Nina Hollingsworth Chiropractor

10/04/2025

Here are 10tips from the Stress Awareness Month website to help you deal with your stress

1. Adopt a positive mindset
2. Don’t be a slave to tech
3. Eat for wellbeing
4. Get a good nights sleep
5. Get moving to combat stress
6. Learn to say no
7. Master your time
8. Practice deep breathing
9. Prioritise your health
10. Stay hydrated

07/04/2025

Stress and poor mental health are among the most significant public health challenges we face today and has mental health has overtaken back pain for the main reason anyone will have to be off work. Unfortunately, despite this, their impact is still not being taken seriously enough. We continue to treat mental health and physical health as separate issues, but the truth is, they are interconnected – two sides of the same coin. Good health cannot exist without mental well-being, and stress can contribute to a wide range of health problems. These include physical issues such as pain, heart disease, insomnia, digestive problems, and immune system difficulties, as well as more severe mental health conditions like anxiety and depression. As Chiropractors, we see how stress affects your musculoskeletal system every day. Many you have also heard of a book called ‘The body keeps the score” which documents how pain and our mental health are inseparable and how ‘trauma’ can cause your nervous system to react.

03/04/2025

Since 1992, Stress Awareness Month has been observed every April to highlight the causes and solutions to the stress epidemic of our time. It serves as an opportunity to engage in open discussions about the impact of stress, while also working to eliminate the guilt, shame, and stigma surrounding mental health. This is a time to talk openly about stress, its effects, and to share our mental and emotional well-being with friends, family, colleagues, and professionals.

12/01/2025

So the New Year brings some new home learning, Women and Back Pain. This course delves into the Pelvic Floor and its relationship to the symptoms we have but it also highlights how and why women experience this pain and how it is so different to men. As a Chiropractor, I do consider the pelvic floor for all of my female patients but I also believe it is often overlooked by many health professionals.

19/10/2024

Up early this morning to finish a course I have been meaning to finish for ages! Working with pregnant women is a passion and a privilege so learning as much as I can from various professionals is how I can continue to serve those women.

10/10/2024

Sharing from clinic on important topic.

Mental illness is widespread in contemporary society, as evidenced by mental health services in England receiving 5 million referrals in 2023, marking a 33% increase since 2019. The effects of mental illness can significantly influence daily life, including levels of physical activity. This impact may stem from physical symptoms associated with mental health conditions, side effects of medications, fluctuations in energy and concentration, or the presence of potential triggers during exercise.

Engaging in physical activity benefits both individuals with and without diagnosed mental health conditions. Exercise promotes the release of endorphins and enhances blood circulation to the brain, which contributes to improved mood, increased confidence, and better concentration and sleep quality. Additionally, physical activity stimulates the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter associated with mood regulation, which can foster a sense of achievement and empowerment, ultimately enhancing self-esteem. Furthermore, low-intensity exercise helps lower cortisol levels, the hormone linked to stress, thereby alleviating both physical and psychological symptoms of stress.

Here are some top tips to ‘get you moving for your mental health:
*Preference – Enjoying your chosen physical activity has been shown to help adherence and mood.
*Start slowly and make reasonable goals – It is important to not do too much too soon in order to avoid injury and mental burn out. Also ensure that your goal setting is realistic and manageable.
*Make your activity a part of day-to-day life – Adding in movement to your daily life as part of your routine, allows for better consistency, which in turn can improve stress levels, motivation and sleep.
*Location – You do not have to be a member of a gym or have to pay for exercise classes. You can integrate movement throughout your working day by walking or cycling to and from work. Or perhaps you can go on a brisk walk in your lunch break and take the stairs instead of the lift. Additionally, there are plenty of free exercise videos to follow along with at home on YouTube.

Despite there being clear benefits of physical activity on both physical and mental health, there are some considerations when getting started. It is also recommended that you discuss this with a medical professional that helps manage your mental health before embarking on new physical activity.

Thanks to (British Chiropractic Association) or this information,

06/10/2024

Love this slide from some advanced pregnancy learning. Relaxin in pregnancy is NOT THE ENEMY and is not the reason why woman develop Pelvic Girdle Pain in pregnancy. It is so important to include so many factors when examining and treating a pregnant woman.

03/10/2024

Another great evening learning with other Chiropractors!

27/09/2024

From 1st-31st October, any friends or family members you refer to the Parker Clinic will get a half price Consultation and you will get £10 off your next adjustment as a Thank You!

19/06/2024

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20/01/2024

Bristol is glowing