Approximately 25% of our patients come to us with a specific complaint of lower back pain running down the leg. Often referred to as SCIATICA, the discomfort can be described as a deep dull ache or a sharp and burning pain. The pain may be continuous from the back of the thigh all the way to the foot. It is not uncommon for patients to also complain of pins and needles or numbness in their limbs especially when sitting or driving. There are two main causes of sciatica; the nerve may be trapped under or within the piriformis muscle, a… Read More →
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Do you have tingling, numbness or pain in the hand, fingers and wrist? The Carpal Tunnel is in your wrist. Your carpal (wrist) bones form a tunnel-like structure—the carpal tunnel—through which pass nine tendons and one nerve— the median nerve. CTS occurs when the median nerve is irritated. If the carpal (wrist) bones are moved out of their normal position they will compress the Carpal Tunnel where the median nerve and artery run through. If this is the case, a chiropractor can adjust the wrist bone back to its normal position and relieve the pressure on the nerve. If the… Read More →
Do You Have a Splitting Headache?
If you have a headache, you’re not alone. Nine out of ten people suffer from headaches. Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea. New research shows that spinal manipulation – the primary form of care provided by doctors of chiropractic – may be an effective treatment option for tension headaches and headaches that originate in the neck. Chiropractic gives relief to many headache sufferers, not only in our practice but also in several studies. One study found that the majority of people who suffered from spinal misalignments had their headaches… Read More →
How do you want to age?
Have you ever noticed other people starting to stoop and have a very rounded posture. This is more common with increasing age, although it is being seen in much younger people. This is due to the prolonged sitting that is involved in many modern lifestyles. This can affect mobility and therefore longevity. The good news is that it is preventable. Find out more information on how chiropractic can help and other lifestyle tips in the article below. Posture, Chiropractic and Spinal Health What will your last 10 years look like? Will you be quick enough to play with your… Read More →
Chiropractic-Helping People With Arthritis
Arthritis is a painful and debilitating condition and can have a significant impact on the quality of life of individuals suffering from this disease. On 12th October 2014, World Arthritis Day the United Chiropractic Association is highlighting the benefits Chiropractic care can have for those suffering from this condition. A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine(i) reported that 63% of patients who visited a rheumatologist for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia conditions also sought some form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Of these individuals 31% (almost half) chose Chiropractic care, making Chiropractic the most popular alternative… Read More →
Disc Problems?
Between the vertebrae of your spine are 23 discs, which act as a spacer and shock absorber. These discs have soft, gel-like centres surrounded by layers of fibrous tissues. Sometimes, due to an injury or just ageing, the material in the middle of a disc pushes to one side or even ruptures. Many people will have heard the term ‘slipped disc’ but this is a rather inaccurate name, as discs actually cannot slip. They can wear, bulge or herniate. Where it occurs: Bulging or herniated discs can appear in the Neck (Cervical Spine), Low Back (Lumbar Spine) and middle and… Read More →
Welcome to Cloverfield Chiropractic Care
We are very pleased to present the launch of our new website for Cloverfield Chiropractic Care. This blog will have a similar theme to our Carrick Chiropractic blog, which has been running for a number of years now. It will include news about Chiropractic and spinal health, nutrition and lifestyle information as well as updates from the clinic. We hope you find the content both enjoyable and informative. If you have any topics that you would like to see covered, they can be sent to info@cloverfieldchiropractic.co.uk.
