The 21st century ailment: ‘Text Neck’
Beeston Chiropractic Clinic Blog
by Alex Newton
1M ago
It is estimated that around 94% of adults in Europe & the US own a mobile phone. This means that 94% of the population are at risk of ‘text neck’. Text neck can occur just by tilting the head downwards by 2-3cm to look at your phone screen. It has also been found that when tilting your head forward by this amount, the effective weight of your head increases to 30kg – equivalent to the weight of an average eight-year-old child! Text neck can result in severe upper back strain, shoulder pain and tightness in both shoulders. It can also possibly cause permanent damage in young, growing childr ..read more
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Avoid the one shoulder bag
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by Alex Newton
1M ago
Heavy, one shoulder bags are among some of the most popular types of bags to wear, but they actually come with many health risks. Holding the wrong bag can negatively affect your back more than you know. One-shoulder bags can leave you with chronic muscle pain, headaches, migraines, spinal damage, and even pinched nerves. It is recommended to use a backpack because they evenly distribute the weight you are carrying on your back. It is important to remember to never carry more than 5-10% of your body weight. If you are insistent on wearing a one shoulder bag, the smaller the better. Wearing a l ..read more
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Better Energy
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by Alex Newton
1M ago
Many people feel tired or run-down at some point during the day. A lack of energy could affect your daily activities and make you less productive. The type and quantity of food you eat play an essential role in determining your energy levels during the day. A few simple changes in your diet may be all you need to get back to your brighter self. Give yourself an energy overhaul with the following tips. Eat every three hours Eat breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a healthy snack mid-morning and mid-afternoon, with no longer than three hours between. This will stop those cravings for sweet foods ..read more
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Sleeping with Lower Back Pain
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by Alex Newton
2M ago
Millions of people throughout the world deal with negative effects of lower back pain which can come about for a multitude of reasons including exercise, work, chronic illnesses, bad posture, standing for long periods of time and even sleep. When you go to sleep, you lose conscious control over your body and you can potentially end up tucking your pelvis in or twisting your spine.  Any existing back pains can get further aggravated, resulting in a restless night. Here are some sleeping tips that can help prevent stresses on your spine, keep your back relaxed and create a healing environme ..read more
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Pillows For Sound Sleep
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by Alex Newton
2M ago
Today’s modern living which often entails hours of driving and hunching over work stations plays havoc with your neck. Neck pain can be felt in a large number of ways, either in your neck itself, across the shoulders, down the arms or as a headache. Neck and back problems are often worsened, if not caused, by improper sleeping habits and bad or worn out pillows. Sleep is very important to your body’s repair process, and a poor pillow often accounts for disturbed sleep. Compromise the quality of sleep, and overall health and mental fitness may suffer as well. To support your tender and vulnerab ..read more
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Mattress Matters
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by Alex Newton
2M ago
Could your mattress be the cause for your back pain? It’s time for a change! While buying a new mattress can be a costly investment, it is important to take note of the signs that it needs replacing to reduce back and neck pain which can be triggered by a bad mattress. This is usually down to people only changing their mattress once every ten years, despite recommendations to do so every seven years, as advised by venerable sources such as the Sleep Council. How often you change a mattress depends on lots of factors, including your weight and how well you care for your mattress. As soon as you ..read more
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Eating to Beat Inflammation: 5 Tips
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by Alex Newton
2M ago
Inflammation: it’s a natural process that happens in our body to help us heal from injury and help our immune system fight off invaders. But too much inflammation – or inflammation that lasts longer than it should – can be a problem. Most importantly for chiropractors, inflammation is a factor in many types of pain, including joint and muscle pain, arthritis, back pain, and pain from an injury that won’t go away. Inflammation overload also plays a role in other problems such as skin conditions, and even in serious health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. While ..read more
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Top 5 Exercises to Help with Back Pain
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by Alex Newton
3M ago
Back pain is the second most common reason to visit the GP, with almost eight out of 10 of us experiencing it at least once in our lives. It’s also the number one cause of sick leave – and sufferers are getting younger. Chronic back pain has been called a modern epidemic – so how do we help prevent and manage it? It rarely has a serious cause, usually being brought on by bad posture, awkward sleeping positions, and other lifestyle habits. Exercise is one of the best ways to help reduce back pain and keep it from returning.  Stretching, strengthening, and conditioning exercises can result ..read more
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Core Stability Helps Prevent Back Pain
Beeston Chiropractic Clinic Blog
by Alex Newton
3M ago
If you’re following the trends in exercise and fitness, you’ve probably heard the phrase “core strength” or “core stability.” These terms refer to the muscles of your abdominals (stomach) and back and their ability to support your spine and keep your body stable and balanced, helping to prevent back pain. The core muscles lie deep within the trunk of the body. They generally attach to the spine, pelvis and muscles that support the scapula. They stabilise these areas to create a firm foundation for co-ordinated movement of the legs and arms. Core stability is also needed in everyday life, help ..read more
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Christmas Hours 2023/2024
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by Alex Newton
3M ago
Friday 22nd December Open 8am – 5pm Alex Newton/ Luke Whatling/ Sophie Merritt- Drew Saturday 23rd Closed   Christmas Eve Closed   Christmas day Closed   Boxing Day Closed   Wednesday 27th Open 10am – 4pm Erin Wong Thursday 28th Open 10am -4pm Alex Newton /Erin Wong/ Sophie Merritt-Drew Friday 29th Open 10am – 4pm Alex Newton/ Sophie Merritt-Drew Saturday 30th Closed   New Year’s Eve Closed   New Year’s Day Closed   Tuesday 2nd January Open 8am -8pm Erin Wong/ Andrea Day/ Alex Newton/ Sophie Merritt-Drew Wednesday 3rd January Open 8 ..read more
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