Here at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend we love to share and give advice on how to keep your back safe, with whatever you’re doing, whenever you’re doing it.
Posture, plays a big part in back care and new studies show that slouching and posture can put you at risk from back and neck pain. It has been found that slouching can give feelings of stress, which can then affect energy levels and sleep.
Here are some tips from Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, for when you are sitting at home or in the office:
Let the seat take your weight and try to keep as much of your body in contact with the chair, so that your whole body is supported
Drink lots of water, instead of tea and coffee, to keep your body hydrated
Try not to sit for more than 30 minutes at a time
Use the stairs as much as possible instead of the lift or escalator
When sitting at a desk make sure arms are flat and elbows are level with the desk
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
Here at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, we love to share tips and advice on how to keep your back safe and this time we are focusing on ‘computer posture’.
These days, more and more of us are using a computer for large parts of the day; whether it’s at school, work or on the move. When you sit at a computer for a long period of time, you may not be aware that the position you are in could be harmful to your spine.
Below are a few tips to keep you back safe when you are emailing or blogging:
Always make sure that you take time to adjust your chair, particularly if you share your computer with others.
Your seat should be adjusted so that your feet are flat on the ground, your knees bent, but with a slope from your hips to your knees. You should end up with your hips higher than your knees and your eyes level with the top of the computer screen. You may need to put the screen on a stand or even on a ream of paper to bring it to the right height.
Take regular breaks. Try not to sit at the computer for more than 40 minutes.
For more advice, watch this YouTube clip with Dr Arif Soomro from Cliffs Chiropractor Southend:
If you are suffering from back pain or have any other injuries or 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.
We have had many patients here at Cliffs Chiropractor Clinic near Southend, suffering from back pain and neck pain amongst other concerns.
After Joseph’s sister recommended Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, Joseph has never looked back. Joseph’s back pain was so bad it was making him a cripple. He couldn’t walk very far and even going to the supermarket was uncomfortable and he would have to sit down after a while.
Since having treatment at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, Joseph says it has worked wonders for him. Joseph has even recommended Cliff’s to a friend, who is now a regular patient too.
To hear all about Joseph’s story, watch this YouTube clip:
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
We have had many patients here at Cliffs Chiropractor Clinic near Southend, suffering from back pain and neck pain amongst other concerns.
Years ago Alan G was recommended to see a Chiropractor and was assigned Dr Arif Soomro at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend.
Alan was suffering from a lot of migraines and neck pain and because of this he ended up missing quite a few days off work. Since being treated at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend , Alan says his neck pain is improving everyday and hasn’t had a migraine for a considerable time.
Alan says “Don’t hesitate to go and see a chiropractor!”
To hear more from Alan G, listen to this YouTube clip:
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
We have had many patients here at Cliffs Chiropractor Clinic near Southend, suffering from back pain and neck pain amongst other concerns.
Pat S, age 78, has been having treatment at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend for 19 years. Pat suffers from scoliosis, which is when the spine curves in a unusual way. This was causing a lot of pain to Pat and she couldn’t stand for a long period of time and couldn’t undertake many tasks.
Since being treated at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, Pat’s pain is now much better and is very pleased that Dr Arif Soomro has kept her off the painkillers.
Watch Pat’s comments on this YouTube clip:
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
We have had many patients here at Cliffs Chiropractor Clinic near Southend, suffering from back pain and neck pain amongst other concerns.
Gemma suffers from Chronic TMJ Disorder, which affects the muscles that move the jaw, because of this, Gemma was suffering from lots of headaches, couldn’t open her mouth much and having 24 hours of pain everyday.
Gemma had rung around a few chiropractors but had found Arif from Cliffs Chiropractor Southend put her at ease instantly.
Since Gemma has been going to Cliffs Chiropractor Southend, the pain has reduced immensely and no longer suffers from headaches or migraines.
Watch this YouTube clip of Gemma C’s comments in full:
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
We have had many patients here at Cliffs Chiropractor Clinic near Southend, suffering from back pain and neck pain amongst other concerns.
One morning Denise R woke up in complete agony and couldn’t move. Denise found Cliffs Chiropractor Southend on the internet and found out she lived only down the road from the clinic.
When Denise found out that Cliffs Chiropractor was so near and found the website very good, Denise went ahead and booked an appointment and was extremely impressed with how quickly she was diagnosed and booked in for a three month course of treatment. After only one week, Denise was free of pain.
To hear all about Denise’s story, watch this YouTube clip:
If you are suffering from back pain or 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.
Eczema is a common skin problem that Melanie, as a Medical Herbalist, helps patients with. Recently, Melanie, using herbal medicine, helped a Gill Scales, a patient with Eczema on her hands and the improvement in just one week can be seen in these photos. The patient did complain about the taste of it but it’s a small price to pay!
Before:
After:
Eczema is an internal problem not simply an external irritation. The skin is a route of elimination and when the other pathways such as the bowels and kidneys or immunity may be lowered the skin is put under pressure and can become inflamed, itchy, red and sore.
Our skin is a mirror of our health and is used by Melanie as a Medical Herbalist as a useful diagnostic tool reflecting the effects of the outer environment as well as the condition of your inner state, physical and emotional. When we are healthy our skin glows; when unwell, it may look more sallow. Rashes and eczema maybe related to outside allergens, pollutants and chemicals but they are also associated with emotional problems, poor diet, anxiety or often an over stressed digestive system. The health of your gut can often be seen in your skin.
Making your own infused oil is easy and good to have on hand for many minor injuries and illnesses.
How to make your own infused oil.
Simply combine the herbs chosen for the condition they’ll treat and in a heavy non-reactive saucepan. Cover them with extra virgin olive oil and heat on the lowest possible setting for 30 minutes. Then pour the oil and plant matter into a jar that seals tightly and steep for two weeks, shaking daily. Strain the oil and put into clean jars and label them clearly.
Possible herbs:
Calendula flowers for mild burns, sore skin, wounds, and eczema.
Chamomile flowers for inflamed skin and wound healing.
Capsicum for osteoarthritis- use sparingly with caution.
Rosemary for rheumatism and osteoarthritis.
Lavender for wounds, sores and ulcers, minimizes scaring and is anti septic and anti-inflammatory.
Surprisingly, it’s not strenuous exercise putting most people’s backs out!
As part of BackCare Awareness Week (6th – 12th October) Arif and the team at Cliffs Chiropractic Clinic are urging people to think about what they put their backs through during an average day, as research findings reveal that sleeping and sitting are two of the main culprits for triggering neck and back pain in the UK.
Three quarters (75%) of people surveyed in East Anglia say they are currently experiencing back or neck pain or have done in the past. More than one in five (22%) say they suffer on a daily basis*.
43% of UK respondents pin sleeping as their most common pain trigger and 44% said sitting is also a trigger
In the UK it seems modern lifestyle could be to blame; 82% of those surveyed say they spend up to six hours a day sitting in front of a computer screen and almost one in five (19%) spend more than 4 hours a day watching TV.
Arif cautions that inactive lifestyles could be causing unnecessary pain and is encouraging the nation to make small adjustments to daily routines, to help improve their back health.
Breakdown of a sedentary day:
73% spend more than six hours sleeping
28% spend over six hours sitting
33% spend between two and six hours looking at a laptop or tablet
49% spend between two and six hours watching TV or a film
82% spend up to six hours a day sitting in front of a computer screen
Arif comments: “As a nation we’re becoming increasingly sedentary and struggle to switch off – whether it’s sitting at a desk or lounging on the sofa, hunching over a mobile device or lying in bed for too long, the effects of modern lifestyles are taking their toll. Understanding how to sit properly and keeping active will help improve posture, strengthen muscles and therefore reduce neck and back pain.
With 35 million working days a year lost to back and neck related problems* it’s really important that people think about their back health when going about their daily business, and that they seek help from an expert if they are in pain to avoid more long term problems.”
The Cliffs Chiropractic Clinic has some TOP TIPS for maintaining a healthy back and neck:
• Sit up straight – keep arms relaxed and close to the body and place arms on the desk when typing. Make sure the top of the screen is level with the eyebrows and the chair is titled slightly forward, allowing for the knees to be lower than the hips and the feet to be flat on the floor.
• Keep moving – if sitting in the same position all day take regular breaks – ideally every 30 minutes. It’s good to stretch your arms, shrug your shoulders and move your fingers around – this helps to keep the muscles more relaxed.
• Switch off – try to limit the time you spend leaning over you mobile devices or with your laptop on your knees especially after a day spent in front of a screen, to help improve your posture and relieve neck strain.
• Sleep easy – test out your mattress before you buy it to find the perfect one and lie on your side rather than lying on your front with your neck twisted to one side.
For more information on how to maintain a healthy posture, the British Chiropractic Association (BCA) has developed ‘Straighten Up’ – a simple, three minute exercise programme for all ages, designed to help strengthen the spine and improve posture and help joints. You can watch the video here:
If you are suffering backor neck pain why not call Cliffs today and find out how our experienced team of chiropractors in Southend can help you.
Most people at some point in their lives will suffer from back pain. The impact on their lives can be considerable. Everyday things such as driving, sitting at a desk, sleeping and picking up children can become extremely painful and arduous tasks.
Poor posture is one of the major causes of back pain in the UK. Our lifestyles often contribute to developing poor posture and back pain. If you find that you are:
sitting for hours at a desk or at your computer
slouched in front of the TV for several hours
sleeping in a bed that is too hard or soft
hunching your back and shoulders
your posture is probably suffering and so is your back.
To treat back pain effectively you need to find its cause, which a chiropractor is ideally placed to do. An experienced chiropractor will want to understand your daily activities to be able to give you advice and the best treatment for your condition. Here at Cliffs Chiropractor Southend we can advise you to make postural changes to help improve your posture.
The BCA (British Chiropractic Association) has developed a 3 minute programme called Straighten Up UK to help strengthen your spine, increase muscle tone and improve your posture.
This 3 minute programme is designed to counteract the sedentary things we do in our everyday lives and is suitable from the very old to the very young.
The programme is also aimed to be simple, quick and easy to do every day – just like brushing your teeth.
Watch this video for the 3 minute Straighten Up UK programme. Before starting on the programme it is advisable to ask your chiropractor, GP or health professional about the suitability of these exercises for your specific needs.
If you are suffering from back pain or have any other injuries or 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.
