Easter Holiday Getaway

Easter Holiday Getaway

It’s the Easter school holidays and, whether traveling for a longer break, taking a last minute weekend trip or just a days out with the kids, if you are going to be spending some serious time in the car, look at our top tips to help keep your back in shape. Make adjustments – If […]

People Point to Tech as Trigger for their Pain

People Point to Tech as Trigger for their Pain

People are refusing to give up their addiction to tech, despite claiming they experience back or neck pain after using their devices, new research reveals. The consumer survey by the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) of more than 2,000 UK adults who currently suffer from back or neck pain, or have done so in the past, […]

Spring has sprung!

Spring has sprung!

With the clocks changing and a lighter brighter feel to the days, many will be starting to think about Spring gardening jobs. It’s great to get outdoors and blow the cobwebs away but take care of your back with our great advice. Clothes – Don’t wear clothes that are tight or could constrict your movement. […]

Packing it Right for the Kids

Packing it Right for the Kids

As seen in the Daily Mail (11th March) there are real concerns that the kinds of bags that schoolchildren take to school, as well as how they are packed, can not only have an impact on children’s back health now but also later on in adult life. It’s being increasingly recognised that it is essential […]

Ready for Ice from the East?

Ready for Ice from the East?

With the temperatures hitting some icy lows, perfect your ‘ice walk’ this March with top tips from the British Chiropractic Association. Snowy and icy roads and pavements mean potentially hazardous conditions underfoot and a rise in injuries caused by slips and falls. It is quite natural, therefore, for us to be wary when walking outdoors […]

Be safe on the slopes

Be safe on the slopes

For those venturing to the slopes this half term, the BCA has some great advice Despite common assumptions that a ski injury is most likely to occur on the first day, Matthew Bennett, BCA Chiropractor and the first to work with the British Alpine Ski team, comments: “After three days of skiing using unaccustomed muscles, […]

New Year, New You?

New Year, New You?

Has the festive period taken its toll and you are starting 2017 determined to be fitter and healthier? January often sees a surge in gym membership with people wanting to loose some unwanted weight or fulfilling a new year resolution to live a healthier lifestyle. In recent years, it’s not just gyms that have see […]

Perfect your ice walk

Perfect your ice walk

With the temperatures hitting some icy lows, perfect your ‘ice walk’ this winter with top tips from the British Chiropractic Association. Icy roads and pavements mean potentially hazardous conditions underfoot and a rise in injuries caused by slips and falls. It is quite natural, therefore, for us to be wary when walking outdoors and adopting […]