Pinched nerve

Suffering With A Trapped Nerve? Find Out What’s Really Going On Inside Your Body And How To Fix It. ‘Trapped Nerve’ is a bit of a catch-all phrase for a range of issues which lead to nerve pain; tingling, numbness or a general feeling of weakness. But what is really happening to cause this pain? …

Joint cracking

When patients come for chiropractic treatment they often ask us if we are cracking their bones. The short answer is no. The crack or popping noise often heard from an adjustment is from the joints; synovial joints to be exact. Let us explain. Synovial joints are the most flexible in the body and contain a …

Cold vs pain

Farewell summer, you didn’t last very long! Out come our winter overcoats and scarfs! Sadly for many, the cold weather is not a welcome thing. Did you know: Those who suffer with chronic back pain might notice it get worse during autumn and winter. Although there’s little scientific evidence that shows a link between chronic pain …

Muscles of the hip

How Tight Are Your Hip Flexors Your hip flexors are an important muscle group. If they are tight – and therefore not moving to their full ability – your spine can become more unstable. The pressure is then added to your lower back as your muscles try to realign your spine. Prolonged sitting – which …