Back Pain Help

I loved training as a chiropractor.  I love meeting new people and helping them get out of pain. I love it when, by working with them to improve the functioning of their nervous system, my practice members experience fewer headaches, shorter colds, better sleep and a general feeling of having more energy. So far so…

Frozen Shoulder Advice

Frozen shoulder is a mysterious complaint. Properly termed adhesive capsultitis, frozen shoulder is an extremely painful condition in which it becomes gradually and increasingly difficult to move the shoulder joint. No one really understands why it occurs as it is not necessarily the result of an injury although it is more common in women and…

Tendonitis Advice

Whether you call it runner’s knee, swimmer’s shoulder, golfer’s elbow or tennis elbow, the painful condition of tendonitis is definitely not restricted to sports people. Anyone performing repeated movements (from typing to gardening) may be at risk of developing tendonitis. Repeated overuse or failure to stretch properly before exercise can lead to microscopic tears in the…

Ease PMS Naturally

There’s an old saying about how the world would be different if men had periods instead of women, but if that was the case, it is certain that the discomfort and disruption of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) would have been solved many years ago! As it is, no one really knows the exact cause of PMS…

You Have A Choice About Pain Relief

Over the last week, I’ve had many patients ask me about the use of pain relief. You probably read the news reports about the suggested link between certain types of painkillers (including aspirin, paracetamol and ibruprofen) and increased blood pressure. Although I personally avoid taking painkillers and never take antibiotics, I am always wary about…

Swim For Your Life – Swimming Advice

As the British Gas Swimming Championships are coming to an end today, there seems to be no better time to offer you our swimming advice! When was the last time you went for a swim? If it was either at the school pool with plasters and beetles floating on the surface or lounging around on…