At Charminster Chiropractic Clinic we believe that prevention is better than cure. With school children across the country returning to school we thought it a good time to highlight to parents some of the often overlooked actions that could be putting their child’s back and spine at risk and provide advice to prevent any harmful […]
Exercise is one of the best things you can do for back pain, and swimming can be a great choice of activity as it doesn’t usually put excess strain on the spine. But as with any kind of exercise, it’s crucial that you use proper form and technique to avoid back pain when swimming. Unnatural […]
Summer has well and truly arrived and many of you are enjoying the warmer temperatures and fun activities that this time of year offers. But if you suffer from back pain, your summer experience may be a little more daunting. Here’s why … Just the summer weather itself can affect your back pain symptoms. For […]
A little tipple to “take the edge off” can often seem like an appealing option to someone living with chronic pain. In fact, alcohol is widely used by patients with chronic back pain. But it actually creates more problems than it solves, even exacerbating any pre-existing conditions. So how can alcohol affect back pain, exactly? […]
We’re all guilty of having a bad habit or two. Whether it’s biting our fingernails or drinking too much coffee, we all have those guilty pleasures that we know we shouldn’t do. But did you know that some unhealthy habits can actually have a direct impact on your spine? Today, our Bournemouth chiropractor reveals three […]
If you commute to work by car or you spend a significant amount of time on the road each day, you may experience back pain when driving. Some of you may even live with chronic back pain yet can’t avoid driving when you need to get somewhere. So what’s the solution? How can you ease […]
If you’re looking for an easy way to improve the health of yours spine, then look no further than what you wear on your feet! What have your shoes got to do with your back? Our Bournemouth chiropractor explains here… Shoes are the only contact between you and the ground. So they support your entire […]
With summer officially here, many of you will be making plans to get away for a week or two. But travelling can be difficult if you suffer with back pain. So here are some great tips from our Bournemouth chiropractor to ensure you have a happy and healthy holiday this year… Packing Tips Pack light. […]
We all know that stress and anxiety can cause a number of different physical and emotional responses. But did you know how we feel emotionally can be closely linked with the health of our spines? To highlight the connection between back pain and stress, our Bournemouth chiropractor looks at the relationship between the mind and […]
The summer holiday season is nearly upon us and many of you will soon be taking to the open skies as you make your way towards a week or two in paradise. But the thought of travelling with back pain can be daunting, to say the least. Fortunately, our Bournemouth chiropractor has some effective tips […]