Dr Pedro Pronto - Quiroprático/Chiropractor

25/04/2026

Ever wondered when is the perfect time to take vitamins and minerals ?

24/04/2026

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24/04/2026

🔴Feeling like your back is "wearing" away?🔴

If you’ve ever seen a doctor for back pain, you might have heard of the Pfirrmann Scale. It sounds fancy, but it’s basically just a 1-to-5 grading system for how much your spinal discs have aged or worn down.

Think of your spinal discs like jelly donuts: they should be plump, hydrated, and bouncy. As we age, they can lose their "filling" and flatten out.

Here is the simple breakdown of Grades 1 through 5:

🟢 Grade 1: The New Disc
Your disc is perfect! It’s full of water, nice and tall, and doing a great job cushioning your spine. No wear and tear here.

🟡 Grade 2: The "Normal" Adult
This is what most healthy adults look like. There might be a tiny bit of streaking or white lines inside the disc on an MRI, but the height is normal and the "jelly" is still well-hydrated.

🟠 Grade 3: The Slow Leak
Now we’re seeing some real age. The disc is starting to look a bit gray on the scan (losing water) and the boundary between the inner jelly and the outer ring is getting blurry. It’s a little thinner than it used to be.

🔴 Grade 4: The Flat Tire
The disc is significantly dehydrated and dark on the MRI. It’s noticeably flatter, which can start to pinch nearby nerves. This is where most people really start to feel the "ouch."

⚫ Grade 5: Bone-on-Bone
The disc is essentially gone. It’s collapsed, and the vertebrae (bones) are starting to rub or press against each other. This is the advanced stage of Degenerative Disc Disease.

💡 The Good News?
Your Grade is not your destiny! Plenty of people have Grade 3 or 4 discs and live totally pain-free lives.

Movement, Chiropractic and keeping your core strong are your best options for a healthy back.

23/04/2026

🔴Always looking for effective Core Stabilizing Exercises?🔴

Let me introduce you to the McGill's Big Three

The McGill Big 3 are three core-stabilizing exercises developed by Dr. Stuart McGill to build back resilience, strengthen the abdominal muscles, and reduce low back pain. The exercises are the modified curl-up, side plank, and bird dog, which together target the core without placing high compressive loads on the spine.

The Exercises:

Modified Curl-Up: Lie on your back with one knee bent and one leg straight. Place hands under the lower back (lumbar spine) to maintain a neutral curve. Lift head and shoulders slightly off the ground (do not sit up) and hold for 10 seconds.

Side Plank (Side Bridge): Lie on your side, lifting your body using either your knees (easier) or feet (harder) for support. Keep the spine neutral and hold for 10 seconds.

Bird Dog: Start on hands and knees. Extend one arm forward while pushing the opposite leg back, keeping the spine stiff and neutral. Hold for 10 seconds while breathing.

Key Principles:
Neutral Spine: Maintaining a stiff, straight spine is crucial.
Bracing: Tighten the abdominal wall to support the spine (like preparing for a punch).
Breathing: Perform with controlled abdominal breathing.

Repetitions: It is often recommended to use a descending pyramid (6 reps of 10s, 4 reps, 2 reps) rather than a high number of repetitions

23/04/2026

🔴Thinking About Back Surgery?🔴

We hear it all the time: "I have a herniated disc, so I probably need surgery."

Here’s the truth:

Your body is a healing machine. A disc herniation isn't necessarily a permanent problem requiring surgery, it’s a sign that your system is under stress, and things need to change.

💡 The Facts You Need to Know:

90% Recovery Rate - yes a 90% chance that you do not need surgery.

Research shows that the vast majority of herniated discs resolve on their own through conservative care (like Chiropractic, PT, and movement) within a few months.

Your immune system actually works to "reabsorb" the herniated material, pair it with conservative therapy and movement and you'll have a very good chance of a full recovery.

Be patient.

Surgery is a Last Resort

Patients experiencing loss of bowel/bladder control or progressive muscle wasting may require a referral. These symptoms only happen in a small percentage of patients.

And also remember:

You should NOT be defined by the MRI scan findings.

Did you know many people with zero pain have herniated discs on their MRIs? A scan is just a snapshot—it doesn't define your potential for recovery!

Treatment with a Chiropractor

✅ Helps the brain rewire and focus itself on healing.(Neuroplasticity)
✅ Improves mobility, reduces muscle spasticity helping your spine heal.

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23/04/2026

Back pain keeping you from doing the things you enjoy?

Try Chiropractic treatment.

22/04/2026

21/04/2026

Your hips play a vital role in how your body moves every day.

They help support balance, stability, and efficient movement when you walk, sit, bend, or exercise. When the hips are not functioning well, it can place additional strain on the lower back, knees, and surrounding muscles.

Healthy hip mobility and strength are important for maintaining overall neuromusculoskeletal health.

Take a look at our infographic to learn why your hips matter and how they support movement and spinal health.

If you’re experiencing hip or lower back discomfort, consider consulting a CASA-registered chiropractor for an assessment.

21/04/2026

FICS is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Catherine Quinn as incoming Chief Operations Officer, effective 1 June 2026.

Catherine is an experienced healthcare leader and chiropractor, with a strong background in board governance, strategy, and clinical practice. A Past President of the British Chiropractic Association, she has played a key role in advancing the profession and strengthening its position within modern healthcare, both in the UK and internationally.

Her leadership and global experience will be instrumental in supporting FICS’s mission and the continued growth and recognition of Sports Chiropractic worldwide.

19/04/2026

We are not, I repeat NOT clicking bones back into place.

15/04/2026

Osteoporosis isn’t caused by just one thing.

Age, family history, certain medicines , medical conditions and lifestyle factors can all play a role in bone strength and your risk of broken bones.

Find out more about the causes and risk factors 👇
https://theros.org.uk/information-and-support/osteoporosis/causes/

13/04/2026