Smile Health

Smile Health Affordable healthcare and wellness, advice and rehabilitation for back pain, injury or post surgical

Jane Cooper BSc(Hons) Chiro and Hannah McDonald BSc(Hons) Ost Med offer safe, gentle techniques to restore health and mobilty for those with muskuloskeletal problems and sports injuries. We have over twenty years experience and our initial advice is free when you call 07813 708092. Chiropractic is also available in Berwick at Berwick Smile Dental Care, West End, Tweedmouth.

Your spine is designed to weather the storms, but even the strongest structures feel the strain if the weight isn't bala...
14/05/2026

Your spine is designed to weather the storms, but even the strongest structures feel the strain if the weight isn't balanced.

While we often talk about "getting healthy," we rarely stop to thank the 24 moving bones that allow us to go about our everyday.

When we slouch or lean forward, our poor posture is straining our spine:

👉 Uneven load: Your spine is built to distribute weight evenly. Poor posture forces specific muscles, discs, and joints to carry a load they weren't designed for.

👉 Eventually, these tissues are pushed beyond their limits. Lower back tissues begin to weaken, and that familiar "ni**le" turns into persistent pain.

👉 The ripple effect: It’s not just your back; poor alignment can lead to tension headaches and reduced energy levels.

Swipe to hear how your spine is supporting you, and how to correct your posture and support your spine, so it can support you!

If those aches and pains don’t disappear once you correct your posture, don't ignore them. Let’s get to the root of the problem together and book an appointment with me in Alnwick.

https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

Yes, but only in certain circumstances.As your baby grows, pregnancy can become quite uncomfortable for the mother as sp...
13/05/2026

Yes, but only in certain circumstances.

As your baby grows, pregnancy can become quite uncomfortable for the mother as space becomes more restricted. Adjustments from a chiropractor can help relieve this pain by creating more wriggle room.

However, unless you are already a patient at the Smile Health Alwick clinic, you cannot receive treatment in your first trimester.

Please come in after your first trimester, and we will help relieve your discomfort. We even have specially designed cushions in the clinic to make you comfortable when you’re lying on your front - The Belloost pregnancy cushion.

Please reach out if you have any questions and book your appointment through our website.

https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

A common question for chiropractors - but no you will not have to go for a long period of time necessarily. 🤔Everybody c...
07/05/2026

A common question for chiropractors - but no you will not have to go for a long period of time necessarily. 🤔

Everybody comes to a chiropractor for different reasons, with differing levels of pain and in different places.

Your experience and your issue will require a unique treatment plan.

So, depending on your situation and our chiropractor’s analysis, your treatment plan could be three to six sessions a few weeks apart, a six-month treatment plan where you come in once a month. You may have home exercises prescribed, or you may be advised to rest.

Everyone is different, and so will your treatment plan, recovery and results be.

Book your appointment with me today to find out what a chiropractor can do for you, and how many sessions you’ll need to bring your smile back again.

https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/


If you don’t know what the tool is, I’m not surprised you have your reservations.But Smile Health Alnwick is all about g...
05/05/2026

If you don’t know what the tool is, I’m not surprised you have your reservations.

But Smile Health Alnwick is all about gentle chiropractic treatment to make our patients comfortable before, during and after their visit.

So before you come inm we want to make sure you have all the information you need to feel reassured.

👉Swipe through to uncover the nature of the activator instrument and see that it is a small, effective tool that you’ll only feel on your body for a second or two.

If you are still concerned, please reach out to me with your further questions.



Stop trying to sit up dead straight; your 'perfect' posture might actually be causing your back pain.The ‘best posture’ ...
30/04/2026

Stop trying to sit up dead straight; your 'perfect' posture might actually be causing your back pain.

The ‘best posture’ is your next posture…

The way you sit is, of course, important to make sure you aren’t causing any strain on your back or neck.

But sitting up dead straight and still actually causes tension in your spine, and will be quite painful after a short while.

Once you’ve set up your desk and computer to the correct height, the next best thing you can do to improve your posture and take care of your spine is MOVE!

Try not to sit for long periods of time, your body loves movement - it releases tension, relieves your muscles and lubricates your joints… not to mention clears your mind and gives your brain a change of scene too.

So while you focus on your best posture - don’t forget to focus on your next movement too.

If you’ve been taking it easy when it comes to exercise over the colder months, make sure you take it easy when you come...
29/04/2026

If you’ve been taking it easy when it comes to exercise over the colder months, make sure you take it easy when you come back to exercise.

Going from nothing to three runs a week, for example, will shock your body and make you more susceptible to injury.

Instead, start with a short run once a week and one light strength workout. This way, you’ll ease your body back in and make sure it is strong as you begin moving more vigorously again.

If you feel any ni**les of pain or discomfort as you begin exercising, please reach out to me.

You need to listen to your body when it whispers and book that appointment so you can recover quicker and give you the chance to get back to living your life to the full.
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https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

Chiropractor appointments involve a lot of questions from me to you.So I thought it was only fair to give you an insight...
27/04/2026

Chiropractor appointments involve a lot of questions from me to you.

So I thought it was only fair to give you an insight into me as well.

Getting to know the person who will be treating you will help you feel comfortable during your appointment.

So here is a bit about me:

➡️ Spa break or city break: city break

➡️ Winter sun or winter snow: winter sun

➡️ Birdsong or Podcast: Birdsong

➡️ Vegetarian or meat eater: flexitarian

I hope this helps put your mind at ease, or feeds your curious mind!

If you are still nervous about your chiropractic appointment, please reach out to me before to talk through bout anything, so that your experience can be calm and comfortable.
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https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

24/04/2026

Chiropractic treatment doesn’t have to involve manual adjustments...

I have had several patients over the years who have been nervous about their appointment because they worry about the risks of manual adjustment.

At Smile Health Alnwick, we are a gentle and holistic clinic, using less invasive techniques such as:

💙 The Activator Methods Technique

💙 Low-Level Laser Therapy

Both of these is minimally invasive, has been tested as safe, and can effectively treat your issues.

Take a look at the video to see the features of each, and please reach out to me if you have any further questions before your appointment.

18/04/2026

If you don’t have joint pain, this post is for you.👇

Prevention is cure, so taking care of your joints while they feel good, means they’ll continue to feel good as you move, age, lift etc.

Small adjustments to your posture, regular mobility work, and spinal check-ups keep the fluid moving and the friction down.

Northumberland Tip: If you've been strolling or running along the trails near Rothbury lately, don't forget to stretch your hip flexors! Tight hips can be the silent culprit behind knee pain.

Your body will thank you in the long run if you take care of your joints today.

Stress precedes pain, and stress goes beyond impacting your mental health.Have you considered this?Several studies into ...
15/04/2026

Stress precedes pain, and stress goes beyond impacting your mental health.

Have you considered this?

Several studies into the effects of stress uncover a negative impact on your physical health as well as your mental health.

Stress physically manifests in your body and can cause further health issues.

Swipe to uncover the physical effects of stress on the body and think about how this can precede further pain you may experience.

So if you find yourself telling people or yourself that ‘it’s just stress.’ It can be much worse than that and negatively impact you elsewhere.

That dull ache at the base of your skull isn't just a "normal" part of a busy Tuesday.A headache is usually your body’s ...
12/04/2026

That dull ache at the base of your skull isn't just a "normal" part of a busy Tuesday.

A headache is usually your body’s way of waving a red flag.

And often, the root cause isn't in your head at all…it's in the tension held in your neck and shoulders.

Prevention means looking at how you sit, how you sleep, and how your spine is aligned before the throbbing starts. Chiropractic care helps clear the "interference" in your nervous system, often reducing the frequency and intensity of tension headaches before they even arrive.

Try these few tips to prevent headaches from coming on, before you visit your chiropractor. But if your headache continues, your spine may need realigned to relieve the tension for good.

My door is always open to new patients. 💙 https://smilehealthalnwick.co.uk/online-bookings/

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Alnwick
NE661HW

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 1:30pm

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+447813708092

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