Kids love playing football, there are no two ways around it. The end to end action, the thrill of it, and the inevitable rough and tumble that comes with it make it one of the most popular sports for children to play. But, with the physical contact that comes as...
In today’s world joint pain can be a common occurrence for many people, brought on by any number of issues ranging from underlying injury all the way through to seemingly innocuous circumstances, such as a downturn in temperature. Joint pain can require careful management to ease the symptoms as you...
Prescription drug abuse is using prescription medication in a way that has not been recommended by a medical professional. Problematic use, or prescription drug abuse, includes injecting or inhaling ground-up pills or taking your friend’s prescription painkiller (analgesic) for your own backache. Using prescription drugs in this way is much...
What is scoliosis? Scoliosis is a medical condition in which the spine has a sideways curve. Usually, this curve is ‘C’- or ‘S’ shaped. In some people the curve degree is stable, while in other patients it can increase over time. Typically, mild scoliosis doesn’t cause problems, but a severe...
Walking is a simple, gentle form of exercise that requires no special training or equipment and is accessible to almost everyone. Yet, the importance of walking as an extremely effective physical activity is often overshadowed by more vigorous forms of exercise, such as running. Weight-bearing Exercise Walking is a...
Posture is the position of your body while sitting, standing or lying down. Good posture has several health benefits and helps avoid back and neck pain. Chiropractic can help you improve and maintain your posture. There are several reasons why good posture is important. There are several less obvious health...
Healthcare is complex and multi-faceted – and health insurance can be, too. This brief guide to extras cover health insurance is intended to help you gain a clearer understanding of what it is, how it works, why you might want it and how to understand if you’re getting a good...
Your body is around 60 per cent water, give or take. It’s commonly recommended to drink a total of 8 glasses of water every day (aim for 2 litres a day). Although there’s little science behind that specific rule, making sure you stay hydrated is essential. The following are some...
Everyone has their favourite sleeping position; for instance, tummy snoozers, back snorers or every angle in between. As some of these positions are not great for your posture, it’s essential to choose the correct pillow to support you. Typically, quality is the key to good health; a good pillow is...
A study that was carried out in 2011 by the BCA (British Chiropractic Association) reports that 36 % of men and 41 % of women claimed that a poor night’s sleep exacerbated their back pain. The pain can be attributed to the offered back support, size or firmness of the...
