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12/04/2026

This is called the Fukuda test.
It looks simple, but it tells us a lot about how your body perceives position and balance.
If your body drifts or rotates, it can mean the information going from your joints, muscles, and inner ear to your brain isn’t working as efficiently as it should.
Your brain relies on that input to know where you are in space.�If that signal is off, your coordination and balance can be affected.
This test doesn’t diagnose anything on its own, but it gives us a starting point for what needs to be assessed further.
Try it at home:�Close your eyes and march on the spot for 60 seconds.
If you notice yourself drifting or turning, it’s worth getting it checked.

11/04/2026

This is what we see on X-ray when your lower back lives in extension.
We analyse the X-ray first.
The pelvis tilts forward.�The arch increases.�And the load gets pushed into the joints at the back.
So we don’t just treat pain.
We use a specialised spinal decompression table that allows us to position the lower back into flexion…�take it out of that extended pattern…�and reduce the load going through those joints.
At the same time, we use shockwave therapy on the surrounding tissues…�to improve how they handle load and function.
And then we retrain the pattern.
Because your body will always default to what it knows best.

06/04/2026

Numbness in the front of the thigh?
If you’re training your quads hard multiple times a week you’re creating small micro tears in the muscle and that’s part of how you build strength and size
As your body repairs that tissue it can sometimes become dense or restricted especially if you’re loading the same area over and over again without enough recovery
Running through that region are important nerves like the femoral nerve and the lateral femoral cutaneous nerve which travel from your lower back into the front and side of your thigh
If the surrounding tissue becomes tight or restricted it can place extra pressure on those nerves and that’s when you might feel numbness tingling burning or even deep aching through the quad
So instead of just treating the muscle we also look at how the nerve is moving through that area
Shockwave therapy delivers mechanical pulses into the tissue which can help stimulate blood flow and improve tissue quality in those restricted areas
We combine that with muscle activation and stretching to improve how the tissue moves and reduce stress around the nerve
And this is why in chiropractic we don’t just focus on the quad we assess the lower back pelvis and nerve pathways to understand what’s really driving the issue
If your quad always feels tight or you’re getting numbness in the front of the thigh there’s usually more to it 👇

22/03/2026

Most people don’t realise this but your shoes could be influencing how your body moves every single day
Over time the soles wear down often unevenly and that changes how your foot hits the ground. Your foot is the foundation of your entire body
When that foundation shifts it can affect how your ankles knees and pelvis move and for some people that may contribute to extra stress on the lower back
It’s the same idea with high heels they change how your body loads from the ground up
That’s why as chiropractors we don’t just look at the lower back when you’re in pain. We assess the whole chain including your feet ankles and pelvis
If your back pain feels like it came out of nowhere it might be worth checking something simple first your shoes
Have you checked the bottom of your shoes recently 👇

15/03/2026

If stretching alone fixed the problem, the pain would likely be gone already.
Stretching targets muscles, but many musculoskeletal complaints are linked to restricted joint movement rather than simply shortened muscles. When a joint does not move properly, the nervous system often increases muscle activity around it to protect the area.
This can create the pattern many people experience where stretching provides temporary relief but the tightness quickly returns.
Chiropractic care focuses on identifying joints that are not moving well and restoring their motion with specific adjustments. When normal joint movement returns, the nervous system often reduces the protective muscle guarding.
Sometimes the issue is not the muscle that feels tight, but the joint underneath that is not moving properly.

15/03/2026

🧍‍♂️WALL ANGELS: The reset button your body needs! 🧍‍♀️
Ever feel like your posture is collapsing from sitting or screen time? Wall angels are a simple yet powerful way to open up your chest, activate postural muscles, and remind your spine where neutral actually is.
Think of it as a daily tune-up for your body 🛠️
Try it for 30 seconds and feel the difference.
Tag a desk worker who needs this! 👇
SpinalHealth MobilityMatters

08/03/2026

Pain settling down does not always mean the problem has been corrected.
Research shows that pain functions as a protective warning system rather than a direct measure of tissue healing. Symptoms can reduce while underlying joint dysfunction, movement restrictions or postural stress remain.
This is why many spinal conditions can progress quietly even when pain is no longer present.
Chiropractic care focuses not only on reducing pain, but on restoring joint movement, improving spinal function and addressing the mechanical stresses that contribute to recurring problems.
Pain free does not always mean fixed. It may simply mean the alarm has become quieter.

28/02/2026

Forward head posture does not only affect the neck. It alters how the entire spine manages load.

Evidence shows that as the head moves forward, its effective weight on the spine increases. To keep the body upright, the spine adapts by increasing the curve in the lower back.

Over time, this added arching increases stress on the lower back joints and discs. This is why people with forward head posture often develop lower back pain, even when the pain did not start there.

This is why posture analysis matters. Posture reveals how the spine is adapting under sustained stress.

22/02/2026

Up to 60% of women report worsening headaches during the menopausal transition.�But it’s not just hormones…
Fluctuating oestrogen levels can increase headache sensitivity,�and when this combines with poor neck posture or reduced spinal movement, headaches can become more frequent and more intense.
When the neck and upper spine aren’t moving well,�the nervous system can become more sensitive to stress and pain signals. This is a recognised contributor to tension-type and cervicogenic headaches.
Improving spinal movement and posture may help reduce one of the key physical triggers,�supporting better nervous system regulation alongside hormonal care.
So if nothing seems to be working…�it may not be “just hormonal.”
ChiropracticCare

15/02/2026

Jaw pain? 😬�Clicking. Grinding. Stress.
Your TMJ and neck are connected more than you think.
Overworked jaw muscles →�Jaw deviation →�Neck tension →�Headaches 😵‍💫
If you chew gum, grind your teeth, or stay stressed…�These muscles stay activated.
Release the jaw.�Restore movement.�Calm the nervous system.
Your neck will thank you. 🙌

09/02/2026

🛏️ If you’re getting enough sleep...
😵‍💫 But never wake up refreshed...
Your body might still be in fight or flight mode.
Chronic stress.
Jaw clenching. Neck tension.
Your nervous system stays on alert — even at night.
That blocks your body from entering rest & digest.
❌ No deep recovery.
Your neck & upper spine constantly signal:
“⚠️ Not safe. Stay alert.”
When those joints don’t move well...
The nervous system can’t switch off.
We assess:
➡️ Neck movement
➡️ Jaw function
➡️ Nervous system tone
💆‍♂️ Chiropractic adjustments = more motion, less stress.
So your body can finally…
RELAX. 😴
Because sleep isn’t about hours...
It’s about whether your nervous system feels SAFE. 🧠💤

08/02/2026

Massage therapists 🚨

Research shows over 50% of massage therapists experience work-related pain during their career, most commonly in the wrists, neck, shoulders, and lower back.
That ongoing strain is a big reason many therapists reduce hours or leave the profession early.

The good news?
A lot of that wear and tear comes down to how load is managed through your body, not how hard you work.

Simple things like table height, where your force comes from, wrist position, and neck posture make a huge difference to career longevity.

Protecting your body isn’t a luxury!!!it’s part of the job.

👉 Send this to your favourite massage therapist.

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