Frozen shoulder is a condition that an estimated one in twenty of us here in the UK will suffer from at some time in our lives. However, the term 'frozen shoulder' is often incorrectly applied to a number of other conditions that cause shoulder pain, including those arising as a result of referred pain from the neck or back. What Causes Frozen Shoulder? Winchester Chiropractor, Max Atkinson explains that 'true' frozen shoulder is Adhesive Capsulitis, a condition that develops over several … [Read more...] about Frozen Shoulder
Exercises for Low Back Pain
Although it may seem counter-intuitive to want to exercise when you are in pain, current research suggests that physical activity is great for low back pain. In a lot of cases, it has actually been shown to be better than bed rest! However, not all exercises are created equal and it is important that you know which exercises are beneficial and which ones may be potentially harmful. Are you one of the vast numbers of people suffering from low back pain? Has it begun to interfere with your … [Read more...] about Exercises for Low Back Pain
10 Top Tips to Relieve Stress
Everyone experiences stress but, as Winchester Chiropractor, Max Atkinson points out, chronic (long-term) stress can definitely put your health at risk. Although stress is unavoidable in life experiences such as moving house, distressing situations such as the death of someone close, or when feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of work, exams or simply making ends meet, there are some positive things we can do to relieve stress, simply and naturally. Don't risk long term health problems, … [Read more...] about 10 Top Tips to Relieve Stress
Top Tips for Keeping Fit During Winter
When the temperature plummets and the days are grey and gloomy, it's all too easy to curl up in front of the fire and forget about keeping fit until spring arrives. However, if you want to avoid aches and pains, loss of fitness and weight gain from abandoning your normal routine, don't go into hibernation! Winchester Chiropractor, Max Atkinson advises that to get the maximum benefit from exercise, you should keep going, all year round and has some helpful tips on exercising during the winter … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Keeping Fit During Winter
Self Help Tips for Preventing Neck Pain
Neck pain is one of the most common causes for a visit to the Bradford House Practice of Winchester Chiropractor, Max Atkinson. Many people have muscle and soft tissue problems causing pain in the neck, while others have mechanical pain caused by a problem with the spinal joints. Either can cause an acute attack of neck pain or result in chronic pain that is either persistent, or comes and goes. Neck pain can be a worry as degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis give rise to concerns … [Read more...] about Self Help Tips for Preventing Neck Pain
Top Tips for New Mums
Winchester Chiropractor Max Atkinson has some useful tips for new Mums on preventing back pain when caring for their new baby. He says that Mums-to-be are all too aware of the stresses and strains placed on their bodies during pregnancy but may not have considered how to protect themselves from potential injury when lifting or carrying their little one once he or she has arrived in the world. A recent survey showed that 83% of Mums who suffered from back pain believed this was caused (or made … [Read more...] about Top Tips for New Mums
