Shaw Chiropractic Clinic

17/04/2026

Over the last couple of weeks our main focus has been around how your nervous system interacts with the environment around you, primarily through play.

For our young families at the clinic there are 4 main reasons as to why unstructured play is important for your child:

1. To develop intrinsic interests and competency
2. To learn how to problem solve and follow social rules
3. Improve emotional regulation
4. To experience friendship & joy

Even as adults we should build in unstructured play time around a constructive hobby or exploring new environment's. Newness and challenge = adaptation.

Source:https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ985541.pdf

15/04/2026

Enjoy a 22 live piece Jazz Band this Friday at 7.30pm.

More information can be found on our community board in the clinic.

13/04/2026

Max has published his second research paper from Shaw Chiropractic Clinic!

Chiropractic is a safe, non-therapeutic natural approach to healthcare. Our aim is to help inform you about options for your health that do not involve surgery, medications or costly interventions.

This paper highlights the importance of Chiropractic Care even very challenging symptomatic case. Who do you know who may benefit from seeing a chiropractor?

Click the link to read the paper in full - https://www.apcj.net/site_files/4725/upload_files/BentoTraumaticCord%20Compression.pdf?dl=1

09/04/2026

Ever tried something new and felt completely out of your depth at first? 👀

Here’s Callum coaching his mum through making pasta for the very first time — a perfect example of how our nervous system responds to challenge.

When we learn a new skill, our brain quite literally starts wiring new connections. This process, known as neuroplasticity, allows us to adapt, improve, and grow. At first, it can feel awkward and unfamiliar… but with repetition, those neural pathways become stronger and more efficient.

Over time, what once felt difficult becomes second nature — almost like you could do it blindfolded.

Your body is always adapting. The question is: what are you training it to get better at?

07/04/2026

From all of us at Shaw Chiropractic Clinic we hope you had a restful Easter break and we look forward to welcoming you back to the clinic today.

05/04/2026

Wishing you a joyful Easter 🐣

03/04/2026

01/04/2026

Sunlight, fresh air, and a change of scenery 🌿

Spending time outdoors isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s powerful for your nervous system.

In a world of constant stimulation, noise, and screens, your body is often stuck in a heightened, stressed state. Getting outside helps shift things the other way… supporting regulation, recovery, and a calmer internal environment.

Whether it’s a walk, time in nature, or just a few quiet minutes in the garden, these simple moments give your nervous system the space it needs to reset and adapt.

At Shaw Chiropractic Clinic, we focus on how your nervous system interacts with your environment—because true health isn’t just about what’s happening inside your body, but how you respond to the world around you.

30/03/2026

The team at Shaw Chiropractic Clinic love to stay active 💪

Can you spot Callum in the boat? 🚣‍♂️

Rowing is not only a brilliant full-body workout, but it’s also something the Royal College of Chiropractors often recommends for people with back pain—helping to build strength, improve posture, and support spinal health when done well.

Your nervous system thrives on movement and challenge. It needs regular input and the right level of intensity to adapt, regulate, and become more resilient. Too little, and it stagnates… too much, and it can become overwhelmed.

Research indexed on PubMed highlights how physical activity supports heart rate variability (HRV)—a key marker of how well your nervous system regulates stress and recovery. Better regulation = better adaptability.

Grant CC, Viljoen M, Janse van Rensburg DC, Wood PS. Heart rate variability assessment of the effect of physical training on autonomic cardiac control. Ann Noninvasive Electrocardiol. 2012 Jul;17(3):219-29. doi: 10.1111/j.1542-474X.2012.00511.x. PMID: 22816541; PMCID: PMC6932098.

27/03/2026

Callum always wonders why he can never get hold of his Grandad, and over the weekend came across his horde of old, but prized technology. Besides the simplicity of this device, what can we learn from it?

Research is showing that modern devices and social media doesn’t just capture our attention—it actually taps into the brain’s reward systems in ways similar to addictive behaviours.

Prolonged use is linked to brain activity patterns (Beta and Gamma waves) that may disrupt focus and emotional balance. At the same time, slower recovery in calming brain activity (Alpha waves) and increases in deeper wave patterns (Delta) raise concerns around digital fatigue and overall mental wellbeing.

In simple terms: the more we’re “switched on,” the harder it can be for our brains to properly switch off.

These findings highlight the growing importance of how digital platforms are designed - should we be using simpler technologies to help us disconnect?

23/03/2026

The serpentine rock at Kynance Cove tells a powerful story 🌊

Over time, relentless natural forces have shaped it—once rough and jagged, now smooth and refined through constant pressure and change.

Our bodies experience similar forces every single day. Gravity, movement, stress, even sunlight… they all leave their mark. And just like the rock, our bodies must continually adapt.

The key is how well we adapt.

Chiropractic care supports your body’s ability to respond, stay balanced, and function at its best through keeping your nervous system free of interference.

Your wellness isn’t about avoiding stress… it’s about adapting to it.