Chard Chiropractic Neck & Back Pain Clinic

23/01/2026

⭐️Fun Fact Friday ⭐️

Walking uses up to 200 muscles! These muscles include the glutes, calves, hamstrings, core and even the shoulder and arms.

22/01/2026

Back to school reminder ‼️
Here’s a quick reminder on how to wear your rucksack to school/college/work.
- make sure it’s the right size for your children/for you
- ⁠pack it well - take out anything you don’t need
- ⁠wear both straps over your shoulder
- ⁠adjust the straps if needed
- ⁠take a break from wearing it all day

If you struggle with back or neck pain and you think it’s related to your accessories, speak to one of our chiropractors to help you with some alternatives and suggestions 🎒

20/01/2026

New year's is a great time to set some fitness goals, but it may help to first look at what physical activity guidelines are recommended by public health UK and use these to base your targets around.

18/01/2026

Sleep Cycles 💤
On average, adults typically complete four to six sleep cycles per night, with each cycle lasting about 80 to 110 minutes. These cycles consist of different stages, including non-REM sleep (divided into light and deep sleep) and REM sleep, and they repeat throughout the night, with REM periods becoming longer later in the night.
The first sleep cycle is often the shortest, ranging from 70 to 100 minutes, while later cycles tend to fall between 90 and 120 minutes. In addition, the composition of each cycle — how much time is spent in each phase of sleep — changes as the night goes along.

Sleep cycles can vary from person to person and from night to night based on a wide range of factors such as age, recent sleep patterns, and alcohol consumption.

Stage 1 usually lasts for 1-7 minutes and may be when you first feel drowsy.
Stage 2 usually lasts for 10-60 minutes and is where you me body temperature falls.
Stage 3 usually lasts for 20-40 minutes and is the deepest sleep cycle.
Stage 4 is between 10-60 minutes and is your REM (rapid eye movement) sleep and this is where you dream the most!

Muscle recovery primarily happens during deep sleep and involves repairing damaged muscle fibers, replenishing energy (glycogen) stores, removing metabolic waste, and restoring hormonal balance, with growth hormone secretion being particularly crucial for protein synthesis and muscle repair. Adequate, consistent sleep is essential for muscle health and performance; a lack of sleep can impair recovery, slow healing, and increase injury risk.

Our chiropractors will often ask about your sleep pattern and how much you sleep, as well as position and number of pillows. This is to give us an indication on your recovery period and how you may respond to treatment.

16/01/2026

⭐️Fun Fact Friday ⭐️

Chromesthesia is where sounds are experienced as colours, with music or voices triggering consistent visual sensations. Some famous people who experienced this are Vincent Van Gogh, Billy Joel and Stevie Wonder!

14/01/2026

On New Year's Day Lydia started off the year with her first ever 10K at the Chard Flyer and beat her predicted time by 5 minutes 🎉 She's excited to work on running further and faster and booking in some more events this year.

12/01/2026

Chiropractic care can be a great way to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but getting the best results means being an active participant in your care. Here are some helpful tips to get the most out of your treatment.

Be honest with your chiropractor
Sharing your full medical history and current symptoms helps your chiropractor create a personalised treatment plan that’s right for you.

Follow the recommendations
Exercises, stretches, and lifestyle adjustments are often key parts of care. Following these recommendations can greatly improve your results.

Be patient
Chiropractic care isn’t a quick fix. Your body needs time to heal and adapt, so trust the process.

Keep an open mind
Chiropractic care takes a holistic approach, focusing on the whole body rather than just one symptom. Your chiropractor may suggest treatments or lifestyle changes you haven’t tried before, so staying open minded can make a big difference.

Stay active
Regular movement supports overall health. Talk to your chiropractor about safe, effective exercises that suit your individual needs.

Maintain good posture
Sitting and standing with good posture helps support a healthy spine and prevents unnecessary strain. Avoid slouching and hunching over.

09/01/2026

⭐️Fun Fact Friday ⭐️

Bone is approximately five times stronger than a steel bar of the same width! Despite being incredibly lightweight, human bone is engineered to withstand high levels of stress, absorb impact, and continuously remodel itself in response to activity, aging, and healing needs. This combination of strength, flexibility, and self-repair is why bone remains one of the most remarkable tissues in the human body.

08/01/2026

At Chard Chiropractic Clinic, we know health is about more than just movement—it’s about taking care of your whole body. Dry January, Alcohol Change UK’s month-long alcohol-free challenge, is a simple way to give your body a reset and support your overall wellbeing.

Explore tips and resources to help you take part: https://alcoholchange.org.uk/get-involved/campaigns/dry-january-in-your-community?

The Dry January® challenge supports people across the country to change their relationship with alcohol through stopping drinking for one month using Alcohol Change UK's tools and resources. You can use Dry January® resources to encourage people in your community to become healthier and happier.

06/01/2026

A new year is the perfect time to prioritize your wellbeing, and small daily habits can make a big difference! Here are 5 simple ways to care for your body and mind as we step into 2026:
✨ Maintain a Healthy and Balanced Diet – Fuel your body with the nutrients it needs to feel strong and energized.
✨Be kind to yourself – Listen to your body, celebrate small wins, and give yourself grace.
✨Phone Free time – Take a break from screens to reduce stress and reconnect with the world around you.
✨Daily stretching – Start each day with a 5-minute stretching routine
✨Hydrate before your coffee – Start your morning with water to wake up your body properly before reaching for caffeine.
💡 Ready to make 2026 your healthiest year yet? Come see us for tips on keeping your body in top shape all year long!

24/12/2025

We would like to say a huge thank you to our amazing Chard Chiropractic staff and our wonderful patients. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year 💙🎄

22/12/2025

Becky has been back competing (luckily indoors!) and improved on her last outing with 2nd place 🥈