Your Spinal Health

15/07/2025

🌞 Hot Weather Tip You Might Be Missing 🌞

Drinking plenty of water in the heat? Great! 💧
But if you’re sweating a lot, your salt balance might still be off—leaving you tired, dizzy, or just not feeling right.

🧂 When we sweat, we don’t just lose water—we lose salt (sodium). British soldiers in jungles take salt tablets daily to prevent collapse—even when drinking loads of water. It’s that important.

✅ Try these simple tips:
• Add a pinch of sea salt to your water after sweating
• Snack on something naturally salty (olives, cheese, nuts)
• Use an electrolyte powder with no added sugar

⚠️ If you have high blood pressure, kidney, or heart issues, check with your doctor before changing your salt intake.

Stay hydrated AND balanced for better energy, clearer thinking, and happier muscles 💪

10/07/2025

Useful meeting for business people with adult ADHD on 24th July

Join us for a new ADHD-friendly networking and connection event.

08/07/2025

🧠🫀 Did you know high blood sugar can quietly speed up ageing—even if you don't have diabetes?

I've just published a new article on Substack exploring how chronically high glucose affects your brain, heart, and lifespan—and what simple, science-backed steps you can take to reverse the damage (with compassion, not perfection 💙).

Read the full article here: https://open.substack.com/pub/thelongevityletter/p/chronic-high-blood-sugar-how-it-accelerates?r=5kffcp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

If you're aiming for a longer, healthier life, this one’s for you.

19/06/2025

🌟 Tried everything for your back pain—but still suffering? 🌟

You’re not alone… and you’re not broken.

At Your Spinal Health, we do things differently. No cracking, no guesswork, no one-size-fits-all plans.

Just clear answers. Gentle, expert care. And a proven step-by-step system to help you feel better, move better, and stay better—naturally.

✅ Perfect if you've had pain for 6+ weeks
✅ Ideal if you want to avoid drugs or surgery
✅ Based in Penrith and trusted by hundreds of locals

🔍 Discover the Your Spinal Health Blueprint™
Click here to see how it works 👉 https://www.yourspinalhealth.com/YourSpinalHealth-Blueprint

📍 Ready to finally take the first step? Let’s get you back to doing what you love.

12/06/2025

A Virus That Lets You Have Babies—and What It Teaches Us About Aging

Here’s something wild: your ability to be born at all depends on a retrovirus that became part of human DNA millions of years ago. Without it, we couldn’t form a placenta—and mammals as we know them wouldn’t exist.

What’s even more fascinating is what this tells us about how adaptable our biology really is.

Our bodies are constantly evolving, repairing, and repurposing. Understanding these hidden mechanisms—like viral genes that turned into vital functions—can help us reframe how we think about aging, degeneration, and even healing.

I wrote about this strange and hopeful story here:
👉 https://open.substack.com/pub/thelongevityletter/p/the-virus-that-lets-you-have-babies?r=5kffcp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

Biology isn’t just about decline. It’s about reinvention. And that’s good news for all of us who care about staying healthy as we age.

04/06/2025

Struggling with sciatica? Or know someone who is?

That shooting pain down the leg… the numbness… the weird pins and needles. Sciatica can make everyday life a real challenge.

At Your Spinal Health here in Cumbria, I take a different approach:
👉 No cracking
👉 No pressure
👉 Just gentle, hands-on care to help your body heal naturally

I’ve written a short blog post explaining how I treat sciatica and why I focus on posture and long-term recovery—not just chasing symptoms.

If someone you care about is stuck with sciatica pain, please send them this link – it might be exactly what they need to read today:

📖 https://www.yourspinalhealth.com/blog/sciatica-treatment-cumbria

📍Local, friendly help right here in Cumbria

Let’s get more life back into your movement!

19/05/2025

💬 "It’s just anxiety."
Have you ever heard that from a GP… and felt it didn’t quite fit?

You’re in pain, exhausted, or dealing with strange symptoms—but your tests are “normal.” So the explanation becomes anxiety.

Yes, anxiety is real. But what if your body is trying to tell you something deeper?

I've just written a new article on this—about how symptoms can be messengers, not malfunctions, and why quick labels (and quick pills) might block the message your body is trying to send.

🧠💥 Read it here: 👉 https://open.substack.com/pub/thelongevityletter/p/its-just-anxiety-or-is-it?r=5kffcp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

If you’ve ever felt dismissed or stuck in a loop of symptoms and stress, this might help you see things in a new light.

Let me know what you think 👇

23/04/2025

🌞 Been feeling better with this sunshine?

It’s not just the Vitamin D.
Warmer weather helps your muscles loosen up, your joints move easier—and without realising it, you stand taller.

Better posture = better breathing = better mood.

Try this even if the sun’s hiding: 🧍‍♂️ Stand tall.
🎈 Imagine a string lifting the crown of your head.
🌬️ Take 3 deep breaths.

Instant upgrade to how you feel.

Got questions about posture or stiffness?
Drop me a message—I’m happy to help.

22/04/2025

🌟 Struggling with Chronic Back Pain in Cumbria? 🌟

Chronic back pain doesn’t have to control your life.
If you’re tired of just "putting up with it," discover natural, gentle help that supports your body’s healing. 🧘‍♂️

Find out how we can help you move better, feel stronger, and enjoy life again 👉 Read the full blog post here https://www.beatbackpain.co.uk/post/chronic-back-pain-help-in-cumbria-your-natural-path-to-relief

Looking for chronic back pain help in Cumbria? Discover natural, expert-led solutions to move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free.

14/04/2025

🪑 “Sitting is the new smoking,” they say… and they’re not far wrong.

Too much sitting doesn’t just make your back ache—
It slows your circulation, tightens your muscles, and stresses your spine.

But here’s the good news:
You don’t need to overhaul your whole day.
Just stand up and stretch every 30 minutes.
10 seconds. That’s all.
Your spine will thank you.

Got questions about posture or back stiffness?
Drop me a message—happy to help.

22/01/2025

🤝 Can I Help Someone You Care About? Let’s Find Out – No Strings Attached!

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of helping many of you feel better, move better, and live better. But here’s the thing—there are so many people out there who don’t realise that chiropractic care could be the answer to their aches, pains, and stiffness.

And the truth is, I don’t know if I can help them until we talk.

That’s why I’m offering a simple, no-obligation chat – by phone or email.

People often hesitate to reach out because they think:
❌ "I don’t want to waste their time." – Trust me, it’s never a waste of time to see if I can help.
❌ "My problem isn’t serious enough." – Small niggles can turn into big issues, and it’s always better to catch them early.
❌ "I’m not ready to commit." – That’s okay! A quick chat can give them clarity without any pressure.

If you know someone who's been struggling with pain, stiffness, or just not feeling their best, please share this with them. They can reach out to me directly via email or phone for a friendly, no-pressure chat.

👉 Drop me a message at info@yourspinalhealth.com or call 01768 899 036.
I’m here to help – sometimes all it takes is a quick conversation to point them in the right direction.

Thanks for spreading the word and helping your friends and family feel their best! 🙌

21/12/2024

22/08/2024

🌊 The Eternal Tide: Are We Just Replaying the Past? 🌊

History repeats itself, and so do we. Dive into my latest reflection on how everything changes, yet nothing really does. Are we learning from the past, or just living on repeat?

👉 https://open.substack.com/pub/growyounger/p/everything-changes-but-everything?r=1nbgte&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

In a world of perpetual change, why do we feel like nothing ever truly changes?

18/03/2024

🌟 Living with Parkinson's: Sharing Resources and Support 🌟

As someone whose father and uncle bravely faced Parkinson's disease, I've seen first hand the challenges it brings. While I'm a chiropractor, not a Parkinson's expert, I believe in sharing knowledge that can help others. Here are some UK-based resources that might be useful for anyone recently diagnosed or living with Parkinson's:

1. Parkinson's UK - An invaluable resource for information about the disease, treatments, and living with Parkinson's. Parkinson's UK https://www.parkinsons.org.uk

2. Exercise Guidance - Staying active is key. Check out specific exercise recommendations on the Parkinson's UK website. Parkinson's UK Exercise Advice https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/exercise

3. Healthy Eating - Managing symptoms can be easier with a balanced diet. The NHS provides excellent advice. NHS Eat Well Guide https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/

4. Mental Health Support - It's just as important to look after your mental health. Mind offers great support. Mind - For Better Mental Health https://www.mind.org.uk

5. Finding Community - Connect with others through Parkinson's UK's local support groups. Parkinson's UK Local Support https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/your-local-support-group

6. Complementary Therapies - Explore options like chiropractic care or yoga, always consulting with your healthcare provider first.

7. Stay Updated - Keep informed with the latest research and news from the European Parkinson’s Disease Association. European Parkinson’s Disease Association https://www.epda.eu.com

Remember, these resources are here to complement the guidance of your healthcare team. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or need support.

Together, we can navigate this journey.

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Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a less well-known illness of the nervous system which is sometimes misdiagnosed as Parkinson’s, stroke, Alzheimer’s or Motor Neurone Disease.