Axminster Chiropractic Clinic

24/10/2025

Austin is proud to present the latest member of the clinic Baby Thomas 💙 We cannot thank all our amazing patients enough for being so understanding with last minute changes and for all the gorgeous presents and well wishes. Austin will be back in clinic soon after a few more weeks of baby cuddles.

21/10/2025

🦴 World Osteoporosis Day Was Yesterday — But Bone Health Matters Every Day! 🦴

October 20th marked World Osteoporosis Day, a global reminder of the importance of keeping our bones strong — especially as we age. While the day may have passed, the message is just as important today!

Osteoporosis often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens — commonly in the spine, hips, or wrists. As chiropractors, we focus on spinal health and posture, which play a major role in preventing falls and managing bone stress.

✅ Stay active with weight-bearing exercises
✅ Get enough calcium & vitamin D
✅ Avoid smoking & limit alcohol
✅ Schedule regular checkups — early detection matters!

💬 Have questions about how chiropractic care can support your bone health?
Send us a message or book a consultation. Your spine deserves strong support. 💪

15/10/2025

15/10/2025

Back Care Awareness Week 2025 is here!

This year we’re focusing on the Stand:Stretch:Stride rule.

Many of us spend hours sitting at a desk or standing at work, which can lead to muscle weakness, joint stiffness, and back pain.

Sedentary lifestyles = major risk factor for conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis.

But, the good news is that regular movement can reverse these risks.

A simple way to protect your back? The BCA’s Stand: Stretch: Stride rule.

Here’s what it means:

1️⃣Stand
Break up long periods of sitting. Stand regularly to keep your muscles engaged and your spine happy.

2️⃣Stretch
Release tension with regular stretches. Loosen tight muscles and improve joint mobility.

3️⃣Stride
Build walking and movement into your day. Short walks keep circulation flowing and energy up.

💻 Find all our resources, tips, and full stretch routines here: https://ow.ly/kCrC50X7z86

📣 Share this with colleagues or friends who could use a spine-friendly workday!

13/10/2025

🌿 How Chiropractic Care Supports You During Pregnancy 🤰✨

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey — but it can also bring physical discomfort as your body changes to support your growing baby. At Axminster Chiropractic Clinic, we’re here to help you feel your best every step of the way with safe, gentle chiropractic care tailored specifically for expectant mothers.

Here’s how we can help during pregnancy:

✅ Relieve Low Back & Pelvic Pain – As your belly grows, your centre of gravity shifts. This can cause strain on the spine and pelvis. Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper alignment, easing pressure and pain.
✅ Improve Pelvic Balance – A well-aligned pelvis helps ensure optimal space for your baby, potentially encouraging better foetal positioning (especially helpful as you approach delivery!).
✅ Reduce Sciatica & Nerve Pressure – Numbness, tingling, or shooting pain down the legs? We can help reduce nerve irritation through precise, pregnancy-safe adjustments.
✅ Enhance Comfort & Mobility – Regular care can improve your posture, flexibility, and overall comfort, making it easier to stay active and feel good throughout pregnancy.
✅ Support a Smoother Delivery – Studies suggest that chiropractic care may support shorter labor times and reduced need for interventions.

🔸 Safe. Gentle. Personalised.

💬 Curious if chiropractic care is right for you during pregnancy?

Let’s talk! Book a prenatal consultation today and let us support your journey to motherhood — naturally. 🌸
📍 Axminster Chiropractic Clinic
🌐 https://www.axminsterchiropracticclinic.co.uk/

06/10/2025

How Does The Weather Affects Your Spine? 🌧️❄️🌡️

Here’s how:
🌬️ Cold temperatures cause muscles to tighten and blood flow to slow down, which can lead to stiffness and discomfort — especially in the back, neck, and shoulders.
🌧️ Changes in barometric pressure can affect the tissues around your joints, making you feel more sore or achy.
💨 Damp or rainy weather may increase inflammation in people with arthritis or previous injuries, leading to more noticeable back or joint pain.

💆‍♀️ What can help?
✅ Chiropractic adjustments to keep your spine aligned and mobile
✅ Gentle stretching and movement to reduce stiffness
✅ Staying warm and hydrated
✅ Get Enough Vitamin D

Don't let the weather control how you feel!

29/09/2025

🧠 Did you know your spine protects your central nervous system?🧠

Proper alignment = better overall health.

Get adjusted, stay aligned✅

26/09/2025

Over the last few weeks Austin has had the honour of treating the incredible Canadian Women’s Rugby Team. We cannot wait to watch them in action again this weekend in the Women’s Rugby World Cup Final against England! Although this may have made it difficult for us to pick a side to cheer on!
🍁Good luck Rugby Canada!

24/09/2025

Thank you to Charlotte at The Pelvic Physio for the amazing talk today about the pelvic floor!
It was super interesting and we would definitely encourage anyone with any symptoms of incontinence and pain then please give her a follow.
Thank you from Austin and the team

22/09/2025

Feeling stiff lately? 😣

You might be sitting too much, moving too little, or your spine might be out of alignment. Here are 5 chiropractor-approved tips to help you feel better — naturally:

✅ 1. Stretch every morning and evening
Even 5 minutes can reduce tightness in your back, neck, and hips.
✅ 2. Stay hydrated
Your joints and muscles need water to function and recover properly.
✅ 3. Move every 30–60 minutes
If you sit a lot for work, take short movement breaks — walk, stretch, or change positions.
✅ 4. Watch your posture
Poor posture creates tension. Keep your head over your shoulders, not hunched forward.
✅ 5. Get adjusted

Chiropractic adjustments help restore motion, reduce stiffness, and realign your spine for better function.

Let us help you move better, feel better, and live better — naturally.
📍 Axminster Chiropractic Clinic | 📲 Call or DM us to book

15/09/2025

🌀 Feeling stiff lately?

You're not alone — seasonal changes, long hours at the desk, or just everyday stress can lead to that achy, tight feeling in your back, neck, or joints. 😣

But here’s the good news:
✨ You don’t have to “wait it out” or mask the discomfort with painkillers.

Chiropractic care helps to:
✅ Improve joint mobility
✅ Reduce muscle tension
✅ Restore proper alignment
✅ Boost overall flexibility and movement

💆 A few gentle adjustments might be all it takes to get you moving — and feeling — like yourself again.

📅 Book your appointment today and let us help you loosen up the right way.
📲 Call us or send a message to schedule.

08/09/2025

September is Pain Awareness Month — and the numbers don't lie.

Here’s how pain affects people across the UK:

🔴 Around 𝟰𝟯% 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀—that’s nearly 28 million people—live with chronic pain lasting 3+ months (PubMed) (britishpainsociety.org)
🔴 About 𝟭𝟮% 𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿 from moderate to severely disabling pain, which significantly impacts daily life. (PubMed)
🔴 In England, roughly 𝟭𝟱.𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 (𝟯𝟰%) experience chronic pain, and 5.5 million (12%) have high-impact pain that prevents them from doing everyday activities. (Versus Arthritis)
🔴 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗸𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀—l𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸, 𝗻𝗲𝗰𝗸, 𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗻—make up a large share, with back pain alone ranking among the top causes of disability worldwide. (Pain UK)

Living in pain doesn’t have to be your new normal.
Chiropractic care offers a natural, drug-free route to relief✅

📍 Axminster Chiropractic Clinic
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