How Obesity And Back Pain Create A Vicious Cycle: Your Brighton Chiropractor Explains

How Obesity And Back Pain Create A Vicious Cycle: Your Brighton Chiropractor Explains

Breaking the cycle between weight gain and chronic back pain with expert chiropractic care in Brighton by Matthew Bennett. The Hidden Connection Between Your Weight and Your Back Pain If you’re struggling with both back pain and weight issues, you’re not alone. Research shows that obesity and chronic lower back pain create what medical professionals…

Understanding Shoulder Pain: Why It Happens And How Acupuncture And Dry Needling Can Help

Understanding Shoulder Pain: Why It Happens And How Acupuncture And Dry Needling Can Help

Shoulder pain is a common and often disruptive issue – one that our Brighton chiropractors and physiotherapists are very familiar with. Whether it appears after a game of tennis, long hours at a desk or even after something as simple as reaching for a seatbelt, it can range from a dull ache to sharp discomfort,…

Why Does Chiropractic Manipulation Work?

Why Does Chiropractic Manipulation Work?

By Brighton chiropractor Matthew Bennett Although our chiropractors have been here in Brighton for over 30 years and chiropractic care itself has been around for well over a century, it is only now that studies are revealing how chiropractic manipulation works. These studies look at its effects on pain management, longer term outcomes and the biomechanics…

Understanding Thigh Pain: Causes And Treatments

Understanding Thigh Pain: Causes And Treatments

By Brighton chiropractor Matthew Bennett Did you know that thigh pain affects millions of individuals each year, often leading to decreased mobility and quality of life? Understanding the roots of this discomfort is crucial for effective treatment. In this blog, we’ll explore the possible causes of thigh pain, including referred pain from the back, spinal facet…

Sleep Positions And Lower Back Pain: What You Need To Know

Sleep Positions And Lower Back Pain: What You Need To Know

Did you know that around 80% of people will experience back pain at some point in their lives? That makes understanding how to manage it more crucial than ever. Read on to discover the relationship between sleep positions and lower back pain. The way you sleep can significantly impact your spinal health and pain levels.…

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Effective Relief Strategies

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome – Effective Relief Strategies

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is no longer just an ailment of people who work at computers. With an alarming rise in cases among younger individuals and those using other devices extensively, understanding how to effectively alleviate its symptoms is crucial. Did you know that almost 50% of people with this condition find their daily activities severely…

Uncovering The Hidden Link Between Your Neck And Dizziness

Uncovering The Hidden Link Between Your Neck And Dizziness

Did you know that dizziness and vertigo affect around 20% of adults each year? While many attribute these symptoms to inner ear problems or neurological issues, there’s another common but often overlooked culprit lurking in plain sight: your neck. This phenomenon, known as cervicogenic dizziness (CGD), suggests that neck injuries or dysfunction can actually trigger…

Spinal manipulation on womans back

Chiropractic Care vs Physiotherapy: Understand The Difference

Did you know that many people often confuse chiropractic care with physiotherapy? While both are respected health disciplines aimed at alleviating pain and improving physical function, chiropractic treatment uniquely specialises in spinal health and joint mobility, especially when it comes to stiff spinal joints and chronic back pain. In this article, we’ll explore the key…

What Your Walk Says About Your Spinal Health (And How to Fix It)

What Your Walk Says About Your Spinal Health (And How to Fix It)

Have you ever paid attention to how you walk? Most of us don’t think twice about it – until we start experiencing back pain, stiffness or discomfort. But your gait (the way you walk) can reveal a lot about your spinal health. In fact, small changes in your walking pattern could be early signs of…

Stay Strong As You Age: How To Beat Muscle Loss

Stay Strong As You Age: How To Beat Muscle Loss

Ever noticed that things feel a little harder to lift as you get older? That’s not just in your head! It’s called sarcopenia—a fancy term for age-related muscle loss. But here’s the good news: losing muscle isn’t an inevitable part of ageing. With the right approach, you can stay strong, mobile and full of energy…