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Award-winning Chiropractic clinic, also providing life, health and pain management coaching.

You can use this page to follow the latest news from Acorn Health, as well as gain access to a range of information relating to conditions, therapies, and other relevant topics that you may find useful. We aim to provide you with information that is helpful in preventing pain and problems developing, as well as ensuring you are able to access information to help you should problems arise in the future. You can also book appointments with us through the "Book Online" tab on our page.

09/04/2026

Many people don’t realise how many conditions chiropractors commonly assess and manage.

These can include:

• Back pain and general spinal discomfort
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Headaches arising from the neck
• Sciatica and nerve-related pain
• Shoulder pain, including rotator cuff-related issues
• Joint pain (hips, knees, ankles)
• Muscle tension and soft tissue injuries
• Postural strain (e.g. desk or screen-related)
• Sports injuries
• Plantar fasciitis and foot pain
• Tension and inability to relax

If you’re experiencing any of the above and unsure what to do next, a short advice session can help you better understand your symptoms and what your options might be.

We've opened up availability for 15 minute advice sessions throughout Chiropractic Awareness Week (13th-17th April) to help you understand what might be going on and what your next steps could be.

If you’ve been putting off speaking to someone about those aches or pains, and just want honest, professional guidance, this is a great place to start.

👉 Book your session at https://acornhealth.org.uk or call to book your slot on 01980 761229

07/04/2026

Busy family weekends are the best… but your back might be feeling a little worse for wear afterwards.

From lifting little ones to long walks, Easter egg hunts and long drives to visit loved ones, sporting activities or doing DIY around the house, it all adds up. You might be wondering why a seemingly “normal weekend” has your back feeling a little worse for wear.

The thing to remember- your back doesn’t truly know the difference between an hour in the gym and an hour carrying kids, bags, or digging in the garden. It’s all load, repetition, and effort, but at home we often go without the warm-up or rest breaks. That’s why even “normal” home activities can leave you feeling sore.

So here’s how to stay as pain-free as possible 👇

✨ Change it up: Don’t stay in one position too long- mix up sitting, standing, and walking. It’s easy to find yourself doing more in one go than you would do ordinarily- so make sure you change positions regularly, whatever you’re up to.

✨ Lighten the load: Out for a family walk? Don’t just sling your rucksack over one shoulder. Use the shoulder straps and adjust them so the weight sits well on your back. Even better, get a rucksack with hip straps- you want about 70-80% of the weight on your hips, not your shoulders!

✨ Stretch it out: 5 minutes goes a long way. Even if you’re shattered at the end of the day, you can chill out in front of the TV AND stretch out on the floor at the same time!

If your aches and pains aren’t improving, keep coming back, or are stopping you doing the things you love… get in touch and get it checked.

📍Unit 3 Stonehenge Walk, Amesbury, SP4 7DB
📍14 West Street, Wilton, SP2 0DF
🌎 acornhealth.org.uk
📞 01980 761229

28/03/2026

Professional payback…

It wouldn’t be right to visit a friend from chiropractic college and not find the time to treat each other. 🙌

Am fairly sure Dr Hannah is having a little too much fun getting to stick needles in some delicate places….! 🍑😬🪡

26/03/2026

🌸 Easter Clinic Closure Notice 🐣

With the Easter weekend approaching next week, our team will be taking a short break over the long weekend to relax and recharge with friends and family. During this time, the clinic will be closed and we will not be monitoring messages received over the Easter break.

Appointments can still be made or amended online while the clinic is closed.

Please note we have limited availability for next week (w/c 30th March) for both chiropractic and massage appointments.

Thank you for your understanding and we would like to wish all of our patients a very Happy Easter when it arrives! 🐰

24/03/2026

How does acupuncture / dry needling work? 🪡

It’s a question we get a lot, especially when people see the needle and think “no thanks!” Acupuncture actually has some really interesting science behind it and can form a useful part of your treatment. When the needle is inserted, it stimulates your nervous system to release endorphins and oxytocin (your body’s natural pain and stress relief chemicals), as well as serotonin for mood and melatonin which can help improve sleep. So it’s not just working on muscles, it’s also helping your nervous system calm down and regulate.

As you can see- the needles are so fine, it’s hard to capture them on camera. Acupuncture needles are roughly:
* About the thickness of 2 human hairs
* Or similar to a fine sewing thread
* They’re also around 3–5 times thinner than a standard injection needle
That’s why most people are surprised that it doesn’t feel like an injection- often you just feel a small ache, twitch, or pressure rather than a sharp scratch- so if you’re a bit wary of needles, don’t rule this treatment out just yet!

You might wonder what the difference is between acupuncture and dry needling. The needles actually look the same, but the approach is different. Acupuncture is based on traditional Chinese medicine and is used to help with things like stress, sleep, headaches, and overall nervous system regulation. Dry needling is based on Western anatomy and targets tight muscles and trigger points (knots) to reduce pain, improve movement, and help injuries recover. In our clinic, we often use a combination of both to help reduce pain, relax muscles, improve recovery, and get you moving better again.

We commonly use acupuncture / dry needling for:
• Neck and back pain
• Sciatica
• Headaches and migraines
• Shoulder injuries
• Tennis/golfer’s elbow
• Hip and glute pain
• Hamstring and calf tightness
• Sports injuries
• Muscle pain and knots
• Chronic pain and tension

It’s a great treatment alongside chiropractic care and sports massage to help you relax, move better, recover faster, and stay pain free.

20/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who popped by to our open morning today- as always, far too busy chatting and far too little time for videos but here’s a few that showcase the clinic, the services available, and our fabulous team!

19/03/2026

A few things you might wish you’d known about your care with us 👇

✨ You don’t need to “fit the mould” to benefit
Wheelchair user? Restricted mobility? Don’t worry- we’ve got you covered.

🧠 A complex medical history doesn’t exclude you
Even if things are a bit more complex (or even rare), we’ll take the time to really understand you, reviewing the latest evidence and tailoring care so we can safely support your mechanical aches and pains. Our lovely patient Cat here documents her journey with a rare condition on her page ➡️

🔄 One experience doesn’t define all care
Tried chiropractic before and it didn’t help? Every clinician works differently and has different tools in their treatment toolbox. A fresh pair of eyes and a different approach can often work wonders.

🗣️ You’re always in control
Nothing is done without your consent- ask as many questions as you like, and let us know what feels right for you.

🤝 Your needs matter here
Whatever your needs—communication, accessibility, or otherwise, we want you to feel welcome and supported. Just let us know what you need and we’ll do our best!

Keen to ask us more questions about the care we provide? Join us at our open morning tomorrow from 9 - 11 AM at the Amesbury clinic to find out more about how we can help you!

18/03/2026

Celebrating one of our behind-the-scenes Acorn team members 🙌

A huge congratulations to Mel, our admin/organisation/techy superstar who completed a half marathon in Malaga, Spain last weekend alongside her partner Emi. 🌴🏃‍♀️🇪🇸

We’re reliably informed “We are both crippled now and in need of chiro and massage and god knows what else!” Lucky she doesn’t have too far to go to find all of the above 😉

Well done both! 💪

15/03/2026

Today we’re celebrating mums everywhere, however that looks for your family. 💛

The same hands that care for you are the hands that care for our children too. We know the beautiful highs, the exhausting lows, and everything in between, and we’re right there in it with you.

Today we’re thinking of: 🌸Mums who hold their babies in their arms and mums who can only hold their babies in their hearts. 🌷Mums-to-be and those navigating the journey to motherhood. 🌼Those who longed to be mums but couldn’t. 🪻Step mums, foster mums, adoptive mums, bonus mums and non-biological mums who love just as fiercely.
🥀Those who have lost their mums, or perhaps never got the chance to know them 🌺Single mums and solo mums doing it all. 💐Grandmothers, aunties, mentors, guardians and the wonderful people who step into a whole range of mothering roles. 
However today feels for you- joyful, heavy, complicated or somewhere in between- we see you.

From our families to yours, wishing you a very peaceful Mother’s Day. 🤍

08/03/2026

It’s been my luck in life to be surrounded by so many brilliant women, personally and professionally- and when they say “when women support each other, incredible things happen.”

That is so VERY true.

So this international women’s day, we’re celebrating you all. Here’s to strong women- may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them 💪 (and may we work with or alongside them 🤣😉)

05/03/2026

Gravity wins again! 🪜

No matter how you’ve managed to injure yourself- we’ve got the skills to check you over and put you back together again. 🥚

(… and believe me- we’ve heard ALL the stories before- so if you’ve had an “I shouldn’t have done that” moment, we can help 😉)

19/02/2026

What is tendinopathy, and why won’t it go away?

Tendinopathy happens when a tendon (the tissue that connects muscle to bone) becomes irritated because it’s been overloaded.

It’s usually not one big injury.
It’s more often:
• Repetitive strain
• Doing too much too soon
• A sudden jump in training
• Not enough strength to cope with the load

This patient had ongoing tricep pain.
Scans were clear. Physio helped a bit. But the pain kept coming back.

When we assessed her, we didn’t just press on the sore spot. We checked how her wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck and upper back were moving- working on the basis that while a previous injury COULD explain the pain, it could be that something else was being overlooked.

What we found was simple but important:
Her tricep muscle was weak and not working properly.

If the muscle isn’t doing its job, the tendon keeps getting stressed, and the pain lingers. It all made sense.

With tricep tendinopathy you might notice:
• Pain at the back of the elbow
• Pain pushing up from a chair
• Ache with press-ups or lifting overhead
• Morning stiffness
• Strength that feels different, but not necessarily weaker

Treatment isn’t just about rest. Tendons need the right type of loading to recover, and the right treatment approach to give you the very best chance of recovering well and regaining function.

The treatment plan included:
✔️ Dry needling to improve muscle activation
✔️ Taping to support the area
✔️ Gradual strengthening
✔️ Chiropractic care to improve shoulder and upper back movement

If your pain isn’t improving the way you expected, it may need a different approach, not just more time.

Amy has new patient availability tomorrow afternoon- book online via the link in our bio. 💚

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Unit 3 Stonehenge Walk
Amesbury
SP47DB

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday	10am - 6pm

Website

https://acornhealth.org.uk/

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