A slipped disc is also called a herniated or prolapsed disc – and it can cause a lot of pain. Discs themselves are soft cushions of tissue between each vertebrae. The jelly-like centre (nucleus) of each disc is soft, but enveloped by a tougher substance called the annulus. Their job is to be shock absorbers.…
If you’re suffering with a flare up in your back, the first thing you may want to do is reach for the painkillers. Occasional use of ibuprofen, the key ingredient in Nurofen, may offer short-term relief, but relying on painkillers for persistent back pain will do more harm than good. New research shows that regular…
Pregnancy is a risk factor for back pain – but what can a chiropractor do to help? We know that up to 72% of pregnant women suffer from back pain and some issues may not resolve satisfactorily. A recent study looked at the correlation between pregnancy, childbirth and functionally-limiting back pain. It found that 85%…
With spring around the corner, it’s well worth making time for a regular run outdoors. Not only is it an excellent cardiovascular workout, it strengthens muscles in your legs and back, while also improving your mental health. When the weather gets better, being out while you’re exercising is a perfect way to raise your vitamin…
After an injury or an illness, the body needs to get itself back into ideal balance, called homeostasis, as quickly as possible. Your immune system sends out white blood cells and other immune cells to the injured area to mop up infections. Swelling occurs to contain any toxins. If you’ve cut your knee for example,…
We often blame headaches on things like prolonged noise, too much screen time and changes in air pressure. While these factors definitely play a part, persistent headaches are very often caused by something simple – overworked neck muscles. Your neck has to put up with a lot. Not only does it support your skull but…
A bump in the boot from a car behind you or an emergency stop can all cause some nasty effects on the neck and back. Even worse is a full-on crash, of course. When all that forward motion (kinetic energy) gets transferred into your body, the moving parts are the ones that feel the effects…
Almost all of us have suffered from sudden neck pain at some point. But there’s no need to panic – neck pain is rarely a sign of something serious. Most of the time, it comes from being locked in an awkward position for too long. Follow these 5 easy steps to find relief. Stretch carefully.…
Do you often find yourself focusing on what could be wrong with your body? If so, you might be suffering from health anxiety. After two long years of Covid, it’s not surprising that many people are more mindful of staying well. However, when the desire to be healthy becomes a source of anxiety or distress,…
Have you ever wondered just what is the difference between these three treatment options? They’re all recognised as effective therapies and share the aim of healing and strengthening the body to alleviate pain. Qualifications in these fields require over 1000 hours of clinical practice and 4-5 years of study for chiropractic and osteopathy and 3…
