wondering where the time went? Or maybe you are ready for normality to resume?! It can certainly be a time of mixed emotions for many as the Summer holidays draw to a close and families start to prepare for the return to school. As exciting as returning to school can be, the classroom can take its toll on the spine, with long hours sitting and carrying heavy backpacks during the day. Sadly, this can make studying hard work and cause tension and pain. But the good news is there are simple things that children can do and parents [...]
Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Are You Drinking Enough? Water has been described as ‘the cheapest form of medicine’. Quite a bold statement we know, but when you understand the integral part water plays within your body, the statement doesn’t seem too farfetched. Did you know that your body is made up of 60% water? Every cell, tissue and organ has a water component to it and is essential to keep you healthy. Your bones are made of 25% water, your muscles and brain 75% water, and your blood that transports all the oxygen and nutrients around your body is made of 82% water. With [...]
Could Dehydration Be The Issue?
Water is essential to human life, but it is easy to overlook its importance. Our bodies are made of around 60% water; every cell, tissue, and organ need it to function properly. It is therefore not surprising that water has been described as the ‘cheapest form of medicine’, as the benefits of water are vast, making it a powerful tool for maintaining optimal health. Did you know dehydration is a common issue that can often go unnoticed? Symptoms such as recurring headaches, lack of energy, mood swings, and aches and pains could all be linked to dehydration. When we fail [...]
6 Reasons To Love Your Local Park
6 Reasons To Love Your Local Park Are you looking for a reason to get outside this Summer? Look no further! It's 'love parks week', a time to celebrate our green open spaces, and at this time of year, they look more vibrant than ever. Not only do our green spaces offer an opportunity to be outside in nature, but spending time outdoors also provides excellent benefits for your health and well-being. Here are 6 reasons why loving parks can support you in loving your health too: 1 .Encourages movement Going for a walk in the park [...]
How To Cultivate An Attitude of Gratitude
How To Cultivate An Attitude Of Gratitude Are you tired of feeling stressed and negative all the time? Or maybe you are looking for ways to bring more joy into your life? Then practising gratitude may just help. As chiropractors, we know how important it is to reduce stress and tension in the body, and expressing gratitude is a powerful tool to do just that. The human mind is extraordinary, and we have hard wiring in our brains which focuses our minds on problems and dangers. This is excellent for keeping us safe, however, it can steer us to [...]
To Crack Or Not To Crack?
To Crack or Not To Crack? Have you ever heard your back make a 'cracking' noise when moving, or maybe you have intentionally 'cracked' or self-adjusted your spine due to that frustrating tension that keeps returning? Well, if you wondered at the time if it's good for you, we have more on the topic this week. It's a popular question we receive in practice about whether it is harmful to crack your own back. But unfortunately, the answer is not a straightforward "yes" or "no”. While self-adjusting and hearing a ‘crack’ can offer temporary relief, there are some things to [...]
Keep Your Vitamin D Levels Topped Up Safely This Year
Keep Your Vitamin D Levels Topped Up Safely This Summer Summer is in full swing which means we see more hours of daylight and that fireball in the sky emerges from the clouds and nourishes us with its rays. Yes, the glorious sun! Whether you worship the sun or prefer the cool shade, did you know that exposing yourself to some sunlight has incredible benefits for your health? When your bare skin absorbs the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays, it sets off a series of events resulting in the creation of Vitamin D. You may have heard about the importance [...]
Curious About Chiropractic?
Curious About Chiropractic? Here Are Answers To The Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions Whether you are exploring chiropractic care for the first time or have embraced chiropractic to be part of your health care regime, we understand that questions can pop up along the way. So, this week we are doing things a little differently, by answering some Frequently Asked Questions to assist understanding and hopefully enhance your chiropractic journey! 1. Can chiropractic care only help back pain? Whilst we take care of many people who are struggling with back pain who experience incredible results during care, maintaining the health [...]
Mental Health Awareness Week
In today's world, mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being. It's not only about avoiding mental illnesses but also being able to handle stress, cope with challenges, and maintain positive relationships with others.