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This year Cliffs is ‘Pushing for Babies’ announces Arif Soomro from Cliffs Chiropractor Southend

Posted on 4th February 20152nd March 2020

craniopathy at cliffs chiropractor southend Many of you have been surprised by the number of pregnant ladies, babies and young children that attend the clinic. I wish to share with you one of my greatest passions and why from this year we are “pushing for (more) babies” to avoid birth trauma.

Every month I see young babies and mothers who have suffered the effects of a difficult birth and problematic pregnancy. In many cases I hear emotional stories of assisted birth, breech presentations and tremendously painful deliveries, often ending with emergency c-sections and traumatised babies. The parents and child can be exhausted. All are desperate for help, having already tried ‘conventional ‘ approaches.

We need your help to spread the message that we can help. PLEASE share this with as many as you can. If you have ever had a sick child how grateful would you have been for someone to advise you on what best to do? Be the ‘someone’.

For many, one of the most memorable, emotional and potentially traumatic moments in life is birth. We rely at these times upon the knowledge experience and expertise of midwives, doctors and health visitors.

I admire the skills of midwives and the medical birth team. However having spoken and treated these professionals over the years it is clearly apparent the ‘mechanics of labour’ are giving way to an over medicalisation with c-sections and ‘assisted’ deliveries becoming the norm.

If we are to change this then we need to be share our knowledge with midwives and obstetricians and be recognised as experts in our field. To be heard we need a voice, the voice of experience, the first-hand experience of the parents, grandparents and babies who we have helped. So we will share case histories of families continuing this month with Jack’s story.

This year I have already started to approach midwives and hospitals in Essex to advise them on how understanding and applying my approach to the birth process can result in reduced labour pain and medical intervention. I also wish them to have the ability to know when to refer to us for treatment at an early stage.

The six most common reasons babies attend are:

Colic.
Persistant crying/ needs always to be held
Poor feeding/latching on.
Reflux.
Poor sleep.
Irregular bowel motions, i.e. less than daily.

By gently using my hands and fingers to correct distortions and compressions to a baby’s cranium, spine and pelvis it is possible to alter the shape of the head, normalise neural function and restore a child to a peaceful, happy and healthy state. It is incredibly rewarding and improvements can be noticed in just a few days. Above all these are very safe procedures and highly preferable to medication. Jack was just such a case

So far in 2015 we have seen our highest concentration of new patients who are babies. Our vision is becoming a reality!

PLEASE share this with as many as you can.

Arif is a Fellow of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association and Member of the Royal College of Chiropractic Paediatric Faculty.

Meet the newest member of our team at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend – Letitia Crawley aka Tish

Posted on 4th February 20152nd March 2020

new team member at cliffs chiropractor southend We are delighted to announce Letitia Crawley, ‘Tish’, as an additional member of the Cliffs Team. A fully qualified member of the Society of Sports Therapists with an Honours degree in the subject from Chichester University, Tish is an accomplished lady footballer with Chelmsford City.

Tish will be caring for Kelly’s patients once she goes on Maternity leave in March.
“I have always had a keen interest in the health and welfare of others which is why I pursued a career path in Sports Therapy, having gained experience working with Braintree Rugby Club, football teams and even Ultimate Frisbee! My skills allow me to provide tailored injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes plus rehabilitative massage.”

Tish shares the Cliffs philosophy that it is vital to maintain functional and lead an active lifestyle to maintain good health.” I see it as my duty to ensure patients have the best chance of achieving this through protocols such as remedial massage, mobility exercise and postural correction. ” I am really excited to join a clinic which has a clear vision for high standards of care and service.”

Our Southend Chiropractor specialises in Craniopathy

Posted on 2nd February 20152nd March 2020

As a team of leading chiropractors in Southend we often treat a large variety of people with differing problems. We pride ourselves in providing excellent customer service alongside an expert delivery in our area. We aim to look at your problem, find a solution and lead you on your way to healing it.

One of our chiropractors Arif, has developed as a specialist in the chiropractic treatment of pregnant ladies and children since 1999 when he attended a series of seminars by the lauded Carol Phillips, a famous pre- natal chiropractor, Sacro-Occipital Therapist and Doula and one of the world’s best teachers of the Webster Technique. He went on to complete the course to become a Fellow of the International Chiropractic Paediatric Association , which then lead to him becoming a member of the Royal College of Chiropractors Paediatric Faculty.

Over the years he has continued to develop his knowledge, learning from the best in the fields, especially in advanced Craniopathy for babies, children and adults.

Arif believes in the humanistic approach to pregnancy and birth. The human body has it’s own innate wisdom and the female process of pregnancy and birth are generally healthy and safe. A birth team should create a loving, relaxed, nurturing environment for the birth; this power will help to deliver your baby without fear, feeling in control. To reduce the risk of birth trauma and problems such as crying babies we need to take responsibility for the outcome of birth.

Chiropractic treatment of the pregnant mum, babies and children is centered on a holistic approach, thoroughly examining the spine, pelvis, cranium as well as the muscular and nervous systems.

If you would like to know more about Craniopathy or book an appointment, you can contact us at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend on 01702 430430.

Top diet reviews 2015. Cliffs Chiropractor Southend shares the results from the BDA

Posted on 30th January 20152nd March 2020

You may have started a diet as part of your New Year resolutions or considering a diet option but with so many options available how do you decide which one is right for you?The good news is that the British Dietetic Association (BDA) has reviewed some of the most popular diets and come up with its verdict and pros and cons of each.

The list includes:

5:2 diet
Dukan diet
Paleo diet
Atkins diet
Alkaline diet
Cambridge diet
South Beach diet
Slimming World diet
Slim-Fast diet
LighterLife diet
WeightWatchers diet
Rosemary Conley diet
Jenny Craig diet

You can read the BDA’s review of all of these diets here.

Unfortunately, for many people maintaining the diet over a period of time becomes too challenging and they find that their weight ‘yo-yos’. Often the diet is a quick fix and not sustainable or may not even be healthy in the long term.

With so much concern over the populations increasing weight and its impact on peoples’ general health (including low back pain) and consequently the pressure these health issues put and will put on the NHS, the NHS has developed a 12 week weight loss plan.

As a leading Chiropractor Southend, striving to get people to lead strong and healthy lives; we believe that a healthy diet is paramount to supporting this.

Here are 3 simple things you can do starting today to help lose weight:

Plan your ‘healthy’ meals for the week ahead and only buy whatever is necessary to make the meals on your plan.
Get rid of all ‘junk’ food from you cupboards and don’t replenish.
If you tend to over eat use smaller plates and bowls to eat from,

If you’ve tried various diets we’d love to hear your results and why not give our 3 simple tips a go starting now.

If you are suffering from pain or if you have any other concerns please get in touch with us as we offer a lot of help and advice to get you back up and running as soon as possible. You can contact us at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend on 01702 430430.

5 ways to stay healthy this winter. Cliffs Chiropractor Southend offers these tips.

Posted on 28th January 20152nd March 2020

So far our winter has been very mild and because of this mild weather the plants are acting accordingly, with people spotting daffodils, primroses and snowdrops already starting to bud.

Even though we are having warmer weather this winter, there are still lots of bugs around which can cause illness. As a leading Chiropractor Southend, we would like to share these tips on beating those bugs:

1.Get a good night’s sleep

A good night’s sleep is vital to your health and wellbeing. Six to nine hours is the recommended time for sleep and many of us are getting much less. Make sure your sleeping environment is set up to help you get a good night’s sleep. This includes making sure your mattress is right for you

2.Drink more milk

A healthy immune system during the winter months is vital and milk and dairy products like cheese and yoghurt provide a great source of protein and vitamins A and B12. The downside is their fat content so use semi-skimmed, or low fat versions

3.Embrace your 5 a day

Include five portions of fruit and vegetables into your daily diet. Have fruit at hand to snack on when you get those sugar cravings. A simple way to get your daily intake is to make soups full of winter vegetables such as carrots, parsnips and swede

4.Take regular exercise

The benefits of taking regular exercise can’t be stressed enough, from controlling your weight to boosting both your immune system and your energy level. Why not get the whole family involved and find a new activity you can all do

5.Eat lots of porridge

Porridge is a fantastic way to start your day. It will boost your energy and keep you feeling full for longer. Don’t succumb to adding sugar though, add fruit or some dried fruit instead and make it with water or if you have to use milk make it semi skimmed or skimmed

Hitting the gym? Take care of your back – Tips to keep safe from Cliffs Chiropractor Southend

Posted on 23rd January 20152nd March 2020

Here at our Chiropractor Southend we are big supporters in keeping fit and healthy. Taking part in exercise is important but it is just as important to do so in a safe way.

Exercise adds pressure to our joints and muscles and if it’s not done properly it can cause issues to your back and neck.

If you’re heading to the gym then here is some advice on how to keep your back safe.

Visit your chiropractor who can advise on the approach you should take to a new exercise routine. He should also be able to advise you on signs to look out for to indicate that you may be overdoing it.
Make sure you have the right clothing for the type of exercise you are going to be doing. Clothing that is too tight can constrict your movement and can lead to injury. Footwear is especially important.
Warm up first. Many injuries and strains occur are a result of not warming up beforehand. (And remember too warm down too!)
If in doubt, make sure that there are no medical reasons why you can’t start the exercise your about to undertake. This is especially important if you haven’t taken any regular exercise before. Your chiropractor or GP may be able to advise on this.
Keep your legs at least a hip’s width apart and always bend your knees when using weights. Remember to avoid bending from the waist, as this will increase the stress on your lower back.
Keep weights you are working with as close to your body as possible to avoid injury. A weight held at arm’s length could have the effect of being up to 5 times heavier!
Avoid over reaching and stooping when using machines as you can stretch your back. Make sure the seat of the machine is positioned correctly to avoid this.

20 minutes of walking a day can add years to your life. Cliffs Chiropractor Southend shares results from recent study

Posted on 21st January 20152nd March 2020

Our lives are becoming a lot more sedentary, with many of us living what is called a ‘couch potato’ lifestyle and this lack of exercise could be detrimental to our health. As a leading Southend Chiropractor I would like to share this advice on why it is important to keep active.

A recent report has said that a brisk walk every day could add years onto you life. The study found that even a modest amount of activity prolonged life. Even if you just walk for 20 minutes a day it could cut the risk of premature death by nearly a third. The obese can expect a 16 per cent reduced risk of dying early.

Although the study found that just 20 minutes of exercise could help your health, ideally you should be aiming to do more. There have been many health benefits to people who take part in regular physical activity. In Europe, overall, 676,000 deaths could be blamed on inactivity.

New government guidelines have advised Britons to do around 150 minutes of exercise each week. This can include gardening, running, dancing, walking and playing sports. You can also become more active when doing daily tasks, such as walk up stairs instead of using the lift and walking instead of using the car. A brisk 20-minute walk can burn between 90 and 110 calories.

As a Southend Chiropractor, we advise you all to get moving!

If you have any injuries or other concerns please get in touch with us as we offer a lot of help and advice to get you back up and running as soon as possible. You can contact us at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend on 01702 430430.

New Year Detox Tips from Melanie at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend

Posted on 12th January 20152nd March 2020

Feeling bloated and groggy after the Christmas and New Year festivities? Melanie’s quick post Christmas detox tips will have you feeling energised in no time.

1. Drink plenty of water, aim for 8 glasses a day. In the mornings add slices of fresh lemon to kick start your digestive system. During the day continue this with fresh ginger or mint which will dispel wind and ease food through the digestive tract.
2. Take some pre or pro biotics, these will improve digestion, help ease constipation and normalize gut bacteria.
3. Cut down on carbohydrates- remove the white stuff from your life for a few days. This means white bread, pasta, rice, cakes and biscuits.
4. Take a course of vitamin B complex, these are depleted after too much alcohol and are needed by the liver. Vitamin C will also help the breakdown and removal of alcohol from the body start off with 1000mg daily.
5. Gentian found in Angostura bitters is a digestive stimulant and will help your body rid itself of excess.

Tomato Sunrise

If you have a Nutribullet or Vitamix blender try my health giving cocktail. Full of vitamins especially A in carrots and tomatoes which may help with hangovers.

1 large glass of tomato Juice
1 carrot
½ raw beetroot
1 small chunk of celeriac
½ tsp vitamin C powder
a dash of angostura bitters

Blend all together and pour over ice garnish with a celery stick.

Do you want a natural childbirth? Cliffs Chiropractor Southend may be able to help

Posted on 9th January 20152nd March 2020

Here at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, we take pride in the fact that we can treat all ages with many different needs. One thing that we are proud of is that we treat many pregnant women.

Caring for an expectant mother is an extremely rewarding experience. It offers a unique opportunity to positively influence two lives at once. In the last two weeks alone, three patients who Dr Arif Soomro has treated through their pregnancies have all given birth naturally, without intervention or stress to mother or child.

Today, many women are reaching out for other methods of treatment during pregnancy, as painkillers are not enough for the lower back and pelvis pain that they get. Chiropractic treatment is completely safe when pregnant and all leading chiropractors will always try the least invasive treatment methods first, including us here at our Chiropractor Southend.

A happy healthy New Year from all the team at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend

Posted on 7th January 20152nd March 2020

The team here at our Chiropractor Southend would like to wish you all a happy and healthy New Year for 2015. We also hope that you have had a wonderful holiday time with your loved ones.

To kick start your New Year why not have a check up at our Chiropractor southend and don’t forget, until the end of January referred new patients can attend free of charge. Why not spread this seasonal message of giving to all your friends and loved ones!

Everyday is a chance to do things differently with in your life and why not try to follow these healthy tips this year:

Exercise
Think happy thoughts
Drink lots of water
Don’t just eat; fuel your body with lots of fruit and veg that are full of goodness

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