Vale Royal Chiropractic Clinic

25/02/2026

23/02/2026

I often observe patients breathing with shallow rapid breaths during their chiropractic examination.
Long term shallow breathing can create muscle tension leading to headaches and neck pain.
Of course the reverse is also true, muscle tension, headaches and neck pain can lead to shallow breathing due to the decreased functional mobility of the upper back and ribs.

Try out the following breathing exercise

1. Sit or lie in a comfortable place. Close your eyes.
2. Place one hand on your chest and one hand on your abdomen. The bottom hand should do the moving. The top hand should remain still or only move as the bottom hand moves.
3. Inhale through your nose for about 4 seconds, feeling your abdomen expand (you may feel slight tension the first few times you inhale).
4. Hold your breath for 2 seconds.
5. Exhale very slowly and steadily through your mouth for about 6 seconds. The mouth should be relaxed.
6. Repeat for 5 - 15 minutes.

When first learning diaphragmatic breathing, it is common to feel some uneasiness or lightheaded. Quicken your breath if you feel lightheaded. After a session of diaphragmatic breathing, allow yourself time to adjust to your surroundings - do not stand up to quickly.

Diaphragmatic breathing is an excellent tool for relaxation but it is a skill that requires practice. With practice it becomes easier over time and eventually can be done with eyes open, while sitting or even walking or driving

14/07/2025

Had a lovely evening last Tuesday at the Manchester Regional Event marking 100 years of the British Chiropractic Association.

07/10/2024

As an avid walker, one of my favourite quotes is "walking is man's best medicine" by Hippocrates.

Walking 30 minutes every day can increase cardiovascular fitness, strengthen bones, reduce excess body fat and improve muscle power and endurance. It can also reduce your risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and osteoporosis.

As we come into the autumn and winter months the cold, wet weather can put some of us off from venturing outside and of course, not everybody is able to or enjoys walking.

We don't have to get outside to move.
We can walk, cycle, jog or row on the spot, exercise in our living rooms, we can move our bodies standing, sitting or lying down.

The Key is to move our joints and muscles regularly throughout the day.

Remember movement is key!

19/02/2024

Our next Health & Well-being workshop will be held on Saturday 24th February 11am to 1pm.
Join us for an interactive workshop with simple practical tips & tools to take away for relaxation, mental & physical well-being.
Cost is £10, to book your place please call us on 01606 350840 or email valeroyalc@gmail.com ☀️.

08/01/2024

Our next Health & Well-being workshop will be held on Saturday 20th January 11am to 1pm.
Join us for an interactive workshop with simple practical tips & tools to take away for relaxation, mental & physical well-being.
Cost is £10, to book your place please call us on 01606 350840 ☀️.

13/12/2023

Festive opening times 2023.
The clinic will be open as usual until 22nd December & open between Christmas & New Year on the 27th & 29th December.

We wish you all the very best for Christmas and the New Year.

Our next Health & Wellbeing Workshop will be on Saturday 20th January 2024, 11am to 1pm at Winnington Hall - just £10, all are welcome.

29/08/2023

Our latest Health & Wellbeing workshop, 16th September, 11am to 1pm at Winnington Hall, call 01606 350840 to book your place. All welcome.

22/08/2023

Upcoming Health & Wellbeing Workshop

Saturday 16th September 11am - 1pm at Winnington Hall.
More information to follow ...........

16/07/2020

We are happy to announce the clinic is now reopen.
Rest assured we are following government guidelines to keep you safe.
If you would like to book an appointment please call the clinic on 01606 350840 or book on-line.

We look forward seeing you 😊