Many of today’s modern conveniences actually worsen our physical health in the long run. Texting is up there with the best of them. By the time today’s youth reach college, they’ll already be experts at slumping over their cell phones. They will have hit the coveted 10,000-hour mark and their thumbs will deftly move over […]
Sitting correctly can help stop back pain
It is important to Sit Smart to avoid back pain and discomfort. Here are some helpful tips to help you. If sitting hurts, don’t do it. If you must sit, avoid sitting in one position for more than 30 minutes. Generally, your neck should remain straight with chin pulled back in relaxed position. Shoulders should […]
What is Upper Body Dysfunction?Let us look at Upper-body dysfunction and how it relates to postural dysfunction, injuries, pain and discomfort, so that we can implement a corrective exercise plan to combat the effects detailed within the article. An upper body dysfunction is a postural imbalance typical of those who are office based workers, spending endless hours at a […]
Relief from back pain
A strain is an injury to the muscles. A Lumbar Strain is an injury to muscles surrounding the lower back and pelvis, usually resulting in the muscles being over stretched and possibly torn. A sprain is the over – stretching of a ligament. A Lumbar Sprain is an injury to the ligaments that help support […]
How to deal with back pain
Most back pain / injuries are not due to serious injury or disease, rather a result of poor body mechanics and posture. These injuries can be treated and you shouldn’t panic. Controlling anxiety and fear of re-injury or causing further damage is very important in regaining normal function and healing. The basis for these psychological […]
Keep stress to a minimum
Have you ever noticed how your back pain flares up during stressful times? Stress to the body can be in the form of emotional, physical or chemical stress or all of the above to varying degrees. Most people who are under stress and don’t manage it effectively, tend to sleep poorly, have a poor diet […]
Good work conditions can help reduce back pain
Don’t Use a laptop for long periods. You should not use a laptop for long periods, without setting the laptop up as part of an ergonomic workstation. This will require the laptop being setup with a laptop stand with an external mouse and keyboard or linking your laptop up to a separate screen. This allows […]
Sleeping tips to help reduce back pain
Don’t sleep on your stomach. I see many people who find sleeping quite uncomfortable. They often wake up with neck pain or back pain and can feel stiff and achy in the morning. Sometimes people can wake in the night and find it hard to get comfortable at all. Firstly, Never, ever sleep on your […]
Ankle Sprain Rehab at our Sport Injury Clinic
Ankle Sprains are among the most common of all sports-related injuries. The ankle joint is designed to adapt to uneven terrain, but a sudden or forceful twisting motion can result in damage to the ankle ligaments and in severe sprains, the ligaments can be torn. The most common ankle sprain is an inversion ankle sprain […]
Liverpool Chiropractor tips to avoid back and neck pain
Don’t use a laptop for long periods. You should not use a laptop for long periods, without setting the laptop up as part of an ergonomic workstation. This will require the laptop being setup with a laptop stand with an external mouse and keyboard or linking your laptop up to a separate screen. This allows […]